tire pressure reset TOYOTA TACOMA 2013 Owners Manual (in English)

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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Auxiliary box P. 266
Gauges and meters P. 155
Hood lock release lever P. 332
Tilt and telescopic steering
lock release lever
P. 67
Bottle holders P. 265
Parking brake pedal P. 152
Tire pressure warning
reset switch
P. 351
: Vehicles with an automatic transmission

352 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Press and hold the tire pressure
warning reset switch until the tire
pressure warning light blinks
slowly 3 times.
Wait for a few minutes with the engine switch in the ON posi-
tion, and then turn the engine switch to the ACC or LOCK
position.
Registering ID codes The tire pressure warning valve and transmitter is equipped with a
unique ID code. When replacing a tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter, it is necessary to regi ster the ID code of tire pressure
warning valve and transmitter. Have the ID code registered by your
Toyota dealer.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■If you push the tire pressure warning reset switch accidentally
If initialization is performed, adjust t
he tire inflation pressure to the speci-
fied level and initialize the tire pressure warning system again.
■When the initialization of the tire pressure warning system has
failed
Initialization can be completed in a few minutes. However, in the follow-
ing cases, the settings have not b een recorded and the system will not
operate properly. If repeated attempts to record tire inflation pressure
settings are unsuccessful, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
●When operating the tire pressure warning reset switch, the tire pres-
sure warning light doe s not blink 3 times.
●After carrying out the initialization procedure, the tire pressure warn-
ing light blinks for 1 minute then stays on after driving for about 20
minutes.
■Routine tire inflation pressure checks
The tire pressure warning system does not replace routine tire inflation pres-
sure checks. Make sure to check tire inflation pressure as part of your rou-
tine of daily vehicle checks.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
CAUTION
■When inspecting or replacing tires
Observe the following precautions to
prevent accidents. Failure to do so
may cause damage to parts of the drive train, as well as dangerous han-
dling characteristics, which may lead to an accident resulting in death or
serious injury.
●Do not mix tires of different ma kes, models or tread patterns.
Also, do not mix tires of remarkably different treadwear.
●Do not use tire sizes other than those recommended by Toyota.
●Do not mix differently constructed ti res (radial, bias-belted or bias-ply
tires).
●Do not mix summer, all season and winter tires.
●Do not use tires that have been used on another vehicle.
●Do not use tires if you do not know how they were used previously.
■When initializing the tire pressure warning system
Do not push the tire pressure warnin g reset switch without first adjusting
the tire inflation pressure to the spec ified level. Otherwise, the tire pres-
sure warning light may not come on ev en if the tire inflation pressure is
low, or it may come on when the tire inflation pressure is actually normal.

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When trouble arises
409
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■
Key reminder buzzer
The buzzer indicates that the key has not been removed (with the engine
switch in the ACC or LOCK position and the driver’s door opened).
■ If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following:
● Is your vehicle low on gas?
If it is, refuel the vehicle immediately.
● Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The light will go off after taking several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer
as soon as possible.
■ Front passenger detection sensor and passenger seat belt reminder
If luggage or other load is placed on the front passenger seat, depending on
its weight, the reminder light to flash and buzzer to sound.
■
When the tire pressure warning light comes on
Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level.
Pushing the tire pressure warning reset switch does not turn off the tire
pressure warning light.
■The tire pressure warning light may turn on due to natural causes
The tire pressure warning light may turn on due to natural causes such
as natural air leaks or tire inflation pressure changes caused by temper-
ature. In this case, adjusting the ti re inflation pressure will turn off the
warning light (after a few minutes).
■When a tire is replaced with a spare tire
The temporary spare tire is not equipped with the tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter. If a tire goes flat, the tire pressure warning light will
not turn off even though the flat tire is replaced with the temporary spare
tire. Replace the temporary spare tire with the repaired tire and adjust
the proper tire inflatio n pressure. The tire pres sure warning light will turn
off after a few minutes.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
4WD models only: Fasten the
claws of the holding bracket into
the wheel holes as shown in the
illustration.
Holding bracket
Claw
Then secure the tire, taking care that the tire goes straight up
without catching on any other part , to prevent it from flying for-
ward during a collisio n or sudden braking.
Stow the tools and jack securely.
■After completing the tire change
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. (P. 351)
■When using the temporary spare tire
As the temporary spare tire is not equipped with the tire pressure warn-
ing valve and transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not
be warned. Also, if you replace the temporary spare tire after the tire
pressure warning light comes on, the light remains on.

