2018 TOYOTA TACOMA differential

3064-5. Using the driving support systems
Manual transmission
Before using the rear differential lock 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 to see if this is sufficient. If th is has no
effect, additionally use the re ar differential lock system.
Be sure to stop the wheels.
Depress the clutch pedal.
Press the rear differential lock switch.
After the rear differential is locked, the indicator will come on.
Slowly release th e clutch pedal.
Unlock the rear differential as soon as the vehicle moves.
To unlock the rear different ial, press the switch again.
■Locking the rear differential
●When the rear differential is locked, VSC is automatically turn ed off.
(The rear differential lock and VSC off indicators come on.)
● The following systems do not operate when the rear differential is locked. It
is normal operation for the ABS warning light and VSC off indic ator to be on
at this time.
•ABS
• Multi Terrain ABS (if equipped)
• Brake assist system
•VSC
•TRAC
• Pre-Collision System (if equipped)
• Dynamic radar cruise control system (if equipped)
• Cruise control system (if equipped)
• Hill-start assist control (if equipped on 4WD models)
■ The rear differential lock is disengaged when
●Vehicles without a smart key system: When the engine switch is turned to
the “LOCK” position
● Vehicles with a smart key system: When the engine switch is tur ned off
● 4WD models only: Turn the front-wheel drive control switch to “ 2WD” or “4H”
position.
Never forget to turn off the switch after using this feature.
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3074-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
■After unlocking the rear differential
Vehicles without a smart key system
To check that the indicator goes off, turn the engine switch to the “ON” posi-
tion, but do not start the engine.
Vehicles with a smart key system
To check that the indicator goes off, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON
mode, but do not start the engine.
WARNING
■ To avoid an accident
● Do not use the rear differential lock system except when wheel spinning
occurs in a ditch or on a slippery or ragged surface. Large steering effort
and careful cornering control will be required.
● Do not lock the rear differential until the wheels have stopped spinning.
Otherwise, the vehicle may move in an unexpected direction when the dif-
ferential lock is engaged, resulting in an accident. This may also lead to
possible damage to differential lock component parts.
● Do not drive over 5 mph (8 km/h) when the differential is locked.
● Do not keep driving with the rear differential lock switch on.

3094-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
■When the rear differential is l ocked (vehicles with the rear di fferential
lock system)
The active traction control system is activated only when the v ehicle speed is
less than 3 mph (6 km/h).
■ Sounds and vibrations caused by the active traction control sys tem
● A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engin e is
started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound do es not indicate
that a malfunction has occurred in the system.
● Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering. It may occur
when the system is operating.
■ If the brake system overheats
The system will cease operation, a buzzer will sound to alert t he driver. Stop
the vehicle in a safe place. (There is no problem with continuing normal driv-
ing.)
The system will be automatically restored after a short time.
WARNING
■ The active traction control system may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while drivi ng on slip-
pery road surfaces, even if the active traction control system is operating.
Do not drive the vehicle in conditions where stability and powe r may be lost.

3124-5. 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 statin g 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 imp roved 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. 299)
● Rear differential lock ( P. 305)
Selecting modes

3324-6. Driving tips
NOTICE
■To prevent the water damage
Take all necessary safety measures to ensure that water damage to the
engine or other components does not occur.
● Water entering the engine air intake will cause severe engine d amage.
● Water entering the automatic transmission will cause deteriorat ion in shift
quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibrati on, and ulti-
mately damage.
● Water can wash the grease from wheel bearings, causing rusting and pre-
mature failure, and may also enter the differentials, transmission and
transfer case, reducing the gear oil’s lubricating qualities.
■ When you drive through water
If driving through water, such as when crossing shallow streams , first check
the depth of the water and the bottom of the river bed for firm ness. Drive
slowly and avoid deep water.
■ Inspection after off-road driving
● Sand and mud that has accumulated in brake drums and around bra ke
discs may affect braking efficiency and may damage brake system compo-
nents.
● Always perform a maintenance inspection after each day of off-r oad driv-
ing that has taken you through rough terrain, sand, mud, or wat er. For
scheduled maintenance information, refer to the “Scheduled Main tenance
Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.

5678-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
Slip indicator lightIndicates 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.
(Flashes rapidly)
Rear differential lock indicator light*2
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*2
Indicates a malfunction in the four-wheel drive system
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
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)*3
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 (warning buzzer) turn off.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)Parking brake indicator (warning buzzer)*4
Warns the driver to release parking brake.
 Release the parking brake.
Master warning light (warning buzzer)
A buzzer sounds and the warning light comes on and
flashes to indicate that the master warning system has
detected a malfunction.
 P. 573
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions

5788-2. Steps to take in an emergency
(4WD models only)
Indicates that the transfer mode may not suc-
cessfully change.
Operate the front-wheel drive control
switch again. ( P. 299)
(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 drive control switch to
“2WD” ( P. 299) 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. 314)
Warning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
(Flashes)
(Flashes)

6309-1. Specifications
*1: Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at
the factory. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or
an equivalent oil of matching quality to satisfy the above specification.
Please contact your Toyota dealer for further details.
*2: Except for GRN330L-PRTSHA, GRN330L-PRTLHA, GRN310L-PRTSHA and GRN310L-PRTLHA models
*6 without rear differential lock system
*3: For GRN330L-PRTSHA, GRN330L -PRTLHA, GRN310L-PRTSHA and
GRN310L-PRTLHA models
*6 without rear differential lock system
*4: Except for GRN330L-PRTSHA, GRN330L-PRTLHA, GRN310L-PRTSHA and GRN310L-PRTLHA models
*6 with rear differential lock system
*5: For GRN330L-PRTSHA and GRN310L-PRTSHA models*6 with rear differ-
ential lock system
*6: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. ( P. 625)
Electrical system
Battery
Open voltage at 68F
(20 C):
12.3V or higher
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the engine
and all lights are turned off.
After charging the battery, turn on the high beam
headlights for 30 seconds with the engine switch
to the “LOCK” position [vehicles without a smart
key system] or off [vehicles with a smart key sys-
tem], and turn the headlights off.)
Charging rates5 A max.
Differential
Oil capacity
(Reference)
Front (4WD models) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp.qt.)
Rear
Vehicles with an automatic trans-
mission
3.1 qt. (2.9 L, 2.6 Imp.qt.)
*2
3.22 qt. (3.05 L, 2.68 Imp.qt.)*3
4.0 qt. (3.8 L, 3.3 Imp.qt.)*4
4.2 qt. (4.0 L, 3.5 Imp.qt.)*5
Vehicles with a manual transmis-
sion
4.0 qt. (3.8 L, 3.3 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosity*1Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil
LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent