2004 TOYOTA TACOMA manual transmission

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1. Reduce your speed gradually,keeping a straight line. Move cau-
tiously off the road to a safe place
well away from the traffic. Avoid
stopping on the center divider of
a highway. Park on a level spot
with firm ground.
2. Stop the engine and turn on your emergency flashers.
3. Firmly set the parking brake and put the transmission in “P” (auto-
matic) or reverse (manual).
4. Have everyone get out of the ve- hicle on the side away from traffic.
5. Read the following instructions thoroughly.CAUTION
When jacking, be sure to observe
the following to reduce the possi-
bility of personal injury:
Follow jacking instructions.
 Do not put any part of your
body under the vehicle sup-
ported by the jack. Otherwise,
personal injury may occur.
 Do not start or run the engine
while your vehicle is supported
by the jack.
 Stop the vehicle on a level firm
ground, firmly set the parking
brake and put the transmission
in “P” (automatic) or reverse
(manual). Block the wheel diag-
onally opposite to the one be-
ing changed if necessary.
Make sure to set the jack prop-
erly in the jack point. Raising
the vehicle with jack improper-
ly positioned will damage the
vehicle or may allow the ve-
hicle to fall off the jack and
cause personal injury.
 Never get under the vehicle
when the vehicle is supported
by the jack alone.
 Use the jack only for lifting
your vehicle during wheel
changing.
 Do not raise the vehicle with
someone in the vehicle.
 When raising the vehicle, do
not place any objects on top
of or underneath the jack.
 Raise the vehicle only high
enough to remove and change
the tire.
If you have a flat tire—

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Twowheel drive models—
(a) Towing with wheel lift type truck
From front—
Manual transmission:
We recommend using a towing dolly under
the rear wheels. If you do not use a tow-
ing dolly, release the parking brake and
put the transmission in neutral.
Automatic transmission:
Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels.
NOTICE
Never tow a vehicle with an automatic
transmission from the front with the
rear wheels on the ground, as this
may cause serious damage to the
transmission.
From rear— Place the ignition key in the
“ACC” position.
NOTICE
 When lifting wheels, take care to
ensure adequate ground clearance
for towing at the opposite end of
the raised vehicle. Otherwise, the
bumper and/or underbody of the
towed vehicle will be damaged dur-
ing towing.
 Do not tow with the key removed or
in the “LOCK” position, as the
steering lock mechanism is not
strong enough to hold the front
wheels straight while towing.
(b) Using flat bed truck Fourwheel drive models—
(a) Towing with wheel lift type truck
From front—
Manual transmission:
We recommend using a towing dolly under
the rear wheels. If you do not use a tow-
ing dolly, release the parking brake, put
the transmission in neutral and set the
transfer in “H2” mode.
Automatic transmission:
Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels.
NOTICE
Never tow a vehicle with an automatic
transmission from the front with the
rear wheels on the ground, as this
may cause serious damage to the
transmission.

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A driver must be in the vehicle to steer
it and operate the brakes.
Towing in this manner may be done only
on hard−surfaced roads for a short dis-
tance and at low speeds. Also, the
wheels, axles, drive train, steering and
brakes must all be in good condition.
CAUTION
Use extreme caution when towing the
vehicle. Avoid sudden starts or errat-
ic driving maneuvers which would
place excessive stress on the emer-
gency towing hook and towing cable
or chain. The hook and towing cable
or chain may break and cause serious
injury or damage.
NOTICE
Use only a cable or chain specifically
intended for use in towing vehicles.
Securely fasten the cable or chain to
the towing hook provided.
Before towing, release the parking brake,
put the transmission in neutral (manual) or
“N” (automatic) and set the transfer in
“H2” mode. The key must be in “ACC”
(engine off) or “ON” (engine running).
CAUTION
If the engine is not running, the pow-
er assist for the brakes and steering
will not work so steering and braking
will be much harder than usual.
Before emergency towing, check that
the hook is not broken or damaged and
that the installation bolts are not loose.
Fasten the towing cable or chain se-
curely to the hook.
Do not jerk the hook. Apply steady and
even force.
To avoid damaging the hook, do not
pull from the side or at a vertical
angle. Always pull straight ahead.
—Emergency towing hook
precautions (fourwheel drive
models and Pre Runner)

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Dimensions
Regular cab models Xtra−cab models
Overall length
Overall height
∗ 8
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)
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)
∗
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: With automatic transmission∗7: With manual transmission∗8: Unladen vehicle
TWO
−WHEEL DRIVE MODELS EXCEPT PRE RUNNER mm (in.)

