2007
Tacoma
Spare tire & tools
Tool location
Removing the spare tire
21
OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Assemble the jack handle.
Insert the jack handle end into the lowering
screw.
Turn the jack handle counterclockwise.
Refer to the Owner’s Manualfor tire changing and
jack positioning procedures.
Regular cab models
-behind the seatbackDouble cab models
-under the rear seat
Access cab models
-under the rear seat
Tool bag
Jack
Tool bag
Jack
Tool bag
Jack
Front
Front
!A word about safe vehicle operations This Pocket Reference Guideis a summary of
basic vehicle operations. It contains brief
descriptions of fundamental operations so you
can locate and use the vehicle’s main
equipment quickly and easily.
The Pocket Reference Guideis not intended
as a substitute for theOwner’s Manual
located in your vehicle’s glove box. We
strongly encourage you to review theOwner’s
Manual and supplementary manuals so you
will have a better understanding of your
vehicle’s capabilities and limitations.
Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota
Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. wish you many years
of satisfied driving in your new Tacoma.
This Pocket Reference Guideis not a full
description of Tacoma operations. Every
Tacoma owner should review the Owner’s
Manualthat accompanies this vehicle.
Pay special attention to the boxed
“ ” information highlighted in
this reference guide and throughout the
Owner’s Manual. Each box contains safe
operating instructions to help you avoid
injury or equipment malfunction.
All information in this Pocket Reference
Guideis current at the time of printing.
Toyota reserves the right to make changes
at any time without notice.
This vehicle will handle and maneuver
differently from an ordinary passenger car
because it is also designed for off-road use. It
has a significantly higher rollover rate than
other types of vehicles. Refer to the Owner’s
Manualfor important rollover information.
Moving the lever to “LOCK” will allow the door to
be opened only from the outside.
Doors-Child safety locks (double cab only)
Rear door
1
OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
INDEX
ItemPage no.
OVERVIEW
Engine maintenance 7
Fuel tank door release and cap 6
Hood release 6
Indicator symbols 4-5
Instrument cluster 4
Instrument panel 2-3
Keyless entry 6
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Accessory meter 16
Air Conditioning/Heating 16
Audio 14-15
Auto LSD(Auto Limited Slip Differential)19
Automatic Transmission 8
Bottle holders 18
Clock 10
Cruise control 17
Cup holders 18
Door locks 19
Four-wheel drive9
Lights & turn signals 11
Light control-Instrument panel 19
Manual Transmission 8
Parking brake 13
Power outlets 13
Rear differential lock 17
Seat adjustments-Front 10
Seats-Head restraints 10
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel9
Windows-Power 12
Windshield wiper & washer 12
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Doors-Child safety locks 21
Seat belts 20
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor 20
Spare tire & tools 21
Tire Pressure Wa r n i n g System reset 20
5
OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
4
OVERVIEW
1For details, refer to “Service reminder indicators and warning
buzzers,” Section 1-6, 2007 Owner’s Manual.
2If this light flashes, refer to “Four-wheel drive system,” Section
1-7, 2007 Owner’s Manual.
3If this light flashes, refer to “Rear differential lock system,”Section 1-7, 2007 Owner’s Manual.
4If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control,” Section 1-7, 2007
Owner’s Manual.
5If this light flashes, refer to “Roll sensing of curtain shield
airbags off switch,” Section 1-3, 2007 Owner’s Manual.
Tachometer
Speedometer
Odometer and two trip meters
Service indicator and reminder
Engine coolant temperature
Fuel gauge
Tr i p meter reset knob
Gear shift position indicator
Instrument cluster
Automatic Transmission indicator
(5-speed)/(4-speed)
Driver/Front passenger seat belt
reminder1
Charging system warning1
Low engine oil pressure warning1
Brake system warning1
Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1
Engine oil replacement reminder1
Anti-lock Brake System warning1Front passenger occupant classification
indicator
When the anti-lock brake system (ABS) function is in
action, you may feel the brake pedal pulsating and
hear a noise. In this situation, to let the anti-lock
brake system work for you, just hold the brake pedal
down more firmly. Do not pump the brake as this will
result in reduced braking
performance.
