glove box TOYOTA TACOMA 2013 Owners Manual (in English)

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2-4. Using other driving systemsCruise control ...................... 172
Rear view monitor system (vehicles with auto
anti-glare inside rear
view mirror) ....................... 176
Four-wheel drive system ..... 184
Active traction control system .............................. 188
AUTO LSD system.............. 190
Rear differential lock system .............................. 192
Downhill Assist Control system .............................. 195
Clutch start cancel switch ... 197
Driving assist systems ........ 198
2-5. Driving information Off-road precautions (4WD models and
PreRunner) ....................... 205
Cargo and luggage ............. 210
Vehicle load limits ............... 215
Winter driving tips ............... 217
Trailer towing ...................... 221
Dinghy towing ..................... 242 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Air conditioning system ...... 244
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system types ............ 251
Operating the sub woofer (on some Access Cab
models) ............................ 254
Using the AUX port/USB port ................................... 255
Detachable pole antenna ... 256
3-3. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................. 259
• Interior light ..................... 260
• Personal lights................... 260
3-4. Using the storage features List of storage features ....... 261
• Glove box .......................... 262
• Front console box............. 262
• Cup holders ...................... 263
• Bottle holders ................... 265
• Auxiliary boxes ................. 266
• Overhead console ............ 268
3Interior and exterior
features

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Pictorial indexInterior
Seat belts P. 61
Head restraints P. 56
Bottle holders1 P. 265
Seatback table1 P. 286
SRS side airbags P. 87
Floor mats P. 287
SRS front
passenger
airbag
P. 87
Rear seats2 P. 52
Front seats P. 47
Glove box P. 262
Front console box1 P. 262
Horn
SRS driver airbag P. 154
P. 87

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Tailgate
Removing the tailgate■ Before removing the tailgate (vehicles with rear view monitor
system)
These connector covers are used when removing the tailgate, to
prevent the back-up camera wire harness connectors from being
contaminated.
Connector cover (Gray)
Connector cover (White)
Store the connector covers in the
glove box in a plastic bag when
not using.
The tailgate can be opened.
Pull the handle
Open the tailgate slowly
The support cables will hold
the tailgate horizontal.
After closing the tailgate, try
pulling it toward you to make
sure it is securely locked.

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1-7. Safety information
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Before driving
Child restraint systems with a top tether strap (Regular Cab models)
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Bench type seat
Remove the head restraint.
Installing position:Right side passenger seat
Center passenger seat
Swing the seatback forward
slightly ( P. 48) and remove the
anchor bracket covers.
Installing position:
Right side passenger seat
Center passenger seat
Store the removed cover in a safe
place such as the glove box.
Right side passenger seat
Route the top tether strap
through the routing device as
shown in the illustration.
Make sure the top tether strap is
not twisted.
Latch the hook onto the
anchor bracket.
Return the seatback to its orig-
inal position.
Make sure the seatback is
securely locked by pushing for-
ward and rearward on the top of
the seatback.

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1-7. Safety information
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Before driving
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Separated type seat
Remove the head restraint.
Swing the seatback forward
slightly (P. 47) and remove the
anchor bracket cover.
Store the removed cover in a safe
place such as the glove box.
Route the top tether strap
through the routing device as
shown in the illustration.
Make sure the top tether strap is
not twisted.
Latch the hook onto the
anchor bracket.
Return the seatback to its orig-
inal position.
Make sure the seatback is
securely locked by pushing for-
ward and rearward on the top of
the seatback.
Secure the child restraint usi ng a seat belt or lower anchor,
and tighten the top tether strap.
Make sure the top tether strap is securely latched.

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Replace the head restraint.
Child restraint systems with a top tether strap (Access Cab models)
Remove the anchor bracket cov-
ers.
Store the removed covers in a
safe place such as the glove box.
Secure the child restraint using a seat belt or lower anchors.Route the top tether strap
through the routing device as
shown in the illustration.
Make sure the top tether strap is
not twisted.
Latch the hook onto the
anchor bracket and tighten the
top tether strap.
Make sure the top tether strap is
securely latched.

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3-2. Using the audio system
Detachable pole antenna
The antenna can be removed.
■Removing the antenna
Place the included wrench
around the antenna.
When not in use, the wrench is
stored in glove box.

Loosen the antenna with the
wrench and remove it.

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3-2. Using the audio system
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Interior and exterior features
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About the wrench
●A standard 5/16 in. (8 mm) wrench can also be used to install or remove
the antenna.
● After using the included wrench, store it in the glove box for safekeeping.
■ Installing the antenna
Tighten the antenna by one
hand until it will not turn any
more.
Using the wrench, tighten the
antenna an additional 1/8th
turn (20 to 45 degrees) to
secure it in place.
After tightening the antenna,
remove the wrench.

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Interior and exterior features
3-4. Using the storage features
List of storage features
CAUTION
■Items that should not be left in the storage spaces
Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this
may result in the following when cabin temperature becomes high:
● Glasses may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into contact
with other stored items.
● Lighters or spray cans may explode. If they come into contact with other
stored items, the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may release gas,
causing a fire hazard.
Glove box
Overhead console (Access Cab and Double Cab models)
Bottle holders
Auxiliary boxes
Front console box (separated type front seat only)
Cup holders

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Glove boxPull up the lever.
Front console box (Separated type front seat only)
Push the button.
CAUTION
■Caution while driving
Keep the glove box closed. In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerv-
ing, an accident may occur due to an occupant being struck by the open
glove box or the items stored inside.
CAUTION
■Caution while driving
Keep the console box closed.
Injuries may result in the event of an accident or sudden braking.
Glove box and front console box