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108 1-7. Safety information
CAUTION
■Child restraint precautions
●Regular Cab models: Toyota strongly urges use of a proper child restraint
system which conforms to the size of the child.
● Access Cab and Double Cab models: Toyota strongly urges the use of a
proper child restraint system that conforms to the size of the child, installed
on the rear seat. According to accident statistics, the child is safer when
properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.
● Access Cab models: Never put infant or child age 1 to 12 in a passenger
risk group on the front passenger seat with the passenger airbag off switch
in the AUTO position. In the event of an accident, the force of the rapid
inflation of the front passenger airbag can cause death or serious injury to
the child. If you must put infant or child age 1 to 12 in a passenger risk
group on the front passenger seat, make sure that the passenger airbag
off switch is in the OFF position with the key removed and that the indica-
tor light is on. ( P. 96)
● Regular Cab and Double Cab models: Never install a rear-facing child
restraint system on the front passenger seat even if the AIR BAG OFF
indicator light is illuminated. In the event of an accident, the force of the
rapid inflation of the front passenger airbag can cause death or serious
injury to the child if the rear-facing child restraint system is installed on the
front passenger seat.

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Before driving
CAUTION
■
Child restraint precautions
●Double Cab models: A forward-facing child restraint system may be
installed on the front passenger seat only when it is unavoidable. A child
restraint system that requires a top tether strap should not be used in the
front passenger seat since there is no top tether strap anchor for the front
passenger seat. Adjust the seatback as upright as possible and always
move the seat as far back as possible even if AIR BAG OFF indicator light
is illuminated, because the front passenger airbag could inflate with con-
siderable speed and force. Otherwise, the child may be killed or seriously
injured.
● Access Cab models: A forward-facing child restraint system which belongs
to a passenger risk group should never be installed on the front passenger
seat with the passenger airbag off switch in the AUTO position, because
the force of the deploying airbag could cause death or serious injury to the
child in forward seating position. (P. 96)
● Bench type front seat: Do not install a child restraint system on the center
seat if it interferes with driving operations such as gear shifting. In this
case, install the child restraint system on the right passenger seat.
●Access Cab models: Never install a
rear-facing child restraint system on the
front passenger seat with the passen-
ger airbag off switch in the AUTO posi-
tion. In the event of an accident, the
force of the rapid inflation of the front
passenger airbag can cause death or
serious injury to the child if the rear-fac-
ing child restraint system is installed on
the front passenger seat.
● Access Cab models: If you must install
a rear-facing child restraint system on
the front passenger seat, make sure
that the passenger airbag off switch is
in the OFF position with the key
removed and that the indicator light is
on.

114 1-7. Safety information
Installing the child restraint system on the front passenger seat
(Access Cab models)When you install a child restraint system which belongs to a passen-
ger risk group on the front passenger seat, do the following proce-
dure.
Turn the passenger airbag off
switch counterclockwise to the
OFF position and remove the
key.
The AIR BAG OFF indicator light
comes on when the front passen-
ger airbag system is off. (P. 95)
Double Cab models
Anchor bracket (for top tether
strap)
Anchor brackets are pro-
vided for all rear passenger
seats.

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Before driving
Installation with LATCH s
ystem (Access Cab models)
■ Installing on the front seat
Fold down the front seat seat-
back and back to the 1st lock
position (most upright position)
until it locks into place. Adjust the
seatback to the 10th lock posi-
tion.
1st lock position
10th lock position
CAUTION
■Rear-facing child restraint system
If you must install a rear-facing child restraint system on the front passenger
seat, make sure that the passenger airbag off switch is in the OFF position
with the key removed and that the indicator light is on.
■ Forward-facing child restraint system
A forward-facing child restraint system which belongs to a passenger risk
group should never be installed on the front passenger seat with the passen-
ger airbag off switch in the AUTO position, because the force of the deploy-
ing airbag could cause death or serious injury to the child in forward seating
position. ( P. 96)

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1
Before driving
CAUTION
■
When installing a booster seat
Do not fully extend the shoulder belt to prevent the belt from going to ALR
lock mode. ( P. 60)
ALR mode causes the belt to tighten only which could cause injury or dis-
comfort to the child.
■ When installing a child restraint system
Follow the directions given in the child restraint system installation manual
and fix the child restraint system securely in place.
If the child restraint system is not correctly fixed in place, the child or other
passengers may be seriously injured or even killed in the event of sudden
braking, sudden swerving or an accident.
●Access Cab and Double Cab models: If
the driver’s seat interferes with the child
restraint system and prevents it from
being attached correctly, attach the
child restraint system to the right-hand
rear seat.
● Access Cab and Double Cab models:
Adjust the front passenger seat so that
it does not interfere with the child
restraint system.
● Only put a forward-facing or booster
child seat on the front seat when it is
unavoidable. When installing a forward-
facing or booster child seat on the front
passenger seat, move the seat as far
back as possible even if AIR BAG OFF
indicator light is illuminated. Failing to
do so may result in death or serious
injury if the airbags deploy (inflate).

