2021 TOYOTA TACOMA flat tire

5578-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which
a tire may be inflated, shown on the sidewall
of the tire
Recommended infla-
tion pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of auto-
matic transmission, power steering, power
brakes, power windows, power seats, radio
and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded vehi-
cle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant
weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
*
that follows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci-
fied in the third column of Table 1
* below
Production options
weight
The combined weight of installed regular pro-
duction options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in
excess of the standard items which they
replace, not previously considered in curb
weight or accessory weight, including heavy
duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy
duty battery, and special trim

5588-1. Specifications
Rim
A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube
assembly upon which the tire beads are
seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter)Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designationRim diameter and width
Rim type designationThe industry manufacturer’s designation for a
rim by style or code
Rim widthNominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity
weight (Total load
capacity)The rated cargo and l uggage load plus 150 lb.
(68 kg) times the vehicle’s designated seating
capacity
Vehicle maximum load
on the tire
The load on an individual tire that is deter-
mined by distributing to each axle its share of
the maximum loaded vehicle weight, and
dividing by two
Vehicle normal load on
the tire
The load on an individual tire that is deter-
mined by distributing to each axle its share of
curb weight, accessory weight, and normal
occupant weight (distributed in accordance
with Table 1
* below), and dividing by two
Weather sideThe surface area of the rim not covered by the
inflated tire
Bead
The part of the tire that is made of steel wires,
wrapped or reinforced by ply cords and that is
shaped to fit the rim
Bead separationA breakdown of the bond between compo-
nents in the bead
Bias ply tire
A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that
extend to the beads are laid at alternate
angles substantially less than 90 degrees to
the centerline of the tread
CarcassThe tire structure, except tread and sidewall
rubber which, when inflated, bears the load
ChunkingThe breaking away of pieces of the tread or
sidewall
CordThe strands forming th e plies in the tire
Tire related termMeaning

5598-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Cord separationThe parting of cords from adjacent rubber
compounds
CrackingAny parting within the tread, sidewall, or inner-
liner of the tire extending to cord material
CT
A pneumatic tire with an inverted flange tire
and rim system in which the rim is designed
with rim flanges pointed radially inward and
the tire is designed to fit on the underside of
the rim in a manner that encloses the rim
flanges inside the air cavity of the tire
Extra load tire
A tire designed to operate at higher loads and
at higher inflation pressures than the corre-
sponding standard tire
GrooveThe space between two adjacent tread ribs
Innerliner
The layer(s) forming the inside surface of a
tubeless tire that contains the inflating medium
within the tire
Innerliner separationThe parting of the innerliner from cord material
in the carcass
Intended outboard
sidewall
(a) The sidewall that contains a whitewall,bears white lettering, or bears manufac-
turer, brand, and/or model name molding
that is higher or deeper than the same
molding on the other sidewall of the tire, or
(b) The outward facing sidewall of an asym- metrical tire that has a particular side that
must always face outward when mounted
on a vehicle
Light truck (LT) tire
A tire designated by its manufacturer as pri-
marily intended for use on lightweight trucks
or multipurpose passenger vehicles
Load ratingThe maximum load that a tire is rated to carry
for a given inflation pressure
Maximum load ratingThe load rating for a tire at the maximum per-
missible inflation pressure for that tire
Maximum permissible
inflation pressureThe maximum cold inflation pressure to which
a tire may be inflated
Measuring rimThe rim on which a tire is fitted for physical
dimension requirements
Tire related termMeaning

5608-1. Specifications
Open spliceAny parting at any junction of tread, sidewall,
or innerliner that extends to cord material
Outer diameterThe overall diameter of an inflated new tire
Overall width
The linear distance between the exteriors of
the sidewalls of an inflated tire, including ele-
vations due to labeling, decorations, or protec-
tive bands or ribs
Passenger car tire
A tire intended for use on passenger cars,
multipurpose passenger vehicles, and trucks,
that have a gross vehicle weight rating
(GVWR) of 10,000 lb. or less.
PlyA layer of rubber-coated parallel cords
Ply separationA parting of rubber compound between adja-
cent plies
Pneumatic tire
A mechanical device made of rubber, chemi-
cals, fabric and steel or other materials, that,
when mounted on an automotive wheel, pro-
vides the traction and co ntains the gas or fluid
that sustains the load
Radial ply tire
A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that
extend to the beads are laid at substantially 90
degrees to the centerline of the tread
Reinforced tire
A tire designed to operate at higher loads and
at higher inflation pressures than the corre-
sponding standard tire
Section width
The linear distance between the exteriors of
the sidewalls of an inflated tire, excluding ele-
vations due to labeling, decoration, or protec-
tive bands
SidewallThat portion of a tire between the tread and
bead
Sidewall separationThe parting of the rubber compound from the
cord material in the sidewall
Tire related termMeaning

593What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. ( P. 88)
●Vehicles without a smart key system:
To stop the alarm, turn the engine switch to the “ON” position or start the
engine.
●Vehicles with a smart key system:
To stop the alarm, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode o r start
the engine.
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message or indicator is dis-
played, refer to P. 476, 483.
●Stop the vehicle in a safe place and replace the flat tire with the spare tire.
( P. 505)
●Try the procedure for when the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, di rt, or
snow. ( P. 530)
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
(vehicles with an alarm)
A warning light turns on or a warning message or indicator
is displayed
When a problem has occurred
If you have a flat tire
The vehicle becomes stuck

