ignition TOYOTA TACOMA 2010 Owners Manual (in English)

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
2
1-1. Key information
Keys ..................................... 30
1-2. Opening, closing and locking
the doors
Wireless remote control ....... 32
Side doors ............................ 35
Access doors (Access Cab
models only) ....................... 39
Tailgate ................................ 40
1-3. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)
Front seats ........................... 45
Rear seats (Access Cab
and Double Cab models) ... 50
Head restraints ..................... 54
Seat belts ............................. 58
Steering wheel ..................... 64
Anti-glare inside rear view
mirror .................................. 65
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 68
1-4. Opening and closing the
windows
Power windows .................... 71
Back window (vehicles
with sliding type)................. 73
1-5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap .... 741-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system ... 78
1-7. Safety information
Correct driving posture ......... 81
SRS airbags ......................... 83
Front passenger occupant
classification system ......... 100
Child restraint systems ....... 107
Installing child restraints ..... 112
2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle .............. 134
Engine (ignition) switch....... 144
Automatic
Transmission...... 147
Manual Transmission ......... 150
Turn signal lever ................. 153
Parking brake ..................... 154
Horn .................................... 156
2-2. Gauges and meters
Gauges and meters ............ 157
Indicators and warning
lights ................................. 160
Accessory meter ................. 163
2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch ................. 164
Fog light switch ................... 166
Windshield wipers and
washer .............................. 167
1Before driving
2When driving

21
Engine (ignition) switch P. 144
Audio remote control switches3 P. 265
Windshield wipers and
washer switch
P. 167
Parking brake lever4 P. 154
Telephone switches3 P. 273
Talk switch3 P. 273
Cruise control switch3 P. 170
3: If equipped1: Access Cab models only
2:4WD models4: Vehicles with a manual transmission

When driving2
133
2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle............ 134
Engine (ignition) switch .... 144
Automatic
Transmission.... 147
Manual Transmission ....... 150
Turn signal lever .............. 153
Parking brake ................... 154
Horn ................................. 156
2-2. Gauges and meters
Gauges and meters ......... 157
Indicators and warning
lights .............................. 160
Accessory meter .............. 163
2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch ............... 164
Fog light switch ................ 166
Windshield wipers and
washer ........................... 1672-4. 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

144
2-1. Driving procedures
Engine (ignition) switch
■Engine switch
LOCK
The steering wheel is locked
and the key can be removed.
(Vehicles with an automatic
transmission: The key can be
removed only when the shift
lever is in P.)
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.

479 6-1. Specifications
6
Vehicle specifications
Cooling system
Ignition system
Capacity
2.7 L 4-cylinder (2TR-FE)
engine
4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE) engineVehicles with an automatic transmission
9.1 qt. (8.6 L, 7.6 Imp.qt.)
Vehicles with a manual transmission
9.2 qt. (8.7 L, 7.7 Imp.qt.)
Vehicles with an automatic transmission
10.1 qt. (9.6 L, 8.4 Imp.qt.)
Vehicles with a manual transmission
10.3 qt. (9.7 L, 8.5 Imp.qt.)
Coolant typeUse either of the following.
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based
non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and
non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Spark plug
2.7 L 4-cylinder (2TR-FE)
engine
Make DENSO
NGK
Gap
4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE) engine
Make DENSO
NGK
GapSK20HR11
ILFR6C11
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
K20HR-U11
LFR6C11
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs (2.7 L 4-cylinder [2TR-FE] engine only)
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust gap when tuning engine.

520 Alphabetical index
Side mirrors .............................68
Downhill Assist Control
System .................................... 188
Driver’s seat belt reminder
buzzer ..................................... 434
Driver's seat belt reminder
light ......................................... 434
Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 136
Correct posture .......................81
Driving assist systems........... 191
Procedures ............................ 134
Winter driving tips.................. 209
Emergency, in case of
Blown fuse............................. 398
If the engine will not start ...... 456
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P...................... 457
If the vehicle battery is
discharged .......................... 459
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 431
If the warning light turns on ... 431
If you have a flat tire ............. 440
If you lose your keys ............. 458
If you think something is
wrong .................................. 427
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 466
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 468
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 421
If your vehicle overheats ....... 463
Emergency flashers
Switch.................................... 420
Engine
Compartment ........................ 362
Engine switch ........................ 146
Exhaust gas .......................... 142
Hood...................................... 360
How to start the engine ......... 146Identification number............. 473
If the engine will not start ...... 456
Ignition switch ....................... 146
Immobilizer system ................. 78
Overheating .......................... 463
Warning light ......................... 431
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 479
Checking ............................... 369
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 209
Temperature gauge .............. 157
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ...................................... 157
Engine immobilizer system ...... 78
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 476
Checking ............................... 364
Preparing and checking before
winter .................................. 209
Warning light ................. 432, 435
Engine oil maintenance
data ......................................... 367
Engine switch........................... 146
Event data recorder ................. 429
Floor mat .................................. 323
Fluid
Brake..................................... 370
Washer.................................. 376
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 411
Switch ................................... 166
Wattage................................. 487
Four-wheel drive system
Front-wheel drive control
switch.................................. 177
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 411
Switch ................................... 166
Wattage................................. 487
Front passenger occupant
classification system ............ 100
E
F

