2012 TOYOTA TUNDRA towing

664 6-1. Specifications
CrewMax models
*1: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. (P. 668)
*2: With towing package or electric moon roof
*3: With towing package and electric moon roof
Model code*1EngineDriving
systemBed typeVehicle capacity weight (Occupants+luggage)
UPK51L-PSTSKA 4.6L V8
(1UR-FE) engine 2WD
Short 1365 lb. (615 kg)
1330 lb. (600 kg)
*2
1260 lb. (570 kg)*3
UPK56L-PSTSKA 4WD1285 lb. (580 kg)
1250 lb. (565 kg)*2
1175 lb. (530 kg)*3
USK51L-PSTSKA
5.7L V8
(3UR-FE) engine 2WD
1445 lb. (655 kg)
1370 lb. (620 kg)*2
1335 lb. (605 kg)*3
USK51L-PSTLKA 1495 lb. (675 kg)
1420 lb. (640 kg)*2
1385 lb. (625 kg)*3
USK56L-PSTSKA
4WD1410 lb. (635 kg)
1375 lb. (620 kg)*2
1300 lb. (585 kg)*3
USK56L-PSTLKA 1405 lb. (635 kg)
1330 lb. (600 kg)*2
1295 lb. (585 kg)*3
USK56L-PSTSGA 5.7L V8
(3UR-FBE) engine 4WD 1410 lb. (635 kg)
1375 lb. (620 kg)*2
1300 lb. (585 kg)*3
USK56L-PSTLGA 1405 lb. (635 kg)
1330 lb. (600 kg)*2
1295 lb. (585 kg)*3

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Vehicle specifications
TWR (Trailer Weight Rating)
Regular Cab models
*1: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. (P. 668)
*2: Without towing package
*3: With towing package
*4: P275/55R20 tires
Model code*1EngineDriving
systemBed typeTWR
(Trailer weight + cargo)
GSK50L-TRADKA 4.0L V6
(1GR-FE) engine 2WD
Standard 4900 lb. (2220 kg)
GSK51L-THADKA Long 4800 lb. (2175 kg)
UPK50L-TRTDKA 4.6L V8
(1UR-FE) engine 2WD Standard
7100 lb. (3220 kg)
*2
8600 lb. (3900 kg)*3
USK51L-THTDKA
5.7L V8
(3UR-FE) engine 2WD Long
8400 lb. (3810 kg)*2
10400 lb. (4715 kg)*3
USK55L-TRTDKA
4WDStandard
8200 lb. (3715 kg)
*2
9700 lb. (4395 kg)*3
9200 lb. (4170 kg)*3,4
USK56L-THTDKA
Long 8100 lb. (3670 kg)*2
10100 lb. (4580 kg)*3
USK55L-TRTDGA
5.7L V8
(3UR-FBE) engine 4WDStandard 8200 lb. (3715 kg)
*2
9700 lb. (4395 kg)*3
9200 lb. (4170 kg)*3,4
USK56L-THTDGA
Long 8100 lb. (3670 kg)*2
10100 lb. (4580 kg)*3

666 6-1. Specifications
Double Cab models
*1: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. (P. 668)
*2: Without towing package
*3: With towing package
Model code*1EngineDriving
systemBed typeTWR
(Trailer weight + cargo)
GSK51L-CRASKA 4.0L V6
(1GR-FE) engine 2WD Standard 4500 lb. (2040 kg)
UPK51L-CRTSKA 4.6L V8
(1UR-FE) engine 2WD
Standard 6700 lb. (3035 kg)
*2
8200 lb. (3715 kg)*3
UPK56L-CRTSKA
4WD 6400 lb. (2900 kg)*2
7900 lb. (3580 kg)*3
USK51L-CRTSKA
5.7L V8
(3UR-FE) engine 2WD
Standard 8100 lb. (3670 kg)*2
10100 lb. (4580 kg)*3
USK51L-CRTLKA
8100 lb. (3670 kg)*2
10000 lb. (4535 kg)*3
USK52L-CHTSKA
Long 10000 lb. (4535 kg)
USK56L-CRTSKA 4WDStandard 7800 lb. (3535 kg)
*2
9700 lb. (4395 kg)*3
USK56L-CRTLKA
7800 lb. (3535 kg)*2
9800 lb. (4445 kg)*3
USK57L-CHTSKA
Long 9800 lb. (4445 kg)
USK56L-CRTSGA 5.7L V8
(3UR-FBE) engine 4WD
Standard 7800 lb. (3535 kg)
*2
9700 lb. (4395 kg)*3
USK56L-CRTLGA
7800 lb. (3535 kg)*2
9800 lb. (4445 kg)*3
USK57L-CHTSGA
Long 9800 lb. (4445 kg)

