Toyota Tacoma (2005–2015) Owners Manual: Engine (ignition) switch
■ Engine switch
LOCK
The steering wheel is locked and the key can be removed.
(Vehicles with an automatic transmission: The key can be removed only when the shift lever is in P.)
ACC
Some electrical components such as the audio system can be used.
ON
All electrical components can be used.
START
For starting the engine.
■ Starting the engine
Automatic transmission
Check that the parking brake is
set.
Check that the shift lever is set
in P.
Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly
depress the brake pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the START
position and start the engine.
Manual transmission
Check that the parking brake is
set.
Check that the shift lever is set
in N.
Firmly depress the brake pedal and
clutch pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the START
position and start the engine.
■Turning the key from ACC to LOCK
Shift the shift lever to P (automatic
transmission) or N (manual transmission).
Push in the key and turn to the
LOCK position.
■Steering lock release
When starting the engine, the engine switch may seem stuck in the LOCK position.
To free it, turn the key while turning the steering wheel slightly in either direction.
■If the engine does not start (vehicles with engine immobilizer system) The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated.
■Key reminder function
A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened, while the engine switch is in the ACC or LOCK position to remind you to remove the key.
CAUTION
■When starting the engine
Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the accelerator while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
■Caution while driving
Do not turn the engine switch to the LOCK position.
If in an emergency, you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the engine switch only to the ACC position.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the engine switch in the ACC or ON position for long periods if the engine is not running.
■When starting the engine
●Do not crank for more than 30 seconds at a time. This may overheat the starter and wiring systems.
●Do not race a cold engine.
●If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have the engine checked immediately.
Driving the vehicle
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driving.
■ Starting the engine
■ Driving
Automatic transmission
With the brake pedal depressed,
shift the shift lever to ...
Automatic transmission
Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions.
■ Shifting the shift lever
5-speed models
While the engine switch is on, depress
the brake pedal and move the shift lever ...
Other materials:
Illumination Circuit
DESCRIPTION
Power is supplied to the radio and display receiver assembly and steering pad
switch assembly illumination when the light control switch is in the TAIL or HEAD
position.
WIRING DIAGRAM
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
NOTICE:
The vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Restrain ...
Dtc Check / Clear
DTC CHECK / CLEAR
CHECK DTC
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the ignition switch to ON.
(c) Turn the Techstream on.
(d) Enter the following menus: Chassis / LKA/LDA / Trouble Codes.
(e) Check for DTCs.
Click here
CLEAR DTC
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn ...
Dtc Check / Clear
DTC CHECK / CLEAR
NOTICE:
When using the Techstream with the engine switch off, connect the Techstream
to the DLC3 and turn a courtesy light switch on and off at intervals of 1.5 seconds
or less until communication between the Techstream and the vehicle begins. Then
select the vehicle type u ...
