2009 TOYOTA TUNDRA engine

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■The power outlet can be used when
The engine switch is in the ON position.
CAUTION
■Using a power outlet
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of injury.
●Use of the power outlet when it is wet with drinking water or snow may
result in electrical shocks and is extremely dangerous. The power outlet
must be thoroughly dried before use.
● Do not allow children to use or play with the power outlet.
● Be careful not to get any part of your body caught in the power outlet lid.
● When using electrical appliances, strictly follow any cautions and notices
written on their labels and in the manufacturers’ instruction manuals.
Front bench type seat
Main switch
To use the power outlet, turn
on the main switch.
The indicator comes on.
Power outlet socket

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3-7. Other interior features
Seat heaters (if equipped)
■The seat heaters can be used when
The engine switch is in the ON position.
■ When not in use
Turn the dial fully downward. The indicator turns off.
On
The indicator comes on.
Adjusts the seat tempera-
ture.
The further you turn the dial
upward, the warmer the seat
becomes.

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Interior and exterior features
CAUTION
■
Burns
●Use caution when seating the following persons in a seat with the seat
heater on to avoid the possibility of burns:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the disabled
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping
drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
● Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater.
Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushion increases the temperature
of the seat and may lead to overheating.
NOTICE
■To prevent seat heater damage
Do not put unevenly weighted objects on the seat and do not stick sharp
objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
■ To prevent battery discharge
Turn the switches off when the engine is not running.

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4-1. Maintenance and care ... 460Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior......... 460
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior.......... 462
4-2. Maintenance ................... 465 Maintenance requirements .................. 465
General maintenance....... 467
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................ 470 4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance ................. 471
Do-it-yourself service precautions .................... 471
Hood ................................ 475
Engine compartment ........ 476
Tires ................................. 494
Tire inflation pressure ...... 501
Wheels ............................. 505
Air conditioning filter......... 507
Wireless remote control battery ............................ 510
Checking and replacing fuses .............................. 512
Light bulbs........................ 522

466 4-2. Maintenance
■Allow inspection and repairs to be performed by a Toyota dealer
●Toyota technicians are well-trained specialists and are kept up to date
with the latest service information. They are well informed about the
operations of all systems on your vehicle.
● Keep a copy of the repair order. It proves that the maintenance that has
been performed is under warranty coverage. If any problem should arise
while your vehicle is under warranty, your Toyota dealer will promptly
take care of it.
CAUTION
■Warning in handling of battery
●Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and a wide variety of automobile
components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. Work in a
well ventilated area.
● Oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste produced by
component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of Califor-
nia to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Avoid
exposure and wash any affected area immediately.
● Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds which are known to cause brain damage. Wash your hands
after handling. ( P. 489)

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Maintenance and care
General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Battery Maintenance-free. ( P. 489)
Brake fluid At the correct level? ( P. 486)
Engine coolant At the correct level? ( P. 484)
Engine oil At the correct level? ( P. 479)
Exhaust system No fumes or strange sounds?
Power steering fluid At the correct level? ( P. 488)
Radiator/condenser/hoses Not blocked with foreign matter?
(
P. 486)
Washer fluid At the correct level? ( P. 492)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supp lement”. It is recommended that
any problem you notice should be brought to the attention of your
Toyota dealer or qualified service shop for advice.

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Maintenance and care
Vehicle exterior
ItemsCheck points
Doors • Operate smoothly?
Engine hood • The lock system works properly?
Fluid leaks • Is there any leakage after park-
ing?
Tire • Inflation pressure is correct?
• Tire surfaces not worn or dam-
aged?
• Tires rotated according to the maintenance schedule?
• Wheel nuts are not loose?
CAUTION
■ If the engine is running
Turn the engine off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before per-
forming maintenance checks.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself ser vice precautions
If you perform maintenance yourself, be sure to follow the correct
procedures as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
Battery condition ( P. 489)•Warm water
• Baking soda
• Grease
• Conventional wrench
(for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level ( P. 486)• FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE
J1703 brake fluid
• Rag or paper towel
Engine coolant level ( P. 484)• “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.
U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
is pre-mixed with 50% coolant
and 50% deionized water.
Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
is pre-mixed with 55% coolant
and 45% deionized water.
Engine oil level P. 479) • Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding oil)
Fuses ( P. 512)• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original