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Toyota Tacoma (2018 year). Instruction - part 20

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■ Automatic system cancelation of hill-start assist control

The hill-start assist control will turn off in any of the following situations:

● The shift lever is moved to P or N.

● The accelerator pedal is depressed.

● The parking brake is engaged.

● Approximately 2 seconds elapse after the brake pedal is released.

WARNING

■ The ABS does not operate effectively when

● The limits of tire gripping performance have been exceeded (such as

excessively worn tires on a snow covered road).

● The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on wet or slick roads.

■Stopping distance when the ABS or Multi Terrain ABS is operating may

exceed that of normal conditions

The ABS and Multi Terrain ABS are not designed to shorten the vehicle’s

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stopping distance. Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front

of you, especially in the following situations:

● When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads

●When driving with tire chains

●When driving over bumps in the road

● When driving over roads with potholes or uneven surfaces

■ TRAC may not operate effectively when

Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip-

pery road surfaces, even if the TRAC system is operating.

Drive the vehicle carefully in conditions where stability and power may be

lost.

■ Hill-start assist control does not operate effectively when

● Do not overly rely on hill-start assist control. Hill-start assist control may

not operate effectively on steep inclines and roads covered with ice.

● Unlike the parking brake, hill-start assist control is not intended to hold the

vehicle stationary for an extended period of time. Do not attempt to use

hill-start assist control to hold the vehicle on an incline, as doing so may

lead to an accident.

■When the VSC and Trailer Sway Control are activated

The slip indicator light flashes. Always drive carefully. Reckless driving may

cause an accident. Exercise particular care when the indicator light flashes.

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WARNING

■ When the TRAC/VSC/Trailer Sway Control systems are turned off

Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road condi-

tions. As these are the systems to help ensure vehicle stability and driving

force, do not turn the TRAC/VSC/Trailer Sway Control systems off unless

necessary.

■ Replacing tires

Make sure that all tires are of the specified size, brand, tread pattern and

total load capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the

recommended tire inflation pressure level.

The ABS, Multi Terrain ABS, TRAC, VSC and Trailer Sway Control systems

will not function correctly if different tires are installed on the vehicle.

Contact your Toyota dealer for further information when replacing tires or

wheels.

■ Handling of tires and the suspension

Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect

the driving assist systems, and may cause a system to malfunction.

■ Trailer Sway Control precaution

The Trailer Sway Control system is not able to reduce trailer sway in all situ-

ations. Depending on many factors such as the conditions of the vehicle,

trailer, road surface, and driving environment, the Trailer Sway Control sys-

tem may not be effective. Refer to your trailer owner’s manual for informa-

tion on how to tow your trailer properly.

■ If trailer sway occurs

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury.

● Firmly grip the steering wheel. Steer straight ahead.

Do not try to control trailer swaying by turning the steering wheel.

● Begin releasing the accelerator pedal immediately but very gradually to

reduce speed.

Do not increase speed. Do not apply vehicle brakes.

If you make no extreme correction with the steering or brakes, your vehicle

and trailer should stabilize. (P. 189)

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Winter driving tips

Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before

driving the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a man-

ner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions.

Preparation for winter

● Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera-

tures.

• Engine oil

• Engine coolant

• Washer fluid

● Have a service technician inspect the condition of the battery.

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● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of tire

chains for the rear tires.

Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains match

the size of the tires.

Before driving the vehicle

Perform the following according to the driving conditions:

● Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is frozen.

Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe away

the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.

● To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,

remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in

front of the windshield.

● Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accu-

mulated on the exterior lights, vehicle’s roof, chassis, around the

tires or on the brakes.

● Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes before

getting in the vehicle.

When driving the vehicle

Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a safe distance between you and

the vehicle ahead, and drive at a reduced speed suitable to road con-

ditions.

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When parking the vehicle

● Park the vehicle and move the shift lever to P (automatic transmis-

sion) or 1 or R (manual transmission) without setting the parking

brake. The parking brake may freeze up, preventing it from being

released. If the vehicle is parked without setting the parking brake,

make sure to block the wheels.

Failure to do so may be dangerous because it may cause the vehi-

cle to move unexpectedly, possibly leading to an accident.

