Master Thread: 2024+ (4th Gen) Tacoma Owner's Manual Reference

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We're taking the time to put together a centralized resource for 4G Tacoma owners. What's more important than the basics? The owner's manual has a wealth of good information inside, but it can be tedious to look through on the spot. So, we have the framework started for a guide from everything found in the manual. From how to check various fluids and filters, the fuse locations, all the way to basic operation for the 4WD system.

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This thread serves as a master reference for the 2024+ (4th Generation) Toyota Tacoma Owner's Manual. Below, you'll find a breakdown of the most important topics, complete with page numbers, to help you quickly access the information you need. Each section will eventually link to dedicated threads with in-depth discussions for each thread. If you have a question about an individual topic and there is a link to that thread, please refer to and comment on that thread.

Important Note: This manual (OM04041U) covers gas-only Tacoma models with the T24A-FTS engine. For i-FORCE MAX Hybrid specifications and systems, please consult the separate Hybrid Owner's Supplement.

1. DIY Maintenance & Care​

Routine Maintenance & Fluids

• Engine Oil Check and Change: Complete DIY Guide (pg. 524-526, 615, 520, 581)
• Coolant System: Checking and Maintaining Engine Coolant (pg. 527, 616, 605, 568, 528)
• Brake Fluid: Checking Levels and Understanding Your Brake System (pg. 528, 619, 568-569, 517)
• Washer Fluid: Filling and Winter Preparation (pg. 531, 238-240, 439-443)
• General Maintenance Requirements & Checks (pg. 514-518, 515, 581)

Note: Specific mileage-based service intervals are in the separate Warranty & Maintenance Guide booklet, not in this owner's manual.

Tires & Wheels

• Tire Maintenance: Rotation, Pressure, and Inspection Guide (pg. 532-534, 545-546, 620-622, 625-629)
• Wheel Maintenance: Proper Care and Inspection (pg. 547-548, 532, 620-622, 508-510)

DIY Repairs & Replacements

• Air Filter Replacement: Cabin Air Filter DIY Guide (pg. 549, 520, 444-453)
• Battery Maintenance: Testing, Cleaning, and Care (pg. 529, 600-604, 569, 617, 520)
• Hood Release and Engine Compartment Access (pg. 522, 524-531, 520)

2. Electrical Systems & Troubleshooting​

Electrical Components & Fuses

• Fuse Box Complete Guide: Locations, Diagrams & Replacement (pg. 552-555, 580-581)
• Light Bulb Replacement: All Interior & Exterior Lights (pg. 556-557, 232-237, 457-459, 520)

Battery & Charging

• Jump Starting: Complete Procedure with Safety Tips (pg. 600-604, 529, 569, 596)
• Electronic Key Battery Replacement Guide (pg. 550-551, 124-127, 598-600, 147)
• Charging System: Understanding Battery and Alternator (pg. 569, 529, 600-604, 617)

Warning Lights & Indicators

• Warning Lights Complete Reference Guide (pg. 80-87, 566-584, 670-672)
• Fuel Pump Shutoff System & Reset (pg. 567, 596, 561-562)

Trailer Electrical

• Trailer Light Connection & Troubleshooting (pg. 207-208, 198-210, 577, 428-430)

3. Safety & Driver Assistance​

Toyota Safety Sense 3.0

• Toyota Safety Sense 3.0: Complete System Overview (pg. 243-252, 253-300, 570)
• Pre-Collision System (PCS): How It Works & Limitations (pg. 253-263, 257-258, 256-257, 570)
• Lane Tracing Assist (LTA) & Lane Departure Alert (LDA) (pg. 264-274, 275-280, 571, 245-252)
• Proactive Driving Assist (PDA) (pg. 275-280, 264-274, 253-263, 571)
• Road Sign Assist (RSA) & Automatic High Beam (pg. 281-283, 235-237, 245-252, 571, 232-234)
• Emergency Driving Stop System (pg. 298-300, 284-293, 264-268, 572)

Cruise Control Systems

• Dynamic Radar Cruise Control: Complete Guide (pg. 284-293, 294-297, 298-300, 572)

Parking & Vision Assistance

• Blind Spot Monitor & Rear Cross Traffic Alert (pg. 309-327, 328-331, 573, 245-252)
• Parking Support Brake (PKSB) System (pg. 332-342, 316-321, 343-355, 574)
• Panoramic View Monitor: 360-Degree Camera System (pg. 356-390, 343-355, 391-401, 575)
• Multi-Terrain Monitor: Off-Road Vision System (pg. 391-401, 356-390, 410-415, 575)

