2013 TOYOTA TUNDRA power steering fluid

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4-2. Maintenance
General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Battery Maintenance-free. ( P. 555)
Brake fluid At the correct level? ( P. 552)
Engine coolant At the correct level? ( P. 550)
Engine oil At the correct level? ( P. 547)
Exhaust system No fumes or strange sounds?
Power steering fluid At the correct level? ( P. 554)
Radiator/condenser/hoses Not blocked with foreign matter?
(P. 552)
Washer fluid At the correct level? (P. 557)
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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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
ItemsParts and tools
Light bulbs
(P. 590)
• Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver
Power steering fluid level (P. 554)• Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON® II or III
• Rag or paper towel
Radiator and condenser (P. 552)
Tire inflation pressure ( P. 567)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid (P. 557)
• Water
• Washer fluid containing antifreeze
(for winter use)

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
Engine compar tment
4.0L V6 (1GR-FE) engine
Washer fluid tank (P. 557)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 547)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 550)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 548)Brake fluid reservoir
( P. 552)
Fuse box ( P. 579)
Battery ( P. 555)
Radiator ( P. 552)
Condenser ( P. 552)
Power steering fluid reservoir ( P. 554)

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4.6L V8 (1UR-FE) and 5.7L V8 (3UR-FE, 3UR-FBE) engines
Washer fluid tank (P. 557)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 547)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 550)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 548)Brake fluid reservoir
( P. 552)
Fuse box ( P. 579)
Battery ( P. 555)
Radiator ( P. 552)
Condenser ( P. 552)
Power steering fluid reservoir ( P. 554)

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Power steering fluid■ Fluid level
The fluid level should be within the appropriate range.
Full (when cold)
Add fluid (when cold)
Full (when hot)
Add fluid (when hot)
Hot: Vehicle has been driven around 50 mph (80 km/h) for 20 minutes, or slightly longer in frigid temperatures. (Fluid
temperature, 140°F - 175°F [60°C - 80°C])
Cold: Engine has not been run for about 5 hours. (Room tem- perature, 50°F - 85°F [10°C - 30°C])
■ Checking the fluid level
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
Clean all dirt off the reservoir.
Remove the cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinstall and remove the reservoir cap again.
Check the fluid level.
Fluid type Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
Items Rag or paper towel
CAUTION
■Checking the fluid level
Take care, as the reservoir may be hot.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
Battery
■ Battery exterior
Make sure that the battery terminals are not corroded and that
there are no loose connections, cracks, or loose clamps.
Te r m i n a l s
Hold-down clamp
NOTICE
■When adding fluid
Avoid overfilling, or the power steering may be damaged.
■ After replacing the reservoir cap
Check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or
damage.
■Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable
and explosive. Therefore, before recharging:
●If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to discon-
nect the ground cable.
● Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and
disconnecting the charger cables to the battery.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N,
50 kgf) with the engine running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67.1 lbf (300 N,30.6 kgf).
Chassis lubricati on (4WD models)
Steering
Pedal clearance*14.1 in. (104 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.04  0.24 in. (1  6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel*26 — 9 clicks
Fluid type FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
Propeller shafts Spider Lithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid type Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II
or III

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Alphabetical index
Noise from under vehicle ......... 36
Odometer ................................. 189
Off-road precautions............... 257
Oil
Engine oil.............................. 547
Warning light ................ 611, 613
Opener Hood ..................................... 544
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding .............. 91
Outside temperature display ................................... 491
Overhead console ................... 477
Overheating, Engine ............... 654
Parking assist .......................... 227
Parking brake .......................... 187
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 593
Switch ................................... 210
Wattage ................................ 684
Pen holder................................ 473
Personal lights Switch ................................... 457
Wattage ................................ 684
Power back window ................ 102
Power outlet..................... 493, 498
Power steering Fluid.............................. 554, 681
Power windows ......................... 96 Radiator ....................................552
Radio .........................................324
Rear seat
Adjustment ..............................65
Folding down ...........................67
Raising the bottom cushion .....66
Rear seat entertainment system ....................................390
Rear seat entertainment system controller battery......396
Rear side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs .............596
Switch....................................210
Rear seat adjustment.................65
Rear seat adjustment
precautions ..............................68
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs .............596
Switch....................................186
Wattage .................................684
Rear view mirror Anti-glare ...........................88, 95
Compass ...............................521
Rear view monitor system ....................................234
Rear window .....................101, 102
Replacing
Fuses ....................................579
Light bulbs .............................590
Tires ......................................626
Wireless remote control battery .................................577
Wheels ..................................571
Rear step bumper ......................58
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ......................706
Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off switch.......134N
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