Toyota Tacoma (2005–2015) Owners Manual: If the engine will not start
If the engine still does not start after following the correct starting procedure (→P. 141) or releasing the steering lock (→P. 142), confirm the following points.
■ The engine will not start even when the starter motor operates normally.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
● The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine once more following correct starting procedures.
● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
■ The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low volume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● The battery may be discharged.
● The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
■ The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged.
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures are unknown.
If you have a flat tire
Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare provided.
■ Before jacking up the vehicle
● Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
● Set the parking brake.
● Shift th ...
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P (vehicles with an automatic transmission)
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there may
be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent accidental operation
of the shift lever). Have the vehicle ...
Other materials:
Customize Parameters
CUSTOMIZE PARAMETERS
PROCEDURE
1. CUSTOMIZE POWER WINDOW CONTROL SYSTEM
HINT:
The following items can be customized.
NOTICE:
When the customer requests a change in a function, first make sure that
the function can be customized.
Record the current settings before customizing.
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Dtc Check / Clear
DTC CHECK / CLEAR
1. CHECK FOR DTC
HINT:
When using the Techstream with the engine switch off to troubleshoot:
Connect the Techstream to the DLC3 and turn a courtesy light switch on and off
at 1.5-second intervals until communication between the Techstream and vehicle begins.
(a) Connect the ...
Diagnosis System
DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM
1. CHECK DLC3
(a) Check the DLC3 (See page ).
2. INSPECT BATTERY VOLTAGE
(a) Measure the battery voltage.
Standard Voltage:
11 to 14 V
If the voltage is below 11 V, recharge or replace the battery.
3. SELF-DIAGNOSTIC MODE (OPERATING IGNITION KEY CYLINDER)
(a) Switch to se ...
