Toyota Tacoma (2023 year). Manual in english - page 28

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Remove the light bulb.

Reinstall the fender liner and install the clip and screw.

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Front  turn  signal lights  (bulb  type)/parking  lights  (bulb  type)/
daytime running lights (bulb type)

Turn  the  bulb  base  counter-
clockwise.

Remove the light bulb.

When installing, reverse the steps listed.

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4

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Front fog lights (bulb type) (if equipped)

To  allow  enough  working
space,  turn  the  steering
wheel to the opposite side of
the  bulb  to  be  replaced.
Remove  the  fender  liner  clip
and screw.

Turn  the  steering  wheel  to  the
left when replacing the right side
light  bulb,  and  turn  the  steering
wheel  to  the  right  when  replac-
ing the left side light bulb.

Open  the  fender  liner  and
unplug  the  connector  while
depressing the lock release.

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2

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Turn  the  bulb  counterclock-
wise.

Set the new light bulb.

Align the 3 tabs on the light bulb
with the mounting, and insert. 
Turn it clockwise to set.

Install the connector.

Shake  the  bulb  base  gently  to
check  that  it  is  not  loose,  turn
the fog lights, on once and visu-
ally confirm that no light is leak-
ing through the mounting.

Reinstall the fender liner and install the clip and screw.

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Tail/rear turn signal/rear side marker lights, stop/tail/rear side
marker lights and back-up lights

Remove  the  bolts  and  rear
combination assembly.

Turn the bulb bases counter-
clockwise.

Tail/rear  turn  signal/rear
side marker lights
Stop/tail/rear  side  marker
lights
Back-up lights

Remove the light bulb.

Tail/rear  turn  signal/rear
side marker lights
Stop/tail/rear  side  marker
lights
Back-up lights

When installing, reverse the steps listed.

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2

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2

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2

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License plate lights

Turn  the  bulb  base  counter-
clockwise.

Remove the light bulb.

When installing, reverse the steps listed.

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2

3

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High mounted stoplight (vehicles without a cargo lamp)

Remove  the  screws  and
cover.

Remove the light bulb.

When reinstalling the outer lens,
confirm that the packing is prop-
erly seated in the groove on the
housing.

When installing, reverse the steps listed.

1

Packing

2

3

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Replacing the following bulbs

If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have it replaced by
your Toyota dealer.

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Headlights low beam (LED type)

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Headlights high beam (LED type)

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Front turn signal lights (LED type)

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Front side marker lights (LED type)

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Fog lights (LED type)

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Parking lights (LED type)

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Daytime running lights (LED type)

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High mounted stoplight (vehicles with cargo lamp)

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Side turn signal lights (if equipped)

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LED Lights

The  side  turn  signal  lights  (if  equipped),  parking  lights  (LED  type),  daytime
running  light  (LED  type)  and,  high  mounted  stoplight  (vehicles  with  cargo
lamp) consist of a number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs burn out, take your
vehicle to your Toyota dealer to have the light replaced.

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Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens

Toyota lamps are vented to all surrounding environmental conditions and may
experience temporary condensation build-up that is visible from outside of the
lamp. Condensation and fogging does not indicate a malfunction of the lamp
assembly. It is normal for condensation to improve and disappear after time
and normal driving use. Visible pools of water or large droplets are a sign of a
lamp in which the seal has malfunctioned. If this is the case or condensation
and fogging remain after long periods of time, contact your Toyota dealer for
more information.

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WARNING

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Replacing light bulbs

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Turn  off  the  lights.  Do  not  attempt  to  replace  the  bulb  immediately  after
turning off the lights. 
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.

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Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. When it is
unavoidable to hold the glass portion, use and hold with a clean dry cloth
to avoid getting moisture and oils on the bulb.
Also, if the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.

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Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failure to do so
may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This
may damage the lights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.

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Do not attempt to repair or disassemble the bulb, bulb base, electrical wir-
ing, or subcomponents. 
Doing so could result in electric shock and serious injury.

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To prevent damage or fire

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Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked. 

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Check the wattage of the bulb before installing to prevent heat damage.

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When trouble arises

7-1. Essential information

Emergency flashers .......... 472
If your vehicle has to 

be stopped in 
an emergency ................. 473

If the vehicle is 

submerged or water on 
the road is rising.............. 475

7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If your vehicle needs to 

be towed ......................... 476

If you think 

something is wrong......... 480

Fuel pump shut off 

system ............................ 481

If a warning light turns on 

or a warning buzzer 

sounds ............................ 482

If a warning message is 

displayed......................... 489

If you have a flat tire.......... 511
If the engine will not 

start................................. 526

If the electronic key 

does not operate properly 

(vehicles with a smart key 

system) ........................... 528

If the vehicle battery is 

discharged ...................... 530

If your vehicle overheats ... 534
If the vehicle becomes 

stuck ............................... 536

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Emergency flashers

Press the switch.

All the turn signal lights will flash.
To  turn  them  off,  press  the  switch
once again.

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Emergency flashers

If  the  emergency  flashers  are  used  for  a  long  time  while  the  engine  is  not
operating, the battery may discharge.

The emergency flashers are used to warn other drivers when the
vehicle has to be stopped in the road due to a breakdown, etc.

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7-1. Essential information

If your vehicle has to be stopped in an 

emergency

Steadily step on the brake pedal with both feet and firmly depress it.

Do  not  pump  the  brake  pedal  repeatedly  as  this  will  increase  the  effort
required to slow the vehicle.

