air conditioning 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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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
features

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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
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Emergency flasher switch P. 430
Audio system P. 244
Air conditioning system P. 236
A-TRAC switch3 P. 182AUX port P. 271
Power outlet P. 324
Passenger airbag
off switch
1 P. 95
Front-wheel drive
control switch
2 P. 178
Cigarette lighter P. 323
Pictorial indexInstrument panel

Interior and exterior features3
235
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 andWMA 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
3-4. Using the interior lights Interior 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 temperaturedisplay (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

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Air conditioning system
Ty p e A
Ty p e B
Outside air or recirculated
air mode switchAir outlet selection dial
Temperature control dial
Fan speed control dial
Outside air or recirculated
air mode switch Air outlet selection dialAir conditioning
ON/OFF switch Temperature control dial
Fan speed control dial

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and defogger
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Interior and exterior features
Adjusting the settings
■ Adjusting the temperature setting (Type A)
Turn the temperature control dial clockwise to increase the temper-
ature.
■ Adjusting the temperature setting (Type B)
Turn the temperature control dial clockwise (warm) or counter-
clockwise (cool).
If is not pressed, the system will blow ambient temperature air or
heated air.
For quick cooling, turn the temperature control dial to the MAX A/C posi-
tion. The air conditioning will automatically turn on and the air intake
selector will be set to recirculated air mode.
■ Adjusting the fan speed
Turn the fan speed control dial clockwise (increase) or counter-
clockwise (decrease).
Set the dial to OFF to turn the fan off.
■ Selecting the air outlets
Set the air outlet selection di al to an appropriate position.
The positions between the air outlet selections shown below can also be
selected for more detailed adjustment.
When the dial is set to , air
flows to the upper body.

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When the dial is set to , air
flows to the upper body and feet.
Double Cab models only When the dial is set to , air
flows to the feet.
Double Cab models only When the dial is set to , air
flows to the feet and the wind-
shield defogger operates.
The air intake selector is automat-
ically set to outside air mode.
To return the recirculated air
mode, press
.
Double Cab models only

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and defogger
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Interior and exterior features
When the dial is set to , air
flows to the windshield and side
windows.
The air intake selector is automat-
ically set to outside air mode.
In this position, the air intake
selector cannot be changed to the
recirculated air mode.
■Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Press .
The mode switches between (outside air mode) and
(recirculated air mode) each ti me the switch is pressed.
■ If the ambient temperature drops while using the recirculated
air mode
The air intake mode automatically changes from recirculated air
mode to outside air mode after a few minutes.
To cancel this function:
Press and hold for longer than 2 seconds.
To reactivate this function:
Turn the engine switch to the LOCK or ACC position.

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Adjusting the position of the air outlets
Center outlets Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down.