2017 TOYOTA TACOMA four wheel drive

2564-5. Using the driving support systems
Active traction control system∗
Stop the vehicle or reduce your speed to less than 2 mph (3 km/h).
Depress the clutch pedal and turn the front-wheel drive control
switch in the “4L” position.
Press the “A-TRAC” switch to
activate the system.
At this time, the “A-TRAC” indicator
will come on.
To cancel the system, press the
switch again.
If four wheels spin, the slip indica-
tor flashes to indicate that the
active traction control system has
been engaged.
∗: If equipped
The active traction control syst em automatically helps prevent
the spinning of 4 wheels when the vehicle is started or acceler-
ated on slippery road surfaces.
System operation
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When the active traction control system is operating

2604-5. Using the driving support systems
Operate the Multi-terrain Select
mode selector dial during Multi-
terrain Select control to select a
mode.
■The Multi-terrain Select can be operated when
●The four-wheel drive control switch is in “4L” position.
● The Crawl Control is off.
■ When using the Multi-terrain Select
The VSC system cannot be switched on or off.
A message will be shown on the multi-information display stating that this
function cannot be switched using the VSC off switch.
■ When it is difficult to generate traction
“MUD & SAND” mode provides the largest amount of tire slippage, followed
by “LOOSE ROCK”, “MOGUL”, “ROCK & DIRT” and “ROCK” mode.
If the current tires slip is too large, driveability can be improved by selecting a
mode with a smaller slip amount. Conversely, selecting a mode with a larger
slip can improve driveability, if the current tire slip is too small.
■ When the vehicle is stuck
Switching the transfer and differentials
For the operation of following function, refer to the following pages.
●Four-wheel drive system ( →P. 247)
● Rear differential lock ( →P. 253)
Selecting modes

2614-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
■When the active traction c ontrol operates continuously
→P. 257
■ When the four-wheel drive control switch is in “4L” position
If the Multi-terrain Select system is not operating and the four-wheel drive
control switch is in “4L”, the “TRAC OFF” indicator will come on.
■ When there is a malfunction in the system
The slip indicator light will come on. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toy-
ota dealer immediately.
WARNING
■When using Multi-terrain Select
Observe the following precautions to avoid an accident that could result in
death or serious injuries:
● There is a chance that the selected mode may not be the most appropriate
in terms of road conditions such as pitch, slipperiness, undulation, etc.
(→P. 259)
● Multi-terrain Select is not intended to expand the limits of the vehicle.
Check the road conditions thoroughly beforehand, and drive safely and
carefully.
NOTICE
■Precaution for use
The Multi-terrain Select is intended for use during off-road driving. Do not
use the system at any other time.

5108-2. Steps to take in an emergency
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When towing the vehicle
2WD models: Be sure to transport the
vehicle with all four wheels raised off the
ground. If the vehicle is towed with the
tires contacting the ground, the drivetrain
and related parts may be damaged or an
accident may occur due to a change in
direction of the vehicle.
4WD models: Be sure to transport the
vehicle with all four wheels raised off the
ground. If the vehicle is towed with the
tires contacting the ground, the drivetrain
or related parts may be damaged, the
vehicle may fly off the truck.
■ While towing
● When towing using cables or chains, avoid sudden starts, etc., which
place excessive stress on the towing hook(s), cables or chains. The tow-
ing hook(s), cables or chains may become damaged, broken debris may
hit people, and cause serious damage.
● Do not turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position (vehicles without a
smart key system) or off (vehicles with a smart key system).
There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and cannot be
operated.

5168-2. Steps to take in an emergency
(Flashes rapidly)
Four-wheel drive indicator light*2, 4
Indicates that the differential oil temperature is too high
when the light flashes rapidly and a buzzer sound.
→ Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place, turn the
front-wheel drive control sw itch to “2WD”, and wait
until the warning light goes off.
Indicates a malfunction in the four-wheel drive system
when the light flashes rapidly and a buzzer does not
sound.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
(Flashes rapidly)
Rear differential lock indicator light*4, 5
Indicates a malfunction in the rear differential lock system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
(Flashes)
Low speed four-wheel drive indicator light*4, 6
Indicates a malfunction in the four-wheel drive system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
Open door warning light*2
Indicates that one or more of the doors is not fully closed.
→ Check that all the doors are closed.
Low fuel level warning light
Indicates remaining fuel is approximately 3.2 gal. (12.0 L,
2.6 Imp.gal.) or less
→ Refuel the vehicle.
Seat belt reminder light (warning buzzer)*7
Warns the driver and/or front passenger to fasten their
seat belts
→ Fasten the seat belt.
If the front passenger’s seat is occupied, the front
passenger’s seat belt also needs to be fastened to
make the warning light (war ning buzzer) turn off.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)Parking brake indicator (warning buzzer)*8
Warns the driver to release parking brake.
→ Release the parking brake.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions

