TOYOTA TUNDRA 2004 1.G Owners Manual

’04 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0309)
462
2004 TUNDRA from Sep. ’03 Prod. (OM34426U)
If you believe that your vehicle has
a defect which could cause a crash
or could cause injury or death, you
should immediately inform the Na-
tional Highway Traffic Safety Ad-
ministration (NHTSA) in addition to
notifying Toyota Motor Sales,
U.S.A., Inc. (Tollfree:
18003314331).
If NHTSA receives similar com-
plaints, it may open an investigation,
and if it finds that a safety defect
exists in a group of vehicles, it may
order a recall and remedy campaign.
However, NHTSA cannot become in-
volved in individual problems be-
tween you, your dealer, or Toyota
Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may either
call the Auto Safety Hotline tollfree
at 18004249393 (or 3660123 in
Washington, D.C. area) or write to:
NHTSA, U.S. Department of Trans-
portation, Washington, D.C. 20590.
You can also obtain other informa-
tion about motor vehicle safety from
the Hotline.This information has been prepared in ac-
cordance with regulation issued by the Na-
tional Highway Traffic Safety Administra-
tion of the U.S. Department of
Transportation. It provides the purchasers
and/or prospective purchasers of Toyota
vehicles with information on truck
−camper
loading. Your Toyota dealer will help an-
swer any questions you may have as you
read this information.
Reporting safety defects for
U.S. owners Camper information—

’04 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0309)
463
2004 TUNDRA from Sep. ’03 Prod. (OM34426U)
Rear end of truck bed
Recommended location
for cargo center of
gravity for cargo weight
rating
Standard cab models
Rear end of truck bed
Recommended location
for cargo center of
gravity for cargo weight
rating
Access cab models (standard bed)
Rear end of truck bed
Recommended location
for cargo center of
gravity for cargo weight
rating
Access cab models (StepSide bed)
Recommended location for
cargo center of gravity for
cargo weight rating
Rear end of
truck bed
Double cab models
The figures given in the illustration indi-
cate the recommended center of gravity
zone.
Standard cab models A: 1186 mm (46.7 in.)
B: 1058 mm (41.7 in.)
Access cab models Standard bedA: 1186 mm (46.7 in.)
B: 1058 mm (41.7 in.)
StepSide bed A: 1158 mm (45.6 in.)
B: 1030 mm (40.6 in.)
Double cab models A: 1189 mm (46.8 in.)
B: 1062 mm (41.8 in.)
CAUTION
If a load is too far back, it can cause
dangerous handling. If it is too far
forward, the front axle may be over-
loaded.
—Center of gravity location

’04 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0309)
464
2004 TUNDRA from Sep. ’03 Prod. (OM34426U)
Camper center of gravity
Recommended center of
gravity location zone
CARGO WEIGHT RATING
Standard cab models 3 people, V6, 2WD, 453 kg (1000 lb.)
3 people, V8, 4WD, 476 kg (1050 lb.)Access cab models
5 people, V6, 2WD, Manual transmission
295 kg (650 lb.)
6 people, V6, 2WD, Automatic transmission 204 kg (450 lb.)
5 people, V6, 4WD, Manual transmission 295 kg (650 lb.)
6 people, V6, 4WD, Automatic transmission 204 kg (450 lb.)
6 people, V8, 2WD, Standard bed 295 kg (650 lb.)
6 people, V8, 2WD, StepSide bed 204 kg (450 lb.)
6 people, V8, 4WD, Standard bed 159 kg (350 lb.)
6 people, V8, 4WD, StepSide bed 91 kg (200 lb.)
Double cab models
5 people, V8, 2WD, 385 kg (850 lb.)
5 people, V8, 4WD, 272 kg (600 lb.)When the truck is used to carry a slide
−in
camper, the total cargo load of the truck
consists of the manufacturer ’s camper
weight figure, the weight of installed addi-
tional camper equipment not included in
the manufacturer ’s camper weight figure,
the weight of camper cargo, and the
weight of passengers in the camper.
The total cargo load should not exceed
the truck’s cargo weight rating and the
camper ’s center of gravity should fall with-
in the truck’s recommended center of
gravity zone when installed.CAUTION
Be careful—overloading can cause
dangerous braking and handling prob-
lems, and can damage your vehicle
and its tires.
—Cargo weight rating and
proper matching

