parking brake TOYOTA TACOMA 2019 (in English) Owner's Guide

5828-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Indicates that the parking brake is still engaged.If the vehicle reaches a speed of 3 mph
(5 km/h), flashes and a buzzer
sounds to indicate that the parking brake is
still engaged.
 Release the parking brake.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the smart key system.
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
(If equipped)
Indicates that a Blind Spot Monitor sensor or the
surrounding area on the bumper is dirty or cov-
ered with ice.
A buzzer also sounds.
 Clean the sensor and its surrounding area
on the bumper.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the BSM (Blind Spot
Monitor) system. A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(U.S.A.) (Canada)
(Flashes)

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When trouble arises
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you have a flat tire
●Stop the vehicle in a safe place on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Shift the shift lever to P (automatic transmission) or R (manua l
transmission).
● Stop the engine.
● Turn on the emergency flashers. ( P. 558)
Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire. The flat tire can be
replaced with the spare tire.
For details about tires: P. 5 2 1
WARNING
■If you have a flat tire
Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance wit h a flat tire can damage the tire and the
wheel beyond repair, which cou ld result in an accident.
Before jacking up the vehicle

6138-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● One or both of the battery t erminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged. ( P. 616)
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system (vehicles
with a smart key system).
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, o r if repair
procedures are unknown.
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as an
interim measure to start the engine if the engine switch is fun ctioning
normally:
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the engine switch for about 15 seconds while
depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be start ed using the above steps, the sy stem
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyot a
dealer.
The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and h ead-
lights do not turn on, o r the horn does not sound.
Emergency start function (vehicles with a smart key system)
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6228-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P
(automatic transmission) or N (manual transmission).
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the rear wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide traction
under the rear wheels.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to D or R (automatic transmission), or 1 or R
(manual transmission) and release the parking brake. Then, whil e
exercising caution, depress the accelerator pedal.
■ When it is difficult to free the vehicle
Press to turn off TRAC.
Turn off TRAC/active traction control system (if equipped) and/or VSC if these
functions are hampering your attempts to free the vehicle.
(P. 320, 321)
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
WARNING
■ When attempting to f ree a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the
surrounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, obj ects or people.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.
■ When shifting the shift lever (vehicles with an automatic trans mission)
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle t hat may
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
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6369-1. Specifications
*: Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Transfer Gear oil LF” at
the factory. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Transfer Gear oil LF” or
an equivalent of matching quality to satisfy the above specific ation. Please
contact your Toyota dealer for further details.
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N,
50 kgf) with the engine running.
*2: Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 44.9 lbf (200 N,
20.4 kgf).
Transfer (4WD models)
Oil capacity 1.1 qt. (1.0 L, 0.9 Imp.qt.)
Oil type*Toyota Genuine Transfer gear oil LF or
equivalent
Recommended oil viscosity SAE 75W
Brakes
Pedal clearance*1
Vehicles without off-road package:
4.4 in. (111 mm) Min.
Vehicles with off-road package:
3.6 in. (91 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04  0.24 in. (1  6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lever travel*25 — 7 clicks
Fluid type FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
Chassis lubrication
Propeller shaft SpiderLithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III

684What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●Vehicles without a smart key system:
It is locked to prevent theft of the vehicle if the key is removed from the
engine switch. ( P. 194)
●Vehicles with a smart key system:
It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. ( P. 199)
●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be oper-
ated if the window lock switch is pressed. ( P. 147)
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for a peri od of
time. ( P. 198)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? (P. 569)
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P. 210)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
( P. 569, 582)
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
Check the message on the multi-information display. ( P. 575)
The steering wheel cannot be turned after the engine is
stopped
The windows do not open or close by operating the power
window switches
The engine switch is turned off automatically
(vehicles with a smart key system)
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
A warning buzzer sounds w hen leaving the vehicle
(vehicles with a smart key system)

687Alphabetical index
Automatic transmissionAutomatic transmission......... 201
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 205
S mode ................................. 204
Power mode switch............... 203
AUX port ................................... 341
Auxiliary boxes ........................ 453
Back window
Back window ......................... 150
Power back window .............. 151
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs............. 553
Wattage ................................ 639
Battery ...................................... 518 If the vehicle battery is discharged .......................... 616
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 325
Warning message ................. 576
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ....... 291
Bluetooth
®*
Audio system ....... ................. 385
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ............. 386
Bottle holders .......................... 448
Brake
Fluid ...................................... 515
Parking brake........................ 210
Warning buzzer..................... 568
Warning light ......................... 568
Warning message ................. 575
Brake assist ............................. 319
Brake Override System ........... 162
Break-in tips ............................. 163 Brightness control
Instrument panel light control .................................. 91
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 291 Blind Spot Monitor function............................... 293
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
function............................... 296
Camper information ................ 675
Care .................................. 492, 496 Aluminum wheels ................. 493
Exterior ................................. 492
Interior .................................. 496
Seat belts.............................. 497
Cargo capacity......................... 174
Cargo lamp Light switch ........................... 443
Replacing light bulbs ............ 555
CD player
*............................... 357
Certification label .................... 629
Chains ...................................... 326
Child restraint system............... 51 Booster seats, definition ......... 52
Booster seats, installation....... 62
Convertible seats, definition ... 52
Convertible seats,
installation ...................... 60, 61
Front passenger occupant classification syst em ............ 45
Infant seats, definition............. 52
Infant seats, installation .......... 60
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ...... 58, 59
Installing CRS with seat belts...................................... 60
Installing CRS with top tether strap........ 63, 65
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*: For vehicles with Entune Audio Plus or Entune Premium Audio, refer to
the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”