5318-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
(If equipped)
Indicates that the moon roof is not fully closed
(with the engine switch off, and the driver’s door
open).A buzzer also sounds.
→ Close the moon roof.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the Crawl Control is not available.
→Select the four-wheel drive control switch
in “4L” and shift the shift lever to D or R.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the Crawl Control is not available.
→Confirm the operating conditions of Crawl
Control. ( →P. 262)
(U.S.A. only)
Indicates that all maintenance according to the
driven distance on the maintenance schedule
*
should be performed soon.
Comes on approximately 4500 miles (7200 km)
after the message has been reset.
→If necessary, perform maintenance.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)

630Alphabetical index
Flat tire...................................... 540
Floor mats .................................. 24
FluidAutomatic transmission......... 577
Brake .................................... 578
Power steering ...................... 578
Washer ................................. 465
Fog lights ................................. 210 Replacing light bulbs............. 497
Switch ................................... 210
Wattage ................................ 580
Four-wheel drive system ........ 247
Front passenger occupant classification system .............. 45
Front personal lights ............... 390
Front seats ............................... 129 Adjustment ............................ 129
Cleaning................................ 441
Correct driving posture ........... 26
Head restraints ..................... 134
Seat heaters ......................... 387
Front side marker lights
Light switch ........................... 206
Replacing light bulbs............. 495
Wattage ................................ 580
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs............. 496
Turn signal lever ................... 204
Wattage ................................ 580
Fuel ........................................... 572 Capacity ................................ 572
Fuel gauge .............................. 88
Fuel pump shut off system.... 513
Information ............................ 581
Refueling............................... 214
Type ...................................... 572
Warning light ......................... 516
Warning message ................. 527 Fuel consumption
Average fuel consumption ................... 94, 98
Current fuel consumption ................... 94, 98
Fuel filler door ......................... 216
Fuel pump shut off system..... 513
Fuses ........................................ 488
Garage door opener ................ 425
Gas station information .......... 640
Gauges ....................................... 88
Glove box ................................. 393
Grocery bag hooks.................. 408
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638Alphabetical index
Tires .......................................... 466Chains................................... 274
Checking ............................... 466
If you have a flat tire ............. 540
Inflation pressure .................. 579
Information ............................ 584
Replacing .............................. 540
Rotating tires......................... 466
Size ....................................... 579
Snow tires ............................. 275
Spare tire .............................. 541
Tire pressure warning system ......... ....................... 467
Warning light ......................... 517
Warning message ......... 525, 527
Tonneau cover ......................... 404
Tools ......................................... 541
Top tether strap ................... 63, 65
Total load capacity .......... 169, 569
Towing
Bumper towing ...................... 179
Dinghy towing ....................... 189
Emergency towing ................ 509
Trailer towing ........................ 170
TRAC (Traction Control) ......... 267
Transmission ........................... 197
Automatic transmission......... 197
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 200
Manual transmission ............. 202
Power mode switch............... 198
S mode ................................. 199
Trip meters ................................. 88
Turn signal lights..................... 204 Replacing light bulbs ................... 496, 499, 501
Turn signal lever ................... 204
Wattage ................................ 580 USB port
*................................. 289
Vanity lights Vanity lights .......................... 410
Wattage ................................ 580
Vanity mirrors .......................... 410
Vehicle data recordings .............. 9
Vehicle identification number ................................... 571
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) ...................................... 267
Voice command system
*....... 367
VSC (Vehicle Stabilit y Control) .... 267
Warning buzzers Brake Override
System ....................... 517, 526
Brake system ................ 514, 523
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 239
Crawl Control ........................ 264
Downshifting ......................... 201
Four-wheel drive control ....... 247
Intuitive parking assist .......... 224
Key reminder ........................ 190
Light reminder....................... 209
Open door..................... 516, 528
Open moon roof............ 153, 531
Parking brake ............... 516, 529
Reverse warning................... 203
Seat belt reminder ................ 516
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