check transmission fluid TOYOTA TACOMA 2019 Owners Manual (in English)

862. Instrument cluster
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position(vehicles without a smart key system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehi cles
with a smart key system) to indicate that a system check is being per-
formed. They will turn off after the engine is started, or after a few seconds.
There may be a malfunction in a system if the lights do not com e on, or if
the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
for details.
*1, 3, 5PCS warning light
( P. 570)*4
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light
(P. 577)
*2, 4, 5
(Yellow)
LDA indicator ( P. 570)
*4
(Canada)
ABS warning light
(P. 577)
*4
(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning
light ( P. 575)
*2, 4
Slip indicator ( P. 577)
*4
(Canada)
Brake system warning
light (P. 575)
*4, 5Tire pressure warning
light (P. 577)
*4Automatic transmission
fluid temperature warn-
ing light ( P. 576)*4Brake Override System/
Drive-Start Control warn-
ing light
(P. 578, 579, 589)
*4High engine coolant tem-
perature warning light
(P. 576)*4Low engine oil level
warning light ( P. 578)
*4Low engine oil pressure
warning light ( P. 576)*4
(Canada
only)
Low windshield washer
fluid warning light
(P. 579)
*4
Charging system warn-
ing light ( P. 576)

5177-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
2GR-FKS engine
Full (when cold)
Add fluid (when cold)
Full (when hot)
Add fluid (when hot)
Hot: Vehicle has been driven around 50 mph (80 km/h) for 20 minutes, or slightly longer in frigid temperatures. (Fluid
temperature, 140°F - 175°F [60°C - 80°C])
Cold: Engine has not been run for about 5 hours. (Room tem- perature, 50°F - 85°F [10°C - 30°C])
■Checking the fluid level
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
Clean all dirt off the reservoir.
Remove the cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinstall the cap and remove it again.
Check the fluid level.
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Fluid type Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
Items Rag or paper, clean funnel (only for adding fluid)
WARNING
■Checking the fluid level
Take care, as the reservoir may be hot.
NOTICE
■When adding fluid
Avoid overfilling, or the power steering may be damaged.
■ After replacing the reservoir cap
Check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or
damage.
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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”