Indicator symbols
Headlight low beam indicator
Headlight high beam indicator
Tu r n signal indicator
Four-wheel drive indicator
2
Low speed four-wheel drive indicator2
Rear differential lock indicator3
Slip indicator
Vehicle Stability Control “OFF” indicator
warning
1
Downhill assist control indicator
“AUTO LSD” indicator
Cruise control indicator4
Automatic Transmission fluid temperature
warning1
Low Tire Pressure Wa r n i n g1
Theft deterrent/Engine immobilizer system
indicator
Open door warning1
Airbag SRS warning1
Roll sensing curtain shield airbags off
indicator5
7
OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
6
OVERVIEW
Windshield washer fluid tank
Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil filler cap
Power steering fluid reservoir
Engine oil level dipstick
Note: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including
oil changes, will help extend the life of
your vehicle and maintain performance.
Please refer to the “Owner’sWarranty
I
nformation Booklet,” “Scheduled
Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual
Supplement.”
Fuel tank door release and cap
Engine maintenance
Hood release
NOTE:Tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is
not tightened enough, Check Engine “ ” indicator
may illuminate.
4 cylinder (2TR-FE) engine
6cylinder (1GR-FE) engine
Pull
Pull up latch and
raise hoodTu r n
Alarm operation
Keyless entry
Locking operationUnlocking operation
NOTE:After unlocking, if a door is not opened within
30 seconds, all doors will relock for safety.
Push
Push and holdPush ONCE: Driver door
TWICE: All doors
Pull
19
OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
18
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Door locks (if equipped)
Light control-Instrument panel
VSC OFF
Lock
Unlock
Brightness
control
-
Briefly push the “VSC OFF” switch to activate Auto
LSD. To deactivate, briefly push the switch again.
Note: ONLY works in 2-wheel drive at speeds
under 62 mph. Should ONLY be used when
wheel spinning occurs on slippery or
unpaved surfaces.
Refer
to the Owner‘s Manualfor more details on
this system before attempting to use it.
+
Bottle holders
Front door
Rear door
(Double cab only)
Center console-Rear
Cup holders
Bench seat and
separate seats
(Automatic Transmission)
Separate seats
(Manual Transmission)
Separate seats
(Automatic Transmission)
Front consoleCenter console
Auto LSD (Auto Limited Slip
Differential)(if equipped)
2007
Tacoma
Spare tire & tools
Tool location
Removing the spare tire
21
OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Assemble the jack handle.
Insert the jack handle end into the lowering
screw.
Turn the jack handle counterclockwise.
Refer to the Owner’s Manualfor tire changing and
jack positioning procedures.
Regular cab models
-behind the seatbackDouble cab models
-under the rear seat
Access cab models
-under the rear seat
Tool bag
Jack
Tool bag
Jack
Tool bag
Jack
Front
Front
!A word about safe vehicle operations This Pocket Reference Guideis a summary of
basic vehicle operations. It contains brief
descriptions of fundamental operations so you
can locate and use the vehicle’s main
equipment quickly and easily.
The Pocket Reference Guideis not intended
as a substitute for theOwner’s Manual
located in your vehicle’s glove box. We
strongly encourage you to review theOwner’s
Manual and supplementary manuals so you
will have a better understanding of your
vehicle’s capabilities and limitations.
Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota
Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. wish you many years
of satisfied driving in your new Tacoma.
This Pocket Reference Guideis not a full
description of Tacoma operations. Every
Tacoma owner should review the Owner’s
Manualthat accompanies this vehicle.
Pay special attention to the boxed
“ ” information highlighted in
this reference guide and throughout the
Owner’s Manual. Each box contains safe
operating instructions to help you avoid
injury or equipment malfunction.
All information in this Pocket Reference
Guideis current at the time of printing.
Toyota reserves the right to make changes
at any time without notice.
This vehicle will handle and maneuver
differently from an ordinary passenger car
because it is also designed for off-road use. It
has a significantly higher rollover rate than
other types of vehicles. Refer to the Owner’s
Manualfor important rollover information.
Moving the lever to “LOCK” will allow the door to
be opened only from the outside.
Doors-Child safety locks (double cab only)
Rear door