transmission TOYOTA TUNDRA 2011 2.G Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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1-1. Key informationKeys ..................................... 42
1-2. Opening, closing and locking
the doors
Wireless remote control ....... 44
Side doors ............................ 47
Tailgate ................................ 52
1-3. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)
Front seats ........................... 58
Rear seats (Double Cab and CrewMax models) ....... 63
Driving position memory (driver’s seat) ..................... 68
Head restraints ..................... 71
Seat belts ............................. 75
Steering wheel (manually adjustable type) .................. 83
Steering wheel (power-adjustable type)...... 85
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror .................................. 86
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 89
1-4. Opening and clos ing
the win dows and moon roof
Power windows .................... 94
Back window ........................ 98
Power back window ............. 99
Moon roof ........................... 102 1-5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap... 107
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system .............................. 112
Alarm .................................. 114
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ....... 117
SRS airbags ....................... 119
Front passenger occupant classification system ......... 135
Child restraint systems ....... 142
Installing child restraints ..... 148
2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle .............. 172
Engine (ignition) switch....... 181
Automatic transmission ...... 184
Turn signal lever ................. 189
Parking brake ..................... 190
Horn .................................... 191
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ............ 192
Indicators and warning lights ................................. 198
Multi-information display ..... 203
Accessory meter ................. 209
1Before driving
2When driving

When driving2
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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle............ 172
Engine (ignition) switch .... 181
Automatic transmission .... 184
Turn signal lever .............. 189
Parking brake ................... 190
Horn ................................. 191
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ......... 192
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 198
Multi-information display............................ 203
Accessory meter .............. 209
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ............... 212
Fog light switch ................ 216
Windshield wipers and washer ........................... 217
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ................... 220
Intuitive parking assist...... 223
Rear view monitor system ........................... 229
Four-wheel drive system ........................... 236
AUTO LSD system........... 240
Driving assist systems ..... 243 2-5. Driving information
Off-road precautions ........ 251
Cargo and luggage .......... 256
Vehicle load limits ............ 259
Winter driving tips ............ 261
Trailer towing ................... 265
Dinghy towing .................. 288

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
CAUTION
■
When driving the vehicle
●Do not under any circumstances shift the shift lever to P, R or N while the
vehicle is moving.
Doing so can cause significant damage to the transmission system and
may result in a loss of vehicle control.
● Do not shift the shift lever to N while the vehicle is moving.
Doing so may cause the engine brake to not operate properly and lead to
an accident.
● Do not turn the engine off while driving.
The power steering and brake booster systems will not operate properly if
the engine is not running.
● Use engine braking (downshift) to maintain a safe speed when driving
down a steep hill.
Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose
effectiveness. ( P. 184)
● When stopped on an inclined surface, use the brake pedal and parking
brake to prevent the vehicle from rolling backward or forward and causing
an accident.
● Do not adjust the position of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or
outside rear view mirrors while driving.
Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control that can cause accidents
that may result in death or serious injury.
● Always check that all passengers’ arms, heads or other parts of their bod-
ies are not outside the vehicle, as this may result in death or serious injury.
● Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the legal speed limit per-
mits it, do not drive over 85 mph (140 km/h) unless your vehicle has high-
speed capability tires. Driving over 85 mph (140 km/h) may result in tire
failure, loss of control and possible injury. Be sure to consult a tire dealer
to determine whether the tires on your vehicle are high-speed capability
tires or not before driving at such speeds.

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
CAUTION
■
When the vehicle is parked
●Do not leave glasses, cigarette lighters, spray cans, or soft drink cans in
the vehicle when it is in the sun.
Doing so may result in the following.
• Gas may leak from a cigarette lighter or spray can, and may lead to a
fire.
• The temperature inside the vehicle may cause the plastic lenses and plastic material of eye glasses to deform or crack.
• Soft drink cans may fracture, causing the contents to spray over the interior of the vehicle, and may also cause a short circuit in the vehi-
cle’s electrical components.
● Always apply the parking brake, shift the shift lever to P, stop the engine
and lock the vehicle.
Do not leave the vehicle unattended while the engine is running.
● If the shift lever is moved before the 4LO indicator turns on/off, the transfer
mode may not be shifted completely. The transfer mode disengages both
the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and allows the vehicle to
move regardless of the shift position. (At this time, the indicator blinks and
the buzzer sounds.)
Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in
P. You or someone else could be seriously injured. You must complete the
shifting of the transfer mode. ( P. 238)
● Do not touch the exhaust pipe while the engine is running or immediately
after turning the engine off.
Doing so may cause burns.
● Do not leave the engine running in an area with snow build-up, or where it
is snowing. If snowbanks build up around the vehicle while the engine is
running, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead
to death or a serious health hazard.

