2001 Toyota Tacoma Owners Manual - Page 128

'01 Tacoma U (L/O 0009) Parking brake To check the indicator bulb, turn the ignition key to the "ON" position, but do not start the engine. CAUTION Before driving, be sure the parking brake is fully released and the parking brake reminder light is off. CAUTION Do not keep driving with the differential lock switch on. When parking, firmly apply the parking brake to avoid inadvertent creeping. To set: Pull out on the lever. For better holding power, first depress the brake pedal and hold it while setting the parking brake. To release: Press the lock release button (1), turn the lever clockwise (2), then push it in (3). To remind you that the parking brake is set, the parking brake reminder light in the instrument panel remains on until you release the parking brake. 136 2001 TACOMA (OM35766U)