2015 TOYOTA TACOMA battery

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE) engine
Positive (+) battery terminal on your vehicle
Positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Negative (-) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Connect the jumper cable to ground on your vehicle 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.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start
the vehicle’s engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible.

506 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Starting the engine when the battery is discharged (vehicles with an
automatic transmission)
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
■ Avoiding a discharged battery
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is turned
off.
● Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is run-
ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
■ 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.)
CAUTION
■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 the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it
is not unintentionally in contact with any part other than the intended termi-
nal.
● Do not allow the jumper cables to come into contact with the “+” and “-” ter-
minals.
● Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near
the battery.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
■
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.
NOTICE
■To prevent damaging the vehicle (vehicles with a manual transmission)
Do not pull- or push-start the vehicle, because the three-way catalytic con-
verter may overheat and become a fire hazard.
■ When handling jumper cables
Be careful that the jumper cables do not become tangled in the cooling fan
or any of the belts when connecting or disconnecting them.

528 6-1. Specifications
Electrical system
Differential
*:Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the
factory. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an
equivalent oil of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. P\
lease
contact your Toyota dealer for further details.
Battery
Open voltage at
68F (20 C): 12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2  12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8
 12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage checked 20 minutes after the key
is removed with all the lights turned off)
Charging rates 5 A max.
Oil capacity
Front
(4WD models)1.59 qt. (1.50 L, 1.32 Imp.qt.)
Rear 2WD models except PreRunner
3.66 qt. (3.46 L, 3.04 Imp.qt.)
4WD models and PreRunner
3.12 qt. (2.95 L, 2.60 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosity*Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent

546 6-1. Specifications
Normal occupant
weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
* that
follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as
specified in the third column of Table 1
* below
Production options
weight
The combined weight of installed regular
production options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg)
in excess of the standard items which they
replace, not previously considered in curb
weight or accessory weight, including heavy
duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty
battery, and special trim
RimA metal support for a tire or a tire and tube
assembly upon which the tire beads are seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter)Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designationRim diameter and width
Rim type designationThe industry manufacturer's designation for a
rim by style or code
Rim widthNominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity
weight (Total load
capacity)The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb.
(68 kg) times the vehicl e's designated seating
capacity
Vehicle maximum load
on the tire
The load on an individual tire that is determined
by distributing to each axle its share of the
maximum loaded vehicle weight, and dividing
by two
Vehicle normal load
on the tire
The load on an individual tire that is determined
by distributing to each axle its share of curb
weight, accessory weight, and normal
occupant weight (distr ibuted in accordance
with Table 1
* below), and dividing by two
Tire related termMeaning

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6-2. Customization
Items to initialize
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Maintenance required
reminder lightAfter the maintenance is per-
formedP. 395
Tire pressure warning sys-
tem
• When rotating the tires on vehi-cles differing with front and rear
tire inflation pressures.
• When changing the tire inflation pressure by changing traveling
speed or load weight, etc.
• When changing the tire size.
P. 423
The following items must be initia lized for normal system operation
in cases such as after the battery is reconnected, or maintenance is
performed on the vehicle.

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................. 236
AAC disc ................................... 263
ABS ........................................... 191
Access doors .............................39
Active traction control system .................................... 181
Air conditioning filter............... 439
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter .............. 439
Manual air conditioning system ................................ 236
Airbags Airbag operating conditions.....85
Airbag precautions for your
child ......................................89
Airbag warning light............... 477
Curtain shield airbag
operating conditions..............85
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ...........................89
Front passenger occupant classification system .............95
General airbag precautions .....89
Locations of airbags ................82
Modification and disposal of airbags ..............................93
Proper driving posture .......80, 89
Roll sensing of curtain shield airbag off switch .................... 94
Side airbag operating conditions..............................85
Side airbag precautions ..........89
SRS airbags ............................82
Antenna..................... 335, 388, 390
Anti-lock brake system ABS warning light .................. 477
Anti-lock brake system .......... 191
Audio input ............................... 249 Audio system
Antenna................. 335, 388, 390
Audio input ............................ 249
AUX port ............................... 249
CD player .............................. 263
iPod ....................................... 270
MP3/WMA/AAC disc ............. 263
Portable music player .................................. 249
Steering wheel audio switch
*
Sub woofer ............................ 334
Type ...................................... 243
USB memory......................... 276
AUTO LSD system ................... 183
Automatic light off system...... 154
Automatic limited slip differential .............................. 183
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ......... 134
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 502
AUX port ................................... 249
Auxiliary box .... 340, 345, 364, 365
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 460
Wattage................................. 536
Back window .............................. 73
Battery Charging system warning
light ..................................... 477
Checking ............................... 418
If the vehicle battery is discharged .......................... 504
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 209
Bluetooth
® audio ..................... 304
Bluetooth® phone .................... 305
Bottle holders................... 340, 344
Brake assist.............................. 191
A
B

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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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