2008 4Runner Scheduled Maintenance Guide
15,000 Miles or 18 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 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
07
1Reset the oil replacement reminder light (MAINT REQD) or the messageOIL MAINTENANCE REQUIREDon the
multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer toEngine Coolantin theExplanation of Maintenance Itemssection in the back of this guide for more
information.
4Includes operating on roads which road salt has been applied.
2008 4Runner Scheduled Maintenance Guide
30,000 Miles or 36 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
__ 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
09
1Reset the oil replacement reminder light (MAINT REQD) or the messageOIL MAINTENANCE REQUIREDon the
multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer toEngine Coolantin theExplanation of Maintenance Itemssection 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.6Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.
2008 4Runner Scheduled Maintenance Guide
45,000 Miles or 54 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 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
11
1Reset the oil replacement reminder light (MAINT REQD) or the messageOIL MAINTENANCE REQUIREDon the
multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer toEngine Coolantin theExplanation of Maintenance Itemssection in the back of this guide for more
information.
4Includes operating on roads which road salt has been applied.
2008 4Runner Scheduled Maintenance Guide
60,000 Miles or 72 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 belts8
__ Drive shaft boots (4WD)
__ Engine coolant3
__ Engine valve clearance9
__ 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
13
1Reset the oil replacement reminder light (MAINT REQD) or the messageOIL MAINTENANCE REQUIREDon the
multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer toEngine Coolantin theExplanation of Maintenance Itemssection 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.6Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.72UZ-FE engine. For vehicles registered in California, Massachusetts and New York States only.8Initial inspection at 60,000 miles/72 months. Inspect every 15,000 miles/18 months thereafter.9Check for tappet noise and engine vibration and adjust if necessary.
2008 4Runner Scheduled Maintenance Guide
75,000 Miles or 90 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
15
1Reset the oil replacement reminder light (MAINT REQD) or the messageOIL MAINTENANCE REQUIREDon the
multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer toEngine Coolantin theExplanation of Maintenance Itemssection in the back of this guide for more
information.
4Includes operating on roads which road salt has been applied.
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
17
1Reset the oil replacement reminder light (MAINT REQD) or the messageOIL MAINTENANCE REQUIREDon the
multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer toEngine Coolantin theExplanation of Maintenance Itemssection 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 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 messageOIL MAINTENANCE REQUIREDon the
multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer toEngine Coolantin theExplanation of Maintenance Itemssection in the back of this guide for more
information.
4Includes operating on roads which road salt has been applied.
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
21
1Reset the oil replacement reminder light (MAINT REQD) or the messageOIL MAINTENANCE REQUIREDon the
multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer toEngine Coolantin theExplanation of Maintenance Itemssection 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.