2008 TOYOTA 4RUNNER maintenance schedule

2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide4RUNNER
80,000 Miles or 96 Months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
NOTE:Driving in heavy traffic, on dirt
roads or in urban, dusty or desert areas
may shorten the life of the cabin air filter.
Replacement may be needed if you notice
reduced air flow from the air conditioner
and heater or if the windows fog easily
when you use the
Fresh
mode. Consult
your dealer if any of these conditions occur.
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD)
Inspect engine air filterInspect steering linkage and bootsLubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
85,000 Miles or 102 Months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust coversInspect drive shaft boots (4WD)Inspect engine air filterInspect steering linkage and bootsLubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
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2008 4Runner Scheduled Maintenance Guide
90,000 Miles or 108 Months
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)Re-torque propeller shaft boltReplace cabin air filterReplace engine air filterReplace engine oil and oil filter1
Replace spark plugs5
Replace timing belt6
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs7
Inspect the following:
__ Automatic transmission fluid
__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Drive belts
__ Drive shaft boots (4WD)
__ Engine coolant
3
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
__ Front differential oil (4WD)__ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
__ Fuel tank cap gasket
__ Radiator and condenser
__ Rear differential oil
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil (4WD)
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Replace front differential oil (4WD)Replace rear differential oilReplace transfer case oil (4WD)Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
M
ILEAGE:
MAINTENANCE LOG
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1Reset the oil replacement reminder light (
MAINT REQD
) or the message
OIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED
on the
multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer to
Engine Coolant
in the
Explanation of Maintenance Items
section in the back of this guide for more
information.
4Includes operating on roads which road salt has been applied.51GR-FE engine. Maintenance services of spark plugs are required under the terms of the Emissions Control Warranty.62UZ-FE engine.7Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.

2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide4RUNNER
95,000 Miles or 114 Months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
NOTE:Driving in heavy traffic, on dirt
roads or in urban, dusty or desert areas
may shorten the life of the cabin air filter.
Replacement may be needed if you notice
reduced air flow from the air conditioner
and heater or if the windows fog easily
when you use the
Fresh
mode. Consult
your dealer if any of these conditions occur.
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD)
Inspect engine air filterInspect steering linkage and bootsLubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
100,000 Miles or 120 Months
Replace engine coolant5
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust coversInspect drive shaft boots (4WD)Inspect engine air filterInspect steering linkage and bootsLubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
MAINTENANCE LOG
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2008 4Runner Scheduled Maintenance Guide
105,000 Miles or 126 Months
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)Re-torque propeller shaft boltReplace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
Inspect the following:
__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Drive belts
__ Drive shaft boots (4WD)
__ Engine coolant
3
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings__ Front differential oil (4WD)
__ Radiator and condenser
__ Rear differential oil
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect engine air filterTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Replace front differential oil (4WD)Replace rear differential oilTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
M
ILEAGE:
MAINTENANCE LOG
19
1Reset the oil replacement reminder light (
MAINT REQD
) or the message
OIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED
on the
multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer to
Engine Coolant
in the
Explanation of Maintenance Items
section in the back of this guide for more
information.
4Includes operating on roads which road salt has been applied.

2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide4RUNNER
110,000 Miles or 132 Months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
NOTE:Driving in heavy traffic, on dirt
roads or in urban, dusty or desert areas
may shorten the life of the cabin air filter.
Replacement may be needed if you notice
reduced air flow from the air conditioner
and heater or if the windows fog easily
when you use the
Fresh
mode. Consult
your dealer if any of these conditions occur.
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD)
Inspect engine air filterInspect steering linkage and bootsLubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
115,000 Miles or 138 Months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust coversInspect drive shaft boots (4WD)Inspect engine air filterInspect steering linkage and bootsLubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
D
ATE:MILEAGE:
MAINTENANCE LOG
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2008 4Runner Scheduled Maintenance Guide
120,000 Miles or 144 Months
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)Re-torque propeller shaft boltReplace cabin air filterReplace engine air filterReplace engine oil and oil filter1
Replace spark plugs5
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs6
Inspect the following:
__ Automatic transmission fluid
__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Charcoal canister
7
__ Drive belts
__ Drive shaft boots (4WD)
__ Engine coolant
3
__ Engine valve clearance8
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings__ Front differential oil (4WD)
__ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
__ Fuel tank cap gasket
__ Radiator and condenser
__ Rear differential oil
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil (4WD)
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Replace automatic transmission fluidReplace front differential oil (4WD)Replace rear differential oilReplace transfer case oil (4WD)Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
M
ILEAGE:
MAINTENANCE LOG
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1Reset the oil replacement reminder light (
MAINT REQD
) or the message
OIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED
on the
multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer to
Engine Coolant
in the
Explanation of Maintenance Items
section in the back of this guide for more information.4Includes operating on roads which road salt has been applied.5Maintenance services of spark plugs are required under the terms of the Emissions Control Warranty.6Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.72UZ-FE engine. For vehicles registered in California, Massachusetts and New York States only.8Check for tappet noise and engine vibration and adjust if necessary.

2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide4RUNNER
The following descriptions are provided to give you a better understanding of the maintenance
items that should be performed 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 perform yourself, see the

Vehicle Maintenance and Care
and
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance
sections of the
Owner’s Manual.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID
Inspect or 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 looseness and damage. Check all dust
covers for deterioration and damage. Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts. A qualified
technician should perform these operations.
BRAKE LINES AND HOSES
Visually inspect for proper installation. Check for chafing, cracks, deterioration and signs of
leakage. Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts. A qualified technician should perform these
operations.
BRAKE LININGS/DRUMS AND BRAKE PADS/DISCS
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.
CABIN AIR FILTER
Replace at specified intervals. Driving in heavy traffic, on dirt roads or in urban, desert or dusty
areas may shorten filter’s life. More frequent replacement may be necessary.
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.
DRIVE BELTS
Inspect for cracks, excessive wear and oiliness. Check the belt tension and adjust if necessary.
Replace the belts if they are damaged.
DRIVE SHAFT BOOTS
Check the drive shaft boots and clamps for cracks, deterioration and damage. Replace any
deteriorated or damaged parts and, if necessary, repack the grease. A qualified technician
should perform these operations.
EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS
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2008 4Runner Scheduled Maintenance Guide
ENGINE AIR FILTER
Replace at specified intervals. When performing inspections, check for damage, excessive wear
and oiliness, and replace if necessary.
ENGINE COOLANT
Drain the cooling system and refill with an ethylene-glycol type coolant. Inspect hoses and
connections for corrosion and leaks. Tighten connections and replace parts when necessary. A
qualified technician should perform these operations. (For further details, refer to
Radiator,
Condenser and Hoses
in the
Vehicle Maintenance and Care
section of the
Owner’s Manual).
NOTE:
Your Toyota is equipped with Genuine Toyota Super Long-Life Coolant. The replacement
intervals for engine coolant recommended in this booklet are based on replacement
with Genuine Toyota Super Long-Life Coolant or similar high-quality non-silicate,
non-amine, non-borate ethylene-glycol coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid
technology (i.e., a combination of low phosphates and organic acids). If another type of
ethylene-glycol coolant is used, replacement intervals may be different.
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER
Replace the oil filter and drain and refill the engine oil at specified intervals. For recommended
oil grade and viscosity, refer to the
Owner’s Manual.
ENGINE VALVE CLEARANCE
Inspect for tappet 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.
FRONT OR REAR DIFFERENTIAL OIL
Inspect or 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.
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.
EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS
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