air conditioning TOYOTA TACOMA 2010 Owners Manual (in English)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior and
exterior featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in-
terior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For owners
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners, seat belt in-
structions for Canadian owners and camper informa-
tion.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

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2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ...................... 170
Rear view monitor system
(vehicles with auto
anti-glare inside rear
view mirror) ....................... 173
Four-wheel drive system ..... 177
Active traction control
system .............................. 181
AUTO LSD system.............. 183
Rear differential lock
system .............................. 185
Downhill Assist Control
system .............................. 188
Clutch start cancel switch ... 190
Driving assist systems ........ 191
2-5. Driving information
Off-road precautions
(4WD models and
PreRunner) ....................... 197
Cargo and luggage ............. 202
Vehicle load limits ............... 207
Winter driving tips ............... 209
Trailer towing ...................... 213
Dinghy towing ..................... 226
3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Air conditioning system ....... 2283-2. Using the audio system
Audio system types ............ 236
Using the radio ................... 239
Using the CD player ........... 245
Playing back MP3 and
WMA discs ....................... 251
Optimal use of the audio
system .............................. 259
Operating the sub woofer
(on some Access Cab
models) ............................ 262
Using the AUX adapter....... 263
Using the steering wheel
audio switches.................. 265
3-3. Using the hands-free phone
system (for cellular phone)
Hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone) ........... 268
Using the hands-free
phone system ................... 272
Making a phone call ........... 280
Setting a cellular phone ...... 285
Security and system
setup ................................ 290
Using the phone book ........ 293
3-4. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ................. 300
• Interior light ...................... 301
• Personal lights.................. 301
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features

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3-5. Using the storage features
List of storage features....... 302
• Glove box ......................... 302
• Console boxes ................. 303
• Cup holders ...................... 304
• Bottle holders ................... 306
• Auxiliary boxes ................. 307
• Overhead console ............ 309
3-6. Other interior features
Sun visors .......................... 310
Vanity mirrors ..................... 311
Clock .................................. 312
Outside temperature display
(vehicles with accessory
meter) ............................... 313
Cigarette lighter .................. 314
Power outlet (12V DC) ....... 315
Power outlet (115V AC) ..... 316
Seatback table ................... 322
Floor mat ............................ 323
Luggage compartment
features ............................ 324
Garage door opener box .... 333
Compass (vehicles with
accessory meter).............. 337
4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ........... 344
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ............ 3474-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements .................... 350
General maintenance ......... 352
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 355
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ....................... 356
Hood ................................... 360
Engine compartment .......... 362
Tires.................................... 378
Tire inflation pressure ......... 386
Wheels................................ 391
Air conditioning filter ........... 393
Wireless remote control
battery .............................. 396
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................. 398
Light bulbs .......................... 408
5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ............ 420
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................ 421
If you think something is
wrong ................................ 427
Fuel pump shut off
system .............................. 428
Event data recorder ............ 429
4Maintenance and care
5When trouble arises

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Emergency flasher switch P. 420
Audio system P. 236
Air conditioning system P. 228
A-TRAC switch3 P. 181AUX adapter P. 263
Power outlet P. 315
Passenger airbag
off switch
1 P. 96
Front-wheel drive
control switch
2 P. 177
Cigarette lighter P. 314
Pictorial indexInstrument panel

Interior and exterior
features3
227
3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Air conditioning system .... 228
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system types .......... 236
Using the radio ................. 239
Using the CD player ......... 245
Playing back MP3 and
WMA discs ..................... 251
Optimal use of the audio
system ........................... 259
Operating the sub woofer
(on some Access Cab
models) .......................... 262
Using the AUX adapter .... 263
Using the steering wheel
audio switches ............... 265
3-3. Using the hands-free phone
system (for cellular phone)
Hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone) ......... 268
Using the hands-free
phone system ................ 272
Making a phone call ......... 280
Setting a cellular phone ... 285
Security and system
setup .............................. 290
Using the phone book ...... 293
3-4. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ............... 300
• Interior light .................... 301
• Personal lights ............... 3013-5. Using the storage features
List of storage features .... 302
• Glove box....................... 302
• Console boxes ............... 303
• Cup holders ................... 304
• Bottle holders ................. 306
• Auxiliary boxes ............... 307
• Overhead console .......... 309
3-6. Other interior features
Sun visors ........................ 310
Vanity mirrors ................... 311
Clock ................................ 312
Outside temperature
display (vehicles with
accessory meter) ........... 313
Cigarette lighter................ 314
Power outlet (12V DC) ..... 315
Power outlet (115V AC) ... 316
Seatback table ................. 322
Floor mat .......................... 323
Luggage compartment
features .......................... 324
Garage door opener
box ................................. 333
Compass (vehicles with
accessory meter) ........... 337

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Air conditioning system
Ty p e A
Ty p e B
Outside air or recirculated
air mode switchAir outlet selection dial Temperature control dial
Fan speed control dial
Outside air or recirculated
air mode switchAir outlet selection dialAir conditioning
ON/OFF switchTemperature control dial
Fan speed control dial

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Interior and exterior features
Adjusting the settings
■Adjusting the temperature setting (Type A)
Turn the temperature control dial clockwise to increase the temper-
ature.
■Adjusting the temperature setting (Type B)
Turn the temperature control dial clockwise (warm) or counter-
clockwise (cool).
If is not pressed, the system will blow ambient temperature air or
heated air.
For quick cooling, turn the temperature control dial to the MAX A/C posi-
tion. The air conditioning will automatically turn on and the air intake
selector will be set to recirculated air mode.
■Adjusting the fan speed
Turn the fan speed control dial clockwise (increase) or counter-
clockwise (decrease).
Set the dial to OFF to turn the fan off.
■Selecting the air outlets
Set the air outlet selection dial to an appropriate position.
The positions between the air outlet selections shown below can also be
selected for more detailed adjustment.
When the dial is set to , air
flows to the upper body.

230 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
When the dial is set to , air
flows to the upper body and feet.
Double Cab models only
When the dial is set to , air
flows to the feet.
Double Cab models only
When the dial is set to , air
flows to the feet and the wind-
shield defogger operates.
The air intake selector is automat-
ically set to outside air mode.
To return the recirculated air
mode, press
.
Double Cab models only

231 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior and exterior features
When the dial is set to , air
flows to the windshield and side
windows.
The air intake selector is automat-
ically set to outside air mode.
In this position, the air intake
selector cannot be changed to the
recirculated air mode.
■Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Press .
The mode switches between (outside air mode) and
(recirculated air mode) each time the switch is pressed.
■If the ambient temperature drops while using the recirculated
air mode
The air intake mode automatically changes from recirculated air
mode to outside air mode after a few minutes.
To cancel this function:
Press and hold for longer than 2 seconds.
To reactivate this function:
Turn the engine switch to the LOCK or ACC position.

232 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Adjusting the position of the air outlets
Center outlets
Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down.