694Alphabetical index
OpenerHood ..................................... 507
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 145
Adjusting and folding ............ 145
Blind spot monitor ................. 291
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ......... 428, 435
Outside temperature display ...................................... 90
Overhead console ................... 446
Overheating.............................. 620
Parking assist sensors
(intuitive parking assist) ....... 275
Parking brake ........................... 210
Operation .............................. 210
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer ................... 569
Parking brake engaged warning message ............... 582
Parking lights ........................... 211
Light switch ........................... 211
Replacing light bulbs..... 550, 555
Wattage ................................ 639
PCS (Pre-Collision System) .......... 235 Pre-collision brake assist ...... 236
Pre-collision braking ............. 236
Pre-collision warning............. 236
Warning light ......................... 570
Personal lights ......................... 442 Wattage ................................ 639
Power back window ................ 151
Power mode switch ................. 203 Power outlets ................... 464, 465
Power steering fluid ................ 516
Power windows ....................... 147
Jam protection function ........ 148
Operation .............................. 147
Power back window switch ................................. 151
Window lock switch .............. 147
Pre-Collision System (PCS).... 235
Radar cruise control (dynamic radar cruise control) ............. 257
Radiator .................................... 515
Radio
*...................................... 355
Rear differential
lock system ........................... 305
Rear seat Adjustment precautions ........ 135
Child seats/child restraint
system installation . ............... 55
Cleaning ............................... 496
Folding down ........................ 133
Head restraints ..................... 136
Raising the bottom
cushion ............................... 133
Rear side marker lights........... 211 Light switch ........................... 211
Replacing light bulbs ............ 553
Wattage ................................ 639
Rear step bumper .................... 122
Rear turn signal lights ............ 209
Replacing light bulbs ............ 553
Turn signal lever ................... 209
Wattage ................................ 639
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror .......... 142
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 145
Rear view monitor system ...... 281
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698Alphabetical index
Tires .......................................... 521Chains................................... 326
Checking ............................... 521
If you have a flat tire ............. 597
Inflation pressure .................. 637
Information ............................ 643
Replacing .............................. 597
Rotating tires......................... 521
Size ....................................... 637
Snow tires ............................. 327
Spare tire .............................. 598
Tire pressure warning system ......... ....................... 522
Warning light ......................... 570
Warning message ......... 577, 579
Tonneau cover ......................... 456
Tools ......................................... 598
Top tether strap ................... 63, 65
Total load capacity .......... 174, 627
Towing
Bumper towing ...................... 182
Dinghy towing ....................... 192
Emergency towing ................ 563
Trailer towing ........................ 175
Toyota Safety Sense P ............ 228
Automatic High Beam ........... 215
Dynamic radar cruise control................................. 257
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)........ 249
PCS
(Pre-Collision System)........ 235
TRAC (Traction Control) ......... 319
Transmission ........................... 201 Automatic transmission......... 201
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 205
Manual transmission ............. 207
Power mode switch............... 203
S mode ................................. 204 Trip meters ................................. 90
Turn signal lights .................... 209
Replacing light
bulbs................... 550, 553, 555
Turn signal lever ................... 209
Wattage ................................ 639
USB charging ports................. 470
USB port
*................................. 341
Vanity lights Vanity lights .......................... 462
Wattage ................................ 639
Vanity mirrors .......................... 462
Vehicle data recordings .............. 9
Vehicle identification number ................................... 629
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) ...................................... 319
Voice command system
*....... 420
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) .... 319
Warning buzzers Brake Override
System ............................... 578
Brake system ....... ......... 568, 575
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 291
Crawl Control ........................ 316
Downshifting ......................... 206
Four-wheel drive control ....... 299
Intuitive parking assist .......... 276
Key reminder ........................ 194
Light reminder....................... 214
Open door............................. 581
Open moon roof............ 155, 583
Parking brake ............... 569, 582
PCS
(Pre-Collision System) ....... 235
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699Alphabetical index
Reverse warning ................... 208
Seat belt reminder ................ 569
Warning lights............................ 85
ABS....................................... 568
Brake system ....... ................. 568
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)........ 249
Low fuel level ........................ 569
Low speed four-wheel drive indicator ..................... 569
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 568
Master warning light.............. 569
Parking brake indicator ......... 569
PCS (Pre-Collision System)........ 235
Rear differential lock
indicator light ...................... 569
Seat belt reminder light ......... 569
Slip indicator ......................... 569
SRS ...................................... 568
Tire pressure......................... 570
Warning messages .................. 575
Washer...................................... 221
Checking ............................... 520
Low windshield washer fluid warning message ............... 579
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 325
Switch ................................... 221 Washing and waxing ............... 492
Weight
Cargo capacity...................... 174
Cargo weight rating .............. 677
Gross axle weight rating ....... 679
Gross combination weight rating ....................... 179
Gross vehicle weight rating .................................. 679
Load limits ............................ 174
Towing capacity ............ 174, 179
Trailer Weight Rating ......................... 174, 179
TWR ............................. 174, 179
Vehicle capacity weight ......................... 174, 627
Wheels Replacing wheels ................. 533
Size....................................... 637
Window lock switch ................ 147
Windows................................... 147 Back window......................... 150
Power back window .............. 151
Power windows..................... 147
Windshield wipers ................... 221
Winter driving tips ................... 325
Wireless charger ..................... 472
Wireless remote control key
Locking/Unlocking ................ 111
Replacing the battery............ 539
WMA disc ................................. 357
*: For vehicles with Entune Audio Plus or Entune Premium Audio, refer to
the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”