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Checking the engine oil level
Low level Full levelTy p e A
Ty p e B
Add oil O.K. Too full
With the engine at operating tempera-
ture and turned off, check the oil level
on the dipstick. 1. To get a true reading, the vehicle should be on a level spot. After turning
off the engine, wait a few minutes for
the oil to drain back into the bottom of
the engine.
2. Pull out the dipstick, and wipe it clean with a rag.
3. Reinsert the dipstickpush it in as far as it will go, or the reading will not be
correct.
4. Pull the dipstick out and look at the oil level on the end.
CAUTION
Be careful not to touch the hot ex-
haust manifold.
If the oil level is below or only slightly
above the low level, add engine oil of
the same type as already in the engine.
Remove the oil filler cap and add engine
oil in small quantities at a time, checking
the dipstick.
The approximate quantity of oil needed to
fill between the low level and the full level
on the dipstick is indicated below for ref-
erence.
When the level reaches within the correct
range, install the f iller cap hand−tight.
Oil quantity, L (qt., lmp. qt.): 2RZ−FE and 3RZ−FE engines 1.5(1.6,1.3)
5VZ−FE engine Two−wheel drive models
except Pre Runner 1.5(1.6,1.3)
Four−wheel drive models
and Pre Runner 1.2(1.3,1.1)
NOTICE
Avoid overfilling, or the engine
could be damaged.
 Check the oil level on the dipstick
once again after adding the oil.
Engine oil selection
Use API grade SJ, Energy−Conserving"
or ILSAC multigrade engine oil.
Recommended viscosity (SAE):
SAE 5W−30 is the best choice for your
vehicle, for good fuel economy, and
good starting in cold weather.
If you use SAE 10W−30 engine oil in
extremely low temperatures, the engine
may become difficult to start, so SAE
5W−30 engine oil is recommended.

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ENGINE LUBRICATION
Oil capacity (drain and refill), L (qt., Imp.
qt.):
Two−wheel drive models except Pre
Runner2RZ−FE engineWith filter 5.5(5.8,4.8)
Without filter 4.8(5.0,4.2)
5VZ−FE engine With filter 5.4(5.7,4.8)
Without filter 5.1(5.4,4.5)
Four−wheel drive models and Pre
Runner
3RZ−FE engineWith filter 5.4(5.7,4.8)
Without filter 4.7(5.0,4.1)
5VZ−FE engine With filter 5.2(5.5,4.6)
Without filter 4.9(5.2,4.3)
Oil grade: API grade SJ, Energy−Conserving" or
ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recom-
mended. Recommended oil viscosity (SAE):
COOLING SYSTEM
Total capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):
Two−wheel drive models except Pre
RunnerWith manual transmission2RZ−FE engine 8.0(8.5,7.0)
5VZ−FE engine 9.7(10.3,8.5)
With automatic transmission 2RZ−FE engine 7.8(8.2,6.9)
5VZ−FE engine 9.5(10.0,8.4) Four−wheel drive models and Pre
Runner
With manual transmission3RZ−FE engine 8.3(8.8,7.3)
5VZ−FE engine 10.1(10.7,8.9)
With automatic transmission 3RZ−FE engine 8.2(8.7,7.2)
5VZ−FE engine 10.0(10.5,8.8)
Coolant type: TOYOTA Long Life Coolant" or equiva-
lent
With ethylene−glycol type coolant for a
proper corrosion protection of aluminum
components
Do not use alcohol type antifreeze or
plain water alone.
BATTERY
Open voltage
∗ at 20 °C (68 °F):
12.612.8 V Fully charged
12.212.4 V Half charged
11.812.0 V Discharged
∗: Voltage that is checked 20 minutes
after the key is removed with all the
lights turned off
Charging rates: 5 A max.

