Toyota Tundra 2013 User manual

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE CENTER
1-800-331-4331
00505-QRG13-TUN
Printed in U.S.A. 8/12
12-TCS-05897
2013
Tundra
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This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of basic vehicle
operations. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental operations
so you can locate and use the vehicle’s main equipment quickly
and easily.
The Quick Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for the
Owner’s Manual located in your vehicle’s glove box. We strongly
encourage you to review the Owner’s Manual and supplementary
manuals so you will have a better understanding of your vehicle’s
capabilities and limitations.
Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A.,
Inc. wish you many years of satisfied driving in your new Tundra.
A word about safe vehicle operations
This Quick Reference Guide is not a full description of Tundra
operations. Every Tundra owner should review the Owner’s
Manual that accompanies this vehicle.
Pay special attention to the boxed information highlighted in
color throughout the Owner’s Manual. Each box contains safe
operating instructions to help you avoid injury or equipment
malfunction.
All information in this Quick Reference Guide is current at the
time of printing. Toyota reserves the right to make changes at
any time without notice.
2013
Tundra
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2013
Tundra
INDEX
OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND
EMERGENCY FEATURES
Engine maintenance 8
Fuel tank door release and cap 7
Hood release 7
Indicator symbols 4-5
Instrument cluster 4
Instrument panel 2-3
Keyless entry16
Light control-Instrument panel 6
Accessory meter 25
Air Conditioning/Heating 20-21
Audio 22-23
Automatic Transmission 9
Bottle holders 26
Cruise control 25
Cup holders 27
Door locks 10
Four-wheel drive 10
Garage door opener (HomeLink®)321
Lights1& turn signals 16
Mirrors-Power side view 10
Moonroof 12
Multi-Information Display218
Parking brake 18
Power outlets-12V DC 17
Power outlets-115V AC 17
Rear seat entertainment system 24
Seat adjustments-Front 12-13
Seat adjustments-Rear 13
Seat heaters and ventilators 19
Seats-Folding 14
Seats-Head restraints 14
Telephone controls (Bluetooth®) 26
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel 11
“TOW/HAUL” switch 11
VSC OFF button 24
Window-Rear 19
Windows-Power 19
Windshield wipers & washers 15
Doors-Child safety locks 29
Floor mat installation 31
Seat belts 28
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor 28
Spare tire & tools 29
Star Safety SystemTM 30-31
Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System 28
1Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature.
2 Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructions and more
information.
3HomeLink®is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.
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Instrument panel
Steering wheel audio controls1
Telephone controls1
Voice command button1,2
Headlight, turn signal and front fog light1controls
Ignition switch
VSC OFF button
Power back window switch1
Emergency flasher button
Multi-Information Display/Accessory meter control buttons1
Intuitive parking assist button1
Wiper and washer controls
Accessory meter
Theft deterrent/Engine immobilizer system indicator1
Audio system or navigation system-integrated audio system2
Outside rearview mirror/Back window defogger/Windshield wiper
de-icer button1
Front passenger seat belt reminder
Front passenger occupant classification indicator or front passenger
airbag ON/OFF indicator1
Seat heater controls1
Steering wheel controls
(if equipped)
Air Conditioning controls
12V DC Power outlet
AUX port/USB port1
“TOW/HAUL” button1
Two-wheel/Four-wheel drive selector1
Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning)
System reset
Cruise control1
Interior light/Personal light main switch
Instrument panel light control
“RSCA OFF” switch1
Headlight leveling dial1
Cargo lamp switch
Power rearview mirror controls1
1 If equipped
2 For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System
Owner’s Manual.”
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Bench seat with manual
Air Conditioning system
Air Conditioning controls
12V DC Power outlet
AUX port/USB port1
“TOW/HAUL” button1
Two-wheel/Four-wheel drive selector1
Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning)
System reset
Cruise control1
Interior light/Personal light main switch
Instrument panel light control
“RSCA OFF” switch1
Headlight leveling dial1
Cargo lamp switch
Power rearview mirror controls1
Separate seat with manual
Air Conditioning system
1 If equipped
2 For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System
Owner’s Manual.”
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Indicator symbols
Instrument cluster
Without Multi-Information Display
With Multi-Information Display
Driver/Front passenger seat belt reminder
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph)
Charging system warning1
Brake system warning1
Front passenger occupant classification or front passenger airbag ON/OFF
indicator
Tachometer (if equipped)
Service indicator and reminder
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Voltmeter (if equipped)
Oil pressure gauge (if equipped)
Engine coolant temperature
Trip meter reset knob
Odometer and two trip meters
Multi-Information Display
Automatic Transmission shift position indicator
Automatic Transmission shift range display
Automatic Transmission fluid temperature gauge (if equipped)
For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2-2, 2013 Owner’s
Manual.
