2001 TOYOTA TACOMA wheel

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CAUTION
Do not mix radial, bias belted, or
bias−ply tires on your vehicle. It
can cause dangerous handling char-
acteristics, resulting in loss of con-
trol.
Do not use tires or wheels other
than the manufacturer’s recom-
mended size.
Toyota recommends all four tires, or at
least both front or rear tires be re-
placed as a set.
See If you have a flat tire" in Section 4
for tire change procedure.
When a tire is replaced, the wheel
should always be balanced.
An unbalanced wheel may affect vehicle
handling and tire life. Wheels can get out
of balance with regular use and should
therefore be balanced occasionally.
When replacing a tubeless tire, the air
valve should also be replaced with a
new one.
Rotating tires
With a spare tire of the same wheel type
as the installed tires
With a spare tire of different wheel type
from the installed tires
To equalize the wear and help extend
tire life, Toyota recommends that you
rotate your tires according to the main-
tenance schedule. (For scheduled main-
tenance information, please refer to the
Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or
Owner’s Manual Supplement".) Howev-
er, the most appropriate timing for tire
rotation may vary according to your
driving habits and road surface condi-
tions.
See If you have a flat tire" in Section 4
for tire change procedure.
When rotating tires, check for uneven
wear and damage. Abnormal wear is usu-
ally caused by incorrect tire pressure, im-
proper wheel alignment, out−of−balance
wheels, or severe braking.

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WHEN TO USE SNOW TIRES OR
CHAINS
Snow tires or chains are recommended
when driving on snow or ice.
On wet or dry roads, conventional tires
provide better traction than snow tires.
SNOW TIRE SELECTION
If you need snow tires, select the same
size, construction and load capacity as
the original tires on your Toyota.
Do not use tires other than those men-
tioned above. Do not install studded tires
without first checking local regulations for
possible restrictions.
SNOW TIRE INSTALLATION
Snow tires should be installed on all
wheels.
Installing snow tires on the rear wheels
only can lead to an excessive difference
in road grip capability between the front
and rear tires which could cause loss of
vehicle control.
When storing removed tires, you should
store them in a cool dry place.
Mark the direction of rotation and be sure
to install them in the same direction when
replacing.CAUTION
Do not drive with the snow tires
incorrectly inflated.
Never drive over 120 km/h (75 mph)
with any type of snow tires.
TIRE CHAIN SELECTION
Use the tire chains of correct size.
Regulations regarding the use of tire
chains vary according to location or
type of road, so always check them
before installing chains.
CHAIN INSTALLATION
Install the chains on the rear tires as
tightly as possible. Do not use tire
chains on the front tires. Retighten
chains after driving 0.51.0 km
(1/41/2 mile).
When installing chains on your tires, care-
fully follow the instructions of the chain
manufacturer.
If wheel covers are used, they will be
scratched by the chain band, so remove
the covers before putting on the chains.
CAUTION
Do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) or
the chain manufacturer’s recom-
mended speed limit, whichever is
lower.
Drive carefully avoiding bumps,
holes, and sharp turns, which may
cause the vehicle to bounce.
Avoid sharp turns or locked−wheel
braking, as use of chains may ad-
versely affect vehicle handling.
When driving with chains installed,
be sure to drive carefully. Slow
down before entering the curves to
avoid losing control of the vehicle.
Otherwise an accident may occur.
NOTICE
Two−wheel drive model with
P235/55R16 size tire:
Due to a lack of wheel clearance, do
not use tire chains as they can dam-
age your vehicle.
Installing snow tires and
chains

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Replacing wheels
WHEN TO REPLACE YOUR WHEELS
If you have wheel damage such as
bending, cracks or heavy corrosion, the
wheel should be replaced.
If you fail to replace damaged wheels, the
tire may slip off the wheel or cause loss
of handling control.
WHEEL SELECTION
When replacing wheels, care should be
taken to ensure that the wheels are re-
placed by ones with the same load ca-
pacity, diameter, rim width, and offset.
Correct replacement wheels are available
at your Toyota dealer.
A wheel of a different size or type may
adversely affect handling, wheel and bear-
ing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odom-
eter calibration, stopping ability, headlight
aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clear-
ance, and tire or snow chain clearance to
the body and chassis. Replacement with used wheels is not rec-
ommended as they may have been sub-
jected to rough treatment or high mileage
and could fail without warning. Also, bent
wheels which have been straightened may
have structural damage and therefore
should not be used. Never use an inner
tube in a leaking wheel which is designed
for a tubeless tire.
Aluminum wheel precautions
When installing aluminum w
heels,
check that the wheel nuts are tight
after driving your vehicle the first 1600
km (1000 miles).
If you have rotated, repaired, or
changed your tires, check that the
wheel nuts are still tight after driving
1600 km (1000 miles).
When using tire chains, be careful not
to damage the aluminum wheels.
Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and
wrench designed for your aluminum
wheels.
When balancing your wheels, use only
Toyota balance weights or equivalent
and a plastic or rubber hammer.
As with any wheel, periodically check
your aluminum wheels for damage. If
damaged, replace immediately.

