2002 TOYOTA TACOMA engine

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NOTICE
Be sure the engine and all accesso-
ries are off before performing main-
tenance.
 When checking the battery, remove
the ground cable from the negative
terminal (“” mark) first and rein-
stall it last.
 Be careful not to cause a short cir-
cuit with tools.
 Take care no solution gets into the
battery when washing it.
Ty p e A
Green Dark Clear or
light yellow
Ty p e B Blue White Red
CHECKING BY INDICATOR
Check the battery condition by the indi-
cator color.
Indicator color
ConditionTy p e ATy p e B
GreenBlueGood
DarkWhite
Charging necessary.
Have battery
checked by your
Toyota dealer.
Clear orlight
yellow
Red
Have battery
checked by your
Toyota dealer.
During recharging, the battery is pro-
ducing hydrogen gas.
Therefore, before recharging:
1. If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect
the ground cable.
2. Be sure the power switch on the re- charger is off when connecting the
charger cables to the battery and when
disconnecting them.
CAUTION
Always charge the battery in an un-
confined area. Do not charge the
battery in a garage or closed room
where there is not sufficient ventila-
tion.
Only do a slow charge (5 A or
less). Charging at a quicker rate is
dangerous. The battery may ex-
plode, causing personal injuries.
NOTICE
Never recharge the battery while the
engine is running. Also, be sure all
accessories are turned off.
—Checking battery fluid Battery recharging precautions

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If the new fuse immediately blows out,
there is a problem with the electrical sys-
tem. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as
soon as possible.
CAUTION
Never use a fuse with a higher am-
perage rating, or any other object, in
place of a fuse. This may cause ex-
tensive damage and possibly a fire.
If any washer does not work, the wash-
er tank may be empty. Add washer
fluid.
You may use plain water as washer fluid.
However, in cold areas where tempera-
tures range below freezing point, use
washer fluid containing antifreeze. This
product is available at your Toyota dealer
and most auto parts stores. Follow the
manufacturer ’s directions for how much to
mix with water.
NOTICE
Do not use engine antifreeze or any
other substitute because it may dam-
age your vehicle’s paint.
The following illustrations show how to
gain access to the bulbs. When replacing
a bulb, make sure the ignition switch and
light switch are off. Use bulbs with the
wattage ratings given in the table.
CAUTION
To prevent yourself from burning,
do not replace the light bulbs while
they are hot.
Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas
inside and require special handling.
They can burst or shatter if
scratched or dropped. Hold a bulb
only by its plastic or metal case.
Do not touch the glass part of a
bulb with bare hands.
NOTICE
Only use a bulb of the listed type.
Adding washer fluidReplacing light bulbs—

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SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions282
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Payload 284
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Engine 286
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Fuel 286
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Service specifications 286
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Tires 290
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Fuses 290
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SECTION 8

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Dimensions
Regular cab models Xtracab models
Overall length
Overall height
∗ 8
Front tread
Rear tread Overall width
Wheelbase 4540 (178.7)
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1
4685 (184.4)∗25010 (197.2)∗1
5155 (203.0)∗2
1690 (66.5)
1765 (69.5)∗3, 41690 (66.5)
1625 (64.0)
∗4, 6
1615 (63.6)∗5, 6
1620 (63.8)∗4, 7
1630 (64.2)∗5, 7
3095 (121.9)
1450 (57.1)
1455 (57.3)
1455 (57.3) 1450 (57.1)
2625 (103.3) 1590 (62.5)
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3, 4
1605 (63.2)∗4
1615 (63.6)∗5
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: Without rear step bumper∗2: With rear step bumper∗3: With 5VZFE engine∗4: With P235/55R16 tires∗5: With P205/75R15 tires∗6: With automatic transmission∗7: With manual transmission∗8: Unladen vehicle
TWOWHEEL DRIVE MODELS EXCEPT PRE RUNNER mm (in.)

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Without offroad packagekg (lb.)
Twowheel drive models
2RZFE engine
Regular cabManual transmission680 (1500)
Automatic transmission671 (1480)
XtracabManual transmission703 (1550)
Automatic transmission694 (1530)
5VZFE engineXtracabManual transmission623 (1375)
Fourwheel drive models
3RZFE engine
Regular cabManual transmission821 (1810)
Automatic transmission807 (1780)
XtracabManual transmission739 (1630)
Automatic transmission725 (1600)
5VZFE engineXtracabManual transmission718 (1585)
Automatic transmission707 (1560)
Double cabAutomatic transmission632 (1395)
Pre Runner
3RZFE engine
Regular cabAutomatic transmission909 (2005)
XtracabAutomatic transmission830 (1830)
Double cabAutomatic transmission757 (1670)
5VZFE engineXtracabAutomatic transmission791 (1745)
Double cabAutomatic transmission737 (1625)
Payload∗

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With offroad packagekg (lb.)
Fourwheel drive models
3RZFE engineXtracabManual transmission716 (1580)
5VZFE engineXtracabManual transmission696 (1535)
Automatic transmission684 (1510)
Double cabAutomatic transmission603 (1330)
Pre Runner
3RZFE engineXtracabAutomatic transmission814 (1795)
Double cabAutomatic transmission734 (1620)
5VZFE engineXtracabAutomatic transmission768 (1695)
Double cabAutomatic transmission707 (1560)
∗: Occupants + luggage

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Model:2RZFE, 3RZFE and 5VZFE
Type:
2RZFE and 3RZFE engines4 cylinder in line, 4 cycle, gasoline
5VZFE engine 6 cylinder V type, 4 cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke, mm (in.): 2RZFE engine95.0 86.0 (3.74 3.39)
3RZFE engine 95.0 95.0 (3.74 3.74)
5VZFE engine 93.5 82.0 (3.68 3.23)
Displacement, cm
3 (cu. in.):
2RZFE engine 2438 (148.8)
3RZFE engine 2694 (164.3)
5VZFE engine 3378 (206.1) Fuel type:
Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87
(Research Octane Number 91) or higher
Fuel tank capacity, L (gal., Imp. gal.): Twowheel drive models except Pre
Runner60 (16.0, 13.3)
Fourwheel drive models and Pre
Runner 70 (18.5, 15.4) ENGINE
Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.):
2RZFE and 3RZFE enginesIntake 0.15—0.25 (0.006—0.010)
Exhaust 0.25—0.35 (0.010—0.014)
5VZFE engine Intake 0.13—0.23 (0.006—0.009)
Exhaust 0.27—0.37 (0.011—0.014)
Spark plug type: 2RZFE and 3RZFE enginesDENSO K16RU11
NGK BKR5EYA11
5VZFE engine DENSO K16TR11
NGK BKR5EKB11
Spark plug gap, mm (in.): 1.1 (0.043)
Engine FuelService specifications

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Drive belt tension measured with Bor-
roughs drive belt tension gauge No.
BT3373F (used belt), lbf:2RZFE and 3RZFE enginesGenerator belt 115  20
Air conditioning compressor belt
100 20
Power steering pump belt
100
+20
15
5VZFE engineGenerator belt 100  20
Air conditioning compressor belt 100 20
Power steering pump belt
100
+20
15
ENGINE LUBRICATION
Oil capacity (drain and refill), L (qt., Imp.
qt.):
Twowheel drive models except Pre
Runner2RZFE engineWith filter 5.5 (5.8, 4.8)
Without filter 4.8 (5.0, 4.2)
5VZFE engine With filter 5.4 (5.7, 4.8)
Without filter 5.1 (5.4, 4.5)
Fourwheel drive models and Pre
Runner
3RZFE engineWith filter 5.4 (5.7, 4.8)
Without filter 4.7 (5.0, 4.1)
5VZFE engine With filter 5.2 (5.5, 4.6)
Without filter 4.9 (5.2, 4.3)
Oil grade: API grade SJ “EnergyConserving”, SL
“EnergyConserving” or ILSAC
multigrade engine oil is recommended. Recommended oil viscosity (SAE):
5W-30 Preferred
Temperature range anticipated before
next oil change
COOLING SYSTEM
Total capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): Twowheel drive models except Pre
RunnerWith manual transmission2RZFE engine 8.0 (8.5, 7.0)
5VZFE engine 9.7 (10.3, 8.5)
With automatic transmission 2RZFE engine 7.8 (8.2, 6.9)