2016 TOYOTA TACOMA automatic transmission

962. Instrument cluster
■Customizable items
●Language
Select to change the language on the display.
●Units
Select to change the unit of measure for fuel consumption and
temperature.
●Drive information 1 through 3
Select to select up to 2 items that will be displayed on a Drive
information screen, up to 3 Drive information screens can be set.
●Pop-up display
Select to set the following pop-up displays, which may appear in
some situations, on/off.
• Instrument panel brightness adjustment display
• Route guidance display of the navigation system-linked sys-
tem (if equipped)
• Incoming call display of the hands-free phone system
• Shift position display (vehicles with an automatic transmission)
●Accent color
Select to change the accent colors on the screen, such as the
cursor color.
●Speed limit display
*
Select to set the display of speed limit information stored in the
navigation system (if equipped) to on with the speed limit caution
indicator (yellow) enabled, on with the speed limit caution not
enabled, or off. If enabled, the speed limit caution indicator will
come on if the vehicle speed exceeds the displayed speed limit.
●Programming
It is possible to set up a screen desired to be displayed as the
Top Screen by pressing and holding .
There are also screens that cannot be setup as the Top Screen.
●Maintenance system (U.S.A.)
Select to reset the message after the required maintenance is
performed. (P. 441)
●Default settings
Registered or changed meter settings will be deleted or returned
to their default setting.
*: Speed limit display may not be available for some regions.

1133-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Operation of each component
The door cannot be opened from
inside the vehicle when the lock is
set.
Unlock
Lock
These locks can be set to prevent
children from opening the rear
doors. Push down on each rear
door switch to lock both rear doors.
The following functions can be set or canceled:
Rear door child-protector lock (Double Cab models only)
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Automatic door locking and unlocking systems (vehicles with an
automatic transmission)
FunctionOperation
Shift position linked door locking
functionShifting the shift lever out of P locks
all the doors.
Shift position linked door unlocking
functionShifting the shift lever to P unlocks
all the doors.
Speed linked door locking function
All the doors are locked when the
vehicle speed is approximately 12 mph
(20 km/h) or higher.
Driver’s door linked door unlocking
function
Vehicles without a smart key system
All
the doors are unlocked when the
driver’s door is opened within 10 sec-
onds after turning the engine switch to
the “LOCK” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system
All the doors are unlocked when the
driver’s door is opened within
10 seconds after turning the engine
switch off.

1333-3. Adjusting the seats
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Operation of each component
WARNING
■When raising the bottom cushion or fold the seatbacks down
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
●Stop the vehicle on level ground, set the parking brake and shift the shift
lever to P (automatic transmission) or N (manual transmission).
Access Cab models
●Do not allow anyone to raise the bottom cushion while driving.
●Do not allow anyone to sit on the auxiliary box
Double Cab models
●Do not allow anyone to fold the seatbacks down while driving.
●Do not allow anyone to sit on the folded seatbacks while driving.
■When returning the seats to their original position
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
●Be careful not to get your hands or feet pinched in the seat.
Access Cab models
●Make sure the bottom cushions are securely locked.
Double Cab models
●Make sure the seatback is securely locked by pushing it forward and rear-
ward on the top.
●Check that the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seat.
●Arrange the seat belts in the proper positions for ready use.
NOTICE
■Stowing the seat belts
The seat belts and the buckles must be stowed before you raise the bottom
cushion or fold down the rear seatbacks.

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4Driving
4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle ............. 154
Cargo and luggage ........... 163
Vehicle load limits ............. 167
Trailer towing..................... 168
Dinghy towing ................... 186
4-2. Driving procedures
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles without
a smart key system) ........ 187
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles with a smart
key system) ..................... 190
Automatic transmission ..... 195
Manual transmission ......... 199
Turn signal lever................ 201
Parking brake .................... 202
4-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch ................ 203
Fog light switch ................. 207
Windshield wipers and
washer ............................ 208
4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap .................................. 2114-5. Using the driving support
systems
Cruise control .................... 215
Intuitive parking assist....... 220
Rear view monitor
system ............................ 226
BSM
(Blind Spot Monitor) ........ 236
• The Blind Spot Monitor
function ......................... 238
• The Rear Cross Traffic
Alert function ................. 241
Four-wheel drive system ... 244
AUTO LSD system............ 248
Rear differential lock
system ............................ 250
Active traction control
system ............................ 253
Multi-terrain Select ............ 255
Crawl Control .................... 259
Clutch start cancel
switch .............................. 263
Driving assist systems ...... 264
4-6. Driving tips
Winter driving tips ............. 270
Off-road precautions ......... 273

