Toyota Tacoma 2005 Operating Manual

Toyota Tacoma 2005 Operating Manual

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  • Page 1 05 02.25 SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview ........Instrument cluster overview .
  • Page 2: Instrument Panel Overview

    05 02.25 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. Auxiliary box 8. Hood lock release lever 9.
  • Page 3 05 02.25 "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 05 02.25 "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 05 02.25 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 05 02.25 20. Cruise control switch 21. Ignition switch 22. Clutch start cancel switch 23. “DAC” switch 24. Power rear view mirror control switches 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 7: Instrument Cluster Overview

    05 02.25 Instrument cluster overview LS11005 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: Table Of Contents

    05 02.25 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 05 02.25 Automatic transmission fluid temperature Low speed four- wheel drive indicator light warning light Rear differential lock indicator light Engine immobilizer system indicator light Headlight low beam indicator light Slip indicator light Tail light indicator light Vehicle stability control system off indicator light Headlight high beam indicator light Downhill assist control system indicator light Turn signal indicator lights...
  • Page 10 05 02.25 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    05 02.25 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 05 02.25 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 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

    05 02.25 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 Mar. '05 Prod. (Om35862U)

    05 02.25 —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 139 the vehicle.
  • Page 22 05 02.25 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

    05 02.25 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

    05 02.25 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 05 02.25 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 2005 TACOMA from Mar.
  • Page 26 05 02.25 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

    05 02.25 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 05 02.25 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

