TOYOTA 2009 Tacoma - Manual (Page 7)

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Automatic Transmission (if equipped)
* The engine switch must be “ON” and the brake pedal depressed to shift
from Park.
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.
5-speed models
4-speed models
Park 1
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
Third gear
Second gear
First gear
Fourth gear
Park*
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
Third gear
Second gear
First gear
Fourth gear
Park*
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
Third gear
Second gear
First gear
Four-wheel drive (if equipped)
High speed (2WD)
High speed (4WD)
Shift when speed is below 62 mph.
Low speed (4WD)
Shift into neutral while stopped, or depress clutch pedal at speeds
below 2 mph.
For best fuel economy and performance under normal driving conditions,
keep in “H2” position.
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel
Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever.
Note: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.
Turn
Push and
turn
Length
Angle
Lock release lever
Turn
Light control-Instrument panel
Brightness
control
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