1544-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle
P. 187, 190
Automatic transmission
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to D. (P. 195)
Release the parking brake. (P. 202)
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelera-
tor pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
Manual transmission
With the clutch pedal fully depressed, shift the shift lever to 1.
(P. 199)
Release the parking brake. (P. 202)
Gradually release the clutch pedal. At the same time, gently
depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
Automatic transmission
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift the shift
lever to P or N. (P. 195)
Manual transmission
While depressing the clutch pedal, depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
When the vehicle is stopped for an extended period of time, shift the shift
lever to N. (P. 199)
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe
driving:
Starting the engine
Driving
Stopping
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1554-1. Before driving
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Driving
Automatic transmission
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
Set the parking brake. (P. 202)
Shift the shift lever to P. (P. 195)
Vehicles without a smart key system: Turn the engine switch to the
“LOCK” position to stop the engine.
Vehicles with a smart key system: Press the engine switch to stop
the engine.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your person.
If parking on a hill, block the wheels as needed.
Manual transmission
While depressing the clutch pedal, depress the brake pedal.
Set the parking brake. (P. 202)
Shift the shift lever to N. (P. 199)
If parking on a hill, shift the shift lever to 1 or R needed.
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position to stop the engine.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your person.
If parking on a hill, block the wheels as needed.
Automatic transmission
Make sure that the parking brake is set and shift the shift lever to D.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
Release the parking brake.
Manual transmission
With the parking brake firmly set and the clutch pedal fully
depressed, shift the shift lever to 1.
Lightly depress the accelerator pedal at the same time as gradually
releasing the clutch pedal.
Release the parking brake.
Parking the vehicle
Starting off on a steep uphill
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1564-1. Before driving
■When starting off on an uphill (vehicles with the hill-start assist control
system)
The hill-start assist control will activate. (P. 265)
■Driving in the rain
●Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the win-
dows may become fogged-up, and the road will be slippery.
●Drive carefully when it starts to rain, because the road surface will be espe-
cially slippery.
●Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain,
because there may be a layer of water between the tires and the road sur-
face, preventing the steering and brakes from operating properly.
■Engine speed while driving (vehicles with an automatic transmission)
In the following conditions, the engine speed may become high while driving.
This is due to automatic up-shifting control or down-shifting implementation to
meet driving conditions. It does not indicate sudden acceleration.
●The vehicle is judged to be driving uphill or downhill
●When the accelerator pedal is released
●When the brake pedal is depressed while power mode is selected
■Restraining the engine output (Brake Override System)
●When the accelerator and brake pedals are depressed at the same time, the
engine output may be restrained.
●Vehicles without a multi-information display: A warning light comes on while
the system is operating. (P. 513)
●Vehicles with a multi-information display: A warning message is displayed
on the multi-information display while the system is operating. If a warning
message is shown on the multi-information display, read the message and
follow the instructions. (P. 522)
■Breaking in your new Toyota
To extend the life of the vehicle, observing the following precautions is recom-
mended:
●For the first 200 miles (300 km):
Avoid sudden stops.
●For the first 500 miles (800 km):
Do not tow a trailer.
●For the first 1000 miles (1600 km):
• Do not drive at extremely high speeds.
• Avoid sudden acceleration.
• Do not drive continuously in low gears.
• Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods.
■Operating your vehicle in a foreign country
Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability
of the correct fuel. (P. 579)

1574-1. Before driving
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Driving
■When turning off the engine
The emission system operating sounds may continue for a short time after
the engine is turned off. This is not a malfunction, and helps to ensure optimal
performance of the emission system.
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When starting the vehicle (vehicles with an automatic transmission)
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine
running. This prevents the vehicle from creeping.
■When driving the vehicle
●Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with the location of the brake and accel-
erator pedals to avoid depressing the wrong pedal.
• Accidentally depressing the accelerator pedal instead of the brake
pedal will result in sudden acceleration that may lead to an accident.
• When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to difficulty
in operating the pedals. Make sure to operate the pedals properly.
• Make sure to keep a correct driving posture even when moving the
vehicle only slightly. This allows you to depress the brake and accelera-
tor pedals properly.
• Depress the brake pedal using your right foot. Depressing the brake
pedal using your left foot may delay response in an emergency, result-
ing in an accident.
●Do not drive the vehicle over or stop the vehicle near flammable materials.
The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. These hot
parts may cause a fire if there is any flammable material nearby.
●During normal driving, do not turn off the engine. Turning the engine off
while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, but the
power assist to these systems will be lost. This will make it more difficult to
steer and brake, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it
is safe to do so.
However, in the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible
to stop the vehicle in the normal way: P. 501
●Use engine braking (downshift) to maintain a safe speed when driving
down a steep hill.
Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose
effectiveness. (P. 195, 199)
●Do not adjust the positions of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or
outside rear view mirrors while driving.
Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control.
●Always check that all passengers’ arms, heads or other parts of their body
are not outside the vehicle.