    05 02.25 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

    05 02.25 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 05 02.25 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 33 05 02.25 SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Occupant restraint systems Seats ............Front seats .
  • Page 34 05 02.25 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 05 02.25 —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 also The SRS side airbags are installed in unexpectedly move and cause the deploys with considerable force, and the driver and front passenger seats.
  • Page 36 05 02.25 —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 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 37 05 02.25 —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 Avoid reclining seatback body pressure and release the lever. more than needed.
  • Page 38 05 02.25 —Folding seatback (bench seat only) CAUTION " After putting back the seat, pushing the seat forward and rear- ward to make sure it is secured in LS13153 LS13146 place. " Never allow anyone to rest their foot on the press pedal while the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 39 05 02.25 —Folding front passenger’s seat (on some models) CAUTION When returning the seatback to the upright position, observe the follow- ing precautions in order to prevent LS13154 LS13155 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 40 05 02.25 Flip- over jump seats (access cab models) NOTICE To prevent damage to the seat, avoid putting heavy loads on the temporary table. LS13156 LS13147 You should use the seatback as a tempo- To flip over the bottom cushion, pull rary table only...
  • Page 41 05 02.25 Folding rear seats (double cab models) LS13148a LS13183 LS13150b BEFORE FOLDING REAR SEATS 2. Make sure the shoulder belt passes FOLDING REAR SEATS through the hanger when folding the 1. Stow the rear seat belt buckles as 1. Swing the bottom cushion up by rear seat.
  • Page 42 05 02.25 Head restraints LS13151 LS13152a LS13157 Front (separate seats) 2. Attach the head restraints to the 3. Fold down the seatback by pulling holders located on the back sides of the lock release strap. the bottom cushions. If desired, each seatback can be folded down separately.
  • Page 43 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 05 02.25 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 05 02.25 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 05 02.25 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 05 02.25 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 05 02.25 —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 “ON” when using the seat charge. belt extender for the front passen- Please contact your local Toyota dealer so LS13097 ger seat. If the indicator light indi- that the dealer can order the proper re- cates “OFF”, disconnect the extend- 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 05 02.25 —Seat belt pretensioners Vehicles with separate seats—The front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner will not activate if no passenger is detected in the front passenger seat by the front passen- ger occupant classification system. How- ever, the front passenger’s seat belt pre- LS13098 LS13103a tensioner may activate if luggage is put...
  • Page 53 Repairs made on or near the front result in death or serious injury. Con- fenders, front end structure or con- sult your Toyota dealer about any re- sole pair and modification. 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 54 “Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers” on page 147 in Section 1- 6.) In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible: If any of the following conditions occurs, " this indicates a malfunction of the airbags The front of the vehicle (shaded in the or seat belt pretensioners.
  • Page 55 05 02.25 SRS driver airbag and front passenger airbag (regular and access cab models) Vehicles with bench seat—The SRS air- CAUTION bags are designed to protect the driver and right front passenger, and they are " The SRS front airbag system is de- not designed to protect an occupant in the signed only as a supplement to the front center seating position.
  • Page 56 As passenger airbag system, turn access models, Toyota manual on- off switch counterclockwise strongly recommends that to the “OFF” position and remove the infants and children be placed in key. The “OFF” indicator light on the...
  • Page 57 05 02.25 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 manual on- off switch except "...
  • Page 58 05 02.25 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 05 02.25 7. Driver’s seat belt buckle switch When the airbags inflate, they produce a loud noise and release some smoke and 8. Driver’s seat position sensor residue along with non- toxic gas. This 9. Airbag sensor assembly does not indicate a fire. This smoke may 10.
  • 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 Section.) " " 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 Consult your Toyota dealer about any that houses the front airbag sys- repair and modification. tem. They might restrict inflation or...
  • Page 63 “ON” position. ture or seat belt pretensioners. Contact your It goes off after about 6 seconds. This Toyota dealer as soon as possible. z Attachment of a grille guard (bull means the SRS airbags are operating "...
  • Page 64 “Front passenger occupant In the following cases, contact your Toyota The SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- classification system” on page 80 in this dealer as soon as possible: tem) front airbags are designed to pro- Section.)
  • Page 65 The SRS front airbags will deploy if the child restraint system. Toyota The driver and front passenger can severity of the impact is above the de- be killed or seriously injured by the strongly recommends that all in-...
  • Page 66 05 02.25 Hitting a curb, Falling into or Collision from the rear edge of pavement jumping over a LS13125b LS13123 LS13124 or hard surface deep hole Collision from the side Vehicle rollover Landing hard or vehicle falling The SRS front airbags are generally not The SRS front airbags may also deploy The SRS front airbag system consists designed to inflate if the vehicle is in-...
  • Page 67 These Toyota strongly recommends that: are usually in the nature of minor burns The airbag sensors constantly monitor the "...
  • Page 68 LS13162 " " 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 69 Consult your Toyota dealer about any z Attachment of a grille guard (bull that houses the front airbag sys- repair and modification.
  • Page 70 147 in Section 1- 6.) This indicator comes on when the igni- In the following cases, contact your Toyota If any of the following conditions occurs, tion key is turned to the “ON” position.
  • Page 71 Do not disconnect the battery cables ber of a passenger risk group identified before contacting your Toyota dealer. in TABLE 1 is occupying the right front passenger seating position. (For details, LS13142a see “SRS driver airbag and front pas-...
  • Page 72 05 02.25 SRS side airbags and curtain shield airbags " When the passenger airbag manual on- off switch is turned off, the front passenger airbag will not in- flate in a collision and turning off the front passenger airbag can re- LS13140 LS13126 duce the occupant protection which...
  • Page 73 05 02.25 In response to a severe side impact, the " CAUTION Do not allow anyone to lean his/her SRS side airbags and curtain shield air- head or any part of his/her body bags work with the seat belts to help "...
  • Page 74 LS13128 should be properly secured using a child restraint system. Toyota strongly recommends that all in- fants and children be placed in the rear seats of the vehicle and prop- Collision from the front erly restrained. The rear seats are Vehicle rollover the safest for infants and children.
  • Page 75 05 02.25 7. Front passenger occupant classification indicator light 8. Airbag sensor assembly 9. SRS warning light Hitting a curb, edge Falling into or The SRS side airbag and curtain shield of pavement or jumping over LS13124 LS13131b airbag system is controlled by the airbag hard surface a deep hole sensor assembly.
