53Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
120,000 miles or 144 months
■ Add Toyota EFI Tank Additive or equivalent
(Hawaii, Puerto Rico and Saipan only)
■Check installation of driver’s floor mat
■Inspect and adjust all fluid levels1
■Inspect wiper blades
■Replace cabin air filter
■Replace engine air filter
Inspect the following:
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A
utomatic transmission fl
u
id cooler
h
oses and connections
_ A
utomatic transmission for signs of leakage
_ B
all joints and dust covers
_ B
rake lines and hoses
_ B
rake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
6
_ Dr ive belts
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D
rive shaft boots
_E
ngine coolant
7
_Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
■Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:8
■Replace automatic transmission fluid
■Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body
Extensive idling and/or low speed driving for a long distance such as police, taxi or
door-to-door delivery use:
■Replace automatic transmission fluid
1
Inspect sealed transmissions, transfer cases and differentials for signs of leakage. If any leakage from a sealed
component is suspected, it is recommended that you have the sealed component inspected by a Toyota dealer. Inspect
power steering fluid (if equipped) and brake fluid level/condition. Inspect engine and inverter (if equipped) coolant
level/condition/freezing point. Your dealer may recommend services (Dealer-Recommended Maintenance) based on
inspection results.
2 R
eset the oil replacement reminder light (“MAINT REQD”) or the message “OIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED” on the
multi-information display after maintenance at every 5,000 miles.
3 P erform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated. 4 Includes operating on roads which road salt has been applied.5 Maintenance services of spark plugs are required under the terms of the Emissions Control Warranty.6 Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.7 R
efer to “Engine Coolant” in the “Explanation of Maintenance Items” section in the back of this guide for more information.8 N ot all vehicles are designed for towing. Refer to your Vehicle Owner’s Manual for details.
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Engine oil cooler hoses and connections
_ E
xhaust pipes and mountings
_ F
uel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
_ F
uel tank cap gasket
_ R
adiator and condenser
_
S
teering gear
_
S
teering linkage and boots
Dealer Service verification:
D
ate:
Mileage:
■
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
■Replace rear differential oil (4WD)
■Replace spark plugs5
■Replace transfer case oil (4WD)
■Replace vacuum pump for brake booster
■Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (4WD)
■Rotate tires
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57Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE
EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS
Radiator and Condenser
Inspect for debris, corrosion and signs
of damage. Have any problem repaired
immediately by a qualified technician.
Rear Differential Oil
Inspect or replace at specified intervals.
When performing inspections, check each
component for signs of leakage. If you
discover any leakage, have it repaired by
a qualified technician immediately.
Spark Plugs
Replace at specified intervals. Install new
plugs of the same type as originally
equipped. A qualified technician should
perform this operation.
Steering Gear
Inspect for signs of leakage. If you
discover any leakage, have it repaired
immediately by a qualified technician.
Steering Linkage and Boots
With the vehicle stopped, check for
excessive freeplay in the steering wheel.
Inspect the linkage for bending and
damage and the dust boots for
deterioration, cracks and damage. Replace
any damaged parts. A qualified technician
should perform these operations.
Tire Rotation
Tires should be rotated according to the
instructions in the Owner’s Manual. When
rotating tires, check for damage and
uneven wear. Replace if necessary.
Transfer Case Oil
Inspect or replace at specified intervals. When
performing inspections, check for signs of
leakage. If you discover any leakage, have it
repaired by a qualified technician immediately.
Vacuum Pump for Brake Booster
Replace at specified intervals. A qualified
technician should perform this operation
Wiper Blades
The wiper blades should not show any
signs of cracking, splitting, wear,
contamination or deformation. The wiper
blades should clear the windshield without
streaking or skipping.
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