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Ti r e relat ed ter mMeaning
Cold tire inflation pressure
tire inflation pressure when the vehicl e has been parked for at leas t 3 hour s
or more, or it has not been driven more than 1.5 km or 1 mile under that
condition
Maximum inflation pressurethe maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire may be inflated and it is
shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation pressurecold tire inflation pressure recommended by a manufacturer
Accessory weight
the combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced)
of automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, pow-
er seats, radio, and heater, to the extent that these items are available as
factory −installed equipment (whether installed or not)
Curb weight
the weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment including the maximum
capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant, and, if so equipped, air conditioning and addi-
tional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
t he sum of —
(a) curb weight;
(b) accessory weight;
(c) vehicle capacity weight; and
(d) production options weight
Normal occupant weight68 kg (150 lb.) times the number of occupants specified in the second column
of Table 1 that follows
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What about doityourself maintenance?
Many of the maintenance items are easy
to do yourself if you have a little mechani-
cal ability and a few basic automotive
tools. Simple instructions for how to per-
form them are presented on page 539 in
Section 7.
If you are a skilled do −it−yourself
mechanic, the Toyota service manuals are
recommended. Please be aware that
do− it−yourself maintenance can affect your
warranty coverage. See “Owner ’s Warranty
Information Booklet” or “Owner ’s Manual
Supplement” for the details. Listed below are the general maintenance
items that should be performed as fre-
quently as specified. In addition to check-
ing the items listed, if you notice any
unusual noise, smell or vibration, you
should investigate the cause or take your
vehicle to your Toyota dealer or a quali-
fied service shop immediately. It is recom-
mended that any problem you notice be
brought to the attention of your dealer or
the qualified service shop for their advice.
CAUTION
Make these checks only with ade-
quate ventilation if you run the en-
gine.
IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Items listed below should be checked
from time to time, e.g. each time when
refueling.
Washer fluid
Make sure there is sufficient fluid in the
tank. See page 567 in Section 7
−3 for
additional information. Engine coolant level
Make sure the coolant level is between
the “FULL” and “LOW” lines on the see
−
through reservoir when the engine is cold.
See page 551 in Section 7 −2 for addition-
al information.
Radiator, condenser and hoses
Check that the front of the radiator and
condenser are clean and not blocked with
leaves, dirt, or insects. See page 552 in
Section 7 −2 for additional information.
Battery condition
Check the battery condition by the indica-
tor color. See page 564 in Section 7 −3 for
additional information.
Brake fluid level
Make sure the brake fluid level is correct.
See page 552 in Section 7 −2 for addition-
al information.
Engine oil level
Check the level on the dipstick with the
engine turned off and the vehicle parked
on a level spot. See page 548 in Section
7 −2 for additional information.
Power steering fluid level
Check the level through the reservoir. The
level should be in the “HOT” or “COLD”
range depending on the fluid temperature.
See page 553 in Section 7 −2 for addition-
al information.
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For the engine oil capacity, see “Service
specifications” on page 589 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.
ENGINE OIL SELECTION
“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 viscos-
ity.
Oil grade:
ILSAC multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: 4.0 L V6 (1GR −FE) and 4.7 L V8
(2UZ −FE) engine
SAE 5W −30
Outside temperature
SAE 5W30 is the best choice for good
fuel economy, and good starting in cold
weather. If SAE 5W30 oil is not available, SAE
10W30 oil may be used. However, it
should be replaced with SAE 5W30 at
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ENGINE LUBRICATION
Oil capacity (drain and refill),
L (qt., Imp. qt.):
4.0 L V6 (1GR −FE) engine
With filter 5.2 (5.5, 4.6)
Without filter 4.9 (5.2, 4.3)
4.7 L V8 (2UZ −FE) engine
With filter 6.2 (6.6, 5.5)
Without filter 5.7 (6.0, 5.0)
5.7 L V8 (3UR −FE) engine
With filter 7.0 (7.4, 6.2)
Without filter 6.6 (6.9, 5.8)
“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: ILSAC multigrade engine oil Recommended oil viscosity:
4.0 L V6 (1GR −FE) and 4.7 L V8 (2UZ −
FE) engine
SAE 5W −30
OIL008
Outside temperature
5.7 L V8 (3UR −FE) engine
SAE 5W −20 or 0W −20
SOIL020
Outside temperature
Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur-
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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.):
1.12 (1.2, 1.0)
Oil type: Gear Oil API GL−4 or GL−5
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 75W −90
DIFFERENTIAL
Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): Front differential
(four −wheel drive models)
2.05 (2.2, 1.8)
Rear differential 4.0 L V6 (1GR −FE) and 4.7 L V8
(2UZ −FE) engine
Regular cab models
Standard bed 4.05 (4.3, 3.6)
Long bed 4.60 (4.9, 4.0)
Double cab and Crew Max models 4.60 (4.9, 4.0)
5.7 L V8 (3UR −FE) engine
Regular cab models Standard bed 3.50 (3.7, 3.1)
Long bed 3.60 (3.8, 3.2) Double cab models
Standard bed 3.60 (3.8, 3.2)
Long bed 3.75 (4.0, 3.3)
Crew Max models Tw o −wheel drive model
3.75 (4.0, 3.3)
Four −wheel drive model
3.60 (3.8, 3.2)
Oil type and viscosity: Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT
75W −85 GL− 5 or equivalent
“Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” is
filled in your Toyota vehicle at factory fill.
Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine
Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent of
matching quality to satisfy the above
specification. Please contact your Toyota
dealer for further details.
CHASSIS LUBRICATION
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. OM34477U
Part No. 01999-34477
Printed in Japan 01−0802 −00
(U)
Quick index
 If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 182 . . . . . . . .
 If your vehicle will not start 498 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If your engine stalls while driving 502 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 If you cannot increase engine speed 502 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 If your vehicle overheats 502 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If you have a flat tire 503 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 If your vehicle needs to be towed 517 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 Tips for driving during break −in period 443 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 How to start the engine 474 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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 General maintenance 535 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
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Gas station information
Fuel type:
UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or
higher
See page 443 for detailed information.
Fuel tank capacity: 100 L (26.4 gal., 22.0 lmp. gal.)
Engine oil:
ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recommended.
See page 549 for detailed information.
Tire information: See pages 553 through 562.
Tire inflation pressure: See page 594.
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