  • Page 76 05 02.25 Deployment of the airbags happens in a fraction of a second, so the airbags must inflate with considerable force. While the system is designed to reduce serious inju- ries, it may also cause minor burns or abrasions and swelling. LS13132 LS13133 Front seats as well as parts of the front...
  • Page 77 05 02.25 LS13134 LS13135 LS13136 " " " Do not allow anyone to kneel on Do not allow anyone to get his/her Do not attach a cup holder or any the passenger seat, facing the pas- head hands windows other device or object on or around senger’s side door, since the side since curtain...
  • Page 78 Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or serious injury. " Do not use seat accessories which Consult your Toyota dealer about any cover the parts where the side air- repair and modification. bags inflate. Such accessories may...
  • Page 79 It goes off after about 6 seconds. This the passenger compartment or seat belt pretensioners. Contact your means the SRS side airbags and curtain Toyota dealer as soon as possible. z Repairs made on or near the con- shield airbags are operating properly. "...
  • Page 80 05 02.25 Front passenger occupant classification system (separate seats only) In the following cases, contact your Toyota Your vehicle is equipped with a front dealer as soon as possible: passenger occupant classification sys- " tem. This system detects the conditions Any of the SRS side airbags and cur- 1—4 in the table on page 83 or 84 and...
  • Page 81 05 02.25 If the front passenger occupant classifica- The front passenger occupant classifi- tion system determines that a person of cation indicator light will indicate “ON” adult size sits in the front passenger seat and “OFF” when the ignition key is but the “OFF”...
  • Page 82 05 02.25 LS13140 The SRS warning light will come on and front passenger occupant classifi- cation indicator light will indicate “OFF” if there is a malfunction in the front passenger occupant classification system. 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 83 05 02.25 Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant classification system Regular and access cab models Indicator/warning light Devices Condition detected by Condition detected by Passenger Front passenger Front Front the front passenger airbag on- off occupant passenger’s passenger’s SRS warning Front passenger occupant classification...
  • Page 84 05 02.25 Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant classification system Double cab models 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...
  • Page 85 05 02.25 " " 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 86 05 02.25 Child restraint— —Child restraint precautions Toyota strongly urges the use of ap- " When it is unavoidable to install the Regular and access cab models— propriate child restraint systems for " forward- facing child restraint sys- children. REGULAR CAB MODELS—...
  • Page 87 A forward- facing child restraint sys- " 1 to 12 in a passenger risk group should allowed Toyota strongly urges use of on the right front seat, make sure installed on front passenger proper child restraint system which that the passenger airbag manual seat only when it is unavoidable.
  • Page 88 05 02.25 —Types of child restraint —Child restraint system system A child restraint system for a small Child restraint systems are classified into " Do not use the seat belt extender child or baby must itself be properly the following 3 types depending on the when installing child...
  • Page 89 05 02.25 —Installation with seat belt (regular and access cab models) LS13001 LS13003 LS13004a (A) Infant seat (C) Booster seat WHEN INSTALLING ON THE REAR SEAT (access cab models): Flip over the bottom cushion before installing the child restraint system. LS13002 (B) Convertible seat 2005 TACOMA from Mar.
  • Page 90 05 02.25 CAUTION Never install a rear- facing child re- straint system on the right front seat with the passenger airbag manual on- LS13008 LS13025 off switch in the “ON” or “AUTO” position. In the event of an accident, the force of the rapid inflation of the front passenger airbag...
  • Page 91 05 02.25 When you install a rear- facing child re- straint system which belongs to a pas- senger risk group on the right front seat, turn the passenger airbag manual on- off switch counterclockwise to the “OFF” position and remove the key. LS13027a LS13007 (For details, see “SRS driver airbag and...
  • Page 92 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 93 05 02.25 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 94 05 02.25 CAUTION Rear- facing child restraint system: Never install a rear- facing child re- straint system on the right front seat LS13014 LS13026 with the passenger airbag manual on- off switch in the “ON” or “AUTO” position. In the event of an accident, the force of the rapid inflation of the front passenger...
  • Page 95 05 02.25 When you install a rear- facing child re- CAUTION straint system which belongs to a pas- senger risk group on the right front Forward- facing child restraint system: seat, turn the passenger airbag manual forward- facing child restraint on- off switch counterclockwise to the system which belongs to a passenger “OFF”...
  • Page 96 If the seat belt does not function normally, cannot protect your child from death or serious injury. 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- CAUTION or around the convertible seat following ately. install child instructions provided "...
  • Page 97 05 02.25 LS13018 LS13019 LS13020 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it 3. While pressing convertible seat CAUTION in the lock mode. When the belt is firmly against the seat cushion and then retracted even slightly, it cannot seatback, let the shoulder belt retract Push and pull the child restraint sys- be extended.
  • Page 98 05 02.25 CAUTION A forward- facing child restraint sys- tem which belongs to a passenger risk group should never be installed LS13021 LS13022 on the right front seat with the pas- senger airbag manual on- off switch in the “ON” or “AUTO” position, be- cause the force of the deploying air- bag could cause death or serious in- jury to the child in forward seating...
  • Page 99 " 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 LS13023 kept away from child’s neck, but restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed.
  • Page 100 05 02.25 —Installation with seat belt (double cab models) LS13024 LS13028 LS13029 2. To remove the booster seat, press the (A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION buckle release button and allow the An infant seat must be used in rear- belt to retract. facing position only.
  • Page 101 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- " Do not install a child restraint sys- or around the infant seat following the ately. install...
  • Page 102 05 02.25 LS13032 LS13033 LS13034 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it 3. While pressing the infant seat firmly CAUTION in the lock mode. When the belt is against the seat cushion and seatback, then retracted even slightly, it cannot let the shoulder belt retract as far as Push and pull the child restraint sys- be extended.
  • Page 103 05 02.25 Install the child restraint system on the front passenger seat only when it is un- avoidable. Your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger occupant classification system. In order to activate the occupant classification system correctly, install the LS13035 LS13036 forward- facing child restraint system on...
  • Page 104 Do not drive the vehicle in this condition. with the instructions provided by the restraint system and the front pas- Remove the child restraint system and child restraint system manufacturer. senger airbag and side airbag on contact your Toyota dealer. front passenger seat could deploy.
  • Page 105 05 02.25 " 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 LS13037 LS13038 which the side airbags or curtain...
  • Page 106 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- " Do not install a child restraint sys- or around the convertible seat following ately. install child...
