Toyota Tacoma (2023 year). Manual in english - page 32

One of the following may be the cause of the problem:

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One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.

●

The battery may be discharged. (

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P. 530)

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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, or 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 functioning
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 started using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.

The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.

Emergency start function (vehicles with a smart key system)

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If the electronic key does not operate

properly (vehicles with a smart key system)

Use the mechanical key (

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P. 114)

in order to perform the following
operations:

Locks all the doors
Unlocks all the doors

Turning  the  key  rearward  unlocks
the  driver’s  door.  Turning  the  key
once  again  unlocks  the  other
doors.

Ensure that the shift lever is in P and depress the brake pedal.
Touch the Toyota emblem side
of the electronic key to the
engine switch.

If  any  of  the  doors  is  opened  or
closed  while  the  key  is  being
touched to the switch, an alarm will
sound  to  indicate  that  the  start
function cannot detect the key.

Press the engine switch.

In the event that the engine still cannot be started, contact your Toyota
dealer.

If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is
interrupted (

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P. 134) or the electronic key cannot be used

because the battery is depleted, the smart key system and wire-
less remote control cannot be used. In such cases, the doors
can be opened and the engine can be started by following the
procedure below.

Locking and unlocking the doors

1
2

Starting the engine

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Stopping the engine

Shift the shift lever to P and press the engine switch as you normally do when
stopping the engine.

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Replacing the key battery

As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the
electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted.
(

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P. 451)

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Changing engine switch modes

Within 10 seconds of the buzzer sounding, release the brake pedal and press
the engine switch.
The engine does not start and modes will be changed each time the switch is
pressed. (

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P. 206)

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If the vehicle battery is discharged

If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehicle
with a 12-volt battery, you can jump start your vehicle by following the
steps below.

Confirm that the key is being
carried.

When connecting the jumper (or
booster) cables, depending on the
situation, the alarm may activate
and the doors may lock. (

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P. 90)

Open the hood. (

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P. 417)

Connect the jumper cables according to the following procedure:



2TR-FE engine

The following procedures may be used to start the engine if the
vehicle’s battery is discharged.
You can also call your Toyota dealer or a qualified repair shop.

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

2GR-FKS engine

Connect a positive jumper cable clamp to the positive (+) battery
terminal on your vehicle.
Connect the clamp on the other end of the positive cable to the
positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle.
Connect a negative cable clamp to the negative (-) battery termi-
nal on the second vehicle.
Connect the clamp at the other end of the negative cable to a
solid, stationary, unpainted metallic point away from the battery
and any moving parts, as shown in the illustration.

Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine speed
slightly  and  maintain  at  that  level  for  approximately  5  minutes  to
recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Vehicles with a smart key system only: Open and close any of the
doors of your vehicle with the engine switch off.
Maintain  the  engine  speed  of  the  second  vehicle  and  start  the
engine  of  your  vehicle  by  turning  the  engine  switch  to  the  “ON”
position  (vehicles  without  a  smart  key  system)  or  IGNITION  ON
mode (vehicles with a smart key system).
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in
the exact reverse order from which they were connected.

Once the engine starts, have the vehicle inspected at your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible.

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Starting the engine when the battery is discharged (vehicles with an
automatic transmission)

The engine cannot be started by push-starting.

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To prevent battery discharge

●

Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is off.

●

Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running
at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.

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Charging the battery

The electricity stored in the battery will discharge gradually even when the
vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of cer-
tain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the battery may
discharge, and the engine may be unable to start. (The battery recharges
automatically during driving.)

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When recharging or replacing the battery

●

Vehicles with a smart key system: In some cases, it may not be possible to
unlock the doors using the smart key system when the battery is dis-
charged. Use the wireless remote control or the mechanical key to lock or
unlock the doors.

●

The engine may not start on the first attempt after the battery has recharged
but will start normally after the second attempt. This is not a malfunction.

●

Vehicles with a smart key system: The engine switch mode is memorized by
the vehicle. When the battery is reconnected, the system will return to the
mode it was in before the battery was discharged. Before disconnecting the
battery, turn the engine switch off.
If you are unsure what mode the engine switch was in before the battery dis-
charged, be especially careful when reconnecting the battery.

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WARNING

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Avoiding battery fires or explosions

Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the battery:

●

Make sure each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that
it is not unintentionally in contact with any other than the intended terminal.

●

Do not allow the other end of the jumper cable connected to the “+” termi-
nal to come into contact with any other parts or metal surfaces in the area,
such as brackets or unpainted metal.

●

Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jumper cables to come into contact
with each other.

●

Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near
the battery.

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Battery precautions

The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while
related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following pre-
cautions when handling the battery:

●

When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care
not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing
or the vehicle body.

●

Do not lean over the battery.

●

In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention
can be received.

●

Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and
other battery-related parts.

●

Do not allow children near the battery.

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To prevent damage to the vehicle

Do not pull- or push-start the vehicle as the three-way catalytic converter
may overheat and become a fire hazard.

NOTICE

■

When handling jumper cables

When connecting the jumper cables, ensure that they do not become entan-
gled in the cooling fan or belt.

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If your vehicle overheats

●

The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge (

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P. 98)

enters the red zone or a loss of engine power is experienced. (For
example, the vehicle speed does not increase.)

●

“High Engine Coolant Temperature” is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display. (if equipped)

●

Steam comes out from under the hood.

Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning sys-
tem, and then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled
down sufficiently, inspect the
hoses and radiator core (radia-
tor) for any leaks.

