2020 TOYOTA TACOMA brake

1764-1. Before driving
NOTICE
■When driving the vehicle
● Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same tim e during
driving, as this may restrain the engine output.
Vehicles with an automatic transmission
● Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake
pedals at the same time to hold the vehicle on a hill.
Vehicles with a manual transmission
● Do not shift gears unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. After shifting,
do not release the clutch abruptly. Doing so may damage the clutch, trans-
mission and gears.
● Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving.
Doing so may cause clutch trouble.
● Do not use any gear other than the first gear when starting off and moving
forward.
Doing so may damage the clutch.
● Do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle when stopping on an uphill grade.
Doing so may damage the clutch.
● Do not shift the shift lever to R when the vehicle is still moving. Doing so
may damage the clutch, transmission and gears.
■ When parking the vehicle (vehicles with an automatic transmissi on)
Always set the parking brake, and shift the shift lever to P. Failure to do so
may cause the vehicle to move or the vehicle may move suddenly if the
accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed.
■ Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
● Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and ho ld it there for
an extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering pump.
● When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.

1774-1. Before driving
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Driving
NOTICE
■If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down the vehi-
cle.
● It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
● The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations.
● The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire ( P. 504)
■ When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain, etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
● Engine stalling
● Short in electrical components
● Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle i s flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following:
● Brake function
● Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, trans-
mission, transfer (4WD models) differentials, etc.
● Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspe nsion joints
(where possible), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

1834-1. Before driving
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Driving
Trailer towing
Contact your Toyota dealer for further information about additi onal
requirements such as a towing kit, etc.
Your vehicle is designed primarily as a passenger-and-load-car-
rying vehicle. Towing a trailer can have an adverse impact on
handling, performance, braking, durability, and fuel consump-
tion. For your safety and the safety of others, you must not ov er-
load your vehicle or trailer. You must also ensure that you are
using appropriate towing equipm ent, that the towing equipment
has been installed correctly a nd used properly, and that you
employ the requisite driving habits. (P. 198)
Vehicle-trailer stability and braking performance are affected by
trailer stability, brake performance and setting, trailer brake s,
the hitch and hitch systems (if equipped).
To tow a trailer safely, use extreme care and drive the vehicle in
accordance with your trailer’s characteristics and operating
conditions.
Toyota warranties do not apply to damage or malfunction
caused by towing a trailer for commercial purposes.

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Driving
■TWR (Trailer Weight Rating)
The maximum allowable gross
trailer weight. The gross trailer
weight is the sum of the trailer
weight and the weight of the
cargo in the trailer.
TWR is calculated assuming
base vehicle with one driver,
one front passenger, towing
package (if available), hitch and
hitch systems (if required).
Additional optional equipment, passengers and cargo in the vehicle will
reduce the trailer weight rating so as not to exceed GCWR, GVWR and
GAWR.
If the gross trailer weight exceeds 3000 lb. (1360 kg), it is r ecommended
to use a trailer with 2 or more axles.
■
Unbraked TWR (Unbraked Trailer Weight Rating)
The trailer weight rating for tow-
ing a trailer without a trailer ser-
vice brake system.
■Tongue Weight
The load placed on the trailer
hitch ball. ( P. 189)
(With brakes)
(Without brakes)

1864-1. Before driving
●The gross trailer weight must never exceed the TWR described in
the table. ( P. 1 8 7 )
● The gross combination weight must never exceed the GCWR
described in the table. ( P. 1 8 7 )
● The gross vehicle weight must never exceed the GVWR indicated
on the Certification Label.
● The gross axle weight on each axle must never exceed the GAWR
indicated on the Certification Label.
● If the gross trailer weight is over the unbraked TWR, trailer s ervice
brakes are required.
● If the gross trailer weight is over 2000 lb. (907 kg), a sway c ontrol
device with sufficient capacity is required.
● If the gross trailer weight is over 5000 lb. (2268 kg), a weigh t distrib-
uting hitch with suffici ent capacity is required.
Weight limits
Access Cab modelsDouble Cab models

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Driving
Confirm that the gross trailer weight, gross combination weight, gross
vehicle weight, gross axle weight and tongue weight are all within the
limits.
■GCWR* and TWR*
Access Cab models
*1: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. (P. 535)
GCWR, TWR, Unbraked TWR, Fifth wheel and Gooseneck towing
TWR
*: These models meet the tow-vehicle trailering requirement of SAE International per SAE J2807.
Model code*1EngineDriving
systemGCWRTWR
TRN265L-CRTSKA 2TR-FE
engine 2WD
7740 lb.
(3510 kg) 3500 lb.
(1590 kg)
TRN245L-CRTSKA 4WD7980 lb.
(3615 kg) 3500 lb.
(1590 kg)
GRN325L-CRTSHA 2GR-FKS engine 2WD
11270 lb.
(5110 kg) 6800 lb.
(3085 kg)
GRN305L-CRFSHA 4WD11230 lb.
(5090 kg) 6500 lb.
(2950 kg)
GRN305L-CRTSHA 11310 lb.
(5130 kg) 6500 lb.
(2950 kg)

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Double Cab models
*1: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. (P. 535)
■Unbraked TWR*
1000 lb. (450 kg)
■Fifth wheel and gooseneck towing TWR*
Toyota does not recommend fifth wheel and gooseneck towing.
Model code*1EngineDriving
systemGCWRTWR
TRN265L-PRTSKA 2TR-FE
engine
2WD7870 lb.
(3565 kg) 3500 lb.
(1590 kg)
GRN325L-PRTSHA
2GR-FKS engine 11300 lb.

(5125 kg)
6700 lb.
(3040 kg)
GRN325L-PRTLHA 11250 lb.

(5100 kg)6600 lb.
(2995 kg)
GRN330L-PRTSHA 11240 lb.

(5095 kg)6600 lb.
(2995 kg)
GRN330L-PRTLHA 11290 lb.

(5120 kg)6600 lb.
(2995 kg)
GRN305L-PRFSHA
4WD11260 lb.

(5105 kg)
6400 lb.
(2900 kg)
GRN305L-PRTSHA 11240 lb.

(5095 kg)6400 lb.
(2900 kg)
GRN305L-PRTLHA 11300 lb.

(5125 kg)6400 lb.
(2900 kg)
GRN310L-PRTSHA 11290 lb.

(5120 kg)6400 lb.
(2900 kg)
GRN310L-PRTLHA 11040 lb.

(5005 kg)6000 lb.
(2725 kg)
*: These models meet the tow-vehicle trailering requirement of SAE
International per SAE J2807.

1924-1. Before driving
Use the wire harness stored in the
rear end of the vehicle.
The tow lighting system is
designed for 54 watts/4.5 amps of
electrical current per side (right
and left) for the trailer brake/turn
light functions.
Please contact your Toyota dealer
with any questions or concerns.
■ Service connector for towing br ake controller (vehicles with a towing
package)
Connecting trailer lights
Your vehicle is equipped with a service
connector for the trailer brake controller
as shown.