521 Alphabetical index
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light ........................ 434
Front passenger’s seat belt
warning buzzer...................... 434
Front seats
Adjustment ............................. 45
Front side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 412
Switch ................................... 164
Wattage ................................ 487
Front turn signal lights
Lever .................................... 156
Replacing light bulbs ............ 413
Switch ................................... 156
Wattage ................................ 487
Fuel
Capacity ............................... 475
Fuel gauge ........................... 157
Fuel pump shut off system ... 428
Gas station information ........ 532
Information ........................... 488
Refueling ................................ 74
Type ..................................... 475
Warning light ........................ 434
Fuel door .................................... 74
Fuel filler door ........................... 74
Fuel pump shut off system .... 428
Fuses
Fuses.................................... 398
Locations ...................... 401, 405
Garage door opener box ........ 333
Gas station information .......... 532
Gauges ..................................... 157
Glove box ................................. 302
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ............... 268
Hazard lights
Switch ................................... 420
Head restraints
Adjusting ................................ 54Headlights
Replacing light bulbs .............409
Switch....................................164
Wattage .................................487
High mounted stoplight
Replacing ..............................415
Wattage .................................487
Hill-start assist control ............191
Hood ..........................................360
Hooks
Cargo net ..............................332
Deck hooks ...........................326
Shopping bag ........................331
Tie-down cleats .....................327
Horn...........................................160
I/M test.......................................355
Identification
Engine ...................................474
Tire ........................................492
Vehicle ..................................473
Ignition switch ..........................146
Illuminated entry system .........300
Immobilizer system....................78
Indicator lights .........................160
Initialization
Items to initialize....................503
Inside rear view mirror ..............65
Interior lights
Interior lights..........................301
Personal lights.......................301
Switch....................................301
Wattage .................................487
Instrument panel light
control ....................................158
Jack
Positioning the jack ...............448
Vehicle-equipped jack ...........440
Jack handle ..............................445
G
H
I
J

522 Alphabetical index
Keyless entry..............................32
Keys
Engine switch ........................ 146
If you lose your keys ............. 458
Ignition switch........................ 146
Wireless remote control
battery ................................. 396
Keyless entry...........................32
Key number .............................30
Keys ........................................30
Reminder buzzer ................... 435
Wireless remote control ..........32
License plate lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 416
Switch.................................... 164
Wattage ................................. 487
Light bulbs
Replacing .............................. 408
Wattage ................................. 487
Lights
Automatic light off system ..... 165
Emergency flashers switch ... 420
Fog light switch ..................... 166
Hazard light switch ................420
Headlights switch .................. 164
Instrument panel light control
dial ...................................... 158
Interior light switch ................301
Replacing light bulbs ............. 408
Turn signal lights switch ........ 156
Wattage ................................. 487
Limited slip differential............ 183
Load capacity ........... 202, 207, 471
Lock steering column ................64
Luggage storage box............... 329
Luggage compartment
features................................... 324
Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance ... 356
General maintenance ............ 352Maintenance data ................. 470
Maintenance requirements ... 350
Vehicle exterior ..................... 344
Vehicle interior ...................... 347
Malfunction indicator lamp ..... 432
Manual air conditioning
system .................................... 228
Manual transmission ............... 153
Meter
Accessory meter ................... 163
Instrument panel light
control ................................. 158
Meters ................................... 157
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror ............ 65
Side mirrors............................. 68
Vanity mirrors ........................ 311
MP3 disc ................................... 251
Noise from under vehicle .......... 24
Odometer .................................. 158
Off-road precautions
Driving ................................... 199
Vehicle .................................. 197
Oil
Engine oil .............................. 364
Warning light .................. 432,435
Opener
Fuel door ................................. 74
Hood ..................................... 360
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding............... 68
Outside temperature
display .................................... 313
Overhead console.................... 309
Overheating, Engine ................ 463
Parking brake ........................... 157
Passenger airbag off switch
Installing the child
restraint system .................. 115K
L
M
N
O
P

524 Alphabetical index
Head restraint..........................54
Moving passenger’s seat for
rear seat entry.......................46
Properly sitting in the seat .......81
Raising the bottom cushion .....50
Seatback table .......................... 322
Service reminder
indicators .............................. 160
Shift lever
Automatic transmission ......... 150
Four-wheel drive ................... 177
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P...................... 457
Manual transmission ............. 153
Shift lock system ..................... 457
Side airbags................................83
Side doors ..................................35
Side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ..... 412, 417
Switch.................................... 164
Wattage ................................. 487
Side mirror
Adjusting and folding ...............68
Spare tire
Inflation pressure................... 484
Replacing .............................. 440
Storage location .................... 440
Spark plug ................................ 479
Specifications........................... 470
Speedometer ............................ 157
SRS airbags
Curtain shield airbags .............83
Front airbags ...........................83
Passenger airbag off
switch ....................................96
Precautions .............................91
Roll sensing of curtain shield
airbag off switch .................... 98
Side airbags ............................83
Steering wheel
Adjustment ..............................64
Audio switch .......................... 265Stop lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 417
Wattage................................. 487
Storage feature ........................ 302
Storage precautions ................ 205
Stuck
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 466
Sun visors ................................ 310
Switch
A-TRAC switch...................... 181
AUTO LSD switch ................. 183
Clutch start cancel switch ..... 190
Cruise control switch ............. 170
DAC switch ........................... 188
Emergency flashers switch ... 420
Engine switch ........................ 146
Fog light switch ..................... 166
Front-wheel drive control
switch.................................. 177
Ignition switch ....................... 146
Hazard light switch ................ 420
Headlights switch .................. 164
Light switch ........................... 164
Passenger airbag off
switch.................................... 96
Power door lock switch ........... 36
Power window switch .............. 71
Rear differential lock
switch.................................. 185
Roll sensing of curtain shield
airbag off switch.................... 98
Tire pressure warning
reset switch......................... 380
Turn signal lights ................... 156
VSC OFF switch ........... 183, 192
Window lock switch ................. 71
Wiper and washer ................. 167
Tachometer .............................. 157
Tailgate
Removing the tailgate ............. 40
Tailgate ................................... 40
T