charging TOYOTA TUNDRA 2001 Owners Manual

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882001 TUNDRA (OM 34416U)
NOTICE
Do not drive the vehicle with the oil
pressure below the normal range untilthe cause is fixedÐit may ruin theengine.
Vo l t m e t e r
The voltmeter tells whether the battery
is charged or discharged. Check it
while the engine is runningÐthe needle
should always indicate as shown above.
If the needle reads below or above the
normal range while the engine is running,
it indicates the charging system needs im-
mediate repair.
However, it is normal for the needle to
drop below the normal range during en-
gine starting.
Tachometer
The tachometer indicates engine speed
in thousands of rpm (revolutions per
minute). Use it while driving to select
correct shift points and to prevent en-
gine lugging and over±revving.
Driving with the engine running too fast
causes excessive engine wear and poor
fuel economy. Remember, in most cases
the slower the engine speed, the greater
the fuel economy.
NOTICE
Do not let the indicator needle get
into the red zone. This may causesevere engine damage.
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CAUTION
If the light does not turn off even
after the parking brake is released
while the engine is running, immedi-
ately stop your vehicle at a safe
place and contact your Toyota dealer.
In this case, the brakes may not work
properly and your stopping distance
will become longer. Depress the brake
pedal firmly and bring the vehicle to
an immediate stop.
(b) Driver's Seat Belt Reminder Light
and Buzzer
This light and buzzer remind you to
buckle up the driver's seat belt.
Once the ignition key is turned to ªONº or
ªSTARTº, the reminder light flashes and
buzzer sounds if the driver 's seat belt is
not fastened. Unless the driver fastens the
belt, the light keeps flashing and the
buzzer stops after about 4 to 8 seconds. (c) Front Passenger 's Seat Belt Re-
minder Light
This light reminds you to buckle up the
front passenger 's seat belt.
Once the ignition key is turned to ªONº or
ªSTARTº, the reminder light flashes if a
passenger sits in the front passenger seat
and does not fasten the seat belt. Unless
the front passenger fastens the belt, the
light keeps flashing.
If luggage load is placed on the front
passenger seat, depending on its weight
and how it is placed on the seat, built±in
sensors in the seat cushion may detect
the pressure, causing the reminder light to
keep flashing.
(d) Discharge Warning Light
This light warns that the battery is being
discharged.
If it comes on while you are driving, there
is a problem somewhere in the charging
system.
The engine ignition will continue to oper-
ate, however, until the battery is dis-
charged. Turn off the air conditioning,
blower, radio, etc., and drive directly to
the nearest Toyota dealer or repair shop.
NOTICE
Do not continue driving if the engine drive belt is broken or loose.
(e) Low Oil Pressure Warning Light
This light warns that the engine oil pres-
sure is too low.
If it flickers or stays on while you are
driving, pull off the road to a safe place
and stop the engine immediately. Call a
Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for
assistance.
The light may occasionally flicker when
the engine is idling or it may come on
briefly after a hard stop. There is no
cause for concern if it then goes out when
the engine is accelerated slightly.
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 level dipstick.
NOTICE
Do not drive the vehicle with thewarning light onÐeven for one block.It may ruin the engine.
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Do not connect the cable to or near
any part that moves when the engine
is cranked.
CAUTION
When making the connections, to
avoid serious injury, do not lean over
the battery or accidentally let the
jumper cables or clamps touch any-
thing except the correct battery termi-
nals or the ground.
5. Start your engine in the normal way.
After starting, run it at about 2000 rpm
for several minutes with the accelerator
pedal lightly depressed.
6. Carefully disconnect the cables in the exact reverse order: the negative cable
and then the positive cable.
7. Carefully dispose of the battery cover clothsÐthey may now contain sulfuric
acid.
8. If removed, replace all the battery vent plugs.
If the cause of your battery discharging is
not apparent (for example, lights left on),
you should have it checked. If your engine stalls while driving...
1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Move cautiously off the
road to a safe place.
2. Turn on your emergency flashers.
3. Try starting the engine again.
If the engine will not start, see ªIf your
vehicle will not startº.
CAUTION
If the engine is not running, the pow-
er assist for the brakes and steering
will not work, so steering and braking
will be much harder than usual.
If your vehicle overheats
If your engine coolant temperature
gauge indicates overheating, if you ex-
perience a loss of power, or if you hear
a loud knocking or pinging noise, the
engine has probably overheated. You
should follow this procedure...
1. Pull safely off the road, stop the ve- hicle and turn on your emergency
flashers. Put the transmission in ªPº
(automatic) or neutral (manual) and ap-
ply the parking brake. Turn off the air
conditioning if it is being used.
2. If coolant or steam is boiling out of the radiator or reservoir, stop the engine.
Wait until the steam subsides before
opening the hood. If there is no coolant
boiling over or steam, leave the engine
running.
CAUTION
To help avoid personal injury, keep
the hood closed until there is no
steam. Escaping steam or coolant is
a sign of very high pressure.
If your engine stalls while
driving
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DO±IT±YOURSELF MAINTENANCE
Electrical components
Checking battery condition 258
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Battery recharging precautions 259
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Checking and replacing fuses 260
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Adding washer fluid 261
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Replacing light bulbs 261
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SECTION 7± 3
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NOTICE
Be sure the engine and all accesso-
ries are off before performing main-tenance.
When checking the battery, remove
the ground cable from the negativeterminal (ª±º mark) first and rein-stall it last.
Be careful not to cause a short cir-cuit with tools.
Take care no solution gets into thebattery when washing it.
ÐChecking battery fluid
Ty p e A
Green Dark Clear or
light yellow
Ty p e B Blue White Red
CHECKING BY HYDROMETER
Check the battery condition by the
hydrometer color.
Hydrometer color
ConditionTy p e ATy p e BCondition
GreenBlueGood
DarkWhite
Charging necessary.
Have battery
checked by your
Toyota dealer.
Clear orLight
Yellow
Red
Have battery
checked by your
Toyota dealer.
Battery recharging precautions
During recharging, the battery is pro-
ducing hydrogen gas.
Therefore, before recharging:
1. If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect
the ground cable.
2. Be sure the power switch on the re- charger is off when connecting the
charger cables to the battery and when
disconnecting them.
CAUTION

