TOYOTA TACOMA 2021 Owners Manual (in English)

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■Maximum available capacity of the power outlet
●While the vehicl e is being driven
The maximum capacity of the power outlet is always 120 V AC/
100 W.
● When the vehicle is stationary
The maximum capacity of the power outlet varies depending on
the following conditions:
• The maximum capacity is 120 V AC/100 W when the following conditions applies:
Vehicles with an automatic transmission
The shift lever is moved to any positions other than P and N.
Vehicles with a manual transmission
The clutch pedal is depressed.
• The maximum capacity is 120 V AC/400 W when the followingconditions applies:
Vehicles with an automatic transmission
The shift lever is in P or N.
Vehicles with a manual transmission
The shift lever is in N and the clutch pedal is not depressed.
The maximum capacity of 400 W can only be restored by turning the
power outlet main switch off and then on again under condition
described above.
■ The power outlet can be used when
The engine is running.
■ The indicator light changes according to the maximum available capac-
ity as follows:
■ When the power outlet is in operation
The sound of the cooling fan may be heard from the front consol e box. This is
normal and does not indicate a malfunction. 120 V AC/400 W
120 V AC/100 W
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■If the engine is started with th e power outlet main switch on
The maximum capacity of the power supply may decrease to below the stan-
dard, or may be cut off completely, even when the vehicle is st ationary.
■ The protection circuit may be act ivated to cut the power supply if any of
the following conditions apply:
● The engine is started with the power outlet main switch on.
● Use of electrical appliances exceeding the maximum capacity is attempted.
A sound may be heard when the protection circuit is activated. This is nor-
mal and does not indicate a malfunction.
● Electrical appliances, which consume power exceeding 100 W, have been
used continuously for a long time period.
● The total power usage by all electrical features (headlights, a ir conditioning,
etc.) has exceeded the total vehicle maximum for an extended period of
time.
■ If the protection circuit is act ivated and the power supply is cut, conduct
the following procedure:
Park the vehicle in a safe place, and then securely apply the parking
brake.
Check and ensure the following conditions:
Vehicles with an automatic transmission
The shift lever is in P or N.
Vehicles with a manual transmission
The shift lever is in N and the clutch pedal is not depressed.
Make sure that the power consumption of the electric appliance is within
the maximum capacity of the power outlet and the appliance is n ot bro-
ken.
Press the power outlet main switch again.
When the cabin temperature is high, open the windows to cool th e tempera-
ture down. Once it reaches the normal temperature, turn the pow er outlet
main switch on again.
If the power supply does not resume even after the above procedure has
been performed, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota deale r.
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WARNING
■Using a power outlet
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury.
● Use of the power outlet when it is wet with water or snow may r esult in
electrical shocks and is extremely dangerous. The power outlet must be
thoroughly dried before use.
● Do not allow children to use or play with the power outlet.
● Be careful not to get any part of your body caught in the power outlet lid.
● When using electrical appliances, strictly follow any cautions and notices
written on their labels and in the manufacturers’ instruction m anuals.
● Do not modify, disassemble or repair the power outlet or its in verter in any
way. Doing so may result in unexpected malfunctions or accident s, which
could cause serious damage or injuries. Contact your Toyota dea ler for
any necessary repairs.
■ To prevent injuries and accidents, secure all electric applianc es before
use and do not use any applian ces that may do any of the follow ing:
● Distract the driver while driving, or hamper safe driving.
● Result in a fire or burn injuries due to the appliance rolling, falling or over-
heating while driving.
● Emit steam while the windows of the cabin are closed.
■ To prevent unexpected accidents, such as electric shocks, do not per-
form any of the following actions:
● Using the power outlet for electric heaters while sleeping.
● Contaminating the power outlet with liquid substances or mud.
● Handling electrical appliance plugs at the power outlet with wet hands or
feet.
● Inserting foreign objects into the power outlet.
● Using malfunctioning electric appliances.
● Inserting inappropriate or badly fitting plugs into the power o utlet.

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NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the power outlet and the plug
● Close the power outlet lid when not in use.
● Do not allow foreign objects or liquids to enter the power outl et, as this
may cause a short circuit.
● Do not use plug adaptors to connect too many plugs to the power outlet.
● After removing a plug, gently close the power outlet lid.
■ To prevent the fuse from being blown
Do not use a 120 V AC appliance that requires more than the maximum
capacity of the power outlet. If a 120 V AC appliance that cons umes more
than the maximum capacity is used, the protection circuit will cut the power
supply.
■ Appliances that may not op erate properly (120 V AC)
The following 120 V AC appliances may not operate even if their power con-
sumption is under maximum capacity.
● Appliances with high initial peak wattage
● Measuring devices that process precise data.
● Other appliances that require an extremely stable power supply
■ To prevent battery discharge
Turn off all the vehicle’s electronic equipment and accessories , such as the
headlights and air conditioning, when electrical appliances tha t consume in
excess of 100 W are used continuously for long periods of time.
■ To prevent any damage caused by heat
● Do not use any electrical appliances that give off intense heat, such as
toasters, in any locations including the internal or external t rim, seats and
deck.
● Do not use any electrical appliances that are easily affected b y vibration or
heat inside the vehicle. Vibration while driving, or the heat o f the sun while
parking, may result in damage to those electrical appliances.
■ If any electrical appliances are to be used while driving
Securely fasten both the appliances and their cables to prevent them from
falling or getting caught in any of the power train components.
■ If the power outlet is loose when an electrical appliance plug is con-
nected
Replace the outlet. Contact your Toyota dealer for any necessary replace-
ments.
■ If the power outlet gets dirty
Turn the main switch off and use a soft, clean cloth to wipe it gently. Do not
use any cleansing materials, such as organic solvents, wax, or compound
cleaners, as these may damage the power outlet or cause it to m alfunction.

