2001 TOYOTA TACOMA Warranties & Maintenance Guides (in English)

Extended Service Coverage
Toyota vehicle service agreements provide protection against
unexpected repairs for mechanical breakdown beyond the fac-
tory warranty.
1They also protect you from increases in the cost
of covered repairs. In addition, many plans include benefits
such as towing, substitute transportation and travel protection
with lodging and meals.
Because they are factory- backed, Toyota service agreements are
accepted at all Toyota dealerships in the United States and
Canada. That means repairs are made only by factory- trained
technicians using Genuine Toyota Parts.
Toyota Financial Services offers several levels of service agree-
ment coverage, each with a variety of time and mileage options.
2
Your Toyota dealer can help you select the coverage that best
meets your needs.
Pre-Paid Maintenance
An excellent way to make sure your Toyota receives the recom-
mended maintenance — and to protect yourself from increases
in vehicle service costs — is to pay for maintenance services in
advance.
Toyota Auto Care pre- paid maintenance plans are available
for both new and used vehicles. Benefits include oil- and- filter
changes, lubrication of key chassis parts and a 19- point vehicle
inspection at each service interval. In addition, you receive
24- hour roadside assistance, timed service reminders and a
computerized history of each service visit. The Premium Plan
(available for new vehicles) also includes tire rotations and
factory- recommended maintenance at service intervals of
15,000, 30,000 and 45,000 miles.
Toyota Auto Care plans offer two coverage levels as well as
several options for service intervals, time and mileage. Ask your
Toyota dealer to help you select the options that are best for you.
1Vehicle service agreements are offered by Toyota Motor Insurance Services, Inc., dba Toyota
Motor Services Company in certain states. In Florida, offered by Toyota Motor Insurance
Company.
2Toyota Financial Services is a service mark used by Toyota Motor Insurance Services, Inc.
TOYOTA MAINTENANCE & REPAIR SUPPORT
Service Agreements & Pre-Paid Maintenance
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Determining Your Vehicle’s Maintenance Needs
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Determining the Proper
Maintenance Interval
Depending on your circumstances, you should obtain mainte-
nance for your Toyota every 5, 000 miles or every 7, 500 miles.
Follow these guidelines to determine which interval to use.
5,000-Mile Intervals
Use 5, 000- mile intervals if you primarily operate your vehicle
under any of the following conditions:
•Driving on unpaved or dusty roads.
•Towing a trailer or using a car- top carrier.
•Repeated trips of less than five miles in temperatures
below freezing.
7,500-Mile Intervals
Use 7, 500- mile intervals if you primarily operate your vehicle
under conditions other than those listed above.
Following the Maintenance Log Charts
The scheduled maintenance log identifies the maintenance
required at each mileage interval and corresponding time interval
based on mileage of 1, 250 miles per month. If you drive more than
1, 250 miles per month, you should obtain maintenance at the indi-
cated mileage interval rather than the indicated time interval.
If you choose 5,000- mile intervals, follow the maintenance
instructions shown below non- shaded headings such as this one:
5,000 Miles or 4 Months
If you choose 7, 500- mile intervals, follow the maintenance
instructions shown below shaded headings such as this one:
7, 500 Miles or 6 Months
At 15,000- mile increments, the 5,000- mile and 7, 500- mile
intervals coincide. Therefore, shaded and non- shaded headings
appear together, as in this example:
15,000 Miles or 12 Months
15,000 Miles or 12 Months

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Determining Your Vehicle’s Maintenance Needs
Special Operating Conditions
In addition to standard maintenance items, the scheduled main-
tenance log indicates services that should be performed on
vehicles that are driven under especially demanding conditions.
Specific conditions require specific services, as indicated below.
The scheduled maintenance log indicates at which mileage/
time intervals each service should be performed.
You should perform these additional maintenance services if
you drive
primarilyunder any of the conditions noted. If you
drive only occasionally under these conditions, it is not neces-
sary to perform the additional services.
Driving on Rough, Muddy or Snow-Melted Roads
•Rotate tires
•Inspect ball joints and dust cover
•Inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
•Inspect drive shaft boots
•Inspect nuts and bolts on chassis and body
•Inspect steering linkage and boots
•Re- torque drive shaft bolt*
•Lubricate propeller shaft and re- torque bolt*
Driving on Salt-Covered Roads
•Lubricate propeller shaft and re- torque bolt*
Driving on Unpaved or Dusty Roads
•Inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
•Inspect or change engine air filter
•Lubricate propeller shaft and re- torque bolt*
•Replace air conditioning filter*
Extensive Idling or Low-Speed Driving
for Long Distances
•Inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
* Applies to selected models. See the scheduled maintenance log for details.