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CLUTCH
Pedal free play, mm (in.):515 (0.20.6)
Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): 2RZ−FE engine 2.6(2.7,2.3)
3RZ−FE engine 2.5(2.6,2.2)
5VZ−FE engineTwo−wheel drive models 2.6(2.7,2.3)
Four−wheel drive models
2.2(2.3,1.9)
Oil type: Gear Oil API GL−4 or GL−5
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 75W−90 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Fluid capacity (drain and ref
ill), L (qt.,
Imp. qt.):
Two−wheel drive models2RZ−FE engineUp to 2.4(2.5,2.1)
5VZ−FE and 3RZ−FE engines Up to 1.6(1.7,1.4)
Four−wheel drive models Up to 2.0(2.1,1.8)
Fluid type: Automatic transmission fluid D−II or
DEXRON III (DEXRON II)
TRANSFER
Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): 1.0(1.1,0.9)
Oil type: Gear Oil API GL−4 or GL−5
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 75W−90 DIFFERENTIAL
Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):
Two−wheel drive models except Pre
Runner2RZ−FE engine 1.35(1.4,1.2)
5VZ−FE engine 2.55(2.7,2.2)
Four−wheel drive models and Pre
Runner
Front (except Pre Runner) A.D.D. 1.15(1.2,1.0)
Except A.D.D. 1.1(1.2,1.0)
Rear
Short wheel baseWith rear differential lock system 2.65(2.8,2.3)
Without rear differential lock system 2.55(2.7,2.2)
Extra long wheel base With rear differential lock system 2.95(3.1,2.6)
Without rear differential lock system 2.45(2.6,2.2)
Oil type: Hypoid Gear Oil API GL−5

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Center of gravity location
B
A
Rear end of truck bed
Recommended location
for cargo center of
gravity for cargo
weight rating
Two−wheel drive models
except Pre Runner mm (in.)
AB
Normal cab models1397
(55.0)838
(33.0)
Xtra−cab models
2RZ−FE engine
5VZ−FE engine
1397
(55.0)
1193
(47.0)1016
(40.0)
1066
(42.0)
Four−wheel drive models
and Pre Runner mm (in.)
A
B
1397
(55.0)838
(33.0)
The figures given in the illustration indi-
cate the recommended center of gravity
zone.
CAUTION
If a load is too far back, it can cause
dangerous handling. If it is too far
forward, the front axle may be over-
loaded.
Camper center of gravity
Recommended center of
gravity location zone
Cargo weight rating
Two−wheel drive models
except Pre Runner Normal cab modelsWith 2 occupants 499 kg(1100 lb.)
With 3 occupants
431 kg(950 lb.)
Cargo weight rating and
proper matching

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Xtra−cab modelsWith 2 occupants in the front
seats and no occupants in the
rear seats 499 kg(1100 lb.)
With 3 occupants in the front
seats and no occupants in the
rear seats 431 kg(950 lb.)
With 3 occupants in the front
seats and 2 occupants in the rear
seats 295 kg(650 lb.)
Four−wheel drive models
and Pre Runner Normal cab models With 2 or 3 occupants 499 kg(1100 lb.) Xtra−cab models
Vehicles with off road packageWith 2 occupants in the front
seats and no occupants in the
rear seats 340 kg(750 lb.)
With 3 occupants in the front
seats and no occupants in the
rear seats 272 kg(600 lb.)
With 3 occupants in the front
seats and 2 occupants in the rear
seats 136 kg300 lb.)
Vehicles without off road package With 2 or 3 occupants in the front
seats and no occupants in the
rear seats
499 kg(1100 lb.)
With 3 occupants in the front
seats and 2 occupants in the rear
seats 318 kg(700 lb.) When the truck is used to carry a slide−in
camper, the total cargo load of the truck
consists of the manufacturer ’s camper
weight figure, the weight of installed addi-
tional camper equipment not included in
the manufacturer ’s camper weight figure,
the weight of camper cargo, and the
weight of passengers in the camper.
The total cargo load should not exceed
the truck’s cargo weight rating and the
camper ’s center of gravity should fall with-
in the truck’s recommended center of
gravity zone when installed.
CAUTION
Be carefuloverloading can cause
dangerous braking and handling prob-
lems, and can damage your vehicle
and its tires.

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Publication No. OM35751U
Part No. 01999-35751
Printed in Japan 01−9908−00
(U)
Quick index
If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 78 . . . . . . . . . .
 If your vehicle will not start 184 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If your engine stalls while driving 187 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 If your vehicle overheats 187 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If you have a flat tire 188 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If your vehicle needs to be towed 198 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 Tips for driving during break−in period 155 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 How to start the engine 170 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 General maintenance 215 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 Complete index NO TAG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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Gas station information
Fuel type:
UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91)
or higher
See page 155 for detailed information.
Fuel tank capacity: Two−wheel drive models except Pre Runner
57 L (15.1 gal., 12.5 lmp. gal.)
Four−wheel drive models and Pre Runner 68 L (18.0 gal., 15.0 lmp. gal.)
Engine oil:
API grade SJ, Energy−Conserving or ILSAC multigrade engine oil
is recommended.
See page 228 for detailed information.
Tire information: See pages 232 through 236.
Tire pressure: See page 254.
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