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The USB charging ports are used to supply 2.5 A (Type A) and 3. 0 A
(Type C) of electricity at 5 V t o external devices. The USB cha rging
ports are for charging only. They are not designed for data transfer or
other purposes. Depending on the external device, it may not ch arge
properly. Refer to the manual included with the device before u sing a
USB charging port.
■Using the USB charging ports
Open the console box lid.
■ The USB charging ports can be used when
Vehicles without a smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system
The engine switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.
■ Situations in which the USB charg ing ports may not operate correctly
● Type A USB charging port: If a device which consumes more than 2.5 A at 5
V is connected
● Type C USB charging port: If a device which consumes more than 3.0 A at 5
V is connected
● If a device designed to communicate with a personal computer, s uch as a
USB memory device, is connected
● If the connected external device is turned off (depending on de vice)
● If the temperature inside the vehicle is high, such as after the vehicle has
been parked in the sun
■ About connected external devices
Depending on the connected external device, charging may occasi onally be
suspended and then start again. This is not a malfunction.
USB charging ports

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NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the USB charging ports
● Do not insert foreign objects into the ports.
● Do not spill water or other liquids into the ports.
● When the USB charging ports are not in use, close the lids. If a foreign
object or liquid enters a port may cause a short circuit.
● Do not apply excessive force to or impact the USB charging port s.
● Do not disassemble or modify the USB charging ports.
■ To prevent damage to external devices
● Do not leave external devices in the vehicle. The temperature i nside the
vehicle may become high, resulting in damage to an external dev ice.
● Do not push down on or apply unnecessary force to an external device or
the cable of an external device while it is connected.
■ To prevent battery discharge
● Do not use the USB charging por ts for a long period of time with the
engine stopped.

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A mobile device can be charg ed wirelessly on the tray.
Vehicles without a smart key system
Charging can only be performed with the engine switch in the
“ACC” or “ON” position and only on mobile devices with the “ ”
logo.
Vehicles with a smart key system
Charging can only be performed with the engine switch in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode and only on mobile devices with the
“ ” logo.
Press the wireless charger
switch.
Place a mobile device on the
tray as shown in the illustration.
An amber indicator is illuminated
while charging is in progress.
When charging is complete, a
green indicator will also be illumi-
nated. Some phones, cases or
cover type wireless chargers may
not cause the green indicator to
illuminate even though it is fully
charged.
When placing the mobile device on the wireless charging surface of
the tray, make sure that there a re no objects in-between the mo bile
device and the tray. They may interfere with charging.
Wireless charger (if equipped)
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■If the wireless charger LED indicators flash
If the wireless charging surface of the tray becomes too hot, the LED indica-
tors will flash and charging is canceled. The LED indicators will be illuminated
if the surface of the tray cools down.
If the LED indicators flash even though the surface of the tray is not hot, the
wireless charger may be malfunctioning. Consult your Toyota dea ler.
■ When charging of the wireless charger stops temporarily
If any of the following operations are performed with the wirel ess key or elec-
tronic key present, charging may stop temporarily. Charging wil l start again
after a while.
• Locking/unlocking the doors by touching the door handle
(vehicles with a smart key system)
• Opening/closing the doors
• Starting the engine
• Locking the doors by pressing the lock button on the wireless key or elec-
tronic key
• When the electronic key is out of the detection area (vehicles with a smart key system)
■ Certification for the wireless charger
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
This device complies with Part 18 of the FCC Rules.
Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
19001 S. Western Avenue
Torrance, CA 90501
For vehicles sold in Canada
This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001.
Cet appareil ISM est conforme à la norme NMB-001 du Canada.

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WARNING
■Caution regarding interfer ence with electronic devices
● People with implantable cardiac pacemakers, cardiac resynchroni zation
therapy-pacemakers or implantable cardioverter defibrillators s hould main-
tain a reasonable distance between themselves and the wireless charger.
The radio waves may affect the operation of such devices.
● Before using the wireless charger, users of any electrical medi cal device
other than implantable cardiac pacemakers, cardiac resynchroniz ation
therapy-pacemakers or implantable cardioverter defibrillators should con-
sult the manufacturer of the device for information about its o peration
under the influence of radio waves. Radio waves could have unex pected
effects on the operation of such medical devices.
● To avoid interference with other electrical devices, turn the w ireless char-
ger off by turning off the wireless charger switch.
■ To prevent damage or fire
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in the possibility of equipment failure or damage,
vehicle fire, burns due to heat, or even electrical shock.
● Do not put any metallic objects between the charging area and t he porta-
ble device.
● Do not place anything but a device to be charged on the wireles s charger.
It is not designed for use as an auxiliary box.
● Do not apply force or impact to the wireless charger.
● Do not disassemble or modify the wireless charger.
● Do not attempt to charge portable devices which are not compati ble with
the Qi wireless charging standard.
● Do not bring magnetized objects close to the wireless charger.
● Do not perform charging if the charging area is dusty.
● Keep foreign objects away from the wireless charger, and do not spill liquid
on the wireless charger.
● Do not cover the wireless charger with a cloth or other object while
charging.
● Do not attach metallic objects, such as aluminum stickers, to the charging
area.