Towing Safety Assistance

• Trailer Driving Assist (TDA) (pg. 301, 198-210, 428-435, 573)

4. Dashboard, Gauges & Displays​

Instrument Clusters

• 7-Inch Instrument Cluster: Complete Guide (pg. 88-91, 98-106, 80-87, 91-92)
• 12.3-Inch Digital Instrument Cluster: Complete Guide (pg. 92-97, 107-116, 80-87, 91-92)

Multi-Information Displays

• Multi-Information Display (7-Inch): Features & Customization (pg. 98-106, 88-91, 121-122, 635-647)
• Multi-Information Display (12.3-Inch): Features & Customization (pg. 107-116, 92-97, 121-122, 635-647)
• Head-Up Display: Setup and Customization (pg. 117-120, 88-116, 635-647)
• Fuel Economy Display & Trip Computer (pg. 121-122, 98-116, 615, 623-625)

Advanced Display Features

• Digital Rear-View Mirror: Complete Operation Guide (pg. 163-171, 162, 356-390, 575)
• Warning Light & Message Complete Reference (pg. 80-87, 579-584, 566-578, 670-672, 88-116)

5. Keys, Locks & Security​

Key Systems

• Electronic Key System Overview (pg. 124-127, 550-551, 598-600, 597)
• Smart Key & Digital Key (Phone) Operation (pg. 147-152, 128-129, 124-127, 130-133, 598-600, 550-551)
• Mechanical Key: Emergency Access (pg. 127-128, 124-127, 598-600, 130-133)
• Key Troubleshooting: Lost Keys & Key Problems (pg. 597-600, 124-127, 550-551, 127-128)

Door & Tailgate Access

• Door Locks: All Lock/Unlock Methods (pg. 130-133, 124-127, 147-152, 635-647)
• Tailgate Operation & Power Tailgate (pg. 137-146, 130-133, 173, 575)

Security Systems

• Engine Immobilizer & Alarm System (pg. 75-77, 124-127, 596, 86)

6. 4WD & Off-Road Systems​

4WD System Operation

• Part-Time 4WD System: Complete Operation Guide (pg. 404-406, 619, 574, 436-438)
• Transfer Case: Understanding 2H, 4H & 4L (pg. 404-406, 619, 574, 410-420)
• 4WD & Off-Road System Indicators (pg. 573-574, 404-420, 80-87, 579-584)

Off-Road Assistance Features

• Crawl Control: Low-Speed Off-Road Automation (pg. 410-412, 404-406, 391-401, 573)
• Multi-Terrain Select (MTS): Terrain Mode Guide (pg. 413-415, 404-406, 410-412, 573)
• Downhill Assist Control (DAC): Descent Management (pg. 418-420, 404-406, 573, 436-438)
• Stabilizer with Disconnection Mechanism (SDM) (pg. 426-427, 404-406, 436-438, 574)

Note: SDM is a NEW feature for 4th generation Tacoma.

Traction Systems

• Rear Differential Lock: Maximum Traction (pg. 408-409, 404-406, 573, 619)
• AUTO LSD System: Automatic Limited Slip (pg. 407, 404-406, 408-409, 573)

Driving Modes & Tips

• Driving Mode Select: ECO, SPORT & CUSTOM (pg. 402-403, 217-220, 410-415, 87)
• Off-Road Driving Tips & Precautions (pg. 436-438, 404-420, 391-401, 532-534)

7. Towing & Hauling​

Towing Capacity & Setup

• Towing Capacity: Weight Ratings by Model (pg. 202-204, 663-665, 198, 610-613)
• Trailer Hitch Setup & Ball Selection (pg. 205-206, 202-204, 207-208, 204-205)
• Tongue Weight & Weight Distribution (pg. 204-205, 202-204, 663-665, 198-201)
• Towing Tips & Best Practices (pg. 198-201, 202-210, 428-435, 217-220)

Trailer Systems

• Trailer Brake Controller: Setup & Operation (pg. 428-430, 198-210, 207-208, 577)
• Trailer Light Connection & Wiring (pg. 207-208, 198-210, 428-430, 577)
• Trailer Backup Guide System (pg. 431-435, 198-210, 356-390, 575)

Note: Trailer Backup Guide is a NEW feature for 4th generation Tacoma.

