torque TOYOTA 4RUNNER 2003 N210 / 4.G Scheduled Maintenance Guide

General Maintenance Information17
Determining Your Vehicle’s Maintenance Needs
Driving on Rough, Muddy or Snow-Melted Roads
•Inspect ball joints and dust cover
•Inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
•Inspect drive shaft boots
•Inspect nuts and bolts on chassis and body
•Inspect steering linkage and boots
•Lubricate propeller shaft and re-torque bolt*
•Re-torque drive shaft bolt*
•Rotate tires
Driving on Salt-Covered Roads
•Lubricate propeller shaft and re-torque bolt*
Driving on Unpaved or Dusty Roads
•Inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
•Inspect or change engine air filter
•Lubricate propeller shaft and re-torque bolt*
•Replace air conditioning filter*
Extensive Idling or Low-Speed Driving for Long Distances
•Inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
Towing a Trailer or Using a Camper or Car-Top Carrier
•Inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
•Inspect nuts and bolts on chassis and body
•Lubricate propeller shaft and re-torque bolt*
•Replace differential oil
•Replace transfer case oil*
•Replace transmission fluid or oil
Applies to selected models. See the scheduled maintenance log for details.*

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Explanation of Maintenance Items
Drive Belts
Inspect for cracks, excessive wearand oiliness. Check the belt tension and
adjust if necessary. Replace the belts if they are damaged.
Drive Shaft Boots
Check the drive shaft boots and clamps forcracks, deterioration and damage.
Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts and, if necessary, repack the grease.
Selected models also require periodic inspection of the drive shaft bolt for proper
torque. A qualified technician should perform these operations.
Engine Air Filter
Replace at specified intervals. When performing inspections, check for damage,
excessive wear and oiliness, and replace if necessary.
Engine Coolant
Drain and flush the cooling system and refill with an ethylene-glycol type
coolant. Inspect the radiator and condenser for leaves, dirt and insects and clean
if necessary. A qualified technician should perform these operations.
Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Replace the oil filter and drain and refill the engine oil at specified intervals.
For recommended oil grade and viscosity, refer to the
Owner’s Manual.
Engine Valve Clearance
Inspect for excessive lifter noise and engine vibration and adjust if necessary.
Aqualified technician should perform this operation.
Exhaust Pipes and Mountings
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, muffler and hangers for cracks, deterioration
and damage. Start the engine and listen carefully for any exhaust gas leakage.
Tighten connections or replace parts as necessary.
Fuel Lines and Connections, Fuel Tank Band and
Fuel Tank Vapor Vent System Hoses
Visually inspect for corrosion, damage, cracks and loose or leaking connections.
Tighten connections or replace parts as necessary.
Fuel Tank Cap Gasket
Visually inspect for cracks, deterioration and damage and replace if necessary.
Nuts and Bolts on Chassis and Body
Re-tighten the seat-mounting bolts and front/rear suspension member retaining
bolts to specified torque.

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Explanation of Maintenance Items
Propeller Shaft
Lubricate the propeller shaft spiders and slide yokes with lithium-base chassis grease
and the double cardan joint with molybdenum-disulfide lithium-base chassis grease,
and re-torque the bolt. Only a qualified technician should re-torque the bolt.
Radiator Core and Condenser
Inspect for debris and signs of damage. Have any problem repaired immediately
by a qualified technician.
Spark Plugs
Replace at specified intervals. Install newplugs of the same type as originally
equipped. A qualified technician should perform this operation.
Steering Gear Box
Inspect for signs of leakage. If you discover any leakage, have it repaired imme-
diately 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.
Timing Belt
Replace every 90,000 miles. A qualified technician should perform this operation.
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.
TransferCase Oil
Replace at specified intervals. When performing inspections, check for signs of
leakage. If you discoverany leakage, have it repaired by a qualified technician
immediately.
Wheel Bearing and Drive Shaft Bearing Grease
Repack the wheel bearings with wheel bearing grease and the front drive shaft
bearings with molybdenum-disulfide lithium-base chassis grease. A qualified
technician should perform these operations.

5,000-Mile Maintenance Intervals
7,500-Mile Maintenance IntervalsTo determine the appropriate maintenance
interval for your vehicle, see page 16.
Maintenance Log: SUVs and Trucks
7,500 Miles or 6 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter
❑Rotate tires
Dealer Service Verification:
Date:
Mileage:
5,000 Miles or 4 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions:1
❑Inspect the following:__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
__ Drive shaft boots (Highlander, Land Cruiser,
RAV4, 4WD Sequoia, 4WD Tacoma, 4WD Tundra,
4WD 4Runner)
__ Engine air filter
__ Nuts and bolts on chassis and body
__ Steering linkage and boots
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (all 4WD except
Highlander and RAV4)
❑Re-torque drive shaft bolt (Highlander,
4WD RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models
except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Rotate tires
10,000 Miles or 8 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions:1
❑Inspect the following:__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
__ Drive shaft boots (Highlander, Land Cruiser,
RAV4, 4WD Sequoia, 4WD Tacoma, 4WD Tundra,
4WD 4Runner)
__ Engine air filter
__ Nuts and bolts on chassis and body
__ Steering linkage and boots
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (all 4WD except
Highlander and RAV4)
❑Replace air conditioning filter (Highlander,
RAV4, 4Runner)
❑Re-torque drive shaft bolt (Highlander,
4WD RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models
exceptHighlander and RAV4)
❑Rotate tires
Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage:
Scheduled Maintenance Logs42
Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage:
Note: If you drive your vehicle under any of
the special operating conditions noted on
pages 16–17, you may need to perform spe-
cific services at 5,000-mile intervals. See the
5,000-mile maintenance charts for details.

1 Specific services apply to specific operating conditions. See pages 16—17 for details.2 If vehicle is equipped with limited-slip differential.
Maintenance Log: SUVs and Trucks
15,000 Miles or 12 Months
15,000 Miles or 12 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (all 4WD except Highlander, RAV4 and Tacoma PreRunner)
❑Re-torque drive shaft bolt (Highlander, 4WD RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Rotate tires
❑Inspect the following:__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
__ Drive shaft boots (Highlander, Land Cruiser,
RAV4, 4WD Sequoia, 4WD Tacoma, 4WD Tundra,
4WD 4Runner)
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
__ Front differential oil (all 4WD except
Highlander and RAV4)
Additional Maintenance Items forSpecial Operating Conditions:1
❑Inspect automatic transmission fluid (Land Cruiser, 2WD Tacoma with A44D)
❑Inspect engine air filter
❑Inspect nuts and bolts on chassis and body
❑Replace front differential oil (all 4WD except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Replace rear differential oil, including limited-slip (all models except Sequoia
and Tundra)
❑Replace transfer case oil (4WD Highlander, 4WD RAV4)
Scheduled Maintenance Logs43
Dealer Service Verification:
Date:
Mileage:
__ Limited-slip differential oil (Land Cruiser,
4WD Highlander and 4WD RAV4)2
__ Rear differential oil (all models except
2WD Highlander and 2WD RAV4)
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil (4WD Highlander,
4WD RAV4)

5,000-Mile Maintenance Intervals
7,500-Mile Maintenance IntervalsTo determine the appropriate maintenance
interval for your vehicle, see page 16.
Maintenance Log: SUVs and Trucks
22,500 Miles or 18 Months
❑Replace air conditioning filter (Highlander,
RAV4, 4Runner)2
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter
❑Rotate tires
Dealer Service Verification:
Date:
Mileage:
20,000 Miles or 16 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions:1
❑Inