2015 TOYOTA TACOMA brake fluid

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Radiator and condenserCheck the radiator and condenser and clear any foreign objects.
If either of the above parts are ex tremely dirty or you are not sure of
their condition, have your vehicl e checked by your Toyota dealer.
Brake fluid
■ Checking fluid level
Type A
The brake fluid level should be
between the MAX and MIN lines
on the reservoir.
MAX line
MIN line
Type B MAX line
MIN line
CAUTION
■When the engine is hot
Do not touch the radiator or condenser as they may be hot and cause seri-
ous injuries, such as burns.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■
Adding fluid
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
Type B only Turn the engine off.
Depress the brake pedal 20 times or more.
Remove the reservoir cap.
Add newly opened brake fluid up to the MAX line.
Fluid type FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
Items Rag or paper towel
■ Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air
Excess moisture in the fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking effi-
ciency. Use only newly opened brake fluid.
CAUTION
■When filling the reservoir
Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage
painted surfaces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with clean
water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
NOTICE
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads
wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious pro\
blem.
■ If you spill fluid
Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent damage to parts or paint.

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5-1. Essential information
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
■ Visible symptoms
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air cond itioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● Engine coolant temperature g auge needle continually points
higher than normal
■ Audible symptoms
●Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
■ Operational symptoms
●Engine misfire, stumbling or running rough
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, s pongy feeling, pedal almost
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light tur ns on or a war ning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Toyota dealer.
*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
The buzzer sounds to indicate that parking brake is still engaged (with the
vehicle having reached a speed of 3 mph [5 km/h])
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
*
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is
not released. If the light turns off after the parking
brake is fully released, the system is operating nor-
mally.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N,
50 kgf) with the engine running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67.4 lbf (300 N,30.6 kgf).
*3: Parking brake lever travel when pulled with a force of 44.9 lbf (200 N, 20.4kgf).
Chassis lubrication (4WD mode ls and PreRunner with 2.7L
4-cylinder [2TR-FE] engine only)
Pedal clearance*1
2WD models except
PreRunner
PreRunner
4WD models 4.5 in. (115 mm)
4.4 in. (111 mm)
Without off-road package
4.4 in. (111 mm)
With off-road package
3.6 in. (91 mm)
Pedal free play 0.04  0.24 in. (1  6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel*2
(pedal type)7 — 10 clicks
Parking brake lever travel*3
(lever type)7 — 10 clicks
Fluid type
FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
Propeller shafts Spider Lithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2