Payload & Load Management

• Payload Capacity by Model (pg. 663-665, 202-204, 610-613, 194-197)
• Cargo Securing & Load Management (pg. 194-197, 663-665, 468-471, 510)
• TOW HAUL Mode & Transmission Settings (pg. 220, 217-220, 198-210, 87)

8. Interior Features & Comfort​

Seating & Climate

• Seat Adjustments: Front & Rear Seats (pg. 153-157, 158-160, 455-456, 29)
• Climate Control: Manual & Automatic Systems (pg. 444-454, 455-456, 549, 445, 451)

Windows, Roof & Mirrors

• Power Windows & Back Window Operation (pg. 174-177, 635-647, 176, 177)
• Moon Roof: Operation & Maintenance (pg. 178-180, 510, 635-647, 180)
• Mirrors: Inside, Outside & Digital Rear-View (pg. 162-173, 635-647, 173, 356-390)

Storage & Convenience

• Storage Compartments & Bed Features (pg. 460-471, 510, 194-197, 468-471)
• USB Ports, Power Outlets & Charging (pg. 472-481, 460-471, 617)
• Interior Lights: Complete Reference (pg. 457-459, 556-557, 635-647, 91-92)

Advanced Features

• Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) Programming (pg. 499-507, 124-127, 500)
• JBL Removable Speaker & Premium Audio (pg. 492-498, 460-471, 493)

Note: JBL Removable Speaker is a NEW feature for 4th generation Tacoma.

9. Basic Driving Operations​

Starting & Stopping

• Engine Switch Operation: Starting & Stopping (pg. 212-216, 124-127, 596, 302-308)
• Stop & Start System: Auto Engine Shutoff (pg. 302-308, 212-216, 87, 635-647)

Transmission & Braking

• Automatic Transmission: Complete Operation Guide (pg. 217-220, 617, 402-403, 220)
• Manual Transmission: Shifting & iMT System (pg. 221-223, 617-618, 416-417, 87)
• Parking Brake: Operation & Maintenance (pg. 225-228, 568, 517, 635-647)
• Brake Hold Feature (pg. 229-231, 225-228, 86, 635-647)

Lights & Wipers

• Headlights, Fog Lights & Auto Lights (pg. 232-237, 556-557, 635-647, 86)
• Turn Signals & Emergency Flashers (pg. 224, 560, 556-557, 86)
• Windshield Wipers & Washers (pg. 238-240, 531, 447, 453, 86)

Refueling

• Fuel Door & Refueling Procedure (pg. 241-242, 615, 623-625, 121-122)

10. Safety Fundamentals​

Airbags & Restraints

• SRS Airbag System: Complete Guide (pg. 37-44, 45-48, 569, 31-36)
• Seat Belts: Proper Use & Adjustments (pg. 31-36, 37-44, 29, 568)
• Front Passenger Classification System (pg. 45-48, 37-44, 85, 52-69)

Child Safety

• Child Restraint System: Complete Installation Guide (pg. 52-69, 51, 45-48, 31-36)

Emergency Services

• Safety Connect Services: Emergency Assistance (pg. 70-74, 37-44, 560-562)

Safe Driving Practices

• Before Driving Checklist & Correct Position (pg. 28-30, 153-160, 161, 31-36)
• Load Limits & Cargo Safety (pg. 194-197, 663-665, 610-613, 468-471)
• Winter Driving: Cold Weather Safety & Tips (pg. 439-443, 441-442, 447, 453, 531)

11. Emergency Procedures​

Starting & Electrical Issues

• Engine Won't Start: Complete Troubleshooting (pg. 596, 600-604, 598-600, 567)
• Jump Starting: Complete Procedure (pg. 600-604, 529, 569, 596)
• If Electronic Key Doesn't Work (pg. 598-600, 550-551, 127-128, 124-127)

Tire & Wheel Emergencies

• Flat Tire: Complete Change Procedure (pg. 585-595, 523, 532-534, 620-622)

Mechanical Emergencies

• Overheating: What to Do (pg. 605-606, 527, 568, 616)
• Vehicle Stuck: Recovery Procedures (pg. 607-608, 404-420, 436-438, 607)
• Emergency Towing: When & How (pg. 563-565, 560, 404-406)
• Emergency Stop Procedures (pg. 560, 225-228, 568, 224)
• Submerged or Water Damage Procedures (pg. 561-562, 567, 596, 404-406)