  • Page 107 05 02.25 LS13041 LS13042 LS13043 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it 3. While pressing convertible seat CAUTION in the lock mode. When the belt is firmly against the seat cushion and then retracted even slightly, it cannot seatback, let the shoulder belt retract Push and pull the child restraint sys- be extended.
  • Page 108 05 02.25 LS13044 LS13045 LS13046 Move seat fully back 4. To remove the convertible seat, press (C) BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION the buckle release button and allow the A booster seat must be used in for- belt to retract completely. The belt will ward- facing position only.
  • Page 109 05 02.25 " On vehicles with side airbags and CAUTION curtain shield airbags, do not allow " the child to lean his/her head or Always make sure the shoulder belt any part of his/her body against the is positioned across the center of door or the area of the seat, front child’s shoulder.
  • Page 110 (regular cab models) " If the seat belt does not function normally, cannot protect your child from death or serious injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immedi- ately. install child LS13048 LS13050a restraint system on the seat until the seat belt is fixed.
  • Page 111 05 02.25 Use the routing device and the anchor Routing device bracket on the back panel to attach the Symbol top strap. mark Anchor brackets are installed for (each) passenger seating position. LS13052b LS13063 This symbol indicates the location of the anchor bracket.
  • Page 112 05 02.25 Symbol mark LS13181 LS13064b LS13065b 2. Lightly push down on the top sur- 3. Pull the seatback release lever and 4. Fix the child restraint system with face of the routing device cover with swing the seatback forward slightly. the seat belt and tighten the top the symbol mark shown in the il- strap.
  • Page 113 05 02.25 —Using a top strap (access cab models) Follow the procedure below for a child CAUTION restraint system that requires the use of a top strap. " When returning the seatback to its original position, make sure seatback securely locked LS13069 pushing forward and rearward on...
  • Page 114 05 02.25 Routing device upper anchor bracket LS13071 LS13072 LS13073 Symbol mark Symbol mark Lower anchor bracket Use the routing device and the anchor TO USE THE ANCHOR BRACKET: 2. Fix the child restraint system with bracket to attach the top strap. the seat belt.
  • Page 115 05 02.25 CAUTION Symbol mark Make sure the top strap is securely latched, and check that the child re- straint system is secure by pushing LS13074 LS13075 and pulling it in different directions. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer. 3.
  • Page 116 05 02.25 —Using a top strap (double cab models) Routing device LS13076a LS13077a LS13051 2. Fix the child restraint system with 3. Latch the hook onto the rear lower Follow the procedure below for a child the seat belt. anchor bracket and tighten the top restraint system that requires the use strap.
  • Page 117 05 02.25 Symbol mark LS13054a LS13066 LS13067 Anchor brackets Use the anchor bracket on the back panel TO USE THE ANCHOR BRACKET: 2. Pull the seatback release strap and to attach the top strap. swing the seatback forward slightly, 1. Remove the head restraint. then latch the hook onto the anchor Anchor brackets are installed for each bracket.
  • Page 118 05 02.25 —Installation with child restraint lower anchorages (regular cab models) CAUTION " When returning the seatback to its original position, make sure seatback securely locked LS13068 LS13078 pushing forward and rearward on the top of the seatback. Failure to do so will prevent the seat belt from operating properly.
  • Page 119 05 02.25 Lower anchorages for the child restraint systems complying with the FMVSS225 1st lock CMVSS210.2 specifications position installed in the right passenger’s seat- ing position. 10th lock position The anchorages are installed in the gap LS13160a between the seat cushion and seatback of the right side of the seat as shown in the illustration.
  • Page 120 05 02.25 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 121 05 02.25 —Installation with child restraint lower anchorages (access cab models) Lower anchorages for the child restraint systems complying with the FMVSS225 1st lock CMVSS210.2 specifications position installed in the seat. 10th lock Front seat without seatback table— position LS13078 LS13160a The anchorages are installed in the gap between the seat cushion and seatback of...
  • Page 122 05 02.25 LS13082 LS13083 LS13186 Canada only Canada only Canada only Front seat without seatback table (type A) Front seat without seatback table (type B) Front seat with seatback table (type A) 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 123 05 02.25 LS13187 LS13100 LS13101 Canada only Canada only Canada only Front seat with seatback table (type B) Rear seat (type A) Rear seat (type B) 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 124 05 02.25 Front seat— If your child restraint system has a top " Do not install a child restraint sys- strap, it should be anchored. (For the 2. Front seat without seatback table— tem on the rear seat if it interferes installation of the top strap, see “—Using Widen the gap between the seat with the lock mechanism of the...
  • Page 125 05 02.25 —Installation with child restraint lower anchorages (double cab models) LS13084 LS13085 LS13086 Lower anchorages for the child restraint systems complying with the FMVSS225 CMVSS210.2 specifications installed in the rear seat. The anchorages are installed in the gap between the seat cushion and seatback of both outside rear seats as shown in the illustration.
  • Page 126 05 02.25 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 127 05 02.25 SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Steering wheel and Mirrors Tilt and telescopic steering wheel ......Outside rear view mirrors .
  • Page 128 05 02.25 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 129 05 02.25 —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 130 05 02.25 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 131 05 02.25 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 132 05 02.25 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 133 05 02.25 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. 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
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  • Page 135 05 02.25 SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Lights and Wipers Headlights and turn signals ........Emergency flashers .
  • Page 136 05 02.25 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 137 05 02.25 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 138 05 02.25 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 139 05 02.25 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 140 05 02.25 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 141 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.
  • Page 142 05 02.25 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 143 05 02.25 SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators Fuel gauge ..........Engine coolant temperature gauge .
  • Page 144 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 145 05 02.25 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 146 05 02.25 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 147 05 02.25 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 148 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 149 " 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 150 Toyota dealer or repair shop. started or the brake pedal is depressed when the seat belt is not buckled up.
  • Page 151 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 152 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 153 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 154 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 155 If the light does not go off, call a on- off indicator light, front passenger’s Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for seat belt buckle switch, seat belt preten- assistance. sioner assemblies, inflators, warning light, NOTICE interconnecting wiring and power sources.
  • Page 156 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. "...
  • Page 157: Table Of Contents

