2017 TOYOTA TACOMA warning light

5248-2. 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 ligh t 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. 563
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

5258-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Indicates a malfunction in:• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspect ed by your Toyota
dealer.
Indicates a malfunction in: • The VSC system;
• Trailer Sway Control system (if equipped);
• The TRAC system;
• The hill-start assist control system (ifequipped);
• The active traction control system (if equipped);
• The AUTO LSD system; or
• The Crawl Control system (if equipped)
→ Have the vehicle inspect ed by your Toyota
dealer.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the tire pressure moni-
toring system. The tire pressure warning light comes on after
flashing for 1 minute.
→ Have the vehicle inspect ed by your Toyota
dealer.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
(U.S.A.) (Canada)
(Flashes and then
remains on)

5288-2. Steps to take in an emergency
(4WD models only)
Indicates that the front differential oil temperature
is too high.
→Drop your speed or stop the vehicle until
the message and light go off. If the mes-
sage and light do not go off, contact your
Toyota dealer.
(4WD models only)
Indicates that the front differential oil temperature
is too high.
→ Turn the front-wheel dr ive control switch to
“2WD” ( →P. 247) and drop your speed or
stop the vehicle until the message and light
go off. If the message and light do not go
off, contact your Toyota dealer.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the Crawl Control is canceled while
in use. A buzzer also sounds.
→ Use the Crawl Control under the proper
operating conditions. ( →P. 262)
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.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
(Flashes)

5308-2. Steps to take in an emergency
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the smart key system.A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspect ed by your Toyota
dealer.
(If equipped)
Indicates that a Blind Spot Monitor sensor or the
surrounding area on the bumper is dirty or cov-
ered with ice. A buzzer also sounds.
→ Clean the sensor and its surrounding area
on the bumper.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the BSM (Blind Spot
Monitor) system. A buzzer also sounds.
→ Have the vehicle inspect ed by your Toyota
dealer.
Indicates that the engine switch is turned to the
“LOCK” or “ACC” position (vehicles without a
smart key system), or off or ACCESSORY mode
(vehicles with a smart key system) and the
driver’s door is opened while the lights are turned
on.
→ Turn the lights off.
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
(Flashes)

5348-2. Steps to take in an emergency
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning message and light go off.
Have the malfunction repaired immediately. (vehicles with a
smart key system)
Interior buzzerExterior buzzerWarning messageDetails/Actions
Contin-
uous ⎯ The driver’s door was opened
when the shift lever was not in
P and the engine switch was
not turned off.
→
Shift the shift lever to P.
Contin-
uousContin-
uous
The driver’s door was opened
and closed while the elec-
tronic key was not in the vehi-
cle, the shift lever was not in P
and the engine switch was not
turned off.
→Shift the shift lever to P.
→ Bring the electronic key
back into the vehicle.
(Flashes)
(Displayed alternately)
(Flashes)

5388-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Once⎯
Indicates that:
• With the engine switch off,the doors were unlocked
and then the driver’s door
was opened and closed
• The engine switch was
turned to ACCESSORY
mode without starting the
engine
→ Press the engine switch
while depressing the
brake pedal.
Once⎯
The engine switch has been
turned off with the shift lever in
a position other than P.
→Shift the shift lever to P.
Once⎯
After the engine switch has
been turned off with the shift
lever in a position other than
P, the shift lever has been
shifted to P.
→Turn the engine switch
off.
⎯⎯
Power was turned off due to
the automatic power off func-
tion.
→Next time when starting
the engine, increase the
engine speed slightly and
maintain that level for
approximately 5 minutes
to recharge the battery.
Interior
buzzerExterior buzzerWarning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
(Flashes)

5528-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■The temporary spare tire
●The temporary spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE
ONLY” on the disc wheel.
Use the temporary spare tire temporarily, and only in an emergency.
●Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure of the temporary spare
tire. (→P. 579)
■After completing the tire change (vehicles with the tire pressure
warning system)
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. ( →P. 468)
■When using the temporary spare tire (vehicles with the tire pressure
warning system)
As the temporary spare tire is not equipped with the tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be
indicated by the tire pressure warning system. Also, if you replace the
temporary spare tire after the tire pressure warning light comes on, the
light remains on.
■If you have a flat rear tire on a road covered with snow or ice
Install the temporary spare tire on one of the front wheels of the vehicle.
Perform the following steps and fit tire chains to the rear tires:
Replace a front tire with the temporary spare tire.
Replace the flat rear tire with the tire removed from the front of the
vehicle.
Fit tire chains to the rear tires.
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5628-2. Steps to take in an emergency
WARNING
■Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the battery:
● Make sure each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that
it is not unintentionally in contact with any other than the intended terminal.
● Do not allow the other end of the jumper cable connected to the “+” termi-
nal to come into contact with any other parts or metal surfaces in the area,
such as brackets or unpainted metal.
● Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jumper cables to come into contact
with each other.
● Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near
the battery.
■ Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while
related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following pre-
cautions when handling the battery:
● When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care
not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing
or the vehicle body.
● Do not lean over the battery.
● In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention
can be received.
● Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, an\
d
other battery-related parts.
● Do not allow children near the battery.
■ To prevent damage to the vehicle
Do not pull- or push-start the vehicle as the three-way catalytic conver\
ter
may overheat and become a fire hazard.
NOTICE
■When handling jumper cables
When connecting the jumper cables, ensure that they do not become entan-
gled in the cooling fan or belt.