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:
Precaution
PRECAUTION
1. IGNITION SWITCH EXPRESSION
(a) The type of ignition switch used on this model differs depending on the specifications
of the vehicle. The expressions listed in the table below are used in this section.
Expression
Ignition Switch (Position)
Engine S ...
Problem Symptoms Table
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
HINT:
Use the table below to help determine the cause of problem symptoms.
If multiple suspected areas are listed, the potential causes of the symptoms
are listed in order of probability in the "Suspected Area" column of the
table. Check each sy ...
Removal
REMOVAL
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
HINT:
Use the same procedure for both the RH and LH sides.
The procedure described below is for the LH side.
PROCEDURE
1. PRECAUTION
CAUTION:
Be sure to read Precaution thoroughly before servicing (See page
).
NOTICE:
After turning the ign ...