162 2-2. Gauges and meters
■Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the
vehicle’s systems. ( P. 441)
*1:These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the ON
position to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will
turn off after the engine is started, or after a few seconds. There may
be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or if the
lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
*2:The indicator flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
*3:The indicator light comes on to indicate a malfunction.
*4:For 2WD models, even though there is no function of deactivatingthe curtain shield airbags in a vehicle rollover, the RSCA OFF indica-
tor turns on briefly when the engine switch is turned to the ON posi-
tion. But this is not a malfunction.
*1AIR BAG OFF indicator
( P. 99)
(U.S.A.)(Canada)(U.S.A.)(Canada)(U.S.A.)(Canada)
(U.S.A.)
(if equipped)
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*1*1*1*1
*1,3

358 4-1. Maintenance and care
■Shampooing the carpets
There are several commercial foaming-type cleaners available. Use a
sponge or brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping circles. Do not apply
water. The excellent results are obtained when keeping the carpet as dry as
possible.
■ Seat belts
Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water using a cloth or sponge. Also
check the belts periodically for excessive wear, fraying or cuts.
CAUTION
■Water in the vehicle
●Do not splash or spill liquid in the vehicle.
Doing so may cause the electrical components etc. to malfunction or catch
fire.
● Do not get any of the SRS components or wiring in the vehicle interior wet.
( P. 8 3 )
Electrical malfunction may cause the airbags to deploy or not function
properly, resulting in death or severe injury.
■ Cleaning the interior (esp ecially instrument panel)
Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel may reflect off
the windshield, obstructing the driver’s view and leading to an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.

416 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
7 IG1 NO.210 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
FuseAmpereCircuit

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system;
• The passenger airbag off switch (Access Cab mod-els); or
• The seat belt pretensioner system.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system.
Slip indicator The indicator comes on to indicate a malfunction in:
• The VSC;
• The TRAC;
• The active traction control system (if equipped);
• The AUTO LSD system;
• The downhill assist control system (if equipped); or
• The hill-start assist control system (if equipped).
(if equipped) Automatic transmission
fluid temperature warn-
ing light Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid tem-
perature is too high.
Warning lightWarning light/Details

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................. 236
ABS ........................................... 192
Access doors .............................39
Accessory meter ...................... 164
Active traction control system .................................... 182
Air conditioning filter............... 403
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter .............. 403
Manual air conditioning system ................................ 236
Airbags Airbag operating conditions.....85
Airbag precautions for your
child ......................................90
Airbag warning light............... 442
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions..............................86
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ...........................90
Front passenger occupant classification system .............99
General airbag precautions .....90
Locations of airbags ................82
Modification and disposal of airbags ..................................94
Passenger airbag off switch ....................................95
Proper driving posture .......80, 90
Roll sensing of curtain shield airbag off switch .................... 97
Side airbag operating conditions..............................86
Side airbag precautions ..........90
SRS airbags ............................82
Antenna..................................... 249
Anti-lock brake system ABS warning light .................. 442
Anti-lock brake system .......... 192
Audio input ............................... 271
Audio remote controls............. 273 Audio system
Antenna ................................. 249
Audio input ............................ 271
AUX port ............................... 271
CD player .............................. 253
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 259
Optimal use ........................... 267
Portable music player ........... 271
Radio..................................... 247
Steering wheel audio switch.................................. 273
Sub woofer ............................ 270
Type ...................................... 244
AUTO LSD system ................... 184
Automatic light off system...... 166
Automatic limited slip differential .............................. 184
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ......... 147
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 469
AUX port ................................... 271
Auxiliary box .... 310, 316, 334, 335
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 424
Wattage................................. 503
Back window .............................. 73
Battery Charging system warning
light ..................................... 442
Checking ............................... 384
If the vehicle battery is discharged .......................... 471
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 210
Bluetooth
®................................ 280
Bottle holders................... 310, 314
Brake assist.............................. 192
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