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2-1. Driving procedures
Automatic transmission
Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions.
■Shifting the shift lever
Floor shift type
While the engine switch is on, depress the brake pedal and
move the shift lever.
Column-shift type
While the engine switch is on, depress the brake pedal and
move the shift lever.

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■Gear range display when driving in S mode
The current gear range is displayed on the combination meter. ( P. 185)
■ When driving with the cruise control system (if equipped)
The engine brake will not operate in the S mode, even when downshifting to
5 or 4 (6-speed models) or 4 or 3 (5-speed models). ( P. 220)
■ If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
P. 630
■ If the S indicator does not come on even after shifting the shift lever to
S
This may indicate a malfunction in the automatic transmission system. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer, immediately.
(In this situation, the vehicle will operate as if the shift lever is in D.)
■ AI-SHIFT
The AI-SHIFT automatically shifts the gear to the optimal position according
to the driver performance and driving conditions.
The AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in the D posi-
tion. (Shifting the shift lever to the S position cancels the function.)
■ Downshifting restrictions wa rning buzzer (in the S mode)
To help ensure safety and driving performance, downshifting operation may
sometimes be restricted. In some circumstances, downshifting may not be
possible even when the shift lever is operated. (The warning buzzer will
sound twice.)

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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
Multi-informat
ion display
P. 203
Automatic transmission fluid temperature gauge
Displays the automatic transmission fluid temperature.

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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
Fuel gauge
Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank.
Voltmeter (if equipped)
Displays the charge state.
Engine oil pressure gauge (if equipped)
Displays the engine oil pressure.
Engine coolant temperature gauge
Displays the engine coolant temperature.
Odometer/trip meter switching and trip meter resetting button
Switches between odometer and trip meter displays. Pushing and hold-
ing the button will reset the trip meter when the trip meter is being dis-
played.
Odometer/trip meter
Odometer:
Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven.
Trip meter:
Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the meter was
last reset. Trip meters A and B can be used to record and display differ-
ent distances independently.
Automatic transmission fluid temperature gauge (if equipped)
Displays the automatic transmission fluid temperature.

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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
Instrument panel light control
The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.
Brighter
Darker
Vehicles with multi-information
display
With the dial turned fully up, the
intensity of the instrument panel
lights will not be reduced even
when the tail lights/headlights are
turned on.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the engine and its components
●Do not let the indicator needle of the tachometer enter the red zone, which
indicates the maximum engine speed.
● The engine may be overheating if the engine coolant temperature gauge is
in the red zone (H). In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely. ( P. 637)
■ While driving
●When the voltmeter indicates more than 19 V or less than 9 V, the battery
may be malfunctioning. Have your vehicle checked at your Toyota dealer.
● When the engine oil pressure gauge does not work properly, immediately
stop the engine and contact your Toyota dealer.
● When the automatic transmission fluid temperature gauge needle continu-
ally points higher than normal, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. (if
equipped)

238 2-4. Using other driving systems
■If the 4LO indicator light blinks
●If the 4LO indicator continues to blink when shifting between 4H and 4L,
stop the vehicle completely, move the shift lever to N and operate the
switch again.
● If the shift lever is moved before the 4LO indicator turns on/off, the trans-
fer mode may not be shifted completely. The transfer mode disengages
both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and allows the
vehicle to move regardless of the shift position. (At this time, the indicator
blinks and the buzzer sounds.)
Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in
P. You or someone else could be seriously injured. You must complete the
shifting of the transfer mode.
To complete the shifting, stop the vehicle completely, return the shift lever
to N, and confirm that the shift was completed (The indicator turns on/off).
● If the engine coolant temperature is too low, the transfer mode may not
be able to be shifted. When the engine is warmer, operate the switch
again.
If the 4LO indicator light continues to blink even after attempting the above,
there may be a malfunction in the engine, the brake system or the four-
wheel drive system. In this case, you may not be able to shift between 4H
and 4L. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
■ Shifting to 4L
VSC is automatically turned off.
■ Four-wheel drive usage frequency
You should drive in four-wheel drive for at least 10 miles (16 km) each
month.
This will assure that the front drive components are lubricated.