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Vehicle specifications
CrewMax models
*1: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. (P. 668)
*2: Without towing package
*3: With towing package
Model code*1EngineDriving
systemBed typeTWR
(Trailer weight + cargo)
UPK51L-PSTSKA 4.6L V8
(1UR-FE) engine 2WD
Short 6600 lb. (2990 kg)
*2
8100 lb. (3670 kg)*3
UPK56L-PSTSKA
4WD 6200 lb. (2810 kg)*2
7700 lb. (3490 kg)*3
USK51L-PSTSKA
5.7L V8
(3UR-FE) engine 2WD
8000 lb. (3625 kg)*2
9900 lb. (4490 kg)*3
USK51L-PSTLKA
7900 lb. (3580 kg)*2
9300 lb. (4215 kg)*3
USK56L-PSTSKA
4WD 7700 lb. (3490 kg)*2
9000 lb. (4080 kg)*3
USK56L-PSTLKA
7700 lb. (3490 kg)*2
9000 lb. (4080 kg)*3
USK56L-PSTSGA
5.7L V8
(3UR-FBE) engine 4WD 7700 lb. (3490 kg)*2
9000 lb. (4080 kg)*3
USK56L-PSTLGA
7700 lb. (3490 kg)*2
9000 lb. (4080 kg)*3

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Vehicle specifications
How to read oil container label:
The ILSAC (International Lubric
ant Standardization and Approval
Committee) Certification Mark is added to some oil containers to help
you select the oil you should use.
Cooling system
Capacity
4.0L V6
(1GR-FE)
engine 11.3 qt. (10.7 L, 9.4 Imp.qt.)
4.6L V8
(1UR-FE)
engine Vehicles without towing package
12.8 qt. (12.1 L, 10.6 Imp.qt.)
Vehicles with towing package
13.9 qt. (13.2 L, 11.6 Imp. qt.)
5.7L V8
(3UR-FE,
3UR-FBE)
engineVehicles without towing package
12.8 qt. (12.1 L, 10.6 Imp.qt.)
Vehicles with towing package
13.7 qt. (13.0 L, 11.4 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type Use either of the following.
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and
non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.

676 6-1. Specifications
Automatic transmission
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary,contact your Toyota dealer.
Transfer (4WD models)
Fluid
capacity*
4.0L V6 (1GR-FE) engine 11.1 qt. (10.5 L, 9.2 Imp.qt.)
4.6L V8
(1UR-FE)
engine
Vehicles without
towing package2WD models
11.6 qt. (11.0 L, 9.7 Imp.qt.)
4WD models
11.3 qt. (10.7 L, 9.4 Imp.qt.)
Vehicles with
towing package2WD models
12.2 qt. (11.5 L, 10.1 Imp.qt.)
4WD models
11.8 qt. (11.2 L, 9.9 Imp.qt.)
5.7L V8
(3UR-FE,
3UR-FBE)
engineVehicles without
towing package
11.7 qt. (11.1 L, 9.8 Imp.qt.)
Vehicles with
towing package12.3 qt. (11.6 L, 10.2 Imp.qt.)
Fluid type
Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
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 ultimately damage the automatic transmis-
sion of your vehicle.
Oil capacity 1.2 qt. (1.12 L, 1.0 Imp.qt.)
Oil typeGear oil API GL-4 or GL-5
Recommended oil viscosity SAE 75W-90