Warning Messages

• Warning Message Complete Reference (pg. 579-584, 566-578, 80-87, 670-672)

12. Exterior & Interior Cleaning​

Exterior Care

• Exterior Washing & Paint Care (pg. 508-510, 547-548, 510, 439-443)
• Bed Cleaning & Maintenance (pg. 510, 468-471, 194-197, 508-510)
• Aluminum Wheel Care & Cleaning (pg. 547-548, 532, 620-622, 508-510)
• Winter Care & Rust Prevention (pg. 439-443, 508-510, 531, 441-442)

Interior Care

• Interior Cleaning: Seats, Dashboard & Carpet (pg. 511-513, 153-157, 460-471)
• Leather & Upholstery Care (pg. 511-513, 153-157, 512)

13. Advanced Technology Features​

Customization & Settings

• My Settings: Complete Customization Guide (pg. 181-182, 635-647, 88-116, 124-152, 444-454)
• Customizable Features: Complete Reference List (pg. 635-647, 181-182)
• Initialization & System Reset Procedures (pg. 648, 635-647, 515, 88-116)

Power Features

• Power Running Boards: Operation & Settings (pg. 134-136, 635-647, 577)

Controls & Integration

• Steering Wheel Controls: Audio & Cruise Integration (pg. 161, 284-293, 238-240, 88-116)
• Voice Commands & Audio Integration (Refer to Multimedia Manual)

14. Specifications & Reference Data​

Engine & Powertrain (Gas Models)

• Engine Specifications (Gas Models) (pg. 615, 617, 615, 524-526)
• Fluid Capacities & Types: Complete Chart (Gas Models) (pg. 615-620, 524-531, 514-518)
• Battery & Electrical Specifications (Gas Models) (pg. 617, 529, 600-604, 569)

Note: For i-FORCE MAX Hybrid specs, see Hybrid Supplement.

Vehicle Dimensions

• Dimensions & Weight by Model (pg. 610-613, 663-665, 202-204)
• Payload & Cargo Capacity by Model (pg. 663-665, 610-613, 194-197, 202-204)
• VIN Location & Certification Labels (pg. 614, 610-613, 663-665)
• Model Code & Configuration Reference (pg. 610-614, 620-622, 663-665)

Tires & Wheels

• Tire & Wheel Specifications by Model (pg. 620-622, 625-629, 545-546, 532-534)
• Tire Information: Ratings, Load Index & Speed Rating (pg. 625-629, 620-622, 532-534, 545-546)

Fuel Specifications (Gas Models)

• Fuel Specifications & Octane Requirements (Gas Models) (pg. 623-625, 615, 241-242, 121-122)

15. Transmission, Transfer Case & Drivetrain​

Transmission Operation

• 8-Speed Automatic Transmission: Complete Operation Guide (pg. 217-220, 617, 402-403, 220)
• 6-Speed Manual Transmission: Shifting and iMT System (pg. 221-223, 617-618, 416-417, 87)
• Transmission Modes: TOW HAUL and ECT PWR Explained (pg. 220, 217-220, 198-210, 87)
• Transmission Temperature: Monitoring and Protection (pg. 101, 114, 217-220, 88-95, 412)

Drivetrain Components

• Transfer Case: Understanding Part-Time 4WD System (pg. 404-406, 619, 574, 410-420)
• Differential Systems: Front, Rear, and Locking (pg. 408-409, 619, 404-406, 407, 573)
• Clutch System: Manual Transmission Clutch Operation (pg. 618, 221-223, 517, 416-417)

Fluid Maintenance (Gas Models)

• Transmission Fluid: Maintenance and Specifications (Gas Models) (pg. 617-618, 217-223, 514-518, 114)

Quick Reference Pages​

• Pictorial Index (pg. 16-27)
• "What to Do If..." Troubleshooting (pg. 670-672)
• Alphabetical Index (pg. 673-690)
• Warning Light Quick Reference (pg. 80-87)

Note: This master reference will be continuously updated with links to dedicated discussion threads for each major topic. If you have questions about a specific topic and there is a link to that thread, please post there to keep discussions organized.

Important Disclaimers:

• This manual (OM04041U) covers gas-only models with T24A-FTS engine
• i-FORCE MAX Hybrid owners should consult the separate Hybrid Owner's Supplement for hybrid-specific systems and specifications
• Specific mileage service intervals are in the separate Warranty & Maintenance Guide booklet, not this owner's manual