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2005 T
ACOMA from Mar
. ’05 Prod. (OM35862U)
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LS13143
Separate seats
LS13144a
Bench seat
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Adjusting
front
seats
35
37
Table of Contents
Overview of Instruments and Controls
1
Instrument Panel Overview
2
Instrument Cluster Overview
7
Indicator Symbols on the Instrument Panel
8
Table of Contents
11
Keys and Doors
11
Key Number Plate
12
Keys
12
Engine Immobilizer System
15
Wireless Remote Control
16
Locking and Unlocking Doors
17
Activating Alarm
18
TACOMA from Mar. '05 Prod. (OM35862U)
18
Replacing Battery
19
Locking and Unlocking with Key
20
Side Doors
20
Access Doors
23
Access Cab Models
24
Double Cab Models
24
Power Windows
24
Driver’s Door Switch
26
Operating the Passenger's Window
26
Rear Window
27
Tailgate
27
To Open the Hood
29
Hood
29
Fuel Tank Cap
30
Occupant Restraint Systems
33
Driver Seat
34
Front Seat Precautions
34
Front Seats
34
Front Passenger Seats
35
Seat Adjustment Precautions
35
Adjusting Front Seats
36
Bench Seat
36
Separate Seats
36
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support
37
Seat Position Adjusting Lever
37
Before Folding Seatback
38
Folding Seatback
38
Flip- over Jump Seats
40
Before Folding Rear Seats
41
Folding Rear Seats
41
Head Restraints
42
Regular Cab Models
43
Seat Belt Precautions
43
Seat Belts
43
Fastening Front and Rear Seat Belts
45
Center Seat Belt of the Bench Seat
47
Seat Belt Extender
50
Seat Belt Pretensioners
52
SRS Driver Airbag and Front Passenger Airbag
55
Passenger Airbag Manual On- off Switch
71
SRS Side Airbags and Curtain Shield Airbags
72
Front Passenger Occupant Classification System
80
Regular and Access Cab Models
83
Child Restraint
86
Child Restraint System
88
Types of Child Restraint System
88
Infant Seat Installation
90
Installation with Seat Belt
100
Convertible Seat Installation
103
Using a Top Strap
110
To Use the Anchor Bracket
111
Steering Wheel and Mirrors
127
Outside Rear View Mirrors
128
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
128
Power Rear View Mirror Control
129
Anti- Glare Inside Rear View Mirror
130
Folding Rear View Mirrors
130
Auto Anti- Glare Inside Rear View Mirror
131
Sun Visors
132
Vanity Mirrors
132
Lights and Wipers
135
Headlights and Turn Signals
136
Daytime Running Light (DRL) System
137
Turn Signals
137
Emergency Flashers
138
Instrument Panel Light Control
138
Front Fog Lights
139
Illuminated Entry System
139
Interior Light
139
Personal Lights
140
Windshield Wipers and Washer
140
Gauges, Meters and Service Reminder Indicators
143
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
144
Fuel Gauge
144
Odometer and Two Trip Meters
145
Tachometer
145
Trip Meter Reset Knob
146
Service Reminder Indicators and Warning Buzzers
147
Low Engine Oil Pressure Warning
151
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
151
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Programs
152
“ABS” Warning Light
152
“VSC TRAC” Warning Light
154
Key Reminder Buzzer
155
Open Door Warning Light
155
SRS Warning Light
155
Checking Service Reminder Indicators
156
Ignition Switch, Transmission and Parking Brake
157
Ignition Switch with Steering Lock
158
Automatic Transmission (5- Speed)
159
Normal Driving
160
Using Engine Braking
160
Backing up
162
Good Driving Practice
162
Parking
162
Automatic Transmission (4- Speed)
164
Selector Lever
164
Using “2” and “L” Positions
165
Manual Transmission
167
Recommended Shifting Speeds
167
Maximum Allowable Speeds
168
Four- Wheel Drive System
169
Front Drive Control
169
A.D.D.
