Toyota Tundra (2019 year). Instruction — part 34

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Remove the light bulb.

Reinstall the fender liner and
install the screws and clip.

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Front fog lights-bulb type (if equipped)

To allow enough working
space, turn the steering
wheel to the opposite side of
the bulb to be replaced.
Remove the screws and
fender liner clip, and remove
the fender liner.

Turn the steering wheel to the
left when replacing the right side
light bulb, and turn the steering
wheel to the right when replac-
ing the left side light bulb.

Unplug the connector while
depressing the lock release.

Turn the bulb counterclock-
wise.

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Set the new light bulb.

Align the 3 tabs on the light bulb
with the mounting, and insert.
Turn it clockwise to set.

Install the connector.

Shake the bulb base gently to
check that it is not loose, turn
the fog lights, on once and visu-
ally confirm that no light is leak-
ing through the mounting.

Reinstall the fender liner and
install the screws and clip.

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Stop/tail and rear side marker lights, back-up lights and rear
turn signal lights

Remove the bolts and rear
combination assembly.

Turn the bulb bases counter-
clockwise.

Rear turn signal light
Back-up light
Stop/tail and rear side
marker light

Remove the light bulb.

Rear turn signal light
Back-up light
Stop/tail and rear side
marker light

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License plate lights

Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.

Remove the light bulb.

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High mounted stoplight and cargo lamps

Remove the screws and
cover.

Remove the light bulb.

High mounted stoplight
Cargo lamps

When reinstalling the outer lens,
confirm that the packing is prop-
erly seated in the groove on the
housing.

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Replacing the following bulbs
If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have it replaced by
your Toyota dealer.
● Daytime running lights/parking lights (LED type)
● Side turn signal lights (if equipped)
● Outer foot lights (if equipped)

Packing

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When installing the rubber cover of the headlight
Ensure the rubber cover is securely attached.

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When replacing the light bulbs
Confirm that they are properly engaged with the bulb base and that there is
no light leakage.

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LED Lights
The headlights (LED type), front fog lights (LED type), parking lights (LED
type), daytime running light and side turn signal lights consist of a number of
LEDs. If any of the LEDs burn out, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer to
have the light replaced.

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Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does not
indicate a malfunction. Contact your Toyota dealer for more information in the
following situations:

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Large drops of water have built up on the inside of the lens.

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Water has built up inside the headlight.

Fit the rubber cover outer circumfer-
ence in firmly.
Fit the rubber cover around the light
bulb in until the light bulb plug can be
seen.

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Replacing light bulbs

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Turn off the lights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after
turning off the lights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.

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Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. When it is
unavoidable to hold the glass portion, use and hold with a clean dry cloth
to avoid getting moisture and oils on the bulb.
Also, if the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.

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Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failure to do so
may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This
may damage the lights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.

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Do not attempt to repair or disassemble the bulb, bulb base, electrical wir-
ing, or subcomponents.
Doing so could result in electric shock and serious injury.

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To prevent damage or fire

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Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.

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Check the wattage of the bulb before installing to prevent heat damage.

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When trouble arises

8-1. Essential information

Emergency flashers . . .. 538
If your vehicle has to

be stopped in
an emergency . . . . . 539

8-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If your vehicle needs to

be towed . . . . . . . 540

If you think something is

wrong . . . . . . . .. 545

Fuel pump shut off

system . . . . . . . 546

If a warning light turns on

or a warning buzzer
sounds . . . . . . . 547

If a warning message is

displayed. . . . . . . 555

If you have a flat tire. . .. 565
If the engine will not

start. . . . . . . . . 580

If the vehicle battery is

discharged . . . . . .. 582

If your vehicle overheats ... 585
If the vehicle becomes

stuck . . . . . . . ... 588

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Emergency flashers

Press the switch.

All the turn signal lights will flash.
To turn them off, press the switch
once again.

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Emergency flashers
If the emergency flashers are used for a long time while the engine is not
operating, the battery may discharge.

The emergency flashers are used to warn other drivers when the
vehicle has to be stopped in the road due to a breakdown, etc.

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le arises

8-1. Essential information

If your vehicle has to be stopped in an

emergency

Steadily step on the brake pedal with both feet and firmly depress it.

Do not pump the brake pedal repeatedly as this will increase the effort
required to slow the vehicle.

Shift the shift lever to N.

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If the shift lever is shifted to N
After slowing down, stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
Stop the engine.



If the shift lever cannot be shifted to N
Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce vehicle
speed as much as possible.
Stop the engine by turning the
engine switch to the “ACC”
position.

Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.

Only in an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop
the vehicle in the normal way, stop the vehicle using the follow-
ing procedure:

WARNING

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If the engine has to be turned off while driving

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Power assist for the brakes and steering wheel will be lost, making the
brake pedal harder to depress and the steering wheel heavier to turn.
Decelerate as much as possible before turning off the engine.

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Never attempt to remove the key, as doing so will lock the steering wheel.

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If your vehicle needs to be towed

The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer or commercial towing service before towing.
● The engine is running but the vehicle does not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.

Do not tow with a sling-type truck
to prevent body damage.

If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle
towed by your Toyota dealer or commercial towing service,
using a wheel-lift type truck or flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/
provincial and local laws.

Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing

Towing with a sling-type truck

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From the front

Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheels.

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From the rear

Use a towing dolly under the front
wheels.

If your vehicle is transported by a
flatbed truck, it should be tied
down at the locations shown in the
illustration.

If you use chains or cables to tie
down your vehicle, the angles
shaded in black must be 45

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Do not overly tighten the tie
downs or the vehicle may be dam-
aged.

Towing with a wheel-lift type truck

Using a flatbed truck

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If a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using cables or chains secured to the emergency
towing hooks. This should only be attempted on hard surfaced roads
for at most 50 miles (80 km) at under 18 mph (30km/h).
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The
vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in
good condition.

Securely attach cables or chains to the towing hooks.
Take care not to damage the vehicle body.

Enter the vehicle being towed and start the engine.
If the engine does not start, turn the engine switch to the “ON” posi-
tion.
4WD models: Put the front-wheel drive control switch in “2WD”.
Shift the shift lever to N and release the parking brake.
When the shift lever cannot be shifted: (

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Emergency towing

Emergency towing procedure



Type A



Type B

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WARNING

Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.

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When towing the vehicle

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While towing

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When towing using cables or chains, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place
excessive stress on the towing hooks, cables or chains. The towing hooks,
cables or chains may become damaged, broken debris may hit people,
and cause serious damage.

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Do not turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position.
There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and cannot be oper-
ated.

2WD models: Be sure to transport the
vehicle with all four wheels raised off the
ground. If the vehicle is towed with the
tires contacting the ground, the drivetrain
and related parts may be damaged or an
accident may occur due to a change in
direction of the vehicle.
4WD models: Be sure to transport the
vehicle with all four wheels raised off the
ground. If the vehicle is towed with the
tires contacting the ground, the drivetrain
or related parts may be damaged, the
vehicle may fly off the truck.

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