Shift the shift lever to N.

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If the shift lever is shifted to N
After slowing down, stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
Stop the engine.

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If the shift lever cannot be shifted to N
Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce vehicle
speed as much as possible.
Vehicles  without  a  smart  key
system:  Stop  the  engine  by
turning the engine switch to the
“ACC” position.

Vehicles  with  a  smart  key  sys-
tem: To  stop  the  engine,  press
and  hold  the  engine  switch  for
2 consecutive seconds or more,
or  press  it  briefly  3  times  or
more in succession.

Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.

Only in an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop
the vehicle in the normal way, stop the vehicle using the follow-
ing procedure:

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2

3

4

3

4

Press and hold for 2 seconds or more 
or press briefly 3 times or more

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WARNING

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If the engine has to be turned off while driving

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Power  assist  for  the  brakes  and  steering  wheel  will  be  lost,  making  the
brake  pedal  harder  to  depress  and  the  steering  wheel  heavier  to  turn.
Decelerate as much as possible before turning off the engine.

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Vehicles without a smart key system: 
Never attempt to remove the key, as doing so will lock the steering wheel.

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If the vehicle is submerged or water on the 

road is rising

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If the door can be opened, open the door and exit the vehicle.

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If the door can not be opened, open the window using the power
window switch and ensure an escape route.

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If the window can be opened, exit the vehicle through the window.

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If the door and window cannot be opened due to the rising water,
remain calm, wait until the water level inside the vehicle rises to the
point that the water pressure inside of the vehicle equals the water
pressure outside of the vehicle and then open the door after waiting
for the rising water to enter the vehicle, and exit the vehicle. When
the outside water level exceeds half the height of the door, the door
cannot be opened from the inside due to water pressure.

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Water level exceeds the floor

When the water level exceeds the floor and time has passed, the electrical
equipment will get damaged, the power windows will not operate, the engine
stop, and the vehicle may not be able to get moving.

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Using an emergency escape hammer

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Laminated glass is used in the windshield on this vehicle. 
Laminated glass cannot be shattered with an emergency hammer

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. 

Tempered glass is used in the windows on this vehicle.

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: Contact your Toyota dealer or aftermarket accessory manufacturer for fur-

ther information about an emergency hammer.

This vehicle is not designed to be able to drive on roads that are
deeply  flooded  with  water.  Do  not  drive  on  roads  where  the
roads may be submerged or the water may be rising. It is dan-
gerous to remain in the vehicle, if it anticipated that the vehicle
will be flooded or set a drift. Remain calm and follow the follow-
ing.

WARNING

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Caution while driving

Do not drive on roads where the roads may be submerged or the water may
be rising. Otherwise the vehicle may be damaged and cannot move, as well
as become flooded and set a drift, which may lead to death.

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If your vehicle needs to be towed

If  towing  is  necessary,  we  recommend  having  your  vehicle
towed  by  your  Toyota  dealer  or  commercial  towing  service,
using a wheel-lift type truck or flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/
provincial and local laws.
If towing your vehicle with a wheel-lift type truck from the front,
the vehicle's rear wheels and axles must be in good conditions.
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If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flatbed truck.

WARNING

Observe the following precautions. 
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

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When towing the vehicle

2WD  models:  Be  sure  to  transport  the
vehicle with all four wheels raised off the
ground.  If  the  vehicle  is  towed  with  the
tires contacting the ground, the drivetrain
and related parts may be damaged or an
accident  may  occur  due  to  a  change  in
direction of the vehicle.
4WD  models:  Be  sure  to  transport  the
vehicle with all four wheels raised off the
ground.  If  the  vehicle  is  towed  with  the
tires contacting the ground, the drivetrain
or  related  parts  may  be  damaged,  the
vehicle may fly off the truck.

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The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer or commercial towing service before towing.

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The engine is running but the vehicle does not move.

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The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.

WARNING

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While towing

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When  towing  using  cables  or  chains,  avoid  sudden  starts,  etc.,  which
place excessive stress on the towing eyelets, cables or chains. The towing
eyelets,  cables  or  chains  may  become  damaged,  broken  debris  may  hit
people, and cause serious damage.

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Do not turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position (vehicles without a
smart key system) or off (vehicles with a smart key system).
There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and cannot be oper-
ated.

NOTICE

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To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type
truck

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Vehicles without a smart key system: 
Do  not  tow  the  vehicle  from  the  rear  when  the  engine  switch  is  in  the
“LOCK” position or the key is removed.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels
straight.

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Vehicles with a smart key system: 
Do not tow the vehicle from the rear when the engine switch is off. 
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels
straight.

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When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at
the  opposite  end  of  the  raised  vehicle.  Without  adequate  clearance,  the
vehicle could be damaged while being towed.

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To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing with a sling-type truck

Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.

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To prevent damage to the vehicle during emergency towing

Do not secure cables or chains to the suspension components.

Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing

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From the front

Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheels.

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From the rear

Use a towing dolly under the front
wheels.

When using a flat-bed truck to transport the vehicle, use tire strapping
belts.  Refer  to  the  owner’s  manual  of  the  flat-bed  truck  for  the  tire
strapping method.
In order to suppress vehicle movement during transportation, set the
parking brake and turn the engine switch to OFF.

Towing with a wheel-lift type truck

NOTICE

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Towing with a sling-type truck

Using a flatbed truck

Do not tow with a sling-type truck to pre-
vent body damage.