● On vehicles with an automatic transmission, if the vehicle is parked

without setting the parking brake, confirm that the shift lever cannot

be moved out of P.

The shift lever will be locked if it is attempted to be shifted from P to

any other position without depressing the brake pedal. If the shift

lever can be shifted from P, there may be a problem with the shift

lock system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer

immediately.

Selecting tire chains

Use the correct tire chain size when mounting the tire chains.

Chain size is regulated for each tire size.

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Side chain

(0.2 in. [5 mm] in diameter)

2

Cross chain

(0.25 in. [6.3 mm] in diameter)

Regulations on the use of tire chains

Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary depending on loca-

tion and type of road. Always check local regulations before installing

chains.

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■ Tire chain installation

Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains:

● Install and remove tire chains in a safe location.

● Install tire chains on the rear tires. Do not install tire chains on the front tires.

● Install tire chains on rear tires as tightly as possible. Retighten chains after

driving 1/4  1/2 mile (0.5  1.0 km).

● Install tire chains following the instructions provided with the tire chains.

WARNING

■Driving with snow tires

Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.

Failure to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or

serious injury.

● Use tires of the specified size.

● Maintain the recommended level of air pressure.

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● Do not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 km/h), regardless of the type of

snow tires being used.

● Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels.

● 4WD models: Do not mix tires of different makes, models, tread patterns

or treadwear.

■Driving with tire chains

Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.

Failure to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely,

and may cause death or serious injury.

● Do not drive in excess of the speed limit specified for the tire chains being

used, or 30 mph (50 km/h), whichever is lower.

● Avoid driving on bumpy road surfaces or over potholes.

● Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shifting

operations that cause sudden engine braking.

● Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to ensure that vehicle con-

trol is maintained.

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NOTICE

■Repairing or replacing snow tires

Request repairs or replacement of snow tires from Toyota dealers or legiti-

mate tire retailers.

This is because the removal and attachment of snow tires affects the opera-

tion of the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.

■Fitting tire chains

The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not function correctly

when tire chains are fitted.

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Off-road precautions

This vehicle belongs to the utility vehicle class, which has

higher ground clearance and narrower tread in relation to the

height of its center of gravity to make it capable of performing in

a wide variety of off-road applications.

Off-road vehicle features

● Specific design characteristics give it a higher center of gravity than

ordinary passenger cars. This vehicle design feature causes this

type of vehicle to be more likely to rollover. And, utility vehicles

have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles.

● An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better view of the

road allowing you to anticipate problems.

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● It is not designed for cornering at the same speeds as ordinary pas-

senger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to

perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions. Therefore, sharp

turns at excessive speeds may cause the vehicle to rollover.

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WARNING

■Off-road vehicle precautions

Always observe the following precautions to minimize the risk of death, seri-

ous injury or damage to your vehicle:

● In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die

than a person wearing a seat belt. Therefore, the driver and all passengers

should always fasten their seat belts.

● Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers, if at all possible.

Failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or

vehicle rollover causing death or serious injury.

● Avoid loading any items on the roof that will raise the vehicle’s center of

gravity.

● Always slow down in gusty crosswinds. Because of its profile and higher

center of gravity, your vehicle is more sensitive to side winds than an ordi-

nary passenger car. Slowing down will allow you to have better control.

● When driving off-road or in rugged terrain, do not drive at excessive

speeds, jump, make sharp turns, strike objects, etc. This may cause loss

of control or vehicle rollover causing death or serious injury. You are also

risking expensive damage to your vehicle’s suspension and chassis.

● Do not drive horizontally across steep slopes. Driving straight up or

straight down is preferred. Your vehicle (or any similar off-road vehicle)

can tip over sideways much more easily than forward or backward.

Off-road driving

When driving your vehicle off-road, please observe the following pre-

cautions to ensure your driving enjoyment and to help prevent the clo-

sure of areas to off-road vehicles.

● Drive your vehicle only in areas where off-road vehicles are permit-

ted to travel.

● Respect private property. Get owner’s permission before entering

private property.

● Do not enter areas that are closed. Honor gates, barriers and signs

that restrict travel.

