Toyota Tacoma (2005–2015) Owners Manual: 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.
4-speed models
While the engine switch is on, depress
the brake pedal and move the shift lever.
■ Shift position uses
*: To improve fuel consumption and reduce noises, set the shift lever in D for normal driving.
■Downshifting restrictions
The shift lever cannot be downshifted if the following speeds are exceeded.
2WD models
4WD models
■When driving with the cruise control system (if equipped)
The engine brake will not operate when downshifting from D to 4 (5-speed models) or 3 (4-speed models).
■If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
■AI-SHIFT
AI-SHIFT automatically selects the suitable gear according to driver performance and driving conditions.
AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in the D position.
The engine speed may remain high after releasing the accelerator pedal.
This does not indicate a malfunction.
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
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Manual transmission
■ Shifting the shift lever
6-speed models
Fully depress the clutch pedal before operating the shift lever, and then release
it slowly.
5-speed models
Fully depress the clutch pedal b ...
Other materials:
Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART
NOTICE:
When removing any parts, turn the ignition switch off.
HINT:
If no abnormality is found when inspecting parts, check the skid control
ECU and check for poor contact at ground points.
When 2 or more DTCs are detected, perform each circuit insp ...
Disassembly
DISASSEMBLY
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE GENERATOR PULLEY
(a) Mount the generator assembly in the vise between aluminum plates.
NOTICE:
Do not overtighten the vise.
(b) Install SST 1-A to the generator pulley shaft.
Text in Illustration
*a
Hold
Turn
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On-vehicle Inspection
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. CHECK BATTERY CONDITION
NOTICE:
If the battery is weak or if the engine is difficult to start, recharge the battery
and perform inspections again before returning the vehicle to the customer.
(a) Check the battery for damage or deformation. If severe damage, ...