518 Alphabetical index
SeatsAdjustment ..............................47
Adjustment precautions........... 51
Child seats/child restraint system installation .............. 110
Cleaning ............................... 319
Folding down the rear seat......53
Folding down the rear seat precautions ...........................55
Folding passenger’s seat ........49
Folding seatback .....................48
Front seat adjustment .............47
Front seat adjustment precautions ...........................51
Head restraint..........................56
Moving passenger’s seat for rear seat entry.......................48
Properly sitting in the seat .......85
Raising the bottom cushion .....52
Seat heaters .......................... 284
Seatback table .......................... 283
Service reminder indicators .............................. 158
Shift lever Automatic transmission ......... 144
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P...................... 431
Manual transmission ............. 148
Shift lock system ..................... 431
Side airbags................................87
Side doors ..................................37
Side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ..... 386, 391
Switch.................................... 162
Wattage ................................. 466
Side mirror Adjusting and folding ...............73
Spare tire
Inflation pressure................... 462
Replacing .............................. 413
Storage location .................... 413
Spark plug ................................ 457
Specifications........................... 446 Speedometer ............................ 155
SRS airbags
Curtain shield airbags ............. 87
Front airbags ........................... 87
Precautions ............................. 95
Roll sensing of curtain shield airbag off switch.................. 100
Side airbags ............................ 87
Steering wheel Adjustment .............................. 67
Stop lights
Replacing light bulbs ..... 388, 391
Wattage................................. 466
Storage feature ........................ 261
Storage precautions ................ 213
Stuck If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 440
Sun visors ................................ 269
Switch A-TRAC switch...................... 188
Clutch start cancel switch ..... 197
Cruise control switch ............. 172
DAC switch ........................... 195
Emergency flashers switch ... 394
Engine switch ........................ 141
Fog light switch ..................... 165
Front-wheel drive control switch.................................. 184
Hazard light switch ................ 394
Headlights switch .................. 162
Ignition switch ....................... 141
Light switch ........................... 162
Power door lock switch ........... 38
Power window switch .............. 76
Rear differential lock switch.................................. 192
Roll sensing of curtain shield
airbag off switch.................. 100
Tire pressure warning reset switch......................... 351
Turn signal lights ................... 151
VSC OFF switch ........... 190, 200

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Alphabetical index
Window lock switch ................ 76
Wiper and washer ................ 166
Tachometer .............................. 155
Tailgate Removing the tailgate............. 42
Tailgate................................... 42
Tail lights Replacing light bulbs .... 388, 391
Switch ................................... 162
Wattage ................................ 466
Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system..... 82
Tire inflation pressure ............ 462
Tire information Glossary ............................... 475
Size ...................................... 472
Tire identification number ..... 471
Uniform tire quality
grading ............................... 473
Tires Chains .................................. 218
Checking .............................. 350
If you have a flat tire ............. 413
Identification number ............ 471
Inflation pressure .................. 462
Inflation pressure sensor ...... 351
Information ........................... 470
Replacing ............................. 413
Rotating tires ........................ 350
Size ...................................... 462
Snow tires............................. 354
Spare tire .............................. 413
Tire pressure warning
reset switch ........................ 351
Tire pressure warning system........................ 350, 410
Warning light ........................ 406
Tools......................................... 413
Total load capacity .................. 215 Towing
Bumper towing ......................231
Dinghy towing........................242
Emergency towing.................395
Fifth wheel trailer ...................229
Trailer towing.........................221
Traction control system ..........198
TRAC .........................................198
Trip meter .................................156
Turn signal lights Lever .....................................151
Replacing light
bulbs ...........................387, 388
Switch....................................151
Wattage .................................466
Vanity mirrors...........................270
Vehicle control and operation data recording ........26
Vehicle data recordings ............26
Vehicle identification number ...................................451
Vehicle stability control...........198
VSC............................................198
Warning buzzers Key reminder .........................409
Brake system ........................403
Seat belt reminder .................406
Warning lights
ABS .......................................404
Airbag system .......................404
Anti-lock brake system ..........404
Automatic transmission fluid temperature ................. 404
Brake system ........................403
Charging system .... ...............404
Driver’s seat belt ...................406
Electronic engine control system ................................404
Engine oil replacement..........406
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