2016 TOYOTA TACOMA automatic transmission fluid

17Pictorial index
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 202
Applying/releasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 202
Precautions against winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 271
Warning light/warning buzzer/warning message
*5 . . . . . P. 512, 525
Turn signal lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 201
Headlight switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 203
Headlights/parking lights/tail lights/daytime running lights . . . . P. 203
Fog lights
*4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 207
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 208
Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 208
Adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 461
Warning light/messages
*6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 513, 523
Hood lock release lever. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 448
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever . . . . . . . . . . P. 138
Air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 370, 376
Usage (manual type)
*4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 370
Usage (automatic type)
*4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 376
Entune Audio system
*7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 280
*1: Vehicles without a smart key system
*2: Vehicles with a smart key system
*3: Vehicles with an automatic transmission
*4: If equipped
*5: Vehicles with a multi-information display
*6: For Canada only
*7: For vehicles with Entune Audio Plus or Entune Premium Audio, refer to
“NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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832. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in the indicated vehi-
cle’s systems.
Warning lights
*1
(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning
light (P. 510)
*1
(Canada)
ABS warning light
(P. 511)
*1
(Canada)
Brake system warning
light (P. 510)
*1, 3
Slip indicator (P. 511)
*1, 2
Charging system warn-
ing light (P. 510)
*2
(Yellow)
(If equipped)
Cruise control indicator
light (P. 511)
*1, 2
Low engine oil pressure
warning light (P. 510)*1, 2, 4Automatic transmission
fluid temperature warn-
ing light (P. 511)
*1
(U.S.A.)
Malfunction indicator
lamp (P. 510)
*2
(Flashes
in yellow)
(4WD models)
Four-wheel drive indica-
tor (P. 512)
*1
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator
lamp (P. 510)
*5
(Flashes
rapidly)
(If equipped)
Rear differential lock
indicator (P. 512)
*1
SRS warning light
(P. 510)
*6
(Flashes)
(4WD models)
Low speed four-wheel
drive indicator (P. 512)
*1
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light
(P. 511)
*2
Open door warning light
(P. 512)

842. Instrument cluster
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position
(vehicles without a smart key system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehicles
with a smart key system) to indicate that a system check is being per-
formed. They will turn off after the engine is started, or after a few seconds.
There may be a malfunction in a system if the lights do not come on, or if
the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
for details.
*2: Vehicles without a multi-information display.
*3: The light comes on to indicate a malfunction.
*4: Vehicles with an automatic transmission.
*5: Vehicles with a multi-information display.
*6: Vehicles without a multi-information display:
The light flashes rapidly in yellow to indicate a malfunction.
Vehicles with a multi-information display:
The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
*7: 2GR-FKS engine only
Low fuel level warning
light (P. 512)*1, 2
Brake Override System
warning light (P. 513)
Seat belt reminder light
(P. 512)
*1
(If equipped)
Tire pressure warning
light (P. 513)
(U.S.A.)
Parking brake indicator
(P. 512)*1, 2
(Canada)
Low windshield washer
fluid warning light
(P. 513)
(Canada)
Parking brake indicator
(P. 512)*2, 7Low engine oil level
warning light (P. 514)
*1, 5
Master warning light
(P. 513)
*1, 2
(U.S.A.)
Maintenance required
remainder light
(P. 514)
*1, 2
(If equipped)
BSM (Blind Spot Moni-
tor) warning light
(P. 513)

4467-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself ser vice precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the
correct procedure as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
Battery condition
(P. 459)• Warm water• Baking soda• Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level
(P. 456)• FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid)
Engine coolant
level (P. 454)
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high
quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-
amine, non-nitrite and non-borate coolant with long-
life hybrid organic acid technology
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with
50% coolant and 50% deionized water.
For Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with
55% coolant and 45% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding coolant)
Engine oil level
(P. 452)• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses
(P. 484)• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Light bulbs
(P. 487)
• Bulb with same number and wattage rating as origi-
nal
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver• Wrench
Power steering
fluid level

(
P. 457)
• Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding power steering fluid)
Radiator and
condenser
(
P. 456)
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Tire inflation
pressure
(P. 472)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
(P. 461)• Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for win-
ter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)

4587-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
2GR-FKS engine
Full (when cold)
Add fluid (when cold)
Full (when hot)
Add fluid (when hot)
Hot: Vehicle has been driven around 50 mph (80 km/h) for 20
minutes, or slightly longer in frigid temperatures. (Fluid
temperature, 140°F - 175°F [60°C - 80°C])
Cold: Engine has not been run for about 5 hours. (Room tem-
perature, 50°F - 85°F [10°C - 30°C])
■Checking the fluid level
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
Clean all dirt off the reservoir.
Remove the cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinstall the cap and remove it again.
Check the fluid level.
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Fluid type Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
Items Rag or paper, clean funnel (only for adding fluid)
WARNING
■Checking the fluid level
Take care, as the reservoir may be hot.
NOTICE
■When adding fluid
Avoid overfilling, or the power steering may be damaged.
■After replacing the reservoir cap
Check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or
damage.
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5108-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning
buzzer sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then
goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the
system. However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Warning light and warning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system
*1
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
Charging system warning light*2
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
Low engine oil pressure warning light*2
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The emission control system;
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.

5118-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
Slip indicator light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC system;
• Trailer Sway Control system (if equipped);
• The TRAC system;
• The hill-start assist control system (if equipped);
• The active traction control system (if equipped);
• The AUTO LSD system; or
• The Crawl Control system (if equipped)
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
(Yellow)
Cruise control indicator light*2
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning
light
*2, 3
When the light comes on:
Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid tempera-
ture is too high.
Immediately 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 vehicle again. If
the light does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer.
When the light flashes:
Indicates a malfunction in the automatic transmission sys-
tem.
Have the system inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions

5208-2. Steps to take in an emergency
(If equipped)
Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid
temperature is too high.
A buzzer also sounds.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place, shift the shift lever to P and wait until
the message and light go off.
If the message and light go off, you may
start the vehicle again.
If the message and light do not go off, con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is
too high.
A buzzer also sounds.
P. 561
Indicates abnormal engine oil pressure
The warning light may come on if the engine oil
pressure is too low.
A buzzer also sounds.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Toyota dealer.
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging
system.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place
and contact your Toyota dealer. Continuing
to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
Warning messageDetails/Actions