2023 TOYOTA TACOMA battery

5337-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
WARNING
■Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally ignit ing the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the battery:
● Make sure each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that
it is not unintentionally in contact with any other than the in tended terminal.
● Do not allow the other end of the jumper cable connected to the “+” termi-
nal to come into contact with any other parts or metal surfaces in the area,
such as brackets or unpainted metal.
● Do not allow the + and - clamps of the jumper cables to come into contact
with each other.
● Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open fla me near
the battery.
■ Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while
related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following pre-
cautions when handling the battery:
● When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care
not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing
or the vehicle body.
● Do not lean over the battery.
● In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention
can be received.
● Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and
other battery-related parts.
● Do not allow children near the battery.
■ To prevent damage to the vehicle
Do not pull- or push-start the vehicle as the three-way catalytic converter
may overheat and become a fire hazard.
NOTICE
■When handling jumper cables
When connecting the jumper cables, ensure that they do not beco me entan-
gled in the cooling fan or belt.

5488-1. 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. 543)
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

5638-1. 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

5748-2. Customization
■Seat Belt Reminder Buzzer (P. 483)
■Rear seat reminder ( P. 125)
■Vehicle customization
●When the speed-detecting automatic door lock function and shift position
linked door locking function (shifting gears to a position other than P locks
all doors) are both on, the door lock operates as follows.
• When shifting the shift lever to any position other than P, al l the doors will
be locked.
• If the vehicle is started with all the doors locked, the speed-detecting auto-
matic door lock function would not operate.
• If the vehicle is started with any the door unlocked, the speed-detecting automatic door lock function will operate.
● When the doors remain closed after unlocking the doors and the automatic
door lock function (Time elapsed before the automatic door lock function is
activated if a door is not opened after being unlocked) activates, the signals
will be generated in accordance with operation signal (buzzers) and the
operation signal (emergency flashers) settings.
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Vehicle speed linked seat belt
reminder buzzerOnOff — — O
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Indication to prevent mis-
placement in the rear seatOnOff O — —
WARNING
■ During customization
As the engine needs to be running during customization, ensure that the
vehicle is parked in a place with adequate ventilation. In a closed area such
as a garage, exhaust gases including harmful carbon monoxide (CO) may
collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to death or seriou s health haz-
ard.
NOTICE
■ During customization
To prevent battery discharge, ensure that the engine is running while cus-
tomizing features.
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5758-3. Items to initialize
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Vehicle specifications
Items to initialize
*1: If equipped
*2: For U.S.A. only
The following items must be initialized for normal system opera-
tion after such cases as the battery being reconnected, or main -
tenance being performed on the vehicle:
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Moon roof*1• After reconnecting or chang- ing the battery
• After changing a fuse
P. 165
Maintenance required
reminder message indicat-
ing maintenance is
required
*2
• After the maintenance is per- formedP. 410
Tire pressure warning sys-
tem
*1• When rotating the tires.
• When changing the tire size.P. 433

596What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●If you lose your keys or mechanical keys, new genuine mechanical keys
can be made by your Toyota dealer. ( P. 115)
●If you lose your keys or electronic keys, the risk of vehicle t heft increases
significantly. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. ( P. 118)
●Is the key battery weak or depleted? (P. 451)
●Vehicles with a smart key system:
Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the engine switch off. ( P. 206)
●Vehicles with a smart key system:
Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that you have the electronic key on
your person.
●The function may not operate properly due to the condition of t he radio
wave. ( P. 134)
●Is the child-protector lock set?
The rear door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle when the lock is
set. Open the rear door from outside and then unlock the child-protector
lock. ( P. 123)
If you have a problem, check the following before contacting
your Toyota dealer.
The doors cannot be locked, unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The doors cannot be locked or unlocked
The rear door cannot be opene d (Double Cab models only)

597What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●Vehicles with an automatic transmission:
Is the shift lever in P? (P. 202)
●Vehicles with a manual transmission:
Do you turn the key with the clutch pedal depressed firmly? ( P. 202)
●Is the battery discharged? (P. 530)
●Did you press the engine switch while firmly depressing the bra ke pedal?
( P. 205)
●Is the shift lever in P? ( P. 208)
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? ( P. 132)
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? (P. 208)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a temporary way. ( P. 528)
●Is the battery discharged? (P. 530)
●Vehicles without a smart key system:
Is the engine switch in the “ON” position?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake p edal with the
engine switch in the “ON” position. ( P. 214)
●Vehicles with a smart key system:
Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake p edal with the
engine switch in IGNITION ON mode. ( P. 214)
If you think something is wrong
The engine does not start
(vehicles without a smart key system)
The engine does not start
(vehicles with a smart key system)
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress
the brake pedal (vehicles with an automatic transmission)

601Alphabetical index
Back windowBack window ......................... 159
Power back window .............. 160
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 466
Wattage ................................ 553
Battery ...................................... 428
If the vehicle battery is discharged .......................... 530
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 329
Warning message ................. 490
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ....... 292
Bluetooth
®*
Bottle holders .......................... 360
Brake
Fluid ...................................... 425
Parking brake........................ 219
Warning buzzer..................... 482
Warning light ......................... 482
Warning message ................. 489
Brake assist ............................. 323
Brake Override System ........... 170
Break-in tips ............................. 171
Brightness control
Instrument panel light control................................... 99
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 292
Blind Spot Monitor function ............................... 294
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
function ............................... 297 Camper information ................ 590
Care .................................. 402, 406
Aluminum wheels ................. 403
Exterior ................................. 402
Interior .................................. 406
Seat belts.............................. 407
Cargo capacity......................... 182
Cargo lamp
Light switch ........................... 355
Replacing light bulbs ............ 469
Certification label .................... 543
Chains ...................................... 330
Child restraint system............... 54 Booster seats, definition ......... 55
Booster seats, installation....... 65
Convertible seats, definition ... 55
Convertible seats, installation ...................... 63, 64
Front passenger occupant
classification syst em ............ 48
Infant seats, definition............. 55
Infant seats, installation .......... 63
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ...... 61, 62
Installing CRS with
seat belts .............................. 63
Installing CRS with top tether strap ............... 66, 68
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*: For vehicles with Audio Plus or Premium Audio, refer to the “ NAVIGA-
TION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”