2021 TOYOTA TACOMA brake pads replacement

15Your Warranties in Detail
WARRANTY
NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY
Maintenance Expense
Normal maintenance services such as:
• Engine tune-ups
• Replacement of fluids and filters
• Lubrication
• Cleaning and polishing
• Replacement of spark plugs and fuses
• Replacement of worn wiper blades,
brake pads/linings and clutch linings
Vehicles with Altered Odometer
Failure of a vehicle on which the odometer
has been altered so that actual vehicle
mileage cannot be readily determined.
Salvage or Total-Loss Vehicles
Any vehicle that has ever been branded as
salvage, total loss, true mileage unknown or
similar title under any state’s law or has ever
been declared a “total loss” or equivalent by
a nancial institution or insurer, such as by
payment for a claim in lieu of repairs because
the cost of repairs exceeded the cash value
of the vehicle. This exclusion does not apply
to the emission control warranties, including
Emission Control Warranty Enhancements or
any open Safety Recalls/SSCs/LSCs.


Incidental Damages
Incidental or consequential damages
associated with a vehicle failure. Such
damages include but are not limited to
inconvenience; the cost of transportation,
telephone calls and lodging; the loss of
personal or commercial property; and the
loss of pay or revenue.
Disclaimer of Extra
Expenses and Damages
The performance of necessary repairs
and adjustments is the exclusive remedy
under this warranty or any implied
warranty. Toyota does not authorize
any person to create for it any other
obligation or liability in connection with
this vehicle. Toyota shall not be liable
for incidental or consequential damages
resulting from breach of this written
warranty or any implied warranty. Any
implied warranty of merchantability or
tness for a particular purpose is limited
to the duration of this written warranty,
except in states where this limitation
is not allowed.
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38Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
5,000 miles or 6 months
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels1
Inspect wiper blades
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums
and brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for
Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD)
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top
carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:
6
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
R e-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body
Repeated trips of less than five miles in
temperatures below 32°F / 0°C:
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Extensive idling and/or low speed driving
for a long distance such as police, taxi
or door-to-door delivery use:
Replace engine oil and oil filter2

DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
MILEAGE:
10,000 miles or 12 months
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels1
Inspect cabin air filter
Inspect wiper blades
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums
and brake pads/discs


Additional Maintenance Items for
Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD)
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top
carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:
6
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body


DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
MILEAGE:
NOTE: Driving in heavy traffic, on dirt
roads or in urban, dusty or desert areas
may shorten the life of the cabin
air filter. Replacement may be needed if
you notice reduced airflow from the
air conditioner and heater or if the
windows fog easily when you use the
“Fresh” mode. Consult your dealer if
any of these conditions occur.
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39Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
15,000 miles or 18 months
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels1
Inspect wiper blades

Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)
Inspect the following:





Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect engine air filter
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:6
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Replace front differential oil (4WD)
Replace rear differential oil
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body
Repeated trips of less than five miles in temperatures below 32°F / 0°C:
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Extensive idling and/or low speed driving for a long distance such as police, taxi or
door-to-door delivery use:
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
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 Reset 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 Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated. 4 Includes operating on roads which road salt has been applied.5
Refer to “Engine Coolant” in the “Explanation of Maintenance Items” section in the back of this guide for more information.6 Not all vehicles are designed for towing. Refer to your Vehicle Owner’s Manual for details.
DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
MILEAGE:
_ Exhaust pipes and mountings
_ Front differential oil (4WD)
_ Radiator and condenser
_ Rear differential oil
_ Steering gear
_ Steering linkage and b oots
_
Ball joints and dust covers
_ Brake lines and hoses
_ Drive shaft boots (4WD)
_ Engine coolant
5
_
Engine oil cooler hoses and
connections (2GR-FKS engine only)
NOTE: If 0W-20 oil WAS NOT used at the last oil change, replace engine oil and oil filter.2
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41Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
30,000 miles or 36 months
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels1
Inspect wiper blades
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)
Inspect the following :
_ Automatic transmission fluid
cooler hoses an d connections
_ Ball joints and dust covers
_ Brake lines and hoses
_ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
5
_ Cabin air filter
_ Drive shaft boots (4WD)
_ Engine coolant
6
_
Engine oil cooler hoses and
connections (2GR-FKS engine only)
_ Exhaust pipes and mountings





Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Replace transfer case oil (4WD)
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:
7
Replace front differential oil (4WD)
Replace manual transmission oil
Replace rear differential oil
Replace transfer case oil (4WD)
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body


