tire pressure TOYOTA TACOMA 2011 Owners Manual (in English)

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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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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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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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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Tires
●Rotation
● Replacement
● Inflation pressure
● Information
P. 388
P. 450
P. 396
P. 507
Fuel filler door P. 74Rear 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
Back window P. 73

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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Auxiliary box P. 316
Gauges and meters P. 157
Hood lock release lever P. 370
Tilt and telescopic steering
lock release lever
P. 64
Bottle holders P. 314
Parking brake pedal P. 154
Tire pressure warning
reset switch
P. 388
: Vehicles with an automatic transmission

196 2-4. Using other driving systems
CAUTION
■The ABS does not operate effectively when
●The limits of the gripping performance have been exceeded.
● The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on the wet or slick
road.
■ Stopping distance when the ABS is operating will exceed that of nor-
mal conditions
The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle’s stopping distance. Always
maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you in the following situ-
ations.
● When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads
● When driving with tire chains
● When driving over bumps in the road
● When driving over roads with pothol es or roads with uneven roads
■ When VSC is activated
The slip indicator flashes and a warning buzzer sounds. Always drive care-
fully. Reckless driving may cause an accident. Exercise particular care when
the indicator flashes and a buzzer sounds.
■ TRAC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip-
pery road surfaces, even if TRAC is operating.
Do not drive the vehicle in conditions where stability and power may be lost.
■ If the hill-start assist contro l does not operate effectively
Do not overly rely on the hill-start assist control. The hill start assist control
may not operate effectively on steep inclines and roads covered in ice.
■ Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the same size, brand, tread pattern and total
load capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the appro-
priate tire pressure level.
The ABS and VSC will not function correctly if different tires are fitted on the
vehicle.
Contact your Toyota dealer for further information when replacing tires or
wheels.

212 2-5. Driving information
■Snow chain installation
Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains.
●Install and remove tire chains in a safe location.
● Install tire chains on the rear tires only. Do not install tire chains on the
front tires.
● Install tire chains following the instructions provided in the accompanying
instructions.
CAUTION
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or
serious injury.
●Use tires of the size specified for your vehicle.
● Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.
● Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 km/h) regardless of the type of
snow tires being used.
● Snow tires should be installed on all wheels.
● 4WD models:
Do not mix tires of different makes, models, tread patterns or treadwear.
■ Driving with snow chains
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely,
and may cause death or serious injury.
●Do not drive in excess of the speed limit specified for the tire chains being
used or 30 mph (50 km/h), whichever is lower.
● Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces or over potholes.
● Avoid sudden turns and braking.
● Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to ensure that vehicle con-
trol is maintained.

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
CAUTION
■
When parking the vehicle
Always use wheel blocks when parking without the parking brake. Failure to
do so may allow the vehicle to move, resulting in an accident.
NOTICE
■Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs of and obtain replacement snow tires from Toyota dealers or
legitimate tire retailers.
This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affects the opera-
tion of the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.
■ Fitting tire chains
The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not function correctly
when tire chains are fitted.

Maintenance and care4
353
4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protectingthe vehicle exterior ......... 354
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .......... 357
4-2. Maintenance Maintenancerequirements .................. 360
General maintenance....... 362
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................ 365
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself serviceprecautions .................... 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

364 4-2. Maintenance
Vehicle exterior
Steering wheel• Moves smoothly?
• Has correct free play?
• No strange noises?
ItemsCheck points
Doors • Operate smoothly?
Engine hood • The lock system works properly?
Fluid leaks • Is there any leakage after park-
ing?
Tire • Inflation pressure is correct?
• Tire surfaces not worn or dam-
aged?
• Tires rotated according to the maintenance schedule?
• Wheel nuts are not loose?
CAUTION
■ If the engine is running
Turn the engine off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before per-
forming maintenance checks.
ItemsCheck points