2005 TOYOTA TACOMA oil type

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LS72005
Low level Full level
Add oil O.K. Too full
2TRFE engine
LS72004
Low level Full level
Add oil O.K. Too full
1GRFE engine
With the engine at operating tempera-
ture and turned off, check the oil level
on the dipstick. 1. To get a correct reading, the vehicle should be on level ground. After turning
off the engine, wait a few minutes for
the oil to drain back into the bottom of
the engine.
2. Pull the dipstick out, hold a rag under the end and wipe it clean.
3. Reinsert the dipstick—push 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 while holding a rag under the
end.
CAUTION
Be careful not to touch the hot ex-
haust manifold.
NOTICE
Be careful not to drop engine oil on
the vehicle components.
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. We recommend that you use
a funnel when adding oil.
The approximate quantity of oil needed to
raise the level between low and full on the
dipstick is indicated as follows:
2TR −FE engine
1.3 L (1.4 qt., 1.1 Imp.qt.)
1GR −FE engine
1.5 L (1.6 qt., 1.3 Imp.qt.)
For the engine oil capacity, see “Service
specifications” on page 383 in Section 8.
When the level reaches within the correct
range, install the filler cap hand− tight.
NOTICE
Be careful not to spill engine oil on
the vehicle components.
 Avoid overfilling, or the engine
could be damaged.
 Check the oil level on the dipstick
once again after adding the oil.
Checking the engine oil level

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To ensure excellent lubrication perfor-
mance for your engine, “Toyota Genuine
Motor Oil” is available, which has been
specifically tested and approved for all
Toyota engines.
Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur-
ther details about “Toyota Genuine Motor
Oil”.Look at the seethrough coolant reser-
voir when the engine is cold. The cool-
ant level is satisfactory if it is between
the “FULL” and “LOW” lines on the
reservoir. If the level is low, add the
coolant. (For the coolant type, see
“Coolant type selection” described be-
low.)
The coolant level in the reservoir will vary
with engine temperature. However, if the
level is on or below the “LOW” line, add
coolant. Bring the level up to the “FULL”
line.
If the coolant level drops within a short
time after replenishing, there may be a
leak in the system. Visually check the
radiator, hoses, radiator cap and drain
cock and water pump.
If you can find no leak, have your Toyota
dealer test the cap pressure and check
for leaks in the cooling system.
CAUTION
To prevent burning yourself, do not
remove the radiator cap when the en-
gine is hot.
Coolant type selection
Use of improper coolants may damage
your engine cooling system.
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. (Coolant
with long −life hybrid organic acid
technology is a combination of low
phosphates and organic acids.)
For the U.S.A.—“Toyota Super Long Life
Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant and
50% deionized water. This coolant pro-
vides protection down to about −35 C
( − 31 F).
For Canada—“Toyota Super Long Life
Coolant” is a mixture of 55% coolant and
45% deionized water. This coolant pro-
vides protection down to about −42 C
( − 44 F).
NOTICE
Do not use plain water alone.
Checking the engine coolant
level

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ENGINE
Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.):2TR −FE engine
Automatic adjustment
1GR −FE engine
Intake 0.15—0.25 (0.006—0.010)
Exhaust 0.29—0.39 (0.011—0.015)
Spark plug type: 2TR −FE engine
DENSO SK20HR11
NGK ILFR6C11
1GR −FE engine
DENSO K20HR −U11
NGK LFR6C11
Spark plug gap, mm (in.): 1.1 (0.043) ENGINE LUBRICATION
Oil capacity (drain and refill),
L (qt., Imp. qt.):
2TR −FE engine
With filter 5.8 (6.1, 5.1)
Without filter 5.1 (5.4, 4.5)
1GR −FE engine
Tw o −wheel drive models except Pre-
Runner With filter 4.5 (4.8, 4.0)
Without filter 4.2 (4.4, 3.7)
Four −wheel drive models and
PreRunner
With filter 5.2 (5.5, 4.6)
Without filter 4.9 (5.2, 4.3)
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in
your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota approved
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
to satisfy the following grade and
viscosity.
Oil grade: API grade SL “Energy −Conserving” or
ILSAC multigrade engine oil Recommended oil viscosity:
SAE 5W −30
Outside temperature
Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur-
ther details.
Service specifications

