TOYOTA TACOMA 2013 Owners Manual (in English)

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Clock
■The clock is displayed when
The engine switch is in the ACC or ON position.
■ When disconnecting and reco nnecting battery terminals
The time display will automatically be set to 1:00.
Adjusts the hours
Adjusts the minutes

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Outside temperature display (vehicles with auto anti-glare inside rear view mirror)
The temperature display shows temperatures within the ranges of
-40°F (-40°C) and 122°F (50°C).
■ Outside temperature display
Ty p e A
Ty p e B
■ Ice advisory indicator
If the outside temperature low-
ers to 37°F (3°C) or below
when the engine switch is in
the ON position, the indicator
will come on to warn the driver
that roads may be icy. Check
the road surface and drive
carefully. (The indicator will go
off when the outside tempera-
ture rises to 41°F [5°C].)

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Changing the display
The outside temperature display on the inside rear view mirror can be
turned on/off and the display units can be changed.
■ Turning the outside temperature display on/off
Type A: Press and hold to display “Custom Settings Menu”.
Type B: Press to display “Custom Settings Menu”.
Type A: Press and select“Outside Temperature”,
then press and hold.
Type B: Press and select “Outside Temperature”,
then press .
Type A: Press and select “Temperature Display”.
Type B: Press and select “Temperature Display”.
Type A: Press and hold and select display on/off.
Type B: Press and select display on/off.
To leave the “Temperature Sett ings 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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■Changing display units
Type A: Press and hold to display “Custom Settings Menu”.
Type B: Press to display “Custom Settings Menu”.
Type A: Press and select“Outside Temperature”,
then press and hold.
Type B: Press and select “Outside Temperature”,
then press .
Type A: Press and select “Units”.
Type B: Press and select “Units”.
Type A: Press and hold and select the desired units.
Type B: Press and select the desired units.
To leave the “Temperature Sett ings 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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Setting the ice advisory indicator
The ice advisory indicator on the inside rear view mirror can be
turned on/off.
Type A: Press and hold to display “Custom Settings Menu”.
Type B: Press to display “Custom Settings Menu”.
Type A: Press and select“Ice Advisory”.
Type B: Press and select “Ice Advisory”.
Type A: Press and hold and select display on/off.
Type B: Press and select display on/off.
To leave the “Temperature Sett ings 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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■The outside temperatur e is displayed when
The engine switch is in the ON position.
■ Display
In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be dis-
played, or the display may take longer than normal to change:
●When the vehicle is stopped, or moving at low speeds (less than 16 mph
[25 km/h])
● When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the
entrance/exit of a garage, tunnel, etc.)
■ When “– –” or “– – –” is displayed
The system may be malfunctioning. Take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer.
■ Customization that can be configured for the in side rear view mirror
display
Settings (e.g. layout) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 481)

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Power outlets (12V DC)
■The power outlets can be used when
The engine switch is in the ACC or ON position.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the power outlets
Close the power outlets lid when not in use.
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlets may cause a short cir-
cuit.
■ To prevent the fuse from being blown
Do not use an accessory that uses more than 12V/10A.
■ To prevent the battery from being discharged
Do not use the power outlets longer than necessary when the engine is not
running.
The power outlets can be used fo r 12V accessories that run on less
than 10A.

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Power outlet (120V AC)
Maximum available capacity of the power outlet■ While the vehicle is being driven
The maximum capacity of the power outlet is always 120V AC/
100W.
■ When the vehicle is stationary
The maximum capacity of the power outlet varies depending on
the following conditions.
●The maximum capacity is 120V AC/400W when the following
condition applies:
• The shift lever is in P or N. (automatic transmission)
: If equipped
The power outlet can be used for electrical appliances.
Main switch
To use the power outlet, turn on the main switch.
The power supply starts a few seconds after the main switch is
pressed.
Power outlet socket

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• The shift lever is in N and the clutch pedal is not depressed.
(manual transmission)
A maximum capacity of 400W can only be restored by turning
the power outlet main switch off and then on again under condi-
tion described above.
● The maximum capacity is 120V AC/100W when the following
condition applies:
• The shift lever is moved to any positions other than P and N.
(automatic transmission)
• The clutch pedal is depressed. (manual transmission)
■ The power outlet can be used when
The engine is started.
■ The indicator light changes according the maximum available capacity,
as follows:
■ When the power outlet is in operation
The sound of the cooling fan may be heard from the front console box. This
is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.
■ If the engine is started with the power outlet main switch on
The maximum capacity of the power supply may decrease to below the stan-
dard, or may be cut off completely, even when the vehicle is stationary.
Indicates 120V AC/400W
Indicates 120V AC/100W

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■The protection circuit may be activated to cut the power supply if any
of the following conditions apply:
●The engine is started with the power outlet main switch on.
● Use of electrical appliances exceeding the maximum capacity is
attempted.
A sound may be heard when the protection circuit is activated.
This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.
● Electrical appliances, which consume power exceeding 100W, have
been used continuously for a long time period.
● The total power usage by all electrical features (headlights, air condition-
ing, etc.) has exceeded the total vehicle maximum for an extended
period of time.
■ If the protection circuit is activated and the power supply is cut, con-
duct the following procedure:
Park the vehicle in a safe place, and then securely apply the park-
ing brake.
Check and ensure the following conditions:• The shift lever is in P or N. (automatic transmission)
• The shift lever is in N and the clutch pedal is not depressed. (manual transmission)
Make sure that the power consumption of the electric appliance is
within the maximum capacity of the power outlet and the appliance
is not broken.
Press the power outlet main switch again.
When the cabin temperature is high, open the windows to cool the tempera-
ture down. Once it reaches the normal temperature, turn the power outlet\
main switch on again.
If the power supply is not resumed even after performing the above proce-
dure, have the vehicle inspected by a Toyota dealer.