TOYOTA TACOMA 2011 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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1-1. Key informationKeys ..................................... 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 clos ing
the windows
Pow er windows .................... 71
Back window (vehicles with sliding type) ........................ 73
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap .... 74 1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system ... 78
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ......... 80
SRS airbags ......................... 82
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 99
Child restraint systems ....... 106
Installing child restraints ..... 111
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 ................. 164
2-3. Operating the li ghts and
wipers
Headlight switch ................. 165
Fog light switch ................... 167
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 168
1Before driving
2When driving

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2-4. Using other driving systemsCruise control ...................... 171
Rear view monitor system (vehicles with auto
anti-glare inside rear view
mirror) ............................... 174
Four-wheel drive system ..... 178
Active traction control system .............................. 182
AUTO LSD system.............. 184
Rear differential lock system .............................. 186
Downhill Assist Control system .............................. 189
Clutch start cancel switch ... 191
Driving assist systems ........ 192
2-5. Driving information Off-road precautions (4WD models and
PreRunner) ....................... 198
Cargo and luggage ............. 203
Vehicle load limits ............... 208
Winter driving tips ............... 210
Trailer towing ...................... 214
Dinghy towing ..................... 234 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Air conditioning system ...... 236
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system types ............ 244
Using the radio ................... 247
Using the CD player ........... 253
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ....................... 259
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 267
Operating the sub woofer (on some Access Cab
models) ............................ 270
Using the AUX port............. 271
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 273
3-3. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) ........... 276
Using the hands-free phone system ................... 280
Making a phone call ........... 288
Setting a cellular phone ...... 293
Security and system setup ................................ 298
Using the phone book ........ 301
3Interior and exterior
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3-4. Using the interior lightsInterior lights list ................. 308
• Interior light ....................... 309
• Personal lights ................. 309
3-5. Using the storage features List of storage features....... 310
• Glove box ........................ 311
• Console boxes ................. 311
• Cup holders ...................... 312
• Bottle holders ................... 314
• Auxiliary boxes ................. 316
• Overhead console ............ 318
3-6. Other interior features Sun visors .......................... 319
Vanity mirrors ..................... 320
Clock .................................. 321
Outside temperature display (vehicles with accessory
meter) ............................... 322
Cigarette lighter .................. 323
Power outlet (12V DC) ....... 324
Power outlet (115V AC) ..... 325
Seatback table ................... 331
Floor mat ............................ 332
Luggage compartment features ............................ 334
Garage door opener box .... 343
Compass (vehicles with accessory meter).............. 347 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ........... 354
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 357
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 360
General maintenance ......... 362
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 365
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 366
Hood ................................... 370
Engine compartment .......... 372
Tires.................................... 388
Tire inflation pressure ......... 396
Wheels................................ 401
Air conditioning filter ........... 403
Wireless remote control battery .............................. 406
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 408
Light bulbs .......................... 418
4Maintenance and care

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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers ............ 430
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................... 431
If you think something is wrong ............................ 437
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 438
Event data recorder ............ 439
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................... 441
If you have a flat tire............ 450
If the engine will not start .... 468
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P.................... 469
If you lose your keys ........... 470
If the vehicle battery is discharged ........................ 471
If your vehicle overheats ..... 475
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 478
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency ................... 480 6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 484
Fuel information.................. 504
Tire information .................. 507
6-2. Customization Customizable features........ 518
Items to initialize ................. 519
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ................ 522
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 523
Camper information ............ 525
Abbreviation list ........................ 532
Alphabetical index .................... 534
What to do if... ........................... 544
5When trouble arises6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
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Headlights P. 165
Pictorial indexExterior
Hood P. 370
Windshield wipers P. 168
Parking and front side marker
lights
P. 165
Outside rear view mirrors P. 68
Regular Cab models
Front turn signal lights and daytime
running lights
 P. 153, 166

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Tires
●Rotation
● Replacement
● Inflation pressure
● Information
P. 388
P. 450
P. 396
P. 507
Fuel filler door P. 74
Rear turn signal lights P. 153
Rear side marker lightsP. 165
Side doors P. 35
Stop/tail lightsP. 165
TailgateP. 40
License plate lights P. 165
Back window P. 73
: If equipped

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Pictorial indexExterior
Access Cab models
Headlights P. 165
Hood P. 370
Windshield wipers P. 168
Parking and front side marker
lights
P. 165
Outside rear view mirrors P. 68
Front turn signal lights and daytime
running lights
 P. 153, 166
Fog lights P. 167

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Tires
●Rotation
● Replacement
● Inflation pressure
● Information
P. 388
P. 450
P. 396
P. 507
Fuel filler door P. 74
Rear turn signal
lights
P. 153
Rear side marker lightsP. 165
Side doors P. 35
: If equipped
Stop/tail lightsP. 165
TailgateP. 40
License plate lights P. 165
Access doors P. 39
Back window P. 73

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Pictorial indexExterior
Double Cab models
Headlights P. 165
Hood P. 370
Windshield wipers P. 168
Parking and front side marker
lights
P. 165
Outside rear view mirrors P. 68
Front turn signal lights and daytime
running lights
 P. 153, 166
Fog lights P. 167