1If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting engine, there may be a
malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
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Low engine oil pressure warning1
Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1
Engine oil replacement reminder1
Front passenger occupant classification or front passenger airbag ON/OFF
indicator
Anti-lock Brake System warning1
Headlight low/high beam indicator
Turn signal indicator
High/Low speed four-wheel drive indicator
Slip indicator1
Vehicle Stability Control OFF indicator1
TOW/HAUL mode indicator1
AUTO Limited Slip Differential indicator1
Cruise control indicator
Automatic Transmission fluid temperature warning1
Low Tire Pressure Warning1
Theft deterrent/Engine immobilizer system indicator
Low fuel level warning
Open door warning
Roll Sensing Curtain Airbags OFF indicator1
Airbag SRS warning1
Master warning
Low windshield washer fluid level warning1
For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2-2, 2013 Owner’s
Manual.
1If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting engine, there may be a
malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Power steering warning light1
Traction Control OFF indicator
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Keyless entry (if equipped) Fuel tank door release and cap
Hood release
Panic button
NOTE: If a door is not opened within 60 seconds of unlocking, all doors will relock for
safety.
Push
Push and hold
Push ONCE: Driver door
TWICE: All doors
Locking operation
Unlocking operation
Light control-Instrument panel
Brightness
control
-
+
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Fuel tank door release and cap
Hood release
Pull up latch and
raise hood
Pull
NOTE: If a door is not opened within 60 seconds of unlocking, all doors will relock for
safety.
NOTE: Tighten until one click is
heard. If the cap is not tightened
enough, Check Engine “ ”
indicator may illuminate.
Pull
Store
Turn to open
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Automatic Transmission
* The ignition switch must be set at “ON” and the brake pedal depressed to shift
from Park.
Shift the shift lever to “S” position from “D” position.
Floor shift type:
+: Upshift (push and release)
-: Downshift (pull and release)
Column shift type:
+: Upshift (push and release)
-: Downshift (push and release)
Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking downhill.
For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with the shift
lever in the “D” position.
“S” (Sequential) mode
Windshield washer fluid tank
Engine oil level dipstick
Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil filler cap
Power steering fluid reservoir
NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help
extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer
to the “Warranty & Maintenance Guide.”
Engine maintenance
4.0L 6 cylinder (1GR-FE) engine
4.6L 8 cylinder (1UR-FE) and
5.7L 8 cylinder (3UR-FE/3UR-FBE) engines
Floor shift type
Column shift type
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Automatic Transmission
* The ignition switch must be set at “ON” and the brake pedal depressed to shift
from Park.
Shift the shift lever to “S” position from “D” position.
Floor shift type:
+: Upshift (push and release)
-: Downshift (pull and release)
Column shift type:
+: Upshift (push and release)
-: Downshift (push and release)
Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking downhill.
For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with the shift
lever in the “D” position.
“S” (Sequential) mode
Windshield washer fluid tank
Engine oil level dipstick
Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil filler cap
Power steering fluid reservoir
NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help
extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer
to the “Warranty & Maintenance Guide.”
Floor shift type
Column shift type
Park*
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
N
“S” mode
“S” “D”
Park*
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
“S” mode
N
+ (“S” mode)
- (“S” mode)
+ (“S” mode)
-(“S” mode)
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Four-wheel drive (if equipped)
WD
For best fuel economy and performance under normal driving conditions, keep in
“2WD” position.
Push and turn
Turn
Turn
Mirrors-Power side view (if equipped)
Fold mirrors in
Return mirrors to
original position
Adjust
Select left or right
Key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
Door locks (if equipped)
Lock
Unlock
Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever.
Manual
Tilt steering wheel
Tilt and telescopic (if equipped)
steering wheel
Lock release lever
Push the control switch, set angle and length.
NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.
Power
“TOW/HAUL” switch (if equipped)
“TOW/HAUL” mode can be used when carrying heavy loads. As fuel economy is
reduced while in “TOW/HAUL” mode, deactivating when driving without a load is
recommended.
Refer to the Owner‘s Manual for more details on this system before attempting
to use it.
Floor shift type
High speed (2WD)
Turn to “2WD” from “4H” with speed below 62 mph.
High speed (4WD)
Turn to “4H” from “2WD” with speed below 62 mph.
Shift to “N” position when stopped, then turn to “4H” from “4L.”
Low speed (4WD)
Shift to “N” position when stopped, then turn to “4L” from “4H.”
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For best fuel economy and performance under normal driving conditions, keep in
“2WD” position.
Key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever.
Manual
Tilt steering wheel Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
Tilt and telescopic (if equipped)
steering wheel
Length
Lock release lever
Lock release lever
Angle
Push the control switch, set angle and length.
NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.
Power
Angle
Control switch
“TOW/HAUL” switch (if equipped)
“TOW/HAUL” mode can be used when carrying heavy loads. As fuel economy is
reduced while in “TOW/HAUL” mode, deactivating when driving without a load is
recommended.
Refer to the Owner‘s Manual for more details on this system before attempting
to use it.
Floor shift type
System ON/OFF
Column shift type
System ON/OFF
Length
Up
Toward the
driver
Away from
the driver
Down
Angle
High speed (2WD)
Turn to “2WD” from “4H” with speed below 62 mph.
High speed (4WD)
Turn to “4H” from “2WD” with speed below 62 mph.
Shift to “N” position when stopped, then turn to “4H” from “4L.”
