2015 TOYOTA TACOMA air conditioning

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior and
exterior featuresAir conditioning and multimedia systems, as well as
other interior features for a comfortable driving experi-
ence.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For owners
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners, seat belt and
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners and
camper information.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .................. 152
Fog light switch ................... 155
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 156
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ...................... 162
Rear view monitor system... 166
Four-wheel drive system ..... 177
Active traction control system .............................. 181
AUTO LSD system.............. 183
Rear differential lock system .............................. 185
Downhill Assist Control system .............................. 188
Clutch start cancel switch ... 190
Driving assist systems ........ 191
2-5. Driving information Off-road precautions (4WD models and PreRunner).... 197
Cargo and luggage ............. 202
Vehicle load limits ............... 207
Winter driving tips ............... 209
Trailer towing ...................... 213
Dinghy towing ..................... 233 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Air conditioning system ...... 236
3-2. Using the multimedia system Multimedia system types .... 243
Entune Audio ...................... 245
USB port/AUX port ............. 249
Setup menu ........................ 250
Basic audio operations ....... 256
Using the radio ................... 261
Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA/AAC discs ...... 263
Listening to an iPod ............ 270
Listening to a USB memory device ................. 276
Using the AUX port............. 281
Connecting Bluetooth
®....... 282
Listening to Bluetooth®
audio ................................ 304
Using a Bluetooth
®
phone ............................... 305
Operating the sub woofer (on some Access Cab
models) ............................ 334
Detachable pole antenna ... 335
3Interior and exterior
features

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3-3. Using the interior lightsInterior lights list ................. 338
• Interior light ...................... 339
• Personal lights ................. 339
3-4. Using the storage features List of storage features....... 340
• Glove box ......................... 341
• Front console box ............ 341
• Cup holders ...................... 342
• Bottle holders ................... 344
• Auxiliary boxes ................. 345
• Overhead console ............ 348
3-5. Other interior features Sun visors .......................... 349
Vanity mirrors ..................... 350
Clock .................................. 351
Power outlets (12 VDC) ..... 352
Power outlet (120 VAC) ..... 353
Seat heaters ....................... 359
Seatback table ................... 361
Floor mat ............................ 362
Luggage compartment features ............................ 364
Garage door opener ........... 373
Compass (vehicles with auto anti-glare inside
rear view mirror) ............... 381 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ........... 388
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 391
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 394
General maintenance ......... 396
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs
............................. 399
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 400
Hood ................................... 404
Engine compartment .......... 406
Tires.................................... 422
Tire inflation pressure ......... 431
Wheels................................ 436
Air conditioning filter ........... 439
Wireless remote control battery .............................. 442
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 444
Light bulbs .......................... 454
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Emergency flasher switch P. 466
Multimedia system2
Rear view monitor system
2
P. 243
P. 166
Air conditioning system P. 236
A-TRAC switch2 P. 181AUX port/USB port P. 249
Power outlets P. 352
Front-wheel drive
control switch
1 P. 177
Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Seat heater switches2 P. 359
1: 4WD models only
2: If equipped

Interior and exteriorfeatures3
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3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Air conditioning system .... 236
3-2. Using the multimedia system Multimedia system types .............................. 243
Entune Audio ................... 245
USB port/AUX port ........... 249
Setup menu...................... 250
Basic audio operations..... 256
Using the radio ................. 261
Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA/AAC discs .... 263
Listening to an iPod ......... 270
Listening to a USB memory device .............. 276
Using the AUX port .......... 281
Connecting Bluetooth
®.... 282
Listening to Bluetooth®
audio .............................. 304
Using a Bluetooth
®
phone ............................. 305
Operating the sub woofer (on some Access Cab
models) .......................... 334
Detachable pole antenna .......................... 335 3-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ............... 338
• Interior light .................... 339
• Personal lights ............... 339
3-4. Using the storage features List of storage features .... 340
• Glove box....................... 341
• Front console box .......... 341
• Cup holders ................... 342
• Bottle holders ................. 344
• Auxiliary boxes ............... 345
• Overhead console .......... 348
3-5. Other interior features Sun visors ........................ 349
Vanity mirrors ................... 350
Clock ................................ 351
Power outlets (12 VDC) ... 352
Power outlet (120 VAC) ... 353
Seat heaters..................... 359
Seatback table ................. 361
Floor mat .......................... 362
Luggage compartment features .......................... 364
Garage door opener......... 373
Compass (vehicles with auto anti-glare inside
rear view mirror) ............. 381

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Air conditioning system
Adjusting the settings■ Adjusting the temperature setting
Turn the temperature control dial clockwise (warm) or counter-
clockwise (cool).
If is not pressed, the system will blow ambient temperature air or
heated air.
For quick cooling, turn the temperature control dial to the MAX A/C posi-
tion. The air conditioning will automatically turn on and the air intake
selector will be set to recirculated air mode.
■ Adjusting the fan speed
Turn the fan speed control dial clockwise (increase) or counter-
clockwise (decrease).
Set the dial to OFF to turn the fan off.
Outside air or recirculated
air mode switch Air outlet selection dialAir conditioning
ON/OFF switch Temperature control dial
Fan speed control dial

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system
and defogger
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Interior and exterior features
■Selecting the air outlets
Set the air outlet selection di al to an appropriate position.
The positions between the air outlet selections shown below can also be
selected for more detailed adjustment.
When the dial is set to , air
flows to the upper body.
When the dial is set to , air
flows to the upper body and feet.
Double Cab models only When the dial is set to , air
flows to the feet.
Double Cab models only

238 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
When the dial is set to , air
flows to the feet and the wind-
shield defogger operates.
The air intake selector is automat-
ically set to outside air mode.
In this position, the air intake
selector cannot be changed to the
recirculated air mode.
Double Cab models only
When the dial is set to , air
flows to the windshield and side
windows.
The air intake selector is automat-
ically set to outside air mode.
In this position, the air intake
selector cannot be changed to the
recirculated air mode.
■Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes
Press .
The mode switches between (outside air mode) and
(recirculated air mode) each ti me the switch is pressed.