charging TOYOTA TACOMA 2010 Owners Manual (in English)

76 1-5. Refueling
CAUTION
■Refueling the vehicle
Observe the following precautions while refueling the vehicle.
Failure to do so, may result in death or serious injury.
●Touch the vehicle or some other metal surface to discharge any static
electricity.
Sparks resulting from discharging static electricity may cause the fuel
vapors to ignite.
●Always hold the grips on the fuel tank cap and turn it slowly to remove it.
A whooshing sound may be heard when the fuel tank cap is loosened.
Wait until the sound cannot be heard before fully removing the cap.
In hot weather, pressurized fuel may spray out of the filler neck and cause
injury.
●Do not allow anyone that has not discharged static electricity from their
bodies to come close to an open fuel tank.
●Do not inhale vaporized fuel.
Fuel contains substances that are harmful if inhaled.
●Do not smoke while refueling the vehicle.
Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite and cause a fire.
●Do not return to the vehicle or touch any person or object that is statically
charged.
This may cause static electricity to build up, resulting in a possible engine
hazard.
■When replacing the fuel tank cap
Do not use anything but a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap designed for your
vehicle. Doing so may cause a fire or other incident which may result in
death or serious injury.

375 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable
and explosive. Therefore, before recharging:
●If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to discon-
nect the ground cable.
●Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and
disconnecting the charger cables to the battery.
CAUTION
■Chemicals in the battery
A battery contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid and may produce
hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. To reduce the risk of death
or serious injury, take the following precautions while working on or near bat-
tery:
●Do not cause sparks by touching the battery terminals with tools.
●Do not smoke or light a match near the battery.
●Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothes.
●Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.
●Wear protective safety glasses when working near the battery.
●Keep children away from the battery.
■Where to safety charge the battery
Always charge the battery in an open area. Do not charge the battery in a
garage or closed room where there is not sufficient ventilation.
■How to recharge the battery
Only perform a slow charge (5A or less).
The battery may explode if charged at a quicker rate.

376 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Washer fluid
If any washer does not work, the washer tank may be empty.
Open the lid.
CAUTION
■Emergency measures regarding electrolyte
●If electrolyte gets in your eyes
Flush your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and get immedi-
ate medical attention. If possible, continue to apply water with a sponge or
cloth while traveling to the nearest medical facility.
●If electrolyte gets on your skin
Wash the affected area thoroughly. If you feel pain or burning, get medical
attention immediately.
●If electrolyte gets on your clothes
It can soak through clothing on to your skin. Immediately take off the cloth-
ing and follow the procedure above if necessary.
●If you accidentally swallow electrolyte
Drink a large quantity of water or milk. Get emergency medical attention
immediately.
NOTICE
■When recharging the battery
Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all
accessories are turned off.

402 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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1 A/C 10 A Air conditioning system
2 FR FOG 15 A Front fog lights
3 TOWING TAIL 30 A Trailer lights (tail lights)
4 STOP 10 AStop lights, high mounted stop-
light, vehicle stability control sys-
tem, anti-lock brake system, shift
lock system, multiport fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system, towing converter
5 OBD 7.5 A On-board diagnosis system
6 EFI NO.2 10 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
7 TOWING BRK 30 A Trailer brake controller
8 BATT CHG 30 A Trailer sub battery
9 TOWING 30 A Towing converter
10 TRN-HAZ 15 ATurn signal lights, emergency
flashers, meter and gauge
11 RADIO NO.2 30 A Audio system
12 HEAD (LO RH) 10 A Right-hand headlight (low beam)
13 HEAD (LO LH) 10 ALeft-hand headlight (low beam),
front fog lights
14 HEAD (HI RH) 10 A Right-hand headlight (high beam)
15 HEAD (HI LH) 10 ALeft-hand headlight (high beam),
meter and gauge
16 ETCS 10 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, electronic throttle control
system
17 ALT-S 7.5 A Charging system

406 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
7 IG1 NO.2 10 AAnti-lock brake system, vehicle sta-
bility control system, stop lights,
charging system, multiport fuel
injection system/sequential multi-
port fuel injection system, air condi-
tioning system, instrument panel
light control, anti-glare inside rear
view mirror, back monitor, clutch
start cancel switch, rear differential
lock system, power outlets, tire
pressure warning system
8 BKUP LP 10 A Trailer lights (back-up lights)
9 IG1 10 ABack-up lights, air conditioning sys-
tem, passenger airbag off switch,
shift lock system
10 P RR P/W 20 ARear passenger’s power window
(right side)
11 P FR P/W 20 A Front passenger’s power window
12 WSH 10 A Wipers and washer
13 D RR P/W 20 ARear passenger’s power window
(left side)
14 4WD 20 AFour-wheel drive system, rear dif-
ferential lock system
15 WIP 30 A Wipers and washer
16 D FR P/W 30 A Power windows
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432 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
*: The light may come on when the oil level is extremely low. It is not designed
to indicate low oil level, and the oil level must be checked using the engine
oil level dipstick.
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging sys-
tem.
Low engine oil pressure warning light
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low*.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system;
• The electronic automatic transmission control sys-
tem; or
• Emission control system.