732 Alphabetical index
Condenser ................................ 550
Console box ............................. 465
Cooling systemEngine overheating ............... 651
CRS ........................................... 140
Cruise control........................... 223
Cup holders .............................. 478
Curtain shield airbags ............. 122
Customizable features..... 203, 696
Daytime running light
system .................................... 213
Deck hooks ............................... 510
Defogger
Back window ......................... 317
Side mirrors ................... 315, 317
Dimensions............................... 658
Dinghy towing .......................... 294
Display Trip information ..................... 200
Warning message ................. 619
Do-it-yourself main tenance..... 538
Doors Door glasses ...........................96
Door lock ...........................46, 49
Open door warning........611, 620
Side doors ...............................49
Side mirrors .............................91
Driver’s seat belt reminder buzzer ..................................... 611
Driver’s seat belt
reminder light......................... 611
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 169
Correct posture ..................... 120
Driving assist systems........... 249
Procedures ............................ 168
Winter driving tips.................. 267
Driving position memory...........70
DVD player ................................ 399 Emergency flashers................. 600
Emergency flashers switch .... 600
Emergency, in case of
Blown fuse ............................ 577
If the engine will not start ...... 641
If the shift lever cannot be shifted ................................. 643
If the vehicle has
discharged battery .............. 647
If the warning buzzer sounds ................................ 609
If the warning light turns on........................................ 609
If the warning message
is displayed ......................... 619
If you have a flat tire ............. 623
If you lose your keys ............. 646
If you think something is wrong .............................. 607
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 654
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 655
If your vehicle needs to be towed ............................. 601
If your vehicle overheats ....... 651
Engine Compartment ........................ 543
Engine switch ........................ 178
Exhaust gas .......................... 174
Hood ..................................... 542
How to start the engine ................................. 178
Identification number............. 668
If the engine will not start ...... 641
Ignition switch ...................... 178
Immobilizer system ............... 115
Overheating .......................... 651
Warning light ......................... 610
Engine coolant Capacity ................................ 673
Checking ............................... 549
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Inflation pressure sensor ....... 558
Replacing .............................. 623
Rotating tires ......................... 557
Size ....................................... 678
Snow tires ............................. 267
Tire pressure warning reset switch ......................... 558
Tire pressure warning
system ........................ 557, 611
Warning light ......................... 611
Tissue pocket ........................... 475
Tools ......................................... 623
Total load capacity................... 265
TOW/HAUL switch ................... 184
Towing
Bumper towing ...................... 283
Dinghy towing........................ 294
Emergency towing................. 601
Fifth wheel trailer ................... 281
Trailer towing......................... 271
Traction control........................ 249
TRAC ......................................... 249
Trip information ....................... 200
Trip meter ................................. 193
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ..... 591, 594
Switch.................................... 186
Wattage ................................. 680
Vanity lights Vanity lights ........................... 489
Wattage ................................. 680
Vanity mirrors........................... 489
Vehicle identification number ................................... 668
Vehicle stability control........... 249
VSC............................................ 249 Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................ 609
Key reminder................... 53, 614
Open door ..................... 611, 613
Seat belt reminder......... 611, 614
Warning lights ABS ....................................... 610
Airbag system ....................... 610
Anti-lock brake system .......... 610
Automatic transmission fluid temperature................. 610
Brake assist system .............. 610
Brake system ........................ 609
Charging system .... ............... 609
Electronic engine control system ................................ 610
Engine oil pressure ............... 609
Four-wheel drive system
warning buzzer ................... 614
Driver’s seat belt ................... 611
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........... 610
Front passenger’s
seat belt .............................. 611
Low brake fluid ...................... 609
Low engine oil pressure ........ 609
Low fuel level ................ 611, 620
Low tire inflation pressure.............................. 611
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 610
Master warning light .............. 611
Open door ............................. 611
Power steering warning light ..................................... 610
Pretensioners ........................ 610
Seat belt reminder light ......... 611
SRS airbags .......................... 610
Tire pressure warning light.... 611
VSC/TRAC ............................ 610
Warning messages .................. 619
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