170
Shifting Procedure
170
Shifting between “H4” and “L4”
171
Traction Control System
173
“AUTO LSD” System
175
Vehicle Stability Control System
177
Downhill Assist Control System
180
To Activate the Downhill Assist Control System
180
Hill- Start Assist Control System
182
Rear Differential Lock System
185
Parking Brake
186
Cruise Control
187
Turning the System on
187
Cancelling the Preset Speed
188
Resetting to a Faster Speed
188
Setting at a Desired Speed
188
Clutch Start Cancel Switch
189
Cruise Control Failure Warning
189
Resetting to a Slower Speed
189
Resuming the Preset Speed
189
Audio System
191
Reference
192
Tone and Balance
193
Turning the System on and off
193
Using Your Audio System
193
Your Compact Disc Player
193
Audio Control
196
RAND (Random)
197
Repeating a Track
197
RPT (Repeat)
197
Compact Disc Player
198
Radio
198
Scan
198
To Scan the Preset Stations
198
ST (Stereo Reception) Display
199
Text
199
TUNE (Tuning)
199
Am
201
Error Messages
201
Load
202
DISC (Compact Disc)
207
RDS (Radio Data System) Display
208
TRAF (Traffic)
210
Audio Remote Controls (Steering Switches)
211
Audio System Operating Hints
212
Radio Reception
212
Caring for Your Compact Disc Player and Discs
213
Labeled Discs
214
Low Quality Discs
214
Special Shaped Discs
214
Transparent/Translucent Discs
214
Air Conditioning System
217
Controls
218
Air Flow Selector
219
Fan Speed Selector
219
Air Intake Selector
220
“A/C” Button (on some Models)
220
Air Flow Selector Settings
221
Operating Tips
221
Air Conditioning
222
Heating
222
Defogging
223
Defrosting
223
Instrument Panel Vents
224
Other Equipment
225
Accessory Meter
226
Before Using the Accessory Meter
226
“E/M” Button
226
Compass
227
Outside Temperature Display
227
Calibrating the Compass
228
Compass Sensor
228
Cigarette Lighter
231
Clock
231
Power Outlet (12 VDC)
231
Power Outlet (115 VAC)
232
Garage Door Opener Box
236
Glove Box
236
Auxiliary Boxes
239
Cup Holders
241
Rear Console Box
241
Bottle Holders
243
Flashlight Holder
244
Storage Boxes
244
Cargo Net Hooks
245
Seatback Table
245
Deck Hooks
246
Deck Rails
246
Grocery Bag Hooks
246
Installing the Tie- down Cleat
247
Tie- down Cleats
247
Floor Mat
249
Information before Driving Your Toyota
251
Off- Road Vehicle Precautions
252
Break- in Period
253
Fuel
253
Fuel Type
253
Cleaner Burning Gasoline
254
Octane Rating
254
Oxygenates in Gasoline
254
Quality Gasoline
254
Fuel Pump Shut off System
255
Fuel Tank Capacity
255
Gasoline Containing Mmt
255
Operation in Foreign Countries
256
Three- Way Catalytic Converters
256
Engine Exhaust Cautions
257
Engine Oil Consumption
258
Facts about Engine Oil Consumption
258
Functions of Engine Oil
258
Brake System
259
Importance of Engine Oil Level Check
259
Iridium- Tipped Spark Plugs
259
Brake Booster
260
Anti- Lock Brake System
261
Brake Assist System
264
Brake Pad Wear Limit Indicators
265
Limited- Slip Differential
265
Rear Step Bumper
265
Vehicle Identification Number
266
Your Toyota's Identification
266
Engine Number
267
Suspension and Chassis
268
Theft Prevention Labels
268
Tire Information
269
Tire Symbols
269
DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)
270
Name of each Section of Tire
271
Tire Size
271
Traction AA, A, B, C
272
Treadwear
272
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
272
Glossary of Tire Terminology
274
Seating Capacity
277
Total Load Capacity (Payload)
277
Towing Capacity
277
Vehicle Load Limits
277
Capacity and Distribution
278
Cargo and Luggage
278
Stowage Precautions
278
Example on Your Vehicle
279
Types of Tires
280
Starting and Driving
281
Before Cranking
282
Before Starting the Engine
282
How to Start the Engine
282
Tips for Driving in Various Conditions
283
Off- Road Driving Precautions
284
Winter Driving Tips
286
Dinghy Towing
287
Trailer Towing
287
Weight Limits
287
Hitches
291
Bumper Towing
292
Fifth Wheel Trailer
292
Trailer Ball
292
Brakes and Safety Chains
293
Matching Trailer Ball Height to Trailer Coupler Height
293
Service Connector for Towing Brake Controller
294
Tires
294
Break- in Schedule
295
Maintenance
295
Pre- Towing Safety Check
295
Trailer Towing Tips
295
How to Save Fuel and Make Your Vehicle Last Longer
297
In Case of an Emergency
299
If Your Vehicle will Not Start
300
Starting a Flooded Engine
300
Jump Starting
301
Jump Starting Procedure
301
Connecting Point for 1GR- FE Engine
302
Connecting Point for 2TR- FE Engine
302
If Your Engine Stalls While Driving
303
If You Cannot Increase Engine Speed
304
If Your Vehicle Overheats
304
If You Have a Flat Tire
305
Required Tools and Spare Tire
306
To Remove the Spare Tire
307
Blocking the Wheel
308
Removing Wheel Ornament
308
Loosening Wheel Nuts
309
Positioning the Jack
310
Raising Your Vehicle
310
Changing Wheels
311
Reinstalling Wheel Nuts
312
Lowering Your Vehicle
313
After Changing Wheels
314
Reinstalling Wheel Ornament
314
If Your Vehicle Becomes Stuck
315
If Your Vehicle Needs to be Towed
315
Emergency Towing
318
Emergency Towing Hook and Eyelet Precautions
320
If You Cannot Shift Automatic Transmission Selector Lever
321
If You Lose Your Keys
322
If You Lose Your Wireless Remote Control Transmitter
322
Corrosion Prevention and Appearance Care
323
Protecting Your Toyota from Corrosion
324
Hand- Washing Your Toyota
325
Washing and Waxing Your Toyota
325
Waxing Your Toyota
326
Carpets
327
Cleaning the Interior
327
Vinyl Interior
327
Windows
327
Leather Interior
328
Vehicle Maintenance and Care
329
General Maintenance
330
Maintenance Requirements
330
Scheduled Maintenance
330
Where to Go for Service?
