2021 TOYOTA TACOMA wiper fluid

19Pictorial index
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 218
Applying/releasing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 218
Precautions against winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 324
Warning light/warning buzzer/warning message . . . . . . . P. 477, 490
Turn signal lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 217
Headlight switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 219
Headlights/parking lights/tail lights/daytime running lights . . . . P. 219
Fog lights
*4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 228
Windshield wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 229
Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 229
Adding washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 424
Warning messages
*5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 487
Hood lock release lever. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 411
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever . . . . . . . . . . P. 149
Air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 332, 338
Usage (manual type)
*4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 332
Usage (automatic type)
*4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 338
Audio system
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*1: Vehicles without a smart key system
*2: Vehicles with a smart key system
*3: Vehicles with an automatic transmission
*4: If equipped
*5: For Canada only
*6: Refer to “NAVIGATION AND MULTI MEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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2314-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Driving
■The windshield wipers and w asher can be operated when
Vehicles without a smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■ If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washe r fluid in the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.
WARNING
■ Caution regarding the use of washer fluid
When it is cold, do not use the washer fluid until the windshie ld becomes
warm. The fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause low visi bility. This
may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■ When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■ When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over-
heat.
■ When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact your Toyota dealer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

3234-6. Driving tips
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Driving
Winter driving tips
●Use fluids that are appropriate t o the prevailing outside tempera-
tures. • Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspec t the condition of the battery.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of tire
chains for the rear tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains match
the size of the tires.
Perform the following according to the driving conditions:
● Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is fr ozen.
Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe away
the water immediately to p revent it from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in
front of the windshield.
● Check for and remove any excess ic e or snow that may have accu-
mulated on the exterior lights, vehicle’s roof, chassis, around the
tires or on the brakes.
● Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes before
getting in the vehicle.
Accelerate the vehicle slowly, keep a safe distance between you and
the vehicle ahead, and drive at a reduced speed suitable to roa d con-
ditions.
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before
driving the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a ma n-
ner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions.
Preparation for winter
Before driving the vehicle
When driving the vehicle

4076-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Doors• Do the doors operate smoothly?
Engine hood• Does the engine hood lock system work prop-erly?
Fluid leaks• There should not be any signs of fluid leakageafter the vehicle has been parked.
Tires
• Is the tire inflati on pressure correct?
• The tires should not be damaged or exces- sively worn.
• Have the tires been rotated according to the maintenance schedule?
• The wheel nuts should not be loose.
Lights• Do all the lights come on?
Windshield wipers
• The wiper blades should not show any signs
of cracking, splitting, wear, contamination or
deformation.
• The wiper blades should clear the windshield without streaking or skipping.
WARNING
■If the engine is running
Turn the engine off and ensure that there is adequate ventilati on before per-
forming maintenance checks.

607Alphabetical index
Warning buzzersBrake Override System ............................... 486
Brake system ....... ......... 476, 483
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ..... 289
Crawl Control ........................ 314
Downshifting ......................... 214
Four-wheel drive control ....... 297
Intuitive parking assist .......... 284
Key reminder ........................ 202
Light reminder ....................... 222
Open door ............................. 489
Open moon roof ............ 164, 491
Parking brake................ 477, 490
PCS (Pre-Collision System)........ 244
Reverse warning ................... 216
Seat belt reminder ................ 477
Warning lights............................ 93
ABS....................................... 476
Brake system ....... ................. 476
LDA
(Lane Departure Alert)........ 257
Low fuel level ........................ 477
Low speed four-wheel drive indicator ..................... 477
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 476
Master warning light.............. 477
Parking brake indicator ......... 477
PCS (Pre-Collision System)........ 244
Rear differential lock indicator light ...................... 477
Seat belt reminder light ......... 477
Slip indicator ......................... 477
SRS ...................................... 476
Tire pressure......................... 478
Warning messages .................. 483 Washer ..................................... 229
Checking............................... 424
Low windshield washer fluid warning message ............... 487
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 323
Switch ................................... 229
Washing and waxing ............... 396
Weight Cargo capacity...................... 182
Cargo weight rating .............. 585
Gross axle weight rating ....... 586
Gross combination
weight rating ....................... 187
Gross vehicle weight rating .................................. 587
Load limits ............................ 182
Towing capacity ............ 182, 187
Trailer Weight Rating ......................... 182, 187
TWR ............................. 182, 187
Vehicle capacity weight ......................... 182, 535
Wheels Replacing wheels ................. 439
Size....................................... 545
Window lock switch ................ 156
Windows................................... 156 Back window......................... 159
Power back window .............. 160
Power windows..................... 156
Windshield wipers ................... 229
Winter driving tips ................... 323
Wireless charger ..................... 377
Wireless remote control key Locking/Unlocking ................ 119
Replacing the battery............ 445
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*: For vehicles with Audio Plus or Premium Audio, refer to the “ NAVIGA-
TION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”