    05 02.25 SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch with steering lock ......Automatic transmission .
  • Page 158: Ignition Switch With Steering Lock

    05 02.25 Ignition switch with steering lock “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 159 05 02.25 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 160 05 02.25 (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 161 05 02.25 " 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 162 05 02.25 (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 163 05 02.25 (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 164 05 02.25 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 165 05 02.25 " (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 166 05 02.25 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 167: Manual Transmission

    05 02.25 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 168 05 02.25 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 169 05 02.25 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 170 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 171 100 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 172 “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 173: 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 174 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 175: Auto Lsd" System

    05 02.25 “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 176 “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 177: 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 178 (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 179 05 02.25 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 180: 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. 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 181 In is turned on, contact your Toyota dealer. this case, stop your vehicle immediately at LS17007 a safe place.
  • Page 182 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 183 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 184 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 185: Rear Differential Lock System

    05 02.25 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 186: Parking Brake

    05 02.25 Parking brake The following systems do not operate To unlock the differential, push the when the rear differential is locked. It is switch once again. normal operation for the “ABS” warning Unlock the differential as soon as the ve- light ,“VSC OFF”...
  • Page 187: Cruise Control

    05 02.25 Cruise control When parking, firmly apply the parking The cruise control allows you to cruise brake to avoid inadvertent creeping. the vehicle at a desired speed over 40 km/h (25 mph) even with your foot off Pedal type— the accelerator pedal.
  • Page 188 If the preset speed automatically cancels out other than for the above cases, have may cause engine racing or overrev- SETTING AT A DESIRED SPEED your vehicle checked by your Toyota deal- ving. er at the earliest opportunity. On vehicles with automatic transmission, the transmission must be in “D”...
  • Page 189: Clutch Start Cancel Switch

    If you use the brake pedal, cruise comes on. when the ignition is off. An indicator light control is cancelled. If this is the case, contact your Toyota will illuminate to indicate the system is RESUMING THE PRESET SPEED dealer and have your vehicle inspected.
  • Page 190 05 02.25 Never use the switch for normal engine starting. Be sure to follow the starting procedure instructed in “How to start the engine” on page 282 in Section 3. 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 191 05 02.25 SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Audio system Reference ..........Using your audio system .
  • Page 192 05 02.25 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 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 193 —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 194 05 02.25 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 195 05 02.25 —Controls and features "Type 1 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows. LS18002 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 196 4”: Over- current. your ranges from F7 to R7. Toyota dealer to inspect. BAL: Adjusts the sound balance between “CD OPEN”: The compact disc changer the right and left speakers. The display lid of separate unit is open. Close the ranges from L7 to R7.
  • Page 197 05 02.25 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 198 05 02.25 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 199 05 02.25 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 200 05 02.25 "Type 2 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows. LS18004 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 201 Push and release the eject but- “ERROR 4”: Over- current. your FAD: Adjusts the sound balance between ton. Toyota dealer to inspect. the front and rear speakers. The display ranges from F7 to R7. 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 202 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 203 05 02.25 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 204 05 02.25 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 205 05 02.25 "Type 3 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical list that follows. LS18006 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 206 05 02.25 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 207 05 02.25 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 208 05 02.25 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 209 05 02.25 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 210 05 02.25 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 211 05 02.25 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 212 05 02.25 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 213 05 02.25 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 214 05 02.25 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 215 05 02.25 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 217 05 02.25 SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Air conditioning system Controls ........... Air flow selector settings .
  • Page 218 05 02.25 Controls 1. Fan speed selector 2. Temperature selector 3. Air flow selector 4. Air intake selector 5. “A/C” button (on some models) LS19001 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 219 05 02.25 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 220 05 02.25 “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 221 05 02.25 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 222 05 02.25 " 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 223 05 02.25 " 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 224 05 02.25 Instrument panel vents Open Open LS19004 LS19005 Close Close 1. Side vents 1. Side vents 2. Center vents 2. Center vents If air flow control is not satisfactory, check You can change air flow direction by turn- the instrument panel vents. The instrument ing the instrument panel vents.
  • Page 225 05 02.25 SECTION OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Other equipment Accessory meter ......... . . Clock .
  • Page 226 05 02.25 —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 227 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 228 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 229 05 02.25 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 230 05 02.25 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 231 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 232 05 02.25 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 233 Toyota time. Illumination color Maximum capacity dealer. If the protection circuit is activated and Green and yellow...
  • Page 234 Using the power outlet for electric let, ensure that the power outlet lid is serious damage or injuries. Contact heaters while sleeping. properly closed. a Toyota dealer for any necessary " Contaminating the power outlet with repairs. CAUTION liquid substances or mud, or using To prevent injuries and accidents, se- it in rainy and snowy weather.
  • Page 235 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 236 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 237 05 02.25 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 238 05 02.25 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 239 05 02.25 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 240 05 02.25 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) 2005 TACOMA from Mar.
  • Page 241 05 02.25 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 242 05 02.25 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) 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 243 05 02.25 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 244 05 02.25 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 245 05 02.25 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 246 To prevent damage to the hook, avoid Toyota accessory or equivalent. hanging heavy loads on it. CAUTION See “—Stowage precautions” on page 278 in Section 2 for precautions when loading To avoid personal injury, keep the luggage.
  • Page 247 05 02.25 —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 248 05 02.25 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 249 05 02.25 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 250 05 02.25 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. 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 251: Table Of Contents

    INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING YOUR TOYOTA Information before driving your Toyota Off- road vehicle precautions ....... . .
  • Page 252 05 02.25 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 253: 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 254 If your engine knocks... els. In the U.S., category 4 has been Toyota, be sure that it has an octane adopted. The WWFC improves air quali- rating no lower than 87. If you detect heavy knocking even when...
  • Page 255: 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 256 05 02.25 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 257 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 258: Facts About Engine Oil Consumption

    The causes of oil located and corrected. have not become conditioned. consumption in a normal engine are as " Toyota does not recommend occu- follows. Oil consumption: Max. 1.0 L per 1000 pying the rear cargo area when it "...
  • Page 259: Iridium- Tipped Spark Plugs

    Toyota recommends that the oil stopping distance will increase. Also, the ability. level be checked every time you refuel brake system warning light may come on.
  • Page 260 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 261 05 02.25 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 262 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 263 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 264 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 265: 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 266 This is the primary identification number for your Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle. LS20008b LS20009b Regular and double cab models (type B) Access cab models (type B)
  • Page 267 05 02.25 —Engine number The vehicle identification number (VIN) is The engine number is stamped on the also on the Certification Label. engine block as shown. LS20012 2TR- FE engine LS20011 1GR- FE engine 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 268: Theft Prevention Labels

