2008 TOYOTA TACOMA maintenance schedule

2008 Scheduled Maintenance GuideTACOMA
20,000 Miles or 24 months
Replace cabin air filterReplace 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
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EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
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25,000 Miles or 30 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:
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MAINTENANCE LOG
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2008 Tacoma Scheduled Maintenance Guide
30,000 Miles or 36 months
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt
Replace engine air filter
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Replace rear differential oil (Prerunner and
4WD vehicles with optional limited slip
differential only)
Replace spark plugs (1GR-FE engine)5
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs6
Inspect the following:Ball joints and dust coversBrake lines and hosesDrive shaft boots (4WD)Engine coolant3
Exhaust pipes and mountingsFront differential oil (4WD)Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band and
fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
Fuel tank cap gasketRadiator and condenserRear differential oil (except Prerunner and
4WD vehicles with optional limited slip
differential)
Steering gear boxSteering linkage and bootsTransfer case oil (4WD)Transmission fluid or oil
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 Freshmode. Consult your
dealer if any of these conditions occur.
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 manual transmission oilReplace rear differential oilReplace transfer case oil (4WD)Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
DEALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
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ATE:
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ILEAGE:
MAINTENANCE LOG
09
1Reset the oil replacement reminder light ( MAINT REQD) or the messageOIL 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 theExplanation 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.

2008 Scheduled Maintenance GuideTACOMA
35,000 Miles or 42 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:
40,000 Miles or 48 months
Replace cabin air filterReplace 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 Tacoma 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
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 Freshmode. Consult your
dealer if any of these conditions occur.
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 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 theExplanation 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 GuideTACOMA
50,000 Miles or 60 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:
55,000 Miles or 66 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 Tacoma 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 rear differential oil (Prerunner and 4WD vehicles with optional limited slip differential
only)
Replace spark plugs (1GR-FE engine)5
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs6
Inspect the following: __ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Drive belts
7
__ Drive shaft boots (4WD)
__ Engine coolant3
__ 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 (except Prerunner and
4WD vehicles with optional limited slip
differential)
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil (4WD)
__ Transmission fluid or oil
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)Replace transmission fluid or oilTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
D
EALERSERVICEVERIFICATION:
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ATE:
M
ILEAGE:
MAINTENANCE LOG
13
1Reset the oil replacement reminder light ( MAINT REQD) or the messageOIL 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.7Initial inspection at 60,000 miles/72 months. Inspect every 15,000 miles/18 months thereafter.8Check for tappet noise and engine vibration and adjust if necessary, 1GR-FE engine only.

2008 Scheduled Maintenance GuideTACOMA
65,000 Miles or 78 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:
70,000 miles or 84 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 Tacoma 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
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 Freshmode. Consult your
dealer if any of these conditions occur.
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 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 theExplanation of Maintenance Items section in the back of this guide for more
information.
4Includes operating on roads which road salt has been applied.