2016 TOYOTA TACOMA instrument panel

3826-1. Using the air conditioning system
■Ventilation and air conditioning odors
●To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode.
●During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into
and accumulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to
be emitted from the vents.
●To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air
mode prior to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be delayed for a short period of time
immediately after the air conditioning system is started in automatic
mode.
■Air conditioning filter
P. 478
WARNING
■To prevent the windshield from fogging up
●Do not use
during cool air operation in extremely humid weather.
The difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the
windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, block-
ing your vision.
■To prevent burns
Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mirror
defoggers are on.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the
engine is stopped.
●Do not place anything on the instrument
panel which may cover the air outlets.
Otherwise, air flow may be obstructed,
preventing the windshield defoggers to
defog.

4086-4. Other interior features
Please use as a power supply for electronic goods that use less than
12 VDC/10 A (power consumption of 120 W).
When using electronic goods, make sure that the power consumption
of all the connected power outlets are less than 120 W.
Type A (instrument panel)
Open the lid.
Type B (inside of the console box)
Lift the lid while pulling up the
knob to release the lock and
open the lid.
Power outlets (12 V DC)

4387-1. Maintenance and care
■Caring for leather areas
Toyota recommends cleaning the interior of the vehicle at least twice a year to
maintain the quality of the vehicle’s interior.
■Shampooing the carpets
There are several commercial foaming-type cleaners available. Use a sponge
or brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping circles. Do not use water.
Wipe dirty surfaces and let them dry. Excellent results are obtained by keep-
ing the carpet as dry as possible.
■Seat belts
Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water using a cloth or sponge. Also
check the belts periodically for excessive wear, fraying or cuts.
WARNING
■Water in the vehicle
●Do not splash or spill liquid in the vehicle.
Doing so may cause electrical components, etc., to malfunction or catch
fire.
●Do not get any of the SRS components or wiring in the vehicle interior wet.
(P. 36)
An electrical malfunction may cause the airbags to deploy or not function
properly, resulting in death or serious injury.
■Cleaning the interior (especially instrument panel)
Do not use a polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel may reflect
off the windshield, obstructing the driver’s view and leading to an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.

4397-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
NOTICE
■Cleaning detergents
●Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehi-
cle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces:
• Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasoline,
alkaline or acidic solutions, dye, and bleach
• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, and alcohol
●Do not use a polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel’s or other
interior part’s painted surface may be damaged.
■Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of
leather surfaces:
●Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately.
●Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
●Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or containing wax on the uphol-
stery, as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats
up significantly.
■Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes
into contact with electrical components such as the audio system above or
under the floor of the vehicle. Water may also cause the body to rust.

4847-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Checking and replacing fuses
Turn the engine switch off.
Open the fuse box cover.
Engine compartment
Push the tabs in and lift the
cover off.
Under the instrument panel
Remove the cover.
Remove the fuse with the pull-
out tool.
Only type A fuse can be removed
using the pullout tool.
If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may
have blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as nec-
essary.
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5699-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
■Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for
your vehicle. This is the primary identification number for your Toy-
ota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle.
This number is stamped on the
top left of the instrument panel.
This number is also on the Certification Label.
■Engine number
The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown.
Vehicle identification
Access Cab modelsDouble Cab models
2TR-FE engine2GR-FKS engine

625Alphabetical index
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission......... 195
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 553
S mode ................................. 197
Power mode switch............... 196
AUX port ................................... 285
Auxiliary boxes ........................ 397
Back window ............................ 148
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 495
Wattage ................................ 578
Battery ...................................... 459
If the vehicle battery is
discharged .......................... 557
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 270
Warning light ......................... 510
Warning message ................. 520
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ....... 236
Bluetooth
®*
Audio system ........................ 328
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ............. 329
Bottle holders .......................... 392
Brake
Fluid ...................................... 456
Parking brake........................ 202
Warning buzzer..................... 510
Warning light ......................... 510
Warning message ................. 519
Brake assist ............................. 264
Break-in tips ............................. 156
Brightness control
Instrument panel light
control................................... 90BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 236
Blind Spot Monitor
function............................... 238
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
function............................... 241
Camera mounting bracket ...... 420
Camper information ................ 613
Care .................................. 434, 437
Aluminum wheels ................. 434
Exterior ................................. 434
Interior .................................. 437
Seat belts.............................. 438
Cargo capacity......................... 167
Cargo lamp
Light switch ........................... 387
Replacing light bulbs ............ 497
CD player
*............................... 300
Certification label .................... 569
Chains ...................................... 271
Child restraint system............... 51
Booster seats, definition ......... 52
Booster seats, installation....... 62
Convertible seats, definition ... 52
Convertible seats,
installation ...................... 60, 61
Front passenger occupant
classification system ............ 45
Infant seats, definition............. 52
Infant seats, installation .......... 60
Installing CRS
with LATCH anchors ...... 58, 59
Installing CRS with seat
belts...................................... 60
Installing CRS
with top tether strap........ 63, 65
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*: For vehicles with Entune Audio Plus or Entune Premium Audio, refer to
the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”

629Alphabetical index
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone)
*..... 314, 329
Head restraints ........................ 134
Headlights ................................ 203
Light switch ........................... 203
Replacing light bulbs..... 489, 490
Wattage ................................ 578
Heaters
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................ 376
Manual air conditioning
system ................................ 370
Seat heaters ......................... 383
Outside rear view
mirrors ........................ 372, 379
High mounted stoplight
Replacing .............................. 497
Wattage ................................ 578
Hill-start assist control............ 265
Hood ......................................... 448
Hooks
Deck hooks ........................... 399
Grocery bag hooks ............... 404
Retaining hooks (floor mat)..... 24
Horn .......................................... 138I/M test ...................................... 445
Identification
Engine .................................. 569
Tire ....................................... 583
Vehicle .................................. 569
Ignition switch
(engine switch) .............. 187, 190
Ignition switch light
(engine switch light) ............. 385
Illuminated entry system ........ 387
Immobilizer system ................... 69
Indicators ................................... 85
Initialization
Maintenance ......................... 441
Moon roof ............................. 152
Tire pressure
warning system .................. 464
Inside rear view mirror ............ 140
Instrument panel light
control ...................................... 90
Interior lights ........................... 385
Personal lights ...................... 386
Switches ............................... 386
Wattage ................................ 578
Intuitive parking assist ........... 220
Function ................................ 220
Warning message......... 525, 525
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*: For vehicles with Entune Audio Plus or Entune Premium Audio, refer to
the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”