    05 02.25 Theft prevention labels (except for Canada) Suspension and chassis Your new vehicle carries theft preven- CAUTION tion labels which are approximately 54.8 mm (2.16 in.) by 16 mm (0.63 in.). Do not modify the suspension/chassis The purpose of these labels is to reduce with lift kits, spacers, springs, etc.
  • Page 269 05 02.25 Tire information— —Tire symbols This illustration indicates typical tire symbols. 1. Tire size—For details, see “—Tire size” on page 271. 2. DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)—For details, see “—DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)” on page 270. 3.
  • Page 270 05 02.25 —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 271 05 02.25 —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 272 150 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 273 05 02.25 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 274 05 02.25 —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 275 05 02.25 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 276 05 02.25 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 277 05 02.25 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 278 05 02.25 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 279 05 02.25 5. Determine the combined weight of As shown in the above example, if the luggage and cargo being loaded number of occupants increases, the on the vehicle. That weight may cargo and luggage load equaling the not safely exceed the available combined weight of occupants who cargo and luggage load capacity got on later must be reduced.
  • Page 280 05 02.25 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 281 05 02.25 SECTION STARTING AND DRIVING Starting and driving Before starting the engine ........How to start the engine .
  • Page 282 05 02.25 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 283 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 284 05 02.25 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 285 05 02.25 " 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 286 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 287 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 288 05 02.25 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 289 05 02.25 " Trailer hitch assemblies have differ- ent weight capacities established by the hitch manufacturer. Even though the vehicle may be physically capa- ble of towing a higher weight, the LS20008 LS20009 operator must determine the maxi- mum weight rating of the particular hitch assembly and never exceed the maximum weight rating speci- fied for the trailer- hitch.
  • Page 290 05 02.25 " The load on either the front or rear However, towing with fifth Total trailer weight Tongue load axle resulting from distribution of wheel trailer, the cargo load must the gross vehicle weight on both be distributed so that the tongue axles must not exceed the Gross load is 19 to 21% of the total trailer Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed...
  • Page 291 NOTICE " If you wish to install a trailer hitch, you Do not use axle- mounted hitches as should consult with your Toyota dealer. they can cause damage to the axle " Use only a hitch recommended by the housing, wheel bearings, wheels or hitch manufacturer and the one which tires.
  • Page 292 05 02.25 TRAILER BALL Follow these easy steps to properly deter- mine the correct trailer ball for your ap- plication: 1. Determine the correct trailer ball size LS30004 LS30005 for the trailer coupler. Most couplers are stamped with the required trailer ball size.
  • Page 293 LS30007 " Never tap into your vehicle’s hy- BRAKES AND SAFETY CHAINS draulic system as it would lower its " Toyota recommends trailers with braking effectiveness. brakes that conform to any applica- " Never tow a trailer without using a...
  • Page 294 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 295 " Check that your rear view mirrors con- when backing without a trailer.) Also, Toyota recommends that you do not form to any applicable federal state/ just turn the steering wheel a little at tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a provincial or local regulations.
  • Page 296 05 02.25 " " " Because stopping distance may be in- Crosswinds and rough roads will ad- Because of the added load of the trail- creased, vehicle- to- vehicle distance versely affect handling of your vehicle er, your vehicle’s engine may overheat should be increased when towing a and trailer, causing sway.
  • Page 297 05 02.25 How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer When restarting out after parking on a Improving fuel economy is easy—just take CAUTION slope: it easy. It will help make your vehicle last longer, too. Here are some specific tips 1.
  • Page 298 05 02.25 " " Accelerate slowly smoothly. Maintain a moderate speed on high- CAUTION Avoid jackrabbit starts. Get into high ways. The faster you drive, the greater gear as quickly as possible. the fuel consumption. By reducing your Never turn off the engine to coast "...
  • Page 299: In Case Of An Emergency

    05 02.25 SECTION IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY In case of an emergency If your vehicle will not start ........If your engine stalls while driving .
  • Page 300 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 301 05 02.25 (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 302 05 02.25 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 303 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. 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 304 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 305 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 306 05 02.25 —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 307 05 02.25 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 308 05 02.25 —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 309 05 02.25 —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 310 05 02.25 —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 311 05 02.25 —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 312 05 02.25 —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 313 05 02.25 —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 314 05 02.25 —Reinstalling wheel ornament (type A only) —After changing wheels 12.Check the air pressure of the re- As soon after changing wheels as placed tire. possible, tighten the wheel nuts to the torque specified on page 387 in Sec- Adjust the air pressure to the specifi- tion 8 with a torque wrench.
  • Page 315 05 02.25 If your vehicle needs to be If your vehicle becomes stuck towed— If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow, NOTICE (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck— mud, sand, etc., then you may attempt to rock the vehicle free by moving it If you rock your vehicle, observe the —From front forward and backward.
  • Page 316 If towing is necessary, we recommend Two- wheel drive models— (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck— you have it done by your Toyota dealer (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck or a commercial tow truck service. In —From front From front—...
  • Page 317 05 02.25 From rear—Place the ignition key in the Four- wheel drive models— From rear—We recommend using a tow- “ACC” position. ing dolly under the front wheels. If you do (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck not use a towing dolly, place the ignition From front—...
  • Page 318 All models— If towing is necessary, we recommend gency towing eyelet and towing cable you to have it done by your Toyota (c) Towing with sling type truck or chain. The eyelet and towing cable dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- or chain may break and cause serious vice.
  • Page 319 If towing is necessary, we recommend gency towing hook and towing cable you to have it done by your Toyota or chain. The hook and towing cable dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- or chain may break and cause serious vice.
  • Page 320 " If the towing vehicle can hardly move, do not forcibly continue the towing. Contact your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck service for assistance. " Tow the vehicle as straight ahead as possible.
  • Page 321 6. Start the engine. For your safety, 2. Pry up the cover with a flat- bladed keep the brake pedal depressed. screwdriver or equivalent. Be sure to have the system checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 322 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 323: Corrosion Prevention And Appearance Care