480 6-1. Specifications
Electrical system
Differential
Battery
Open voltage at
68F (20C):12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2  12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8  12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage checked 20 minutes after the key
is removed with all the lights turned off)
Charging rates 5 A max.
Oil capacity
Front
(4WD models)1.59 qt. (1.50 L, 1.32 Imp.qt.)
Rear2WD models except PreRunner
3.66 qt. (3.46 L, 3.04 Imp.qt.)
4WD models and PreRunner
3.12 qt. (2.95 L, 2.60 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
“Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” is
filled in your Toyota vehicle at factory fill.
Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine
Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent of
matching quality to satisfy the above
specification. Please contact your Toyota
dealer for further details.

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................. 228
ABS ........................................... 191
Access doors .............................39
Accessory meter ...................... 163
Active traction control
system .................................... 181
Air conditioning filter............... 393
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter .............. 393
Manual air conditioning
system ................................ 228
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions.....86
Airbag precautions for your
child ......................................92
Airbag warning light............... 433
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions..............................87
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ...........................91
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........... 100
General airbag precautions .....91
Locations of airbags ................83
Modification and disposal of
airbags ..................................95
Passenger airbag off
switch ....................................96
Proper driving posture .......81, 91
Roll sensing of curtain shield
airbag off switch .................... 98
Side airbag operating
conditions..............................87
Side airbag precautions ..........91
SRS airbags ............................83
Antenna..................................... 241
Anti-lock brake system
ABS warning light .................. 433
Anti-lock brake system .......... 191
Audio input ............................... 263
Audio remote controls............. 265
Audio system
Antenna................................. 241Audio input ............................ 263
AUX adapter ......................... 263
CD player .............................. 245
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 251
Optimal use ........................... 259
Portable music player ........... 263
Radio..................................... 239
Steering wheel audio
switch.................................. 265
Sub woofer ............................ 262
Type ...................................... 236
AUTO LSD system ................... 183
Automatic light off system...... 165
Automatic limited slip
differential .............................. 183
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission ......... 150
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 457
AUX adapter ............................. 263
Auxiliary box .... 302, 307, 324, 325
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 414
Wattage................................. 487
Back window .............................. 73
Battery
Charging system warning
light ..................................... 432
Checking ............................... 374
If the vehicle battery is
discharged .......................... 459
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 209
Bluetooth
®................................ 272
Bottle holders................... 302, 306
Brake assist.............................. 191
Brakes
Brake system warning buzzer
............ 182, 184, 189, 194, 431
Brake system warning light ... 431
Fluid ...................................... 370
Parking brake ........................ 157
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Tail lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 417
Switch ................................... 164
Wattage ................................ 487
Talk switch ............................... 273
Telephone switch .................... 273
Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system..... 78
Tire inflation pressure ............ 484
Tire information
Glossary ............................... 496
Size ...................................... 493
Tire identification number ..... 492
Uniform tire quality grading .. 494
Tires
Chains .................................. 210
Checking .............................. 378
If you have a flat tire ............. 440
Identification number ............ 492
Inflation pressure .................. 484
Inflation pressure sensor ...... 379
Information ........................... 491
Replacing ..................... 378, 440
Rotating tires ........................ 378
Size ...................................... 484
Snow tires............................. 211
Spare tire .............................. 440
Tire pressure warning
reset switch ........................ 380
Tire pressure warning
system........................ 378, 436
Warning light ........................ 434
Tools......................................... 440
Total load capacity .................. 207
Towing
Bumper towing ..................... 218
Dinghy towing ....................... 226
Emergency towing ................ 421
Fifth wheel trailer .................. 218
Trailer towing ........................ 213
Traction control ....................... 191
TRAC ........................................ 191
Trip meter................................. 158Turn signal lights
Lever .....................................156
Replacing light
bulbs ...........................413, 414
Switch....................................156
Wattage .................................487
Valet key .....................................30
Vanity mirrors...........................311
Vehicle identification
number ...................................473
Vehicle stability control...........191
VSC............................................191
Warning buzzers
Key reminder .........................435
Brake system ........................431
Seat belt reminder .................434
Warning lights
ABS .......................................433
Airbag system .......................433
Anti-lock brake system ..........433
Automatic transmission fluid
temperature ........................433
Brake system ........................431
Charging system ...................432
Driver’s seat belt ...................434
Electronic engine control
system ................................432
Engine oil replacement..........435
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........... 433
Front passenger’s seat belt ...434
Low brake fluid ......................431
Low engine oil pressure ........432
Low fuel level ........................434
Low tire inflation pressure .....434
Malfunction indicator lamp ....432
Open door .............................434
Seat belt ................................434
Seat belt pretensioner
system ................................433
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529 What to do if...
■Warning lights
P. 431 P. 433
P. 432 P. 433
P. 432 P. 434
P. 432 P. 434
P. 434
or
P. 4 3 3P. 434
P. 4 3 5P. 434
*: Slip indicator comes on.P. 4 3 3
Brake system warning
light
Charging system warning
light
Low engine oil pressure
warning light
Malfunction indicator
lamp
ABS warning lightLow fuel level warning
light
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light
Engine oil replacement
reminder light
SRS warning light
Slip indicator*
Open door warning light
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
Tire pressure warning
light
Automatic transmission
fluid temperature
warning light