Toyota Tacoma (2005–2015) Owners Manual: Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system
The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the engine from starting if the key has not been previously registered in the vehicle’s on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
The indicator light flashes after the key has been removed from the engine switch to indicate that the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flashing after the registered key has been inserted into the engine switch to indicate that the system has been canceled.
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
■Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the key is in contact with a metallic object
●If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system (key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
■Certifications for the engine immobilizer system
For vehicles sold in U.S.A.
FCC ID: MOZRI-21BTY
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
For vehicles sold in Canada
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard( s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
For vehicles sold in New Caledonia
“Hereby, Tokai Rika Co., Ltd., declares that this RI-21BTY is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.”
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.
Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap
Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap.
■ Before refueling the vehicle
Turn the engine switch off and ensure that all the doors and windows are closed ...
Other materials:
Lost Communication With ECM/PCM "A" Missing Message (U010087)
DESCRIPTION
The engine control unit and transmission control unit are located inside the
ECM. The engine control unit intercommunicates with the transmission control ECU
via CAN communication. If there is a problem in this intercommunication, the ECM
stores this DTC.
DTC Code
...
Cruise Main Indicator Light Circuit
DESCRIPTION
When the dynamic radar cruise control system is turned on using the cruise control
main switch (ON-OFF button), the cruise control indicator (vehicle-to-vehicle distance
control mode) illuminates. The ECM uses this and other indicators to indicate the
control condition (presence o ...
On-vehicle Inspection
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT CAMSHAFT TIMING GEAR BOLT
(a) Remove the camshaft timing oil control solenoid assembly (See page
).
(b) Check that the plunger strokes when the plunger in the center of
the camshaft timing gear bolt is pressed.
Standard stroke:
4 ...
