parking brake TOYOTA TACOMA 2023 Owner's Guide

4967-2. 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
7-2. 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. 472)
Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire. The flat tire can be
replaced with the spare tire.
For details about tires: P. 4 3 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

5277-2. 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. 530)
● 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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5367-2. 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. 324, 325)
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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5508-1. 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 Spider Lithium 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

598What 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. 203)
●Vehicles with a smart key system:
It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. ( P. 208)
●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. 156)
●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. 207)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? (P. 483)
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P. 219)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
( P. 483, 496)
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
Check the message on the multi-information display. ( P. 489)
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)

601Alphabetical index
Back windowBack window ......................... 159
Power back window .............. 160
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 466
Wattage ................................ 553
Battery ...................................... 428
If the vehicle battery is discharged .......................... 530
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 329
Warning message ................. 490
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ....... 292
Bluetooth
®*
Bottle holders .......................... 360
Brake
Fluid ...................................... 425
Parking brake........................ 219
Warning buzzer..................... 482
Warning light ......................... 482
Warning message ................. 489
Brake assist ............................. 323
Brake Override System ........... 170
Break-in tips ............................. 171
Brightness control
Instrument panel light control................................... 99
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 292
Blind Spot Monitor function ............................... 294
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
function ............................... 297 Camper information ................ 590
Care .................................. 402, 406
Aluminum wheels ................. 403
Exterior ................................. 402
Interior .................................. 406
Seat belts.............................. 407
Cargo capacity......................... 182
Cargo lamp
Light switch ........................... 355
Replacing light bulbs ............ 469
Certification label .................... 543
Chains ...................................... 330
Child restraint system............... 54 Booster seats, definition ......... 55
Booster seats, installation....... 65
Convertible seats, definition ... 55
Convertible seats, installation ...................... 63, 64
Front passenger occupant
classification syst em ............ 48
Infant seats, definition............. 55
Infant seats, installation .......... 63
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ...... 61, 62
Installing CRS with
seat belts .............................. 63
Installing CRS with top tether strap ............... 66, 68
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*: For vehicles with Audio Plus or Premium Audio, refer to the “ NAVIGA-
TION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”

608Alphabetical index
Navigation system*
Noise from under vehicle............ 8
Odometer.................................... 98
Off-road precautions ............... 333
Oil
Engine oil .............................. 545
Differential oil ........................ 548
Manual transmission oil ........ 549
Transfer oil ............................ 550
Opener Hood ..................................... 417
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 154 Adjusting and folding ............ 154
Blind spot monitor ................. 292
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ......... 340, 347
Outside temperature
display ...................................... 98
Overhead console ................... 358
Overheating.............................. 534 Parking assist sensors
(intuitive parking assist)....... 284
Parking brake........................... 219 Operation .............................. 219
Parking brake engaged
warning buzzer ................... 483
Parking brake engaged
warning message ............... 496
Parking lights........................... 220 Light switch ........................... 220
Replacing light bulbs .... 463, 469
Wattage ................................ 553
PCS (Pre-Collision System).... 245
Pre-collision brake assist ...... 246
Pre-collision braking ............. 246
Pre-collision warning ............ 246
Warning light......................... 484
Personal lights......................... 354 Wattage ................................ 553
Power back window ................ 160
Power mode switch ................. 212
Power outlets ................... 375, 376
Power steering fluid ................ 426
Power windows ....................... 156 Jam protection function ........ 157
Operation .............................. 156
Power back window switch ... 160
Window lock switch .............. 156
Pre-Collision System (PCS).... 245
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613Alphabetical index
Trip meters ................................. 98
Turn signal lights..................... 218Replacing light
bulbs ................... 463, 466, 469
Turn signal lever ................... 218
Wattage ................................ 553
USB charging ports ................. 381
USB port
*
Vanity lights Vanity lights .......................... 374
Wattage ................................ 553
Vanity mirrors .......................... 374
Vehicle data recordings .............. 9
Vehicle identification number ................................... 543
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) ...................................... 323
Voice command system
*
VSC
(Vehicle Stability Control) .... 323 Warning buzzers
Brake Override System ........ 492
Brake system ....... ......... 482, 489
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 292
Crawl Control ........................ 320
Downshifting ......................... 215
Four-wheel drive control ....... 303
Intuitive parking assist .......... 285
Key reminder ........................ 203
Light reminder....................... 223
Open door............................. 495
Open moon roof............ 164, 497
Parking brake ............... 483, 496
PCS
(Pre-Collision System) ....... 245
Reverse warning................... 217
Seat belt reminder ................ 483
Warning lights ........................... 93 ABS ...................................... 482
Brake system ....... ................. 482
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ....... 258
Low fuel level ........................ 483
Low speed four-wheel drive indicator ..................... 483
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 482
Master warning light ............. 483
Parking brake indicator ......... 483
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ....... 245
Rear differential lock
indicator light ...................... 483
Seat belt reminder light......... 483
Slip indicator ......................... 483
SRS ...................................... 482
Tire pressure ........................ 484
Warning messages.................. 489
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TION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”