Low speed (4WD)
Shift to “N” position when stopped, then turn to “4L” from “4H.”
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Seat adjustments-Front
Manual seat
Seat position (forward/backward)
Seatback angle and fold
Moonroof (if equipped)
Sliding operation Tilting operation
Open Tilt
Close Close
Seat position (forward/backward)
Seatback angle
Seat cushion angle
Seat height
Lumbar support (if equipped)
Seatback angle (side)
Seatback angle (center)
Leg support (if equipped)
Power seat
Seat adjustments-Rear
(CrewMax models)
Bench seat
*
*
Push once to open/close completely. To stop partway, press the switch lightly.
* Double cab and CrewMax models only
Separate seat
-Regular cab model
Separate seat
-Double cab and CrewMax models
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Seat position (forward/backward)
Seatback angle and fold
Seat position (forward/backward)
Seatback angle
Seat cushion angle
Seat height
Lumbar support (if equipped)
Seatback angle (side)
Seatback angle (center)
Leg support (if equipped)
Power seat
Seat adjustments-Rear
(CrewMax models)
Push once to open/close completely. To stop partway, press the switch lightly.
Separate seat
-Double cab and CrewMax models
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Seats-Folding
Front (regular cab model)
Rear (double cab model)
(1) Pull (2) Pull
(2)
(3) Lift up
Pull
(2)
(1) Stow
(3) Pull and
fold down
Rear (CrewMax model)
Windshield wipers & washers
With intermittent wiper
Seats-Head restraints
Front-Separate seat
Lock release button
(1)
(2)
Rear (double cab model)
Front-Bench seat
Lock release button
Lock release button
Rear (CrewMax model)
Lock release button
(1) Stow
Without intermittent wiper
* Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment
Rotate to increase/decrease wipe frequency.
Type A
Type A
Type B
Type B
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(3) Pull and
fold down
Windshield wipers & washers
With intermittent wiper
Interval wipe
Single wipe
Slow
Fast
Pull to wash
and wipe
Without intermittent wiper
2
Single wipe
Slow
Fast
Pull to wash
and wipe
Adjust frequency*
* Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment
Rotate to increase/decrease wipe frequency.
Interval wipe
Single wipe
Slow
Fast
Adjust frequency*
Pull to wash
and wipe
Single wipe
Slow
Fast
Pull to wash
and wipe
Type A
Type A
Type B
Type B
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Power outlets-12V DC (if equipped)
Separate seats
Bench seat
Instrument panel
Instrument panel
Key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position to use.
Power outlets-115V AC (if equipped)
Back of the center console box
Lights & turn signals
Turn signals
Headlights
Front fog lights (if equipped)
-Daytime Running Light system (DRL) Automatically turns on the front turn
signal lights upon starting engine and releasing parking brake.
-Automatic light cut off system Automatically turns lights off after a delay of
30 seconds, or the lock switch on remote may be pushed after locking.
Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam.
Right turn
Turn
Lane change
Lane change
Left turn
High beam flasher
Low beam
High beam
Back of the center console box
Back of the front center seat
* If equipped
Parking
lights
Auto*
Head-
lights Head-
lights
Auto*
Parking
lights
Type A Type B
Turn
Type A Type B
Key must be in the “ON” position to use.
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Power outlets-12V DC (if equipped)
Separate seats
Bench seat
Instrument panel
Back of the center console box
(CrewMax model)
Instrument panel Inside of the center console box
Back of the front center seat
(CrewMax model)
Key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position to use.
Power outlets-115V AC (if equipped)
Back of the center console box Back of the front center seat
-Daytime Running Light system (DRL) Automatically turns on the front turn
signal lights upon starting engine and releasing parking brake.
-Automatic light cut off system Automatically turns lights off after a delay of
30 seconds, or the lock switch on remote may be pushed after locking.
Back of the center console box
Back of the front center seat
* If equipped
Key must be in the “ON” position to use.
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Windows-Power (if equipped)
Automatic operation (passenger side for some models and driver side) Push
the switch completely down or pull it completely up and release to fully open or
close.* To stop window partway, lightly push the switch in the opposite direction.
Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window remains
operable.
* Not all models are equipped with one-touch close function.
Multi-Information Display (if equipped)
Push “INFO” to change information in the following:
(1) Zoom display of odometer and trip meter
(2) Average gas mileage
(3) Current gas mileage
(4) Miles left on remaining fuel
(5) Running time from engine start
(6) Average vehicle speed
Push “SETUP” to customize to the following settings:
(1) UNIT
(2) KEYLESS ENTRY FEEDBACK
(3) KEYLESS ENTRY RELOCK TIMER
(4) KEYLESS ENTRY ALL DOORS UNLOCK
(5) DOOR AUTO LOCKING
(6) DOOR AUTO UNLOCKING
(7) HEADLAMPS AUTO OFF TIMER
(8) COURTESY LAMPS OFF TIMER
(9) LANGUAGE
(10) DEFAULT SETTING
Window-Rear (if equipped)
Driver side
Parking brake
Set: Depress
Release: Depress again
Seat heaters and ventilators
(if equipped)
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