Radiator
Cooling fan

If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact your Toyota
dealer.

The coolant level is satisfactory
if it is between the “FULL” and
“LOW” lines on the reservoir.

Reservoir
“FULL”
“LOW”
Radiator cap

The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating:

Correction procedures

1
2

1
2
3
4

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Add coolant if necessary.

Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.

Start the engine to check that the radiator cooling fan operates and
to check for coolant leaks from the radiator or hoses.
If the fan is not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and contact your Toyota dealer.
If the fan is operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Toyota dealer.

WARNING

■

When inspecting under the hood of your vehicle

Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury such as burns.

●

If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot.

●

Keep hands and clothing away from the fans, etc., while the engine is run-
ning.

●

Do not loosen the radiator cap and the coolant reservoir cap while the
engine and radiator are hot.
High temperature steam or coolant could spray out.

NOTICE

■

When adding engine coolant

Add coolant slowly after the engine has cooled down sufficiently. Adding
cool coolant to a hot engine too quickly can cause damage to the engine.

■

To prevent damage to the cooling system

Observe the following precautions:

●

Avoid contaminating the coolant with foreign matter (such as sand or dust,
etc.).

●

Do not use any coolant additives.

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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, while
exercising caution, depress the accelerator pedal.

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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.
(

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P. 324, 325)

Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:

WARNING

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When attempting to free 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, objects or people.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.

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When shifting the shift lever (vehicles with an automatic transmission)

Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

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NOTICE

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To avoid damage to the transmission and other components

●

Avoid spinning the rear wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more
than necessary.

●

If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed,
the vehicle may require towing to be freed.

●

When a warning message for the automatic transmission fluid temperature
is displayed while attempting to free a stuck vehicle, immediately remove
your foot from the accelerator pedal and wait until the warning message
disappears. Otherwise, the transmission may become damaged.
(



P. 490)

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Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)

: Unladen vehicle

: P265/60R18 tires

: Vehicles with a over fender

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TWR (Trailer Weight Rating)

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P. 187

Dimensions

Cab type

Access Cab

Overall length

212.3 in. (5392.3 mm)

Overall width

74.4 in. (1890.5 mm)

Overall height

70.6 in. (1792.2 mm)

Wheelbase

127.8 in. (3247 mm)

Front tread

63.0 in. (1599 mm)
63.3 in. (1609 mm)

Rear tread

63.2 in. (1606 mm)
63.6 in. (1616 mm)

Cab type

Double Cab

With short deck

With long deck

Overall length

212.3 in. (5392.3 mm) 225.5 in. (5727.3 mm)

Overall width

74.4 in. (1890.5 mm)
75.2 in. (1910.3 mm)

Overall height

70.6 in. (1792.2 mm)

Wheelbase

127.8 in. (3247 mm)

141.0 in. (3582 mm)

Front tread

63.0 in. (1599 mm)
63.3 in. (1609 mm)

Rear tread

63.2 in. (1606 mm)
63.6 in. (1616 mm)

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hicle

spe
cifi

cations



Access Cab models



Double Cab models



Access Cab models

: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. (



P. 543)

: Installing accessories in addition to those installed at the factory

increases vehicle weight, thereby reducing vehicle capacity weight.
Contact your Toyota dealer about the weight of accessory parts.

Seating capacity

Seating capacity

Vehicles without

rear seats

Vehicles with rear seats

4 (Front 2, Rear 2)

Seating capacity

5 (Front 2, Rear 3)

Vehicle capacity weight

Model code

Engine

Driving

system

Deck

type

Vehicle capac-

ity weight

(Occupants +

luggage)

TRN265L-CRTSKA

2TR-FE

engine

2WD

Long

deck

1500 lb.

(680 kg)

TRN245L-CRTSKA

4WD

1300 lb.

(590 kg)

GRN325L-CRTSHA

2GR-FKS

engine

2WD

1400 lb.

(635 kg)

GRN305L-CRFSHA

4WD

1100 lb.

(500 kg)

GRN305L-CRTSHA

1150 lb.

(520 kg)

542



Double Cab models

: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. (



P. 543)

: Installing accessories in addition to those installed at the factory

increases vehicle weight, thereby reducing vehicle capacity weight.

Contact your Toyota dealer about the weight of accessory parts.

Model code

Engine

Driving

system

Deck

type

Vehicle capac-

ity weight

(Occupants +

luggage)

TRN265L-PRTSKA

2TR-FE

engine

2WD

Short

deck

1400 lb.

(635 kg)

GRN325L-PRTSHA

2GR-FKS

engine

1200 lb.

(545 kg)

GRN325L-PRTLHA

1250 lb.

(565 kg)

GRN330L-PRTSHA

Long

deck

1195 lb.

(540 kg)

GRN330L-PRTLHA

1200 lb.

(545 kg)

GRN305L-PRFSHA

4WD

Short

deck

945 lb.

(430 kg)

GRN305L-PRTSHA

990 lb.

(450 kg)

GRN305L-PRTLHA

990lb.

(450 kg)

GRN310L-PRTSHA

Long

deck

940 lb.

(425 kg)

GRN310L-PRTLHA

945 lb.

(430 kg)

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hicle

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Vehicle identification number

The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for
your vehicle. This is the primary identification number for your
Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle.
This number is stamped on the
top left of the instrument panel.

This number is also on the Certification Label.

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Engine number

The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown.

Vehicle identification



Access Cab models



Double Cab models



2TR-FE engine



2GR-FKS engine

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