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Alphabetical index
Brakes
Brake system warning buzzer
........... 182, 184, 189, 195, 476
Brake system warning light .................................... 476
Fluid...................................... 414
Parking brake ....................... 142
Break-in tips ............................ 122
Camper information ................ 567
Care
Exterior ................................. 388
Interior .................................. 391
Seat belts ............................. 392
Cargo capacity ................ 202, 518
Cargo net hook ................ 364, 372
CD player ................................. 263
Certification label ............ 217, 521
Chains ...................................... 210
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition ....... 100
Booster seats, installation .... 113
Convertible seats, definition............................. 100
Convertible seats,
installation .......................... 110
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 95
Infant seat, definition ............ 100
Infant seats, installation ........ 110
Installing CRS with LATCH system........................ 107, 109
Installing CRS with seat belts ................................... 110
Installing CRS with top tether straps ............... 114, 115 Child safety
Airbag precautions ..................89
Battery precautions .......419, 507
Child restraint system............100
Child-protectors .......................37
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................59
Installing child restraints ........104
Power window lock switch.......71
Power window precautions .....72
Removed wireless remote
control battery
precautions .........................443
Seat belt extender
precautions ...........................62
Seat belt precautions ..............60
Seat heater precautions ........360
Child-protectors .........................37
Cleaning Exterior ..................................388
Interior ...................................391
Seat belts ..............................392
Clock ........................................ 351
Clutch start cancel switch.......190
Compass ...................................381
Condenser ................................414
Console box .....................340, 341
Cooling system Engine overheating ...............508
CRS ...........................................100
Cruise control...........................162
Cup holders ......................340, 342
Curtain shield airbags ...............82
Customizable features.............551
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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Floor mat .................................. 362
Fluid
Brake .................................... 414
Washer ................................. 420
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 457
Switch ................................... 155
Wattage ................................ 536
Four-wheel drive system Front-wheel drive control switch ................................. 177
Front fog lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 457
Switch ................................... 155
Wattage ................................ 536
Front passenger occupant classification system.............. 95
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ........................ 479
Front passenger’s seat belt
warning buzzer...................... 479
Front seats Adjustment ............................. 45
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 458
Switch ................................... 152
Wattage ................................ 536
Front turn signal lights Lever .................................... 141
Replacing light bulbs ............ 459
Switch ................................... 141
Wattage ................................ 536
Fuel Capacity ............................... 523
Fuel gauge ........................... 145
Fuel pump shut off system ... 475
Gas station information ........ 588
Information ........................... 537
Refueling ................................ 74
Type ..................................... 523
Warning light ........................ 479
Fuel door .................................... 74
Fuel filler door ........................... 74 Fuel pump shut off system .....475
Fuses
Fuses ....................................444
Locations .......................447, 451
Garage door opener.................373
Gas station information...........588
Gauges ......................................145
Glove box..................................341
Grocery bag hooks ..................371
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ................305
Hazard lights Switch....................................466
Head restraints Adjusting ................................53
Headlights
Replacing light bulbs .............455
Switch....................................152
Wattage .................................536
Heaters Seat heaters ..........................359
High mounted stoplight
Replacing ..............................461
Wattage .................................536
Hill-start assist control ............191
Hood ..........................................404
Hooks Cargo net ..............................372
Deck hooks ...........................366
Grocery bag ..........................371
Tie-down cleats .....................367
Horn...........................................144
I/M test.......................................399
Identification Engine ...................................522
Tire ........................................541
Vehicle ..................................521
Ignition switch ..........................131
Illuminated entry system .........338F
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Off-road precautions
Driving .................................. 199
Vehicle.................................. 197
Oil Engine oil.............................. 408
Warning light ................ 477, 479
Opener Fuel door ................................ 74
Hood ..................................... 404
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding .............. 68
Overhead console ................... 348
Overheating, Engine ............... 508
Parking brake .......................... 142
Personal lights ........................ 339
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 459
Switch ................................... 152
Wattage ................................ 536
Pole antenna ............................ 335
Power outlet..................... 352, 353
Power steering Fluid...................................... 416
Power windows ......................... 71
Radiator............................ 406, 414
Radio ........................................ 261
Rear seat Adjustment ............................. 49
Folding down .......................... 50
Raising the bottom cushion................................. 49
Rear side marker lights Replacing light bulbs .... 460, 464
Switch ................................... 152
Wattage ................................ 536
Rear turn signal lights Lever .................................... 141
Replacing light bulbs ............ 460
Switch ................................... 141
Wattage ................................ 536 Rear view monitor system
Before removing the
tailgate ..................................40
Rear view monitor system ................................166
Rear window ...............................73
Replacing Fuses ....................................444
Light bulbs .............................454
Tires ..............................422, 486
Wheels ..................................436
Wireless remote control
battery .................................442
Rear differential lock
system ....................................185
Rear step bumper ......................43
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ............................554
Resetting the maintenance required reminder light .........395
Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off switch ....................94
Seat belts Adjustment ..............................57
ALR .........................................59
Automatic Locking Retractor ...............................59
Child restraint system installation ...........................104
Cleaning and maintaining......392
ELR .........................................59
Emergency Locking Retractor ...............................59
How to wear your seat belt......57
How your child should wear the seat belt ..........................59
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use .........................59
Reminder buzzer ...................479
Reminder light .......................479
Seat belt extenders .................60
Seat belt pretensioners ...........58
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