597Alphabetical index
EDR (Event data recorder) ........ 11
Electronic key .......................... 112Battery-saving function ......... 133
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 522
Replacing the battery ............ 445
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 522
If the engine will not start ...... 520
If the vehicle is trapped
in rising water ..................... 469
If the vehicle battery is
discharged .......................... 524
If the warning buzzer sounds ................................ 476
If the warning light turns on ....................................... 476
If the warning message
is displayed......................... 483
If you have a flat tire ............. 505
If you think something is wrong .............................. 474
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 530
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 467
If your vehicle needs
to be towed ......................... 470
If your vehicle overheats ....... 528 Emergency flashers ................ 466
Engine
Compartment ........................ 413
Engine switch ............... 201, 204
Hood ..................................... 411
How to start the engine ........................ 201, 204
Identification number ............ 537
If the engine will not start ...... 520
Ignition switch (engine switch) ........... 201, 204
Immobilizer system .. ............... 78
Overheating .......................... 528
Engine coolant......................... 417 Capacity................................ 541
Checking............................... 417
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 323
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ....................................... 98
Engine immobilizer system ...... 78
Engine oil ................................. 415 Capacity................................ 539
Checking............................... 415
Oil level warning message.... 486
Oil pressure warning message............................. 484
Preparing and checking
before winter ...................... 323
Engine switch (ignition switch) ............ 201, 204
Engine switch light (ignition switch light) ............ 347
Event data recorder (EDR)........ 11
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*: For vehicles with Audio Plus or Premium Audio, refer to the “ NAVIGA-
TION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”

598Alphabetical index
Flat tire...................................... 505
Floor mats .................................. 26
FluidAutomatic transmission......... 543
Brake .................................... 544
Power steering ...................... 544
Washer ................................. 424
Fog lights ................................. 228 Replacing light bulbs............. 457
Switch ................................... 228
Wattage ................................ 547
Four-wheel drive system ........ 297
Front passenger occupant classification system .............. 48
Front personal lights ............... 348
Front seats ............................... 139 Adjustment ............................ 139
Cleaning................................ 400
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Head restraints ..................... 145
Seat heaters ......................... 345
Front side marker lights
Light switch ........................... 219
Replacing light bulbs............. 455
Wattage ................................ 547
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs............. 456
Turn signal lever ................... 217
Wattage ................................ 547
Fuel ........................................... 538 Capacity ................................ 538
Fuel gauge .............................. 98
Fuel pump shut off system.... 475
Information ............................ 548
Refueling............................... 232
Type ...................................... 538
Warning light ......................... 477
Warning message ................. 487 Fuel consumption
Average fuel consumption ............... 103, 109
Current fuel consumption ............... 103, 109
Fuel filler door ......................... 234
Fuel pump shut off system..... 475
Fuses ........................................ 448
Garage door opener ................ 383
Gas station information .......... 608
Gauges ....................................... 98
Glove box ................................. 351
Grocery bag hooks.................. 366
Hands-free system (for cellular phone)
*
Head restraints ........................ 145
Headlights ................................ 219 Automatic High Beam ........... 223
Light switch ........................... 219
Replacing light bulbs .... 453, 454
Wattage ................................ 547
Heaters Automatic air conditioning system .......... ...................... 338
Manual air conditioning system .......... ...................... 332
Seat heaters ......................... 345
Outside rear view
mirrors ........................ 334, 341
High mounted stoplight
Replacing.............................. 461
Wattage ................................ 547
Hill-start assist control ........... 318
Hood ......................................... 411
Hooks Deck hooks ........................... 361
Grocery bag hooks ............... 366
Retaining hooks (floor mat) .... 26
Horn .......................................... 149
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604Alphabetical index
Side marker lights ................... 219Light switch ........................... 219
Replacing light bulbs..... 455, 459
Wattage ................................ 547
Side mirrors ............................. 154 Adjusting and folding ............ 154
BSM (Blind spot monitor) ...... 289
Side turn signal lights ............. 217 Replacing light bulbs............. 462
Turn signal lever ................... 217
Smart key system .................... 131 Antenna location ................... 131
Entry functions ...................... 120
Starting the engine................ 204
Warning message ................. 499
Snow tires ................................ 325
Spare tire .................................. 505
Inflation pressure .................. 545
Replacing .............................. 505
Storage location .................... 506
Spark plug ................................ 541
Specifications .......................... 534
Speech command system
*
Speedometer .............................. 98
Steering Column lock release ..... 202, 207
Warning message ................. 502
Steering wheel
Adjustment ............................ 149
Audio remote control switches
*
Meter control switches .......... 103 Steering wheel audio
switches
*
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 459
Wattage ................................ 547
Storage box.............................. 355
Storage feature ........................ 350
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 530
Sun visors ................................ 368
Switches Active traction control
switch ................................. 306
Audio remote control switches
*
Automatic High Beam ........... 223
BSM (Blind spot monitor) main switch ........................ 289
Cargo lamp main switch ....... 349
“CLUTCH START CANCEL” switch ................ 316
Crawl Control switch ............. 312
Cruise control switch ............ 279
Door lock switches................ 121
Dynamic radar cruise control switch ..................... 265
Emergency flashers switch ... 466
Engine switch ............... 201, 204
Fog light switch ..................... 228
Front-wheel drive control
switch ................................. 297
Garage door opener switches ............................. 383