audio TOYOTA TACOMA 2009 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 ........................... 163
Cruise control ...................... 163
Rear view monitor system (vehicles with auto anti-glare
inside rear view mirror) ..... 166
Four-wheel drive system ..... 170
Active traction control system .............................. 174
AUTO LSD system.............. 176
Rear differential lock system .............................. 178
Downhill Assist Control system .............................. 181
Clutch start cancel switch ... 183
Driving assist systems ........ 184
2-5. Driving information ........... 190 Off-road precautions (4WD models and
PreRunner) ....................... 190
Cargo and luggage ............. 195
Vehicle load limits ............... 199
Winter driving tips ............... 201
Trailer towing ...................... 205
Dinghy towing ..................... 218
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger...... 220
Air conditioning system ....... 220 3-2. Using the audio
system ............................. 228
Audio system types ............ 228
Using the radio ................... 231
Using the CD player ........... 237
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ....................... 244
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 253
Operating the sub woofer (on some Access Cab
models) ............................ 256
Using the AUX adapter....... 257
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 259
3-3. Using the hands-free phone system (for
cellular phone)................ 262
Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) ........... 262
Using the hands-free phone system .............................. 266
Making a phone call ........... 274
Setting a cellular phone ...... 279
Security and system setup ................................ 284
Using the phone book ........ 287
3-4. Using the interior lights ... 294 Interior lights list ................. 294
• Interior light ....................... 295
• Personal lights................... 295
3Interior and exterior
features

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Emergency flasher switch
Audio system
P. 228
Air conditioning system P. 220
A-TRAC switch3 P. 174AUX adapter P. 257
Power outlet P. 310
Passenger airbag
off switch
1 P. 93
Front-wheel drive
control switch
2 P. 170
Cigarette lighter P. 309
Pictorial indexInstrument panel

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Engine (ignition) switch P. 138
Audio remote control switches3 P. 259
Windshield wipers and
washer switch
P. 160
Parking brake lever4 P. 148
Telephone switches3 P. 267
Talk switch3 P. 267
Cruise control switch3 P. 163
3: If equipped1: Access Cab models only
2:4WD models4: Vehicles with a manual transmission

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2-1. Driving procedures
Engine (ignition) switch
■Engine switch
LOCK
The steering wheel is locked
and the key can be removed.
ACC
Some electrical components
such as the audio system can
be used.
ON
All electrical components can
be used.
START
For starting the engine.
■Starting the engine
Automatic transmission
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in P.
Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the brake pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the START position and start the
engine.
Manual transmission Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in N.
Firmly depress the brake pedal and clutch pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the START position and start the
engine.

Interior and exterior features3
219
3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and
defogger ....................... 220
Air conditioning system .... 220
3-2. Using the audio system .......................... 228
Audio system types .......... 228
Using the radio ................. 231
Using the CD player ......... 237
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ..................... 244
Optimal use of the audio system ........................... 253
Operating the sub woofer (on some Access Cab
models) .......................... 256
Using the AUX adapter .... 257
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............... 259
3-3. Using the hands-free phone system (for
cellular phone) ............. 262
Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) ......... 262
Using the hands-free phone system ................ 266
Making a phone call ......... 274
Setting a cellular phone ... 279
Security and system setup .............................. 284
Using the phone book ...... 287 3-4. Using the interior
lights ............................. 294
Interior lights list ............... 294
• Interior light .................... 295
• Personal lights ............... 295
3-5. Using the storage features ......................... 296
List of storage features .... 296
• Glove box....................... 296
• Console boxes ............... 297
• Cup holders ................... 298
• Bottle holders ................. 300
• Auxiliary boxes ............... 302
• Overhead console .......... 304
3-6. Other interior features ......................... 305
Sun visors ........................ 305
Vanity mirrors ................... 306
Clock ................................ 307
Outside temperature display (vehicles with
accessory meter) ........... 308
Cigarette lighter................ 309
Power outlet (12V DC) ..... 310
Power outlet (if 115V AC equipped) ....................... 311
Seatback table ................. 317
Floor mat .......................... 318
Luggage compartment features .......................... 319
Garage door opener box ................................. 328
Compass (vehicles with accessory meter) ........... 332

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3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system types
Type A: CD player with CD changer controller and AM/FM radio
Type B: CD player with changer and AM/FM radio
Ty p e A
Ty p e B

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3-2. Using the audio system
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Interior and exterior features■
Using cellular phones
Interference may be heard through the audio system’s speakers if a cellular
phone is being used inside or close to the vehicle while the audio syste\
m is
operating.
TitlePage
Using the radioP. 231
Using the CD playerP. 237
Playing back MP3 and WMA discsP. 244
Optimal use of the audio systemP. 253
Operating the sub wooferP. 256
Using the AUX adapterP. 257
Using the steering wheel audio switchesP. 259

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CAUTION
■For vehicles sold in U.S.A. and Canada
●Part 15 of the FCC Rules
FCC Warning:
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment will void the
user’s authority to operate this device.
● Laser products
• Do not take this unit apart or attempt to make any changes yourself.
This is an intricate unit that uses a laser pickup to retrieve information
from the surface of compact discs. The laser is carefully shielded so
that its rays remain inside the cabinet. Therefore, never try to disas-
semble the player or alter any of its parts since you may be exposed to
laser rays and dangerous voltages.
• This product utilizes a laser. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other
than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation expo-
sure.
NOTICE
■ To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the audio system on longer than necessary with the engine o\
ff.
■ To avoid damaging the audio system
Take care not to spill drinks or other fluids over the audio system.

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3-2. Using the audio system
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Interior and exterior features
Using the radio
Setting station presets (excluding XM® Satellite Radio)
Search for desired stations by turning or pressing “
”or
“  ” on .
Press and hold the button (from
to ) that the sta-
tion is to be set to until you hear a beep.
Scanning radio stations (excluding XM® Satellite Radio)
■ Scanning the preset radio stations
Press and hold until you hear a beep.
Preset stations will be played for 5 seconds each.
When the desired station is reached, press the button once
again to stop scanning.
Vo l u m e Station selector
Seeking the frequency Adjusting the
frequency
AM/FM mode buttons
Scanning for
receivable
stationsPower