    APPEARANCE CARE Corrosion prevention and appearance care Protecting your Toyota from corrosion ......Washing and waxing your Toyota .
  • Page 324 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 325 If any organic sub- the shields if they are recommended for Hand- washing your Toyota stances splash an ornament, be sure to your area. Work in the shade and wait until the...
  • Page 326 Toyota dealer to ic or cause damage. have the vehicle serviced. z Do not scrub any part of the ve- NOTICE hicle with a hard brush, which may cause damage.
  • Page 327 05 02.25 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 328 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 329 05 02.25 SECTION VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND CARE Vehicle maintenance and care Maintenance requirements ........General maintenance .
  • Page 330 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 331 Simple instructions for how to per- al information. should investigate the cause or take your form them are presented on page 335 in vehicle to your Toyota dealer or a quali- Radiator, condenser and hoses Section 7. fied service shop immediately. It is recom-...
  • Page 332 05 02.25 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 333 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 334 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 335 05 02.25 SECTION DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Introduction Engine compartment overview ....... Fuse locations .
  • Page 336 05 02.25 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 337 05 02.25 "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 338 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 339 (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 340 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 341 05 02.25 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...
  • Page 342 05 02.25 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 343 05 02.25 SECTION DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Engine and Chassis Checking the engine oil level ....... . . Checking the engine coolant level .
  • Page 344 05 02.25 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 345 05 02.25 Engine oil selection Oil identification marks “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in Either or both API registered marks are your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved added to some oil containers to help “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent you select the oil you should use.
  • Page 346 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 347 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 348 05 02.25 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 349 05 02.25 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 350 05 02.25 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 351 05 02.25 Keep your tire inflation pressures at the proper level. The recommended cold tire inflation pressures, tire sizes and the com- bined weight of occupants and cargo (payload) are described on page 374 in Section 8. They are also described on the tire and loading information la- bel.
  • Page 352 If a tire frequently needs refilling, gage weight should be located so valve. In case of applying too have it checked by your Toyota deal- that the vehicle is balanced. much air, press the center of the valve and release the air to adjust.
  • Page 353 05 02.25 Checking and replacing tires CAUTION High tire pressure (overinfla- Tread wear indicator tion)— Keep your tires properly inflated. " Poor handling Otherwise, the following condi- " Excessive wear tions may occur and cause an ac- " Uneven wear cident resulting in death or seri- ous injuries.
  • Page 354 05 02.25 The tires on your Toyota have built- in If air loss occurs while driving, do not REPLACING YOUR TIRES tread wear indicators to help you continue driving. Driving even a short When replacing a tire, use a tire of...
  • Page 355 Certification Label, see Do not use tires of different “Tire information” on page 269 in Sec- brands, sizes, construction or tion 2 and “Your Toyota’s identifica- tread patterns, as this may tion” on page 266 in Section 2. cause...
  • Page 356 To equalize the wear and help WHEN SNOW TIRES CHAINS extend tire life, Toyota recommends that you rotate your Snow tires or chains are recommended tires according to the maintenance when driving on snow or ice. schedule. (For scheduled On wet or dry roads, conventional tires...
  • Page 357 05 02.25 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 358 When balancing your wheels, use only at your Toyota dealer. " Toyota balance weights or equivalent Do not use wheels other than the A wheel of a different size or type may and a plastic or rubber hammer.
  • Page 359 05 02.25 SECTION DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Electrical components Checking battery condition ........Battery recharging precautions .
  • Page 360 05 02.25 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 361 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 362 05 02.25 Checking and replacing fuses LS73002 LS73024 LS73004a 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” on page 338 in Sec- tion 7- 1 for locations of the fuses.
  • Page 363 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 364 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 365 05 02.25 —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 366 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. 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 367 05 02.25 —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 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 368 05 02.25 —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 2005 TACOMA from Mar.
  • Page 369 05 02.25 —High mounted stoplight If the high mounted stoplight bulbs burn out, contact your Toyota dealer. NOTICE replace high mounted stoplight bulbs by yourself. LS73017 You may damage the vehicle. 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
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  • Page 371 05 02.25 SECTION SPECIFICATIONS Specifications Dimensions ..........Payload .