330
Battery Condition
331
Brake Fluid Level
331
Engine Coolant Level
331
General Maintenance
331
Radiator, Condenser and Hoses
331
Accelerator Pedal
332
Brakes
332
Exhaust System
332
Parking Brake (Lever Type)
332
Does Your Vehicle Need Repairing?
333
Doors and Engine Hood
333
Tire Inflation Pressure
333
Tire Rotation
333
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Programs
334
Do- It- Yourself Maintenance
335
Engine Compartment Overview
336
Do- It- Yourself Service Precautions
338
Fuse Locations
338
Checking Battery Condition
340
Checking Power Steering Fluid
340
Checking the Engine Oil Level
340
Parts and Tools
340
Adding Washer Fluid
341
Checking and Replacing Fuses
341
Replacing Light Bulbs
341
Engine and Chassis
343
Checking the Engine Oil Level
344
Engine Oil Selection
345
Oil Grade
345
Oil Identification Marks
345
Recommended Viscosity
345
Checking the Engine Coolant Level
346
Coolant Type Selection
346
Checking Brake Fluid
347
Checking the Radiator and Condenser
347
Refilling Brake Fluid
348
Checking Power Steering Fluid
349
Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
350
Regular and Double Cab Models
350
Inspection and Adjustment Procedure
352
Checking and Replacing Tires
353
Checking Your Tires
353
Tread Wear Indicator
353
Replacing Your Tires
354
Rotating Tires
355
Installing Snow Tires and Chains
356
Snow Tire Selection
356
To Equalize the Wear and Help
356
Chain Installation
357
Snow Tire Installation
357
Tire Chain Selection
357
Aluminum Wheel Precautions
358
Replacing Wheels
358
Wheel Selection
358
When to Replace Your Wheels
358
Electrical Components
359
Checking Battery Exterior
360
Battery Recharging Precautions
361
Checking Battery Fluid
361
Checking by Indicator
361
Checking and Replacing Fuses
362
Adding Washer Fluid
363
Replacing Light Bulb
364
Headlights
365
Front Turn Signal Lights
367
Parking and Front Side Marker Lights
367
License Plate Lights
368
Rear Turn Signal, Stop/Tail
368
High Mounted Stoplight
369
Specifications
371
Specifications Dimensions
372
Four- Wheel Drive Models and Prerunner
373
Payload
374
Prerunner
375
Engine
382
Fuel
382
Towing Capacity
382
Engine Lubrication
383
Recommended Oil Viscosity
383
Service Specifications
383
Battery
384
Cooling System
384
Tires
387
Fuses
388
Camper Information
392
Center of Gravity Location
393
Cargo Weight Rating and Proper Matching
393
Gross Axle and Vehicle Weight Ratings
395
Important Information about Your Toyota
397
Occupant Restraint Systems
397
Event Data Recorder
398
Important Health and Safety Information about Your Toyota
400
Accessories, Spare Parts and Modification of Your Toyota
400
Spark Ignition System of Your Toyota
401
Installation of a Mobile Two- Way Radio System
401
Tires and Loading on Your Toyota
402
Scrapping of Your Toyota
402
Leak Detection Pump
403
On- Pavement and Off- Road Driving Tips
403
Quick Index
405
Gas Station Information
405
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Toyota Tacoma 2005 Specifications
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Brand
Toyota
Model
Tacoma 2005
Category
Automobile
Language
English
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