2015 TOYOTA TACOMA oil level

410 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE) engine
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil. Remove the oil filler cap, turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly.
Checking the dipstick.
Reinstall the filler cap, turning it clockwise.
The approximate quantity of oil needed to raise the level between low and
full on the dipstick is indicated as follows:
2.7 L 4-cylinder (2TR-FE) engine
1.4 qt. (1.3 L, 1.1 lmp.qt.)
4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE) engine
1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 lmp.qt.)
Engine oil selection P. 525
ItemsClean funnel

412 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Engine coolantThe coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the FULL and LOW
lines on the reservoir when the engine is cold. Reservoir cap
FULL line
LOW line
If the level is on or below the
LOW line, add coolant up to the
FULL line.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on regular basis.
■ When replacing the engine oil
●Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
● Avoid overfilling, as the engine could be damaged.
● Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
● Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
*: The light may come on when the oil level is extremely low. It is not designed to indicate low oil level, and the oil level must be checked using the engine
oil level dipstick.
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging sys-
tem.
Low engine oil pressure warning light Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low
*.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system;
• The electronic automatic transmission control sys-tem; or
• Emission control system.
SRS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system.

Vehicle specifications6
515
6-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ......... 516
Fuel information ............... 537
Tire information ................ 540
6-2. Customization Customizable features ..... 551
Items to initialize .............. 552

516
6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions2WD models except PreRunner
*: Unladen vehicle
Cab type
Access Cab
Double CabExcept
X-RunnerX-Runner
Overall length 208.1 in.
(5285 mm) 208.5 in.
(5295 mm) 208.1 in.
(5285 mm)
Overall width 72.2 in.
(1835 mm) 74.0 in.
(1880 mm) 74.6 in.
(1895 mm)
Overall height*66.1 in.
(1680 mm) 65.6 in.
(1665 mm) 66.1 in.
(1680 mm)
Wheelbase 127.4 in. (3235 mm)
Front tread61.0 in.
(1550 mm) 62.2 in.
(1580 mm) 61.0 in.
(1550 mm)
Rear tread 61.0 in.
(1550 mm) 62.2 in.
(1580 mm) 61.0 in.
(1550 mm)

524 6-1. Specifications
Lubrication system
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing theengine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and
check the oil level on the dipstick.
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill - reference
*)
Without filter
With filter 2.7 L 4-cylinder (2TR-FE) engine
5.4 qt. (5.1 L, 4.5 Imp.qt.)
4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE) engine
2WD models except PreRunner:
4.4 qt. (4.2 L, 3.7 Imp.qt.)
4WD models and PreRunner:
5.2 qt. (4.9 L, 4.3 Imp.qt.)
2.7 L 4-cylinder (2TR-FE) engine
6.1 qt. (5.8 L, 5.1 Imp.qt.)
4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE) engine
2WD models except PreRunner:
4.8 qt. (4.5 L, 4.0 Imp.qt.)
4WD models and PreRunner:
5.5 qt. (5.2 L, 4.6 Imp.qt.)

584 Alphabetical index
Vanity mirrors........................... 350
Vehicle control and operation data recording ........23
Vehicle data recordings ............23
Vehicle identification number ................................... 521
Vehicle stability control........... 191
VSC............................................ 191
Warning buzzers Key reminder ......................... 482
Brake system ........................ 476
Seat belt reminder ................. 479
Warning lights ABS ....................................... 477
Airbag system ....................... 477
Anti-lock brake system .......... 477
Automatic transmission fluid temperature ................. 479
Brake system ........................ 476
Charging system .... ............... 477
Driver’s seat belt ................... 479
Electronic engine control
system ................................ 477
Engine oil replacement.......... 479
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........... 477
Front passenger’s seat
belt ...................................... 479
Low brake fluid ...................... 476
Low engine oil pressure ........ 477
Low fuel level ........................ 479
Low tire inflation pressure ..... 479
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 477
Open door ............................. 479
Seat belt ................................ 479
Seat belt pretensioner system ................................ 477
SRS ....................................... 477
SRS airbag system ............... 477 Tire pressure ......................... 479
Tire pressure warning
system ................................ 479
VSC/TRAC ............................ 477
Washer
Checking ............................... 420
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 209
Switch ................................... 156
Washing and waxing ............... 388
Weight Cargo capacity ...................... 202
Cargo weight rating ............... 568
Gross axle weight rating ....... 570
Gross combination weight rating................................... 218
Gross vehicle weight
rating................................... 570
Load limits ............................. 207
Trailer weight rating ...... 218, 519
Vehicle capacity weight......... 518
Weight ................................... 518
Wheels ...................................... 436
Window glasses ................. 71, 73
Window lock switch................... 71
Windows
Power windows ....................... 71
Washer.................................. 156
Windshield wipers ................... 156
Wireless remote control
Replacing the battery ............ 442
Wireless remote control .......... 32
Winter driving tips ................... 209
WMA disc.................................. 263V
W

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What to do if...
■
Warning lights
P. 478
or
P. 476 P. 478
P. 477 P. 479
P. 477 P. 479
P. 479
or
P. 477 P. 479
P. 4 7 7P. 480
P. 480
or
P. 4 7 8P. 481
*1: Slip indicator comes on.*2: The indicator flashes to indicate a malfunction.
Brake system warning
lightSlip indicator*1
Charging system warning
lightOpen door warning light
Low engine oil pressure
warning lightDriver’s seat belt reminder
light
Malfunction indicator
lampFront passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
SRS warning lightTire pressure warning
light
ABS warning lightLow fuel level warning
light
Maintenance required
reminder light
Automatic transmission
fluid temperature
warning light
Cruise control indicator
light
*2