Always charge the battery in an un-
confined area. Do not charge the
battery in a garage or closed room
where there is not sufficient ventila-
tion.

Only do a slow charge (5 A or
less). Charging at a quicker rate is
dangerous. The battery may ex-
plode, causing personal injuries.
NOTICE
Never recharge the battery while the
engine is running. Also, be sure allaccessories are turned off.
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ENGINE LUBRICATION
Oil capacity (drain and ref ill), L (qt., Imp.
qt.):
5VZ±FE engineWith filter 5.2 (5.5, 4.6)
Without filter 4.9 (5.2, 4.3)
2UZ±FE engine With filter 6.2 (6.5, 5.5)
Without filter 5.7 (6.0, 5.0)
Oil grade: API grade SJ, ªEnergy±Conservingº or
ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recom-
mended.
Recommended oil viscosity (SAE):
5W-30 Preferred
Temperature range anticipated before
next oil change
COOLING SYSTEM
Total capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): With manual transmission 10.0 (10.6, 8.8)
With automatic transmission 5VZ±FE engine 9.9 (10.5, 8.7)
2UZ±FE engine 11.6 (12.3, 10.2)
Coolant type: ªTOYOTA Long Life Coolantº or equiva-
lent
With ethylene±glycol type coolant for a
proper corrosion protection of aluminum
components
Do not use alcohol type antifreeze or
plain water alone.
BATTERY
Open voltage
* at 20
C (68
F):
12.6Ð12.8 V Fully charged
12.2Ð12.4 V Half charged
11.8Ð12.0 V Discharged
*: Voltage that is checked 20 minutes af- ter the key is removed with all the
lights turned off
Charging rates: 5 A max. CLUTCH
Pedal free play, mm (in.):
5Ð15 (0.2Ð0.6)
Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): Two±wheel drive models 2.6 (2.7, 2.3)
Four±wheel drive models
2.2 (2.3, 1.9)
Oil type: Gear oil API GL±4 or GL±5
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 75W±90
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Fluid capacity (drain and ref ill), L (qt.,
Imp. qt.): Up to 2.0 (2.1, 1.8)
Fluid type: Automatic transmission fluid D±II or
DEXRON III (DEXRON II)
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Instrument panel
4. OBD 7.5 A: On±board diagnosis sys-
tem
5. PWR OUTLET 1 15 A: Power outlet
6. PWR OUTLET 2 15 A: Power outlet
7. ST2 5 A: Starting system
8. FR FOG 20 A: Front fog lights
9. ALT±S 7.5 A: Charging system
10. HEAD (RH) 10 A (without daytime running light system): Right±hand
headlight
HEAD (HI RH) 10 A (with daytime
running light system): Right±hand
headlight (high beam) 11. HEAD (LH) 10 A (without daytime
running light system): Left±hand
headlight
HEAD (HI LH) 10 A (with daytime
running light system): Left±hand
headlight (high beam)
12. EFI NO.2 10 A: Multiport fuel injection
system/s equential multiport fuel injec-
tion system and emission control sys-
tem
13. A/C 10 A: Air conditioning system
14. DRL 7.5 A (with daytime running light system): Daytime running light
system
15. HEAD (LO RH) 10 A (with daytime running light system): Right±hand
headlight (low beam)
16. HEAD (LO LH) 10 A (with daytime running light system): Left±hand
headlight (low beam)
17. WIP 20 A: Windshield wipers and
washer
18. TURN 5 A: Turn signal lights
19. ECU IG 5 A: Anti±lock brake system
and cruise control system
20. 4WD 20 A: Four±wheel drive control
system and A.D.D. control system 21. ACC 15 A:
Cigarette lighter, audio sys-
tem, SRS airbag system and power
rear view mirrors
22. GAUGE 10 A: Gauges and meters,
back±up lights, starting system, day-
time running light system and air condi-
tioning system
23. IGN 5 A: SRS airbag system, multiport
fuel injection system/sequential multi-
port fuel injection system, discharge
system and ignition system
24. CARGO LP 5 A: Cargo lamp
25. TAIL 15 A: Tail lights, license plate
lights, instrument panel lights, parking
lights and glove box light
26. ECU±B 5 A: SRS warning light
27. HORN±HAZ 20 A: Emergency flashers
and horns
28. STA 5 A: Multiport fuel injection sys-
tem/sequential multiport fuel injection
system, g auges and meters
29. STOP 15 A: Stoplights and high
mounted stoplight
Fuses (type B)
30. ABS 1 40 A: Anti±lock brake system
31. ABS 2 40 A: Anti±lock brake system
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