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Without off−road package kg (lb.)
Tw o −wheel drive models
2RZ −FE engine
Regular cabManual transmission669 (1475)
Automatic transmission659 (1455)
Xtra −cabManual transmission691 (1525)
Automatic transmission682 (1505)
5VZ −FE engineXtra −cabManual transmission612 (1350)
Four −wheel drive models
3RZ −FE engine
Regular cabManual transmission805 (1775)
Automatic transmission791 (1745)
Xtra −cabManual transmission723 (1595)
Automatic transmission709 (1565)
5VZ −FE engineXtra −cabManual transmission703 (1550)
Automatic transmission691 (1525)
Double cabAutomatic transmission616 (1360)
Pre Runner
3RZ −FE engine
Regular cabAutomatic transmission893 (1970)
Xtra −cabAutomatic transmission814 (1795)
Double cabAutomatic transmission741 (1635)
5VZ −FE engineXtra −cabAutomatic transmission793 (1750)
Double cabAutomatic transmission721 (1590)
Payload∗

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With off−road package kg (lb.)
Four −wheel drive models
3RZ −FE engineXtra −cabManual transmission703 (1550)
5VZ −FE engineXtra −cabManual transmission682 (1505)
Automatic transmission671 (1480)
Double cabAutomatic transmission596 (1315)
Pre Runner
3RZ −FE engineXtra −cabAutomatic transmission793 (1750)
Double cabAutomatic transmission721 (1590)
5VZ −FE engineXtra −cabAutomatic transmission773 (1705)
Double cabAutomatic transmission700 (1545)
∗: Occupants + luggage

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Recommended oil viscosity:SAE 5W −30
Outside temperature
Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur-
ther details.
COOLING SYSTEM
Total capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):
Tw o −wheel drive models except Pre
Runner
With 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 Super Long Life Coolant” is
filled in your Toyota vehicle at factory
fill. In order to avoid technical problems,
only use “Toyota Super Long Life
Coolant” or similar high quality ethylene
glycol based non −silicate, non −amine,
non− nitrite, and non− borate coolant with
long− life hybrid organic acid technology.
Do not use plain water alone.
Please contact your Toyota dealer for
further details. BATTERY
Open voltage
∗ at 20
°C (68 °F):
12.6—12.8 V Fully charged
12.2—12.4 V Half charged
11.8—12.0 V Discharged
∗: Voltage that is checked 20 minutes
after the key is removed with all the
lights turned off
Charging rates: 5 A max.
CLUTCH
Pedal free play, mm (in.): 5—15 (0.2—0.6)
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 engine
Tw o −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

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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Fluid capacity (drain and refill),
L (qt., Imp. qt.):
Tw o −wheel drive models except Pre
Runner
Up to 2.4 (2.5, 2.1)
Four −wheel drive models and Pre Run-
ner
Up to 2.0 (2.1, 1.8)
Fluid type:
2RZ− FE engine—
Toyota Genuine ATF D −II or
DEXRON III (DEXRON II)
3RZ− FE and 5VZ −FE engines—
Toyota Genuine ATF Type T −IV
Change automatic transmission fluid
only as necessary. Generally, it is necessary to change
automatic transmission fluid only if
your vehicle is driven under one of
the Special Operating Conditions listed
in your “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner ’s Manual Supple-
ment”. When changing the automatic
transmission fluid, use only “Toyota
Genuine ATF Type T
−IV” (ATF
JWS3309 or NWS6500) to aid in
assuring optimum transmission perfor-
mance.
Notice: Using automatic transmis-
sion fluid other than “Toyota Genu-
ine ATF Type TIV” may cause dete-
rioration in shift quality, locking up
of your transmission accompanied
by vibration, and ultimately damage
the automatic transmission of your
vehicle.
Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur-
ther details.
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.):
Tw o −wheel drive models except Pre
Runner 2RZ− 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) 1.15 (1.2, 1.0)
Rear Short wheel baseWith rear differential lock system 2.65 (2.8, 2.3)
Without rear differential lock sys-
tem 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 sys-
tem 2.45 (2.6, 2.2)
Oil type: Hypoid Gear Oil API GL −5