2018 TOYOTA TUNDRA brake

1002. Instrument cluster
Multi-infor mation display
The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of vehi-
cle data.
● Menu icons
Displays the following informa-
tion when an icon is selected.
Some of the information may be
displayed automatically
depending on the situation.
Drive information
Select to display various drive data. ( P. 101)
Navigation system-linked display*
Select to display the following navigation system-linked information.
• Route guidance
• Compass display (north-up display/heading-up display)
Audio system-linked display
Select to enable selection of an audio source or track on the m eter
using the meter control switches.
Vehicle information
Select to display the operational status of the following syste ms:
• LDA (Lane Departure Alert)
* ( P. 244)
• Dynamic radar cruise control
* ( P. 252)
• Tire inflation pressure ( P. 496)
• Trailer brake controller
* ( P. 308)
Display contents

1032. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
●BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)*1 (→P. 627)
Select to enable/disable the Blind Spot Monitor function.
● RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert)
*1 (→P. 627)
Select to enable/disable the Rear Cross Traffic Alert function.
● Vehicle Settings
• BSM Brightness*1 (P. 627)
Select to set up the BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) outside rear view mirror
indicators brightness.
•RCTA volume
*1 ( P. 627)
Select to set up the RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) warning buzzer vol-
ume.
• TBC Trailer Type
*1 ( P. 628)
Select to set up the trailer brake type.
• Maintenance reset
*2 ( P. 477)
Select to reset the message after the required maintenance is p er-
formed.

1273-3. Adjusting the seats
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Operation of each component
WARNING
■When raising the bottom cushion
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
● Do not raise the bottom cushion while driving.
● Stop the vehicle on level ground, set the parking brake and shi ft the shift
lever to P.
■ When bottom cushion is raised
Do not allow passengers to sit on raised bottom cushion or plac e anything
on storage box (Double Cab models) 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.
● Make sure the bottom cushions are securely locked.
● Check that the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seat .
● Arrange the seat belts in the proper positions for ready use.
● Make sure that there are no objects under the seat cushion or on the load-
ing floor.
NOTICE
■Before raising the bottom cushion
● Make sure that there are no objects, such as cushions, on the seat cush-
ion.
● The seat belts must be stowed.

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4Driving
4-1. Before drivingDriving the vehicle ............. 160
Cargo and luggage ........... 168
Vehicle load limits ............. 171
Trailer towing..................... 173
Dinghy towing ................... 194
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch ..... 195
Automatic transmission ..... 197
Turn signal lever................ 204
Parking brake .................... 205
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 206
Automatic High Beam ....... 211
Fog light switch ................. 216
Windshield wipers and washer ............................ 217
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap .................................. 220 4-5. Using the driving support
systems
Toyota Safety Sense P ..... 224
PCS (Pre-Collision System)........................... 231
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ............................... 244
Dynamic radar cruise control ............................. 252
Cruise control .................... 266
Intuitive parking assist....... 270
Rear view monitor system ............................ 277
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ........ 286
Four-wheel drive system ... 296
AUTO LSD system............ 299
Driving assist systems ...... 301
Trailer brake controller ...... 308
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips ............. 312
Off-road precautions ......... 316

1604-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle
P. 1 9 5
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to D. ( P. 1 9 7 )
Release the parking brake. ( P. 2 0 5 )
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accele ra-
tor pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
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. 197)
With the shift lever in D , depress the brake pedal.
Set the parking brake ( P. 205), and shift the shift lever to P
(  P. 197).
Turn the engine switch to the “LOC K” 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.
Make sure that the parking brake is set and shift the shift lev er to D.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
Release the parking brake.
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe
driving:
Starting the engine
Driving
Stopping
Parking the vehicle
Starting off on a steep uphill
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1614-1. Before driving
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Driving
■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 r ain,
because there may be a layer of water between the tires and the road sur-
face, preventing the steering and brakes from operating properl y.
■ Engine speed while driving
In the following conditions, the engine speed may become high w hile 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 TOW/HAUL mode is select ed (if
equipped)
■ Restraining the engine out put (Brake Override System)
● When the accelerator and brake pedals are depressed at the same time, the
engine output may be restrained.
● A warning message is displayed on the multi-information display while the
system is operating.
■ Restraining sudden start (Drive-Start Control)
● When the following unusual operation is performed, the engine o utput may
be restrained.
• When the shift lever is shifted from R to D, D to R, N to R, P to D, or P to
R (D includes S) with the accelerator pedal depressed, a warnin g mes-
sage appears on the multi-information display.
• When the accelerator pedal is depressed too much while the veh icle is in
reverse.
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While Drive-Start Control is being activated, your vehicle may have trouble
escaping from the mud or fresh snow. In such case, perform the following
actions to cancel Drive-Start Co ntrol so that the vehicle may become able to
escape from the mud or fresh snow.
•Deactivate TRAC (P. 304)
• When the AUTO LSD system is turned on. (P. 299)
• 4WD models: The four-wheel drive control switch is in “4L” pos ition.
(P. 296)

1624-1. Before driving
■Breaking in your new Toyota
To extend the life of the vehicle, observing the following prec autions 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.
■ Drum-in-disc type parking brake system
Your vehicle has a drum-in-disc type parking brake system. This type of brake
system needs bedding-down of the brake shoes periodically or wh enever the
parking brake shoes and/or drum are replaced. Have your Toyota dealer per-
form the bedding down operation.
■ Operating your vehicle in a foreign country
Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability
of the correct fuel. ( P. 610)
■ 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.

1634-1. Before driving
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Driving
WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When starting the vehicle
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 b rake
pedal will result in sudden acceleration that may lead to an accident.
• When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to di fficulty
in operating the pedals. Make sure to operate the pedals proper ly.
• Make sure to keep a correct driving posture even when moving t he
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. Thes e 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 contro l, but the
power assist to these systems will be lost. This will make it m ore difficult to
steer and brake, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle a s soon as it
is safe to do so.
However, in the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes im possible
to stop the vehicle in the normal way: P. 539
● 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. 197)
● 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.