key battery TOYOTA TACOMA 2013 Owners Manual (in English)

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergencyIf a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................... 403
If you have a flat tire............ 413
If the engine will not start .... 430
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P (vehicles
with an automatic
transmission) .................... 431
If you lose your keys ........... 432
If the vehicle battery is discharged ........................ 433
If your vehicle overheats ..... 437
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 440
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ........................ 442
6-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ............ 446
Fuel information .................. 467
Tire information ................... 470
6-2. Customization Customizable features ........ 481
Items to initialize ................. 485 Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ................ 488
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 489
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 491
Camper information ............ 502
Abbreviation list ......................... 510
Alphabetical index ..................... 512
What to do if... ........................... 521
6Vehicle specifications
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Index

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Before driving
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Wireless remote control depletion
The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years. (The battery becomes depleted
even if the key is not used.) If the wireless remote control function does not
operate, the battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when necessary.
(P. 370)
■ If the wireless remote control does not operate
Locking and unlocking the doors: Use the key. ( P. 37)
■ Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 30 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
■ Conditions affecting operation
The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the follow-
ing situations.
●Near a TV tower, radio station, electr ic power plant, airport or other facil-
ity that generates strong radio waves
● When carrying a portable radio, cell ular phone or other wireless commu-
nication device
● When multiple wireless keys are in the vicinity
● When the wireless key has come into contact with, or is covered by a
metallic object
● When a wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby
● When the wireless key has been left near an electrical appliance such as
a personal computer
■ When riding in an aircraft
When bringing a wireless remote control onto an aircraft, make sure you do
not press any buttons on the wireless remote control while inside the aircraft
cabin. If you are carrying a wireless remote control in your bag etc, ensure
that the buttons are not likely to be pressed accidentally. Pressing a button
may cause the wireless remote control to emit radio waves that could inter-
fere with the operation of the aircraft.
■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
Settings (e.g. wireless remote control system) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 481)

When trouble arises5
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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers ......... 394
If your vehicle needs to be towed ............................. 395
If you think something is wrong ............................. 401
Fuel pump shut off system ........................... 402 5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................ 403
If you have a flat tire......... 413
If the engine will not start ................................ 430
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P (vehicles
with an automatic
transmission) ................. 431
If you lose your keys ........ 432
If the vehicle battery is discharged ..................... 433
If your vehicle overheats ....................... 437
If the vehicle becomes stuck .............................. 440
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency ................ 442

458 6-1. Specifications
Electrical system
Differential
*:Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at
the factory. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or
an equivalent oil of matching quality to satisfy the above specification.
Please contact your Toyota dealer for further details.
Battery
Open voltage at
68F (20 C): 12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2  12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8
 12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage checked 20 minutes after the key
is removed with all the lights turned off)
Charging rates 5 A max.
Oil capacity
Front
(4WD models)1.59 qt. (1.50 L, 1.32 Imp.qt.)
Rear 2WD models except PreRunner
3.66 qt. (3.46 L, 3.04 Imp.qt.)
4WD models and PreRunner
3.12 qt. (2.95 L, 2.60 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosity *Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent

514 Alphabetical index
DrivingBreak-in tips .......................... 132
Correct posture .......................85
Driving assist systems........... 198
Procedures ............................ 130
Winter driving tips.................. 217
Emergency, in case of Blown fuse............................. 372
If the engine will not start ...... 430
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P...................... 431
If the vehicle battery is
discharged .......................... 433
If the warning buzzer sounds ................................ 403
If the warning light turns on ... 403
If you have a flat tire ............. 413
If you lose your keys ............. 432
If you think something is wrong .................................. 401
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 440
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 442
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 395
If your vehicle overheats ....... 437
Emergency flashers Switch.................................... 394
Engine
Compartment ........................ 334
Engine switch ........................ 141
Exhaust gas .......................... 137
Hood...................................... 332
How to start the engine ......... 141
Identification number ............. 451
If the engine will not start ...... 430
Ignition switch........................ 141
Immobilizer system .................82
Overheating........................... 437
Warning light ......................... 404 Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 457
Checking ............................... 340
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 217
Temperature gauge .............. 155
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ...................................... 155
Engine immobilizer system ...... 82
Engine oil Capacity ................................ 454
Checking ............................... 336
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 217
Warning light ......................... 404
Engine switch........................... 141
Event data recorder ................... 27
Floor mat .................................. 287
Fluid Brake..................................... 342
Washer.................................. 348
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 385
Switch ................................... 165
Wattage................................. 466
Four-wheel drive system Front-wheel drive control
switch.................................. 184
Front fog lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 385
Switch ................................... 165
Wattage................................. 466
Front passenger occupant
classification system ............ 101
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ........................ 406
Front passenger’s seat belt warning buzzer ...................... 406
Front seats
Adjustment .............................. 47
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JackPositioning the jack ............... 420
Vehicle-equipped jack ........... 413
Jack handle .............................. 418
Keyless entry..............................34
Keys Engine switch ........................ 141
If you lose your keys ............. 432
Ignition switch........................ 141
Keyless entry...........................34
Key number .............................32
Keys ........................................32
Reminder buzzer ................... 409
Wireless remote control ..........34
Wireless remote control battery ................................. 370
License plate lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 390
Switch.................................... 162
Wattage ................................. 466
Light bulbs Replacing .............................. 382
Wattage ................................. 466
Lights Automatic light off system ..... 164
Emergency flashers switch ... 394
Fog light switch ..................... 165
Hazard light switch ................394
Headlights switch .................. 162
Instrument panel light control dial .......................... 156
Interior light switch ................260
Replacing light bulbs ............. 382
Turn signal lights switch ........ 151
Wattage ................................. 466 Limited slip differential ........... 190
Load capacity ........... 210, 215, 447
Lock steering column................ 67
Luggage storage box .............. 294
Luggage compartment
features .................................. 289
Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance ....................... 328
General maintenance............ 324
Maintenance data ................. 446
Maintenance requirements ... 322
Reset the maintenance data..................................... 323
Vehicle exterior ..................... 316
Vehicle interior ...................... 319
Malfunction indicator lamp ..... 404
Manual air conditioning system .................................... 244
Manual transmission ............... 148
Meter Instrument panel light control ................................. 156
Meters ................................... 155
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror ............ 68
Side mirrors............................. 73
Vanity mirrors ........................ 270
Noise from under vehicle .......... 25
Odometer .................................. 156
Off-road precautions Driving ................................... 207
Vehicle .................................. 205
Oil Engine oil .............................. 336
Warning light ................. 404, 406
Opener Fuel door ................................. 79
Hood ..................................... 332J
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 413If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 430If the engine will not start
P. 8 2Engine immobilizer system
P. 433If the vehicle battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 431If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from P
The engine coolant temperature
gauge enters the red zone
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 437If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 432If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 433If the vehicle battery is discharged
The doors cannot be lockedP. 3 7Side doors
P. 4 1Access doors
The vehicle is stuck in
mud or sandP. 440If the vehicle becomes stuck
The warning light or indicator
light comes onP. 403If a warning light turns on