TOYOTA TACOMA 2011 Owners Manual (in English)

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Maintenance and care
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Front fog lights (if equipped)
Unplug the connector while pull-
ing the lock release.
Turn the bulb counterclockwise.

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■Parking and front side marker lights
Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
Remove the light bulb.

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Front turn signal lights/dayt ime running lights (if equipped)
Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
Remove the light bulb.

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■Back-up lights and rear turn signal lights
Remove the bolts and rear com-
bination assembly.
Unplug the connector while
depressing the lock release.
Turn the bulb bases counter-
clockwise.
Rear turn signal light
Back-up light
Remove the light bulb. Rear turn signal light
Back-up light

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High mounted stoplight
Remove the screws and cover.
Remove the light bulbs.

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■License plate lights
Remove the screw and light unit.
Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
Remove the light bulb.

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Lights other than the above
If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have it replaced by
your Toyota dealer.
• Stop/tail lights
• Rear side marker lights
■ Condensation build-up on th e inside of the lens
Contact your Toyota dealer for more information in the following situations.
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does
not indicate a malfunction.
● Large drops of water are built up on the inside of the lens.
● Water has built up inside the headlight.
■ LED light bulbs
The stop/tail and rear side marker lights consist of a number of LEDs. If any
of the LEDs burn out, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer to have the
light replaced.
If two or more LEDs in a stop light burn out, your vehicle may not conform to
local laws (SAE).
CAUTION
■Replacing light bulbs
●Turn off the headlights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately
after turning off the headlights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
● Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. Hold the
bulb by the plastic or metal portion.
If the bulb is scratched or dropped it may blow out or crack.
● Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failing to do so
may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This
may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
■ To prevent damage or fire
Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.

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When trouble arises5
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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

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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the emergency flashers on longer than necessary when the
engine is not running.
Use the emergency flashers if th e vehicle malfunctions or is
involved in an accident.
Press the switch to flash all
the turn signal lights. To turn
them off, press the switch
once again.