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or Car-Top Carrier
•Inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
•Inspect nuts and bolts on chassis and body
•Replace differential oil
•Replace transmission fluid or oil
•Replace transfer oil *
•Lubricate propeller shaft and re- torque bolt*
For Sequoia Only
Replace the rear differential oil every 5,000 miles on vehicles
used for extended- duration trailer- towing operation.
Off-Road Maintenance
If you own a Land Cruiser or a four- wheel drive RAV4,
Sequoia, Tacoma, Tundra or 4Runner, you should check the
following items daily whenever you drive off- road through
deep sand, mud or water:
•Brake lines and hoses
•Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
•Differential oil
•Drive shaft bearings (Land Cruiser)
•Engine air filter
•Steering linkage and boots
•Transfer oil
•Transmission fluid or oil
•Wheel bearings (Land Cruiser)
For all four- wheel drive vehicles except RAV4, you should
also lubricate the propeller shafts daily.
Determining Your Vehicle’s Maintenance Needs

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The following descriptions are provided to give you a better
understanding of the maintenance items that should be per-
formed on your vehicle. The scheduled maintenance log
indicates at which mileage/time intervals each item should be
performed. Please note that many maintenance items should be
performed only by a qualified technician.
For further information on maintenance items you can per-
form yourself, see the “Vehicle Maintenance and Care” and
“Do- It-Yourself Maintenance” sections of your
Owner’s Manual.
Air Conditioning Filter
Replace at specified intervals.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
or Manual Transmission Oil
Replace at specified intervals. When performing inspections,
check each component for signs of leakage. If you discover any
leakage, have it repaired by a qualified technician immediately.
Ball Joints and Dust Covers
Check the suspension and steering linkage ball joints for loose-
ness and damage. Check all dust covers for deterioration and
damage. Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts. A qualified
technician should perform these inspections.
Brake Lines and Hoses
Visually inspect for proper installation. Check for chafing,
cracks, deterioration and evidence of leaking. Replace any deteri-
orated or damaged parts immediately. A qualified technician
should perform these operations.
Explanation of Maintenance Items

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Check the brake linings (shoes) and drums for scoring, burning,
fluid leakage, broken parts and excessive wear. Check the pads for
excessive wear and the discs for runout, excessive wear and fluid
leakage. Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts. A qualified
technician should perform these operations.
Charcoal Canister (CA, MA and NY vehicles)
Check for internal damage and clogging. If necessary, clean
with compressed air or replace. A qualified technician should
perform these operations.
Differential Oil
Replace at specified intervals. When performing inspections,
check each component for signs of leakage. If you discover any
leakage, have it repaired by a qualified technician immediately.
Drive Belts
Inspect for cracks, excessive wear and oiliness. Check the belt ten-
sion and adjust if necessary. Replace the belts if they are damaged.
Drive Shaft Boots
Check the drive shaft boots and clamps for cracks, deteriora-
tion and damage. Replace any damaged parts and, if necessary,
repack the grease. Selected models also require periodic inspec-
tion of the drive shaft bolt for proper torque. A qualified
technician should perform these operations.
Engine Air Filter
Replace at specified intervals. When performing inspections,
check for damage, excessive wear and oiliness, and replace if
necessary.
Explanation of Maintenance Items

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Drain and flush the cooling system and refill with an ethylene-
glycol type coolant. A qualified technician should perform
this operation.
Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Replace oil filter and drain and refill engine oil at specified
intervals. For recommended oil grade and viscosity, refer to
your
Owner’s Manual.
Engine Valve Clearance
Inspect for excessive lifter noise and engine vibration and adjust if
necessary. A qualified technician should perform this operation.
Exhaust Pipes and Mountings
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, muffler and hangers for
cracks, deterioration and damage. Start the engine and listen
carefully for any exhaust gas leakage. Tighten connections or
replace parts as necessary.
Fuel Lines and Connections, Fuel Tank Band
and Fuel Tank Vapor Vent System Hoses
Visually inspect for corrosion, damage, cracks and loose or leaking
connections. Tighten connections or replace parts as necessary.
Fuel Tank Cap Gasket
Visually inspect for cracks, deterioration and damage and
replace if necessary.
Nuts and Bolts on Chassis and Body
Re- tighten the seat mounting bolts and front/rear suspension
member retaining bolts to specified torque.
Propeller Shaft
Lubricate the propeller shaft spiders and slide yokes with
lithium- base chassis grease and the double cardan joint with
molybdenum- disulfide lithium- base chassis grease, and re-
torque the bolt. Only a qualified technician should re- torque
the bolt.
Explanation of Maintenance Items

Spark Plugs
Replace at specified intervals. Install new plugs of the same
type as originally equipped. A qualified technician should per-
form this operation.
Steering Gear Box
Inspect for signs of leakage. If you discover any leakage, have it
repaired immediately by a qualified technician.
Steering Linkage and Boots
With the vehicle stopped, check for excessive freeplay in the steer-
ing wheel. Inspect the linkage for bending and damage and the dust
boots for deterioration, cracks and damage. Replace any damaged
parts. A qualified technician should perform these operations.
Timing Belt
Replace every 90,000 miles. A qualified technician should per-
form this operation.
Tire Rotation
Tires should be rotated according to the instructions in the
Owner’s Manual. When rotating tires, check for damage and
uneven wear. Replace if necessary.
Transfer Case Oil
Inspect for signs of leakage. If you discover any leakage, have it
repaired by a qualified technician immediately.
Wheel Bearing and Drive Shaft Bearing Grease
Repack the wheel bearings with wheel bearing grease and the
front drive shaft bearings with molybdenum- disulfide lithium-
base chassis grease. A qualified technician should perform
these operations.
Explanation of Maintenance Items
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