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Dimensions
Regular cab models Xtra−cab models
Overall length
Overall height
∗ 6
Front tread
Rear tread Overall width
Wheelbase 4540(178.7)
∗
1
4685(184.4)∗25010(197.2)∗1
5155(203.0)∗2
1690(66.5)
1765(69.5)∗3, ∗
41690(66.5)
1620(63.8)
∗4
1630(64.2)∗5
3095(121.9)
1450(57.1)
1455(57.3)
1455(57.3) 1450(57.1)
2625(103.3) 1590(62.5)
∗
3, ∗
4
1605(63.2)∗4
1615(63.6)∗5
∗ 1
: Without rear step bumper∗2: With rear step bumper∗3: With 5VZ−FE engine∗4: With P235/55R16 tires∗5: With P205/75R15 tires∗6: Unladen vehicle
TWO−WHEEL DRIVE MODELS EXCEPT PRE RUNNER mm (in.)

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FOUR−WHEEL DRIVE MODELS AND PRE RUNNERmm (in.)
Regular cab modelsXtra−cab modelsDouble cab models
Overall length4685(184.4)5155(203.0)5155(203.0)
Overall width1690(66.5)∗
1
1785(70.3)∗21690(66.5)∗1
1785(70.3)∗21785(70.3)
Overall height∗31720(67.7)∗1
1750(68.9)∗21715(67.5)∗1
1745(68.7)∗21715(67.5)∗1
1745(68.7)∗2
Wheelbase2625(103.3)3095(121.9)3095(121.9)
Front tread1460(57.5)∗1
1500(59.1)∗21460(57.5)∗1
1500(59.1)∗21460(57.5)∗1
1500(59.1)∗2
Rear tread1455(57.3)∗1
1495(58.9)∗21455(57.3)∗1
1495(58.9)∗21455(57.3)∗1
1495(58.9)∗2
∗1: With P225/75R15 tires∗2: With P265/70R16 tires∗3: Unladen vehicle

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Cargo weight ratingEngine
Model:
2RZ−FE, 3RZ−FE and 5VZ−FE
Type:
2RZ−FE and 3RZ−FE engines4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline
5VZ−FE engine 6 cylinder V type, 4 cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke, mm (in.): 2RZ−FE engine95.0 86.0(3.74 3.39)
3RZ−FE engine 95.0 95.0(3.74 3.74)
5VZ−FE engine 93.5 82.0(3.68 3.23)
Displacement, cm
3 (cu. in.):
2RZ−FE engine 2438(148.8)
3RZ−FE engine 2694(164.3)
5VZ−FE engine 3378(206.1)
Regular cab models Xtra−cab models
∗ 1: With 1 occupant∗2: With 3 occupants∗3: With 5 occupants
Two−wheel drive
models except
Pre Runner
Four−wheel drive
models
Pre Runner
Double cab models
460(1020)
∗ 1
375(830)∗2
500(1100)∗1
460(1020)∗2
500(1100)∗1
480(1060)∗2
410(900)∗1
350(770)∗2
250(550)∗3
500(1100)∗1
370(825)∗2
235(525)∗3
500(1100)∗1
450(1000)∗2
335(745)∗3
440(970)∗1
300(670)∗2
165(365)∗3
450(1000)∗1
380(845)∗2
265(590)∗3
kg (lb.)

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Fuel
Fuel type:Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87
(Research Octane Number 91) or higher
Fuel tank capacity, L (gal., Imp. gal.): Two−wheel drive models except Pre
Runner60(16.0,13.3)
Four−wheel drive models and Pre
Runner 70(18.5,15.4)
Service specifications
ENGINE
Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.):
2RZ−FE and 3RZ−FE enginesIntake 0.150.25(0.0060.010)
Exhaust 0.250.35(0.0100.014)
5VZ−FE engine Intake 0.130.23(0.0060.009)
Exhaust 0.270.37(0.0110.014)
Spark plug type: 2RZ−FE and 3RZ−FE enginesDENSO K16R−U11
NGK BKR5EYA−11
5VZ−FE engine DENSO K16TR11
NGK BKR5EKB−11
Spark plug gap, mm (in.): 1.1(0.043) Drive belt tension measured with Bor-
roughs drive belt tension gauge No.
BT−33−73F (used belt), lbf:
2RZ−FE and 3RZ−FE enginesGenerator belt 115 20
Air conditioning compressor belt
100 20
Power steering pump belt
100
+20
−15
5VZ−FE engineGenerator belt 100  20
Air conditioning compressor belt 100 20
Power steering pump belt
100
+20
−15

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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):
5W-30 Preferred
Temperature range anticipated before
next oil change
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) 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.