_ Front differential oil (4WD)
_ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
_ Fuel tank cap gasket
_ Radiator and condenser
_ Rear differential oil
_ Steering gear
_ Steering linkage and boots
_ Transfer case oil (4WD)
_ Transmission for signs of leakage
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 Reset 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 Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated. 4 Includes operating on roads which road salt has been applied.5 Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.6
Refer to “Engine Coolant” in the “Explanation of Maintenance Items” section in the back of this guide for more information.7 Not all vehicles are designed for towing. Refer to your Vehicle Owner’s Manual for details.
NOTE: Driving in heavy traffic, on dirt roads or in urban, dusty or desert areas may shorten
the life of the cabin air filter. Replacement may be needed if you notice reduced airflow
from the air conditioner and heater or if the windows fog easily when you use the “Fresh”
mode. Consult your dealer if any of these conditions occur.
Replace engine air filter
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt
Rotate tires
DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
MILEAGE:
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43Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
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 Reset 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 Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated. 4 Includes operating on roads which road salt has been applied.5
Refer to “Engine Coolant” in the “Explanation of Maintenance Items” section in the back of this guide for more information.6 Not all vehicles are designed for towing. Refer to your Vehicle Owner’s Manual for details.
45,000 miles or 54 months
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels1
Inspect wiper blades

Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
NOTE: If 0W-20 oil WAS NOT used at the last oil change, replace engine oil and oil filter.2
Inspect the following:







Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect engine air filter
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:6
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Replace front differential oil (4WD)
Replace rear differential oil
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body
Repeated trips of less than five miles in temperatures below 32°F / 0°C:
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Extensive idling and/or low speed driving for a long distance such as police, taxi or
door-to-door delivery use:
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
MILEAGE:
_ Exhaust pipes and mountings
_ Front differential oil (4WD)
_ Radiator and condenser
_ Rear differential oil
_ Steering gear
_ Steering linkage and boots
_
Ball joints and dust covers
_ Brake lines and hoses
_ Drive shaft boots (4WD)
_ Engine coolant
5
_
Engine oil cooler hoses and
connections (2GR-FKS engine only)
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44Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
50,000 miles or 60 months
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels1
Inspect cabin air filter
Inspect wiper blades
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums
and brake pads/discs










Additional Maintenance Items for
Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD)
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top
carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:
9
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body





DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
MILEAGE:
55,000 miles or 66 months
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels1
Inspect wiper blades
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums
and brake pads/discs
NOTE: If 0W-20 oil WAS NOT used at
the last oil change, replace engine oil
and oil filter.
2
Additional Maintenance Items for
Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD)
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top
carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:
9
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body
Repeated trips of less than five miles in
temperatures below 32°F / 0°C:
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Extensive idling and/or low speed driving
for a long distance such as police, taxi
or door-to-door delivery use:
Replace engine oil and oil filter2



DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
MILEAGE:
NOTE: Driving in heavy traffic, on dirt
roads or in urban, dusty or desert areas
may shorten the life of the cabin
air filter. Replacement may be needed if
you notice reduced airflow from the
air conditioner and heater or if the
windows fog easily when you use the
“Fresh” mode. Consult your dealer if
any of these conditions occur.
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45Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
60,000 miles or 72 months
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels1
Inspect wiper blades
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)
Replace cabin air filter
Inspect the following: _ Automatic transmission fluid
cooler hoses and connections
_ Ball joints and dust covers
_ Brake lines and hoses
_ Brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
6
_ Drive belts7
_ Drive shaft boots (4WD)
_ Engine coolant8
_ Engine oil cooler hoses and
connections (2GR-FKS engine only)
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Replace transfer case oil (4WD)
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:9
Replace front differential oil (4WD)
Replace rear differential oil
Replace transfer case oil (4WD)
Replace transmission fluid or oil
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 Reset 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 Perform 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 Initial inspection at 60,000 miles/ 72 months. Inspect every 15,000 miles/18 months thereafter. 8
Refer to “Engine Coolant” in the “Explanation of Maintenance Items” section in the back of this guide for more information.9 Not all vehicles are designed for towing. Refer to your Vehicle Owner’s Manual for details.
_
Exhaust pipes and mountings
_ Front differential oil (4WD)
_ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
_ Fuel tank cap gasket
_ Radiator and condenser
_ Rear differential oil
_ Steering gear
_ Steering linkage and boots
_ Transfer case oil (4WD)
_ Transmission for signs of leakage
Replace engine air filter
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Replace spark plugs (2GR-FKS engine only)5
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt
Rotate tires
DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
MILEAGE:
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46Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
65,000 miles or 78 months
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels1
Inspect wiper blades
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums
and brake pads/discs
NOTE: If 0W-20 oil WAS NOT used at
the last oil change, replace engine oil
and oil filter.
2


Additional Maintenance Items for
Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD)
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top
carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:
6
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
R e-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body
Repeated trips of less than five miles in
temperatures below 32°F / 0°C:
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Extensive idling and/or low speed driving
for a long distance such as police, taxi
or door-to-door delivery use:
Replace engine oil and oil filter2

DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
MILEAGE:
70,000 miles or 84 months
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels1
Inspect cabin air filter
Inspect wiper blades
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake linings/drums
and brake pads/discs

Additional Maintenance Items for
Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD)
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top
carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:
6
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
and body



DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
MILEAGE:
NOTE: Driving in heavy traffic, on dirt
roads or in urban, dusty or desert areas
may shorten the life of the cabin
air filter. Replacement may be needed if
you notice reduced airflow from the
air conditioner and heater or if the
windows fog easily when you use the
“Fresh” mode. Consult your dealer if
any of these conditions occur.
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