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COOLING SYSTEM
Total capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):With manual transmission2TR −FE engine 8.7 (9.1, 7.6)
1GR −FE engine 9.7 (10.3, 8.5)
With automatic transmission 2TR −FE engine 8.6 (9.1, 7.6)
1GR −FE engine 9.6 (10.1, 8.5)
Coolant type: “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is
used 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.
(Coolant with long −life hybrid organic
acid technology is a combination of low
phosphates and organic acids.)
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.): 2TR −FE engine
Tw o −wheel drive models
2.6 (2.7, 2.3)
Four −wheel drive models
2.2 (2.3, 1.9)
1GR −FE engine
1.8 (1.9, 1.6)
Oil type: Gear Oil API GL−4 or GL−5
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 75W −90 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (4speed)
Fluid capacity (drain and refill),
L (qt., Imp. qt.):
Up to 2.0 (2.1, 1.8)
Fluid type: 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 Supplement”. 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 transmission
fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF
Type TIV” may cause deterioration in
shift quality, locking up of your trans-
mission accompanied by vibration, and
ultimately damage the automatic trans-
mission of your vehicle.
Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur-
ther details.

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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (5speed)
Fluid capacity (drain and refill),
L (qt., Imp. qt.):Up to 3.0 (3.2, 2.6)
Fluid type: Toyota Genuine ATF WS
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 Supplement”. When
changing the automatic transmission fluid,
use only “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” (ATF
JWS3324 or NWS9638) to aid in assuring
optimum transmission performance.
Notice: Using automatic transmission
fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF
WS” may cause deterioration in shift
quality, locking up of your transmission
accompanied by vibration, and ultimate-
ly 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 PreRun-
ner 3.31 (3.5, 2.9)
Four −wheel drive models and PreRunner
Front (four −wheel drive models)
1.50 (1.6, 1.3)
Rear 2.80 (3.0, 2.5)
Oil type: Without limited− slip differential
Hypoid gear oil API GL −5
With limited −slip differential
Hypoid gear oil for limited −slip dif-
ferential API GL −5 Recommended oil viscosity:
Front SAE 75W −90
Rear Above −18 C (0 F)
SAE 90
Below −18 C (0 F)
SAE 80W or 80W −90
CHASSIS LUBRICATION
Front drive shaft thrust bushings: Synthetic oil and lithium soap base
chassis grease, NLGI No.1
Propeller shafts:
SpidersLithium base chassis grease, NLGI
No.2
Slide yokes Lithium base chassis grease, NLGI
No.
2 or Molybdenum −disulfide lithium
base chassis grease, NLGI No.2

Publication No. OM35862U
Part No. 01999-35862
Printed in Japan 01−0503 −00
Quick index
 If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 147 . . . . . . . .
 If your vehicle will not start 300 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If your engine stalls while driving 303 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 If you cannot increase engine speed 304 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 If your vehicle overheats 304 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If you have a flat tire 305 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If your vehicle needs to be towed 315 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 Tips for driving during break −in period 253 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 How to start the engine 282 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 General maintenance 331 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 Complete index NO TAG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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Gas station information
Fuel type:
1GR −FE engine: UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane
Number 91) or higher
For improved vehicle performance, the use of premium unleaded gasoline
with an Octane Rating of 91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher is
recommended.
2TR −FE engine: UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane
Number 91) or higher
See page 253 for detailed information.
Fuel tank capacity: 80 L (21.1 gal., 17.6 lmp. gal.)
Engine oil:
API grade SL “Energy −Conserving” or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is
recommended.
See page 344 for detailed information.
Tire information: See pages 350 through 358.
Tire inflation pressure: See page 387.
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