● Stay on established roads. When conditions are wet, driving tech-

niques should be changed or travel delayed to prevent damage to

roads.

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■ Additional information for off-road driving

 For owners in U.S. mainland, Hawaii and Puerto Rico:

To obtain additional information pertaining to driving your vehicle off-road,

consult the following organizations.

● State and Local Parks and Recreation Departments

● State Motor Vehicle Bureau

● Recreational Vehicle Clubs

● U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management

WARNING

■Off-road driving precautions

Always observe the following precautions to minimize the risk of death, seri-

ous injury or damage to your vehicle:

● Drive carefully when off the road. Do not take unnecessary risks by driving

in dangerous places.

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● Do not grip the steering wheel spokes when driving off-road. A bad bump

could jerk the wheel and injure your hands. Keep both hands and espe-

cially your thumbs on the outside of the rim.

● Always check your brakes for effectiveness immediately after driving in

sand, mud, water or snow.

● After driving through tall grass, mud, rock, sand, rivers, etc., check that

there is no grass, bush, paper, rags, stone, sand, etc., adhering or trapped

on the underbody. Clear off any such matter from the underbody. If the

vehicle is used with these materials trapped or adhering to the underbody,

a breakdown or fire could occur.

● When driving off-road or in rugged terrain, do not drive at excessive

speeds, jump, make sharp turns, strike objects, etc. This may cause loss

of control or vehicle rollover causing death or serious injury. You are also

risking expensive damage to your vehicle’s suspension and chassis.

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NOTICE

■ To prevent the water damage

Take all necessary safety measures to ensure that water damage to the

engine or other components does not occur.

● Water entering the engine air intake will cause severe engine damage.

● Water entering the automatic transmission will cause deterioration in shift

quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration, and ulti-

mately damage.

● Water can wash the grease from wheel bearings, causing rusting and pre-

mature failure, and may also enter the differentials, transmission and

transfer case, reducing the gear oil’s lubricating qualities.

■ When you drive through water

If driving through water, such as when crossing shallow streams, first check

the depth of the water and the bottom of the river bed for firmness. Drive

slowly and avoid deep water.

■ Inspection after off-road driving

● Sand and mud that has accumulated in brake drums and around brake

discs may affect braking efficiency and may damage brake system compo-

nents.

● Always perform a maintenance inspection after each day of off-road driv-

ing that has taken you through rough terrain, sand, mud, or water. For

scheduled maintenance information, refer to the “Scheduled Maintenance

Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.

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5-1. Basic Operations

Audio system types

 Entune Audio

P. 338

 Entune Audio Plus

Refer to the

“NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM

OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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 Entune Premium Audio

Refer to the

“NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM

OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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5-1. Basic Operations

Audio system

Operations such as listening to audio, using the hands-free

phone and changing multimedia system settings are started by

using the following buttons.

Audio system operation buttons

1

button

Press this button to access the Bluetooth® hands-free system.

(P. 386)

2

“SETUP” button

Press this button to customize the function settings. (P. 345)

3

“AUDIO” button

Display the “Select Audio Source” screen or audio top screen.

(P. 351)

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Operating the touch screen

By touching the screen with your finger, you can control the multime-

dia system, etc.

■ Drag*

Touch the screen with your finger, and move the screen to the

desired position.

● Scrolling the lists

■ Flick*

Touch the screen with your finger and then quickly move the screen

by flicking your finger.

● Scrolling the main screen page

*: The above operations may not be performed on all screens.

■ When using the touch screen

● If the screen is cold, the display may be dark, or the system may seem to be

operating slightly slower than normal.

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● The screen may seem dark and hard to see when viewed through sun-

glasses. Change your angle of viewing, adjust the display on the “Display

Settings” screen (P. 349) or remove your sunglasses.

● Flick operations may not be performed smoothly in high altitudes.

NOTICE

■ To avoid damaging the touch screen

● To prevent damaging the screen, lightly touch the screen buttons with your

finger.

● Do not use objects other than your finger to touch the screen.

● Wipe off fingerprints using a glass cleaning cloth. Do not use chemical

cleaners to clean the screen, as they may damage the touch screen.

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