TOYOTA TACOMA 2012 Owners Manual (in English)

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Calibrating the compass
The direction display deviates fr om the true direction determined by
the earth’s magnetic field. The amount of deviation varies depending
on the geographic position of the vehicle.
If you cross over one of the map boundaries shown in the illustration, the
compass will deviate.
To obtain higher precision or perfect calibration, refer to “Deviation
calibration”.
Turning the compass display on/off
The compass display on the inside rear view mirror can be turned
on/off and the country and region settings can be changed. Type A: Press and hold to display “Custom Settings Menu”.
Type B: Press to display “Custom Settings Menu”.

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Type A: Press and select“Compass”, then press
and hold .
Type B: Press and select “Compass”, then press
.
Type A: Press and select “Compass Display”.
Type B: Press and select “Compass Display”.
Type A: Press and hold and select display on/off.
Type B: Press and select display on/off.
To leave the “Compass Settings Menu”, select “Back to main
menu” to return to the starting screen, then either select “Exit”
or wait several seconds wi thout pressing any buttons.
Deviation calibration
Stop the vehicle.
Type A: Press and hold to display “Custom Settings Menu”.
Type B: Press to display “Custom Settings Menu”.
Type A: Press and select“Compass”, then press
and hold .
Type B: Press and select “Compass”, then press.

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Type A: Press and select
“Zone”, then press and
hold .
Type B: Press and select “Zone”, then press
.
Type A: The selected country changes each time is pressed.
Select the country, then
press and hold to
confirm.
Type B: The selected country changes each time is pressed.
Select the country, then
press to confirm.
Type A: The selected region changes each time is pressed.
Select the region, then
press and hold to
confirm.
Type B: The selected region changes each time is pressed.
Select the region, then
press to confirm.
To leave the “Compass Settings Menu”, select “Back to main
menu” to return to the starting screen, then either select “Exit”
or wait several seconds without pressing any buttons.

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Circling calibrationIf “C” appears on the display, circling calibration needs to be per-
formed. Stop the vehicle in a place where it is safe to drive in a circle.
Type A: Press and hold to display “Custom Settings Menu”.
Type B: Press to display “Custom Settings Menu”.
Type A: Press and select“Compass”, then press
and hold .
Type B: Press and select “Compass”, then press
.
Type A: Press and select “Calibrate”, then press
and hold .
Type B: Press and select “Calibrate”, then press.
“C” appears on the display.

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Drive the vehicle at 5 mph (8
km/h) or less in a circle until a
direction is displayed.
If there is not enough space to
drive in a circle, drive around the
block until a direction is dis-
played.
To leave the “Compass Settings Menu”, select “Back to main
menu” to return to the starting screen, then either select “Exit”
or wait several seconds without pressing any buttons.
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Conditions unfavorable to correct operation
The compass may not show the correct direction in the following conditions:
●The vehicle is stopped immediately after turning.
● The vehicle is on an inclined surface.
● The vehicle is in a place where the earth’s magnetic field is subject to
interference by artificial magnetic fields (underground car park/parking
lot, under a steel tower, between buildings, roof car park/parking lot, near
an intersection, near a large vehicle, etc.).
● The vehicle has become magnetized.
(There is a magnet or metal object near the inside rear view mirror.)
● The battery has been disconnected.
● A door is open.

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CAUTION
■While driving the vehicle
Do not adjust the display. Adjust the display only when the vehicle is
stopped.
■ When doing the circling calibration
Secure a wide space, and watch out for people and vehicles in the vicinity.
Do not violate any local traffic rules while performing circling calibration.
NOTICE
■To avoid the compass malfunctions
Do not place magnets or any metal objects near the inside rear view mirror.
Doing this may cause the compass sensor to malfunction.
■ When doing the circling calibration
●Do not perform a circling calibration of the compass in a place where the
earth’s magnetic field is subject to inte rference by artificial magnetic fields.
● During calibration, do not operate electric systems (power windows, etc.)
as they may interfere with the calibration.

Maintenance and care4
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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior......... 418
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior.......... 421
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................. 424
General maintenance....... 426
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................ 429 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions .................... 430
Hood ................................ 434
Engine compartment ........ 436
Tires ................................. 452
Tire inflation pressure ...... 461
Wheels ............................. 466
Air conditioning filter......... 469
Wireless remote control battery ............................ 472
Checking and replacing fuses .............................. 474
Light bulbs........................ 484

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Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
■Automatic car washes
●Fold the mirrors and remove the detachable pole antenna before wash-
ing the vehicle. Start washing from the front of the vehicle. Make sure to
re-install the detachable pole antenna and extend the mirrors before driv-
ing.
● Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface
and harm your vehicle’s paint.
● In certain automatic car washes, the roof antenna (if equipped) may
interfere with machine operation. This may prevent the vehicle from
being cleaned properly or result in damage to the roof antenna.
■ High pressure car washes
Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity \
of
the windows. Before entering an automatic car wash, check that the fuel filler
door on your vehicle is closed properly.
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime
condition.
● Working from top to bottom, liber ally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any
dirt and dust.
Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.
● For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thor-
oughly with water.
● Wipe away any water.
● Wax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle
body is cool.

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Aluminum or chrome cladded wheels (if equipped)
●Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use
hard brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical
cleaners. Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
● Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after
driving for long distance in the hot weather.
● Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.
■ Bumpers and side moldings
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
CAUTION
■Caution about the exhaust pipe
Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipe until it has cooled
sufficiently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe can cause burns.
NOTICE
■To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and compo-
nents (aluminum or chrome cladded wheels etc.)
● Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If you see coal tar or tree sap on the paint surface
• If you see dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings on the paint
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust,
iron powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled in dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface
● If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
● To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place
with low humidity when storing the wheels.

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NOTICE
■Cleaning the exterior lights
●Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
● Do not apply wax on the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
■ Detachable pole antenna installation and removal precautions
●Before driving, ensure that the antenna is installed.
● When the antenna is removed, such as before entering an automatic car
wash, make sure to store it in a suitable place so as not to lose it. Also,
before driving, make sure to reinstall the antenna in its original position.
●Clean the drainage hole of the deck
regularly.
If the drainage hole is stopped up, the
water will not be able to flow, and it will
cause rust.