2015 TOYOTA TUNDRA stop start

4738-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the Blind Spot Mon-
itorA buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.
Indicates that one or more of the doors is not
fully closed The system also indicates which doors are not
fully closed.
If the vehicle reaches a speed of 3 mph
(5 km/h), flashes and a buzzer
sounds to indicate that the door(s) are not
yet fully closed.
 Make sure that all the doors are closed.
Indicates that the automatic transmission
fluid temperature is to high
A buzzer also sounds.
 Stop the vehicle in a safe place, shift the
shift lever to P and wait until the light goes
off.
If the light goes off, you may start the vehi-
cle again. If the light does not go off, con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
(U.S.A.) (Canada)
Indicates that the parking brake is still
engaged If the vehicle reaches a speed of 3 mph
(5 km/h), flashes and a buzzer
sounds to indicate that the parking brake is
still engaged.
 Release the parking brake.
Indicates that the washer fluid level is low
Add washer fluid.
Warning messageDetails/Actions

4988-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
Start the engine to check that the radiator cooling fan operates
and to check for coolant leaks from the radiator or hoses.
If the fan is not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and contact your Toyota dealer.
If the fan is operating:
Have the vehicle in spected at the nearest Toyota dealer.
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CAUTION
■When inspecting under the hood of your vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury such as burns.
● If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot.
● Keep hands and clothing away from the fans, etc., while the engine is run-
ning.
● Do not loosen the radiator cap and the coolant reservoir cap while the
engine and radiator are hot.
High temperature steam or coolant could spray out.
NOTICE
■When adding engine coolant
Add coolant slowly after the engine has cooled down sufficiently. Adding
cool coolant to a hot engine too quickly can cause damage to the engine.
■ To prevent damage to the cooling system
Observe the following precautions:
● Avoid contaminating the coolant with foreign matter (such as sand or dust,
etc.).
● Do not use any coolant additives.
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When trouble arises
8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the rear wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide traction
under the rear wheels.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to D or R and release the parking brake. Then,
while exercising caution, depress the accelerator pedal.
■When it is difficult to free the vehicle
Press to turn off TRAC/A-TRAC.
Turn off TRAC/A-TRAC and/or VSC if these functions are hampering your
attempts to free the vehicle. ( P. 231, 233, 234)
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the
surrounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.
■ When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damage to the tran smission and other components
● Avoid spinning the rear wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more
than necessary.
● If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed,
the vehicle may require towing to be freed.
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563What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●It is locked to prevent theft of the vehicle if the key is removed from the
engine switch. (P. 180)
●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be oper-
ated if the window lock switch is pressed. ( P. 134)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? ( P. 466)
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? (P. 187)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
( P. 465, 472)
●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. ( P. 80)
To stop the alarm, turn the engine switch to the “ACC” or “ON” position, or
start the engine.
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed, refer to
P. 465, 472.
The steering wheel cannot be turned after the engine is
stopped
The windows do not open or close by operating the power
window switches
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed

568Alphabetical index
If you think something is wrong .............................. 463
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 499
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 457
If your vehicle needs
to be towed ......................... 458
If your vehicle overheats ....... 497
Emergency flashers ................ 456
Engine
“ACC” position ...................... 179
Compartment ........................ 406
Engine switch........................ 179
Hood ..................................... 405
How to start the engine ......... 179
Identification number ............ 510
If the engine will not start ...... 491
Ignition switch (engine switch) ................... 179
Immobilizer system ................. 78
Overheating .......................... 497
Engine coolant ......................... 409 Capacity ................................ 514
Checking ............................... 409
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 240
Engine coolant temperature
gauge........................................ 88
Engine immobilizer system ...... 78
Engine oil ................................. 407 Capacity ................................ 512
Checking ............................... 407
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 240
Engine oil maintenance data ......................................... 398
Engine switch (ignition switch)..................... 179
Engine switch light
(ignition switch light) ............ 353
Event data recorder (EDR) ........ 10 FFV.................................... 195, 520
Flat tire ..................................... 476
Flex-fuel............................ 195, 520
Flexible fuel vehicle ........ 195, 520
Floor mats .................................. 28
Fluid
Automatic transmission ........ 516
Brake .................................... 517
Washer ................................. 415
Fog lights ................................. 191
Replacing light bulbs ............ 446
Switch ................................... 191
Wattage ................................ 519
Foot well light .......................... 353
Four-wheel drive system ........ 225
Front passenger occupant classification system .............. 50
Front personal lights............... 354
Front seats ............................... 111 Adjustment............................ 111
Cleaning ............................... 394
Correct driving posture ........... 30
Driving position memory ....... 116
Head restraints ..................... 120
Power easy access system .......... ...................... 116
Seat heaters ......................... 350
Seat position memory ........... 116
Seat ventilators ..................... 350
Front side marker lights Light switch ........................... 188
Replacing light bulbs ............ 444
Wattage ................................ 519
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 443
Turn signal lever ................... 186
Wattage ................................ 519
Fuel ........................................... 511 Capacity................................ 511
Fuel gauge.............................. 88
Fuel pump shut off system ... 464
Gas station information......... 576F