air conditioning TOYOTA TACOMA 2021 (in English) Owner's Manual

3465-1. Using the air conditioning system
Turns the seat heaters on
Drivers side
Front passenger side
Each time the switch is pressed,
the operation condition changes as
follows.
Hi (3 segments lit)  Mid (2 seg-
ments lit)  Lo (1 segment lit) 
Off
The level indicator (amber) light up
during operation.
■ The seat heaters can be used when
Vehicles without a smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■ When not in use
Turn the seat heaters off by pressing the button. The indicator light turns off.
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3745-4. Other interior features
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the power outlet and the plug
● Close the power outlet lid when not in use.
● Do not allow foreign objects or liquids to enter the power outl et, as this
may cause a short circuit.
● Do not use plug adaptors to connect too many plugs to the power outlet.
● After removing a plug, gently close the power outlet lid.
■ To prevent the fuse from being blown
Do not use a 120 V AC appliance that requires more than the maximum
capacity of the power outlet. If a 120 V AC appliance that cons umes more
than the maximum capacity is used, the protection circuit will cut the power
supply.
■ Appliances that may not op erate properly (120 V AC)
The following 120 V AC appliances may not operate even if their power con-
sumption is under maximum capacity.
● Appliances with high initial peak wattage
● Measuring devices that process precise data.
● Other appliances that require an extremely stable power supply
■ To prevent battery discharge
Turn off all the vehicle’s electronic equipment and accessories , such as the
headlights and air conditioning, when electrical appliances tha t consume in
excess of 100 W are used continuously for long periods of time.
■ To prevent any damage caused by heat
● Do not use any electrical appliances that give off intense heat, such as
toasters, in any locations including the internal or external t rim, seats and
deck.
● Do not use any electrical appliances that are easily affected b y vibration or
heat inside the vehicle. Vibration while driving, or the heat o f the sun while
parking, may result in damage to those electrical appliances.
■ If any electrical appliances are to be used while driving
Securely fasten both the appliances and their cables to prevent them from
falling or getting caught in any of the power train components.
■ If the power outlet is loose when an electrical appliance plug is con-
nected
Replace the outlet. Contact your Toyota dealer for any necessary replace-
ments.
■ If the power outlet gets dirty
Turn the main switch off and use a soft, clean cloth to wipe it gently. Do not
use any cleansing materials, such as organic solvents, wax, or compound
cleaners, as these may damage the power outlet or cause it to m alfunction.

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6Maintenance and care
6-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior .......... 396
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 400
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 403
General maintenance ........ 405
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ......................... 408 6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ..................... 409
Hood ................................. 411
Engine compartment ......... 413
Tires .................................. 425
Tire inflation pressure ....... 436
Wheels .............................. 439
Air conditioning filter.......... 442
Wireless remote control/ electronic key battery ...... 445
Checking and replacing fuses ............................... 448
Light bulbs......................... 451

3996-1. Maintenance and care
6
Maintenance and care
NOTICE
■Cleaning the exterior lights
● Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a h ard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
● Do not apply wax to the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
■ When using a high pressure car wash
● Do not spray water directly on the radar which is equipped behi nd the
emblem. Otherwise it may cause the device to be damaged.
● Do not bring the nozzle tip close to boots (rubber or resin man ufactured
cover), connectors or the following parts. The parts may be dam aged if
they come into contact with high-pressure water.
• Traction related parts
• Steering parts
• Suspension parts
• Brake parts
● Keep the cleaning nozzle at least 11.9 in. (30 cm) away from th e vehicle
body. Otherwise resin section, such as moldings and bumpers, ma y be
deformed and damaged. Also, do not continuously hold the nozzle in the
same place.
● Do not spray the lower part of the windshield continuously.
If water enters the air conditioning system intake located near the lower
part of the windshield, the air conditioning system may not ope rate cor-
rectly.
● Do not wash the underside of the vehicle using a high pressure car
washer.
■ Cleaning the high mounted stoplight and cargo lamps
When using high-pressured car washers, the tip of the nozzle sh ould be at
least 20 in. (50 cm) from the car body. Water can seep lamp hou sing or the
vehicle cabin if the nozzle is closer to the car body.

4426-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Air conditioning filter
Vehicles without a smart key system:
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system:
Turn the engine switch off.
Open the glove box.
Remove the cover by sliding up
and then pull the cover toward
you.
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain
air conditioning efficiency.
Removal method
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4436-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
Remove the filter cover.
Pull the filter out of the filter out-
let.
Remove the air conditioning filter
and replace it with a new one.
When installing the filter, follow the
instructions indicated on the label.
■Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to th e maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, earl y replacement
may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the
“Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)
■ If air flow from the ven ts decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if nece ssary.
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Replacement method

4446-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
NOTICE
■When using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditioning system without a filter may cause da mage to the
system.

4747-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you think something is wrong
●Fluid leaks un der the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air conditioning a fter use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points high er
than normal.
● Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
● Engine misses, stumbli ng or running roughly
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one s ide when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touch es
the floor
If you notice any of the followi ng symptoms, your vehicle proba -
bly needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as
soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

5578-1. Specifications
8
Vehicle specifications
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which
a tire may be inflated, shown on the sidewall
of the tire
Recommended infla-
tion pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of auto-
matic transmission, power steering, power
brakes, power windows, power seats, radio
and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded vehi-
cle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant
weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
*
that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci-
fied in the third column of Table 1
* below
Production options
weight
The combined weight of installed regular pro-
duction options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in
excess of the standard items which they
replace, not previously considered in curb
weight or accessory weight, including heavy
duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy
duty battery, and special trim

594Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C .................................... 332, 338Air conditioning filter ............. 442
Automatic air conditioning system ......... ....................... 338
Manual air conditioning system ......... ....................... 332
ABS (Anti-lock Brake
System) .................................. 317 Function ................................ 317
Warning light ......................... 476
Warning message ................. 485
Active head restraints ............. 140
Active traction control ............ 306
Air conditioning filter .............. 442
Air conditioning system ............................ 332, 338
Air conditioning filter ............. 442
Automatic air conditioning system ......... ....................... 338
Manual air conditioning system ......... ....................... 332
Airbags ....................................... 36
Airbag operating conditions .... 43
Airbag precautions for your child ......................... 39
Airbag warning light .............. 476
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............. 44
Curtain shield airbag precautions ........................... 40
Front passenger occupant classification syst em............. 48
General airbag precautions .... 39
Locations of airbags................ 36
Modification and disposal of airbags.............................. 42
Side airbag operating conditions ............................. 44
Side airbag precautions .......... 40 Side and curtain shield
airbags operating
conditions ............................. 44
Side and curtain shield airbags precautions .............. 40
SRS airbags ........................... 36
Alarm
Alarm ...................................... 88
Warning buzzer ............ 476, 483
Anchor brackets ........................ 58
Antennas
(smart key system) ............... 131
Anti-lock Brake System
(ABS) ...................................... 317 Function ................................ 317
Warning light......................... 476
Warning message................. 485
Assist grips .............................. 382
Audio remote control switches
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Audio system*
AUTO LSD system................... 301
Automatic High Beam ............. 223
Automatic light control system.................................... 219
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ........ 210
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 213
S mode ................................. 212
Power mode switch .............. 211
Auxiliary boxes ........................ 359
Back window Back window......................... 159
Power back window .............. 160
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 459
Wattage ................................ 547
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