  • Page 372 05 02.25 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 373 05 02.25 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 374 : Maximum payload including weight of driver, passengers, optional equipment and cargo. : Installing accessories in addition to those installed at the factory increases vehicle weight, thereby reducing payload. Contact your Toyota dealer about the weight of accessory parts. : With towing package...
  • Page 375 05 02.25 PreRunner kg (lb.) Cab type Engine Transmission type Deck type Tire size Wheel type Payload Steel wheel 575 (1268) Regular cab 2TR- FE Regular cab 2TR- FE Manual transmission Manual transmission Long deck Long deck P245/75R16 P245/75R16 Aluminum wheel 589 (1299) 2005 TACOMA from Mar.
  • Page 376 05 02.25 Steel wheel 577 (1271) 2TR- FE 2TR- FE Manual transmission Manual transmission Long deck Long deck P245/75R16 P245/75R16 Aluminum wheel 591 (1302) 570 (1257) Steel wheel 543 (1197) P245/75R16 584 (1288) Aluminum wheel (1228) Manual transmission Manual transmission Long deck Long deck 570 (1257)
  • Page 377 : Maximum payload including weight of driver, passengers, optional equipment and cargo. : Installing accessories in addition to those installed at the factory increases vehicle weight, thereby reducing payload. Contact your Toyota dealer about the weight of accessory parts. : With towing package...
  • Page 378 05 02.25 Four- wheel drive models kg (lb.) Cab type Engine Transmission type Deck type Tire size Wheel type Payload Steel wheel 528 (1163) Regular cab 2TR- FE Regular cab 2TR- FE Manual transmission Manual transmission Long deck Long deck P245/75R16 P245/75R16 Aluminum wheel...
  • Page 379 05 02.25 Steel wheel 532 (1172) 2TR- FE 2TR- FE Manual transmission Manual transmission Long deck Long deck P245/75R16 P245/75R16 Aluminum wheel 546 (1203) 523 (1152) Steel wheel (1092) P245/75R16 P245/75R16 537 (1183) Aluminum wheel 509 (1123) Manual transmission Long deck 523 (1152) P265/70R16 Aluminum wheel...
  • Page 380 05 02.25 kg (lb.) Cab type Engine Transmission type Deck type Tire size Wheel type Payload 523 (1153) Steel wheel 496 (1093) P245/75R16 P245/75R16 537 (1184) Aluminum wheel 510 (1124) Manual transmission Manual transmission Short deck Short deck 523 (1153) P265/70R16 Aluminum wheel 496 (1093)
  • Page 381 : Maximum payload including weight of driver, passengers, optional equipment and cargo. : Installing accessories in addition to those installed at the factory increases vehicle weight, thereby reducing payload. Contact your Toyota dealer about the weight of accessory parts. : With towing package...
  • Page 382 05 02.25 Towing capacity Engine Fuel Without towing package Model: Fuel type: 2TR- FE and 1GR- FE 2TR- FE engine— 1587 kg (3500 lb.) Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87 Type: With towing package (Research Octane Number 2TR- FE engine 2948 kg (6500 lb.) higher 4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline...
  • Page 383 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 384 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 385 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 WS” (ATF 1.50 (1.6, 1.3) No.2 JWS3324 or NWS9638) to aid in assuring Rear optimum transmission performance.
  • Page 386 05 02.25 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 387 05 02.25 Tires Tire size, cold tire inflation pressure and wheel size: Cold tire inflation pressure kPa (kgf/cm or bar, psi) Tire size Tire size Wheel size Wheel size Front Rear P215/70R15 97S 200 (2.0, 29) 220 (2.2, 32) P245/75R16 109S 200 (2.0, 29) 200 (2.0, 29) P265/70R16 111T...
  • Page 388 05 02.25 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 389 05 02.25 24. STA 7.5 A: Starting system, multiport 31. IG1 NO.2 10 A: Anti- lock brake sys- 42. ABS NO.1 50 A: Anti- lock brake sys- tem, vehicle stability control system fuel injection system/sequential multi- tem, vehicle stability control system, port fuel injection system, meter and stop lights, charging system, multiport 43.
  • Page 390 05 02.25 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 391 05 02.25 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 392 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 393 05 02.25 —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 394 05 02.25 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 395 If weight ratings are exceeded, move or vehicle. See “Your Toyota’s identification” remove items to bring all weights below on page 266 in Section 2 for the Certifica- the ratings.
  • Page 396 05 02.25 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 397: 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 398: 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 399 EDR does not record sound data such as conversation between passengers. " Emission control systems warranty Toyota will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a " Others third party except when: For further information, please refer to the “Owner’s "...
  • Page 400 A wide variety of non- genuine spare parts and accessories CAUTION for Toyota vehicles are currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant these prod- " WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constitu- ucts and is not responsible for their performance, repair, or...
  • Page 401: Installation Of A Mobile Two- Way Radio System

    " “AUTO LSD” system Toyota " Vehicle stability control system " Downhill assist control system The spark ignition system in your Toyota meets all require- " Hill- start assist control system ments of the Canadian Interference- Causing Equipment (automatic transmission only) Standard.
  • Page 402 Check the tire inflation pressure sioner removed and disposed of by a qualified service periodically and be sure to keep the load limits shop or by your Toyota dealer before you dispose of your given in this Owner’s Manual. For details about vehicle.
  • Page 403 05 02.25 On- pavement and off- road Leak detection pump driving tips This pump performs fuel evaporation leakage check. This (four- wheel drive models and check is done approximately five hours after the engine is turned off. So you may hear sound coming from under- PreRunner) neath the deck for several minutes.
  • Page 404 05 02.25 2005 TACOMA from Mar. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
  • Page 405 fU−5 Quick index " If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on .." If your vehicle will not start ........"...

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