’04 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0309)
465
2004 TUNDRA from Sep. ’03 Prod. (OM34426U)
Gross axle weight rating
Front GAWR Rear GAWR
Secure loose items to prevent weight
shifts that could affect the balance of your
vehicle. When the truck camper is loaded,
drive to a scale and weigh on the front
and on the rear wheels separately to de-
termine axle loads. Individual axle loads
should not exceed either of the Gross
Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR). The total of
the axle loads should not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).
These ratings are given on the vehicle
Certification Label which is located on the
door latch post on the left side of the
vehicle. See “Your Toyota’s identification”
in Section 2 for the Certification Label
location. If weight ratings are exceeded,
move or remove items to bring all weights
below the ratings.
Gross vehicle weight rating
Not exceed GVWR
GAWRFront 1588 kg (3500 lb.)
Rear
Standard and access cab modelsP245/70R16 tires 1706 kg (3760 lb.)
P265/70R16 or P265/65R17 tires 1796 kg (3960 lb.)
Double cab models 1706 kg (3760 lb.) GVWR
Twowheel drive models
Standard cab models 2494 kg (5500 lb.)
Access cab models V6 2585 kg (5700 lb.)
V8Standard bed
2812 kg (6200 lb.)
StepSide bed 2726 kg (6010 lb.)
Double cab models 2993 kg (6600 lb.)
Fourwheel drive models Standard cab models 2812 kg (6200 lb.)
Access cab models V6 2721 kg (6000 lb.)
V8Standard bed
2812 kg (6200 lb.)
StepSide bed 2726 kg (6010 lb.)
Double cab models 2993 kg (6600 lb.)
If weight ratings are exceeded, move or
remove items to bring all weights below
the ratings.
—Gross axle and vehicle
weight ratings

’04 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0309)
466
2004 TUNDRA from Sep. ’03 Prod. (OM34426U)

’04 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0309)
2004 TUNDRA from Sep. ’03 Prod. (OM34426U)
Publication No. OM34426U
Part No. 01999-34426
Printed in Japan 01-0309-00
Quick index
If a service reminder indicator or warning buzzer comes on 152 . . . . . . . .
 If your vehicle will not start 368 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. .
 If your engine stalls while driving 371 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 If your vehicle overheats 372 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . .
 If you have a flat tire 373 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . .
 If your vehicle needs to be towed 386 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 Tips for driving during break −in period 319 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
 How to start the engine 348 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . .
 General maintenance 401 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . .
 Complete index NO TAG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . .
Gas station information
Fuel type:
UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91)
or higher
See page 319 for detailed information.
Fuel tank capacity: 100 L (26.4 gal., 22.0 lmp. gal.)
Engine oil:
API grade SL “Energy −Conserving” or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recom-
mended.
See page 415 for detailed information.
Automatic transmission fluid: Toyota Genuine ATF Type T −IV
See page 451 for detailed information.
Tire information: See pages 421 through 428.
Tire inflation pressure: See page 453.
sU −7
B

’04 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0309)
2004 TUNDRA from Sep. ’03 Prod. (OM34426U)
WE REALLY CARE ABOUT YOU  PLEASE BUCKLE UP
Toyota has made a special effort to encourage use of seat belts.
Toyota belts are:
Comfortable
Easy to use
Convenient
We encourage you to use your belts every time you drive.
U

’04 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0309)
2004 TUNDRA from Sep. ’03 Prod. (OM34426U)
You should know as muc h about the quality and
importance of proper main tenance of your new
vehicle as the people who built it.
The Toyota authorized Repair Manual
tells you how to maint ain your vehicle and
enables you to correct ly perform your own
maintenance.
The best way to keep your new vehicle in top
running order is to maintain it properly from
the moment you drive it off the showroom
floor.
The Toyota authorized Repair Manual is
packed with literally everything you need to
know to perform your own maintenance in
virtually every area of your new vehicle.

’04 TUNDRA_U (L/O 0309)
2004 TUNDRA from Sep. ’03 Prod. (OM34426U)
Where to obtain the
Repair Manual
The repair manual for TOYOTA TUNDRA, writ-
ten in English, may be purchased as applicable
from any Toyota dealer.
Pub. Name: 2004 TOYOTA TUNDRA Repair Manual
Pub. No.: RM1091U1 RM1091U2
Maintenance procedures for the engine,
chassis, body, electric al system, and more,
are clearly explained and illustrated.
Periodic maintenance and tuneup
Periodic maintenance and tuneup helps to pre-
vent small problems from growing into larger ones lat-
er on. The repair manual outlines exactly what main-
tenance is required and clearly explains how to do the
work yourself stepbystep.
Areas covered include such things as spark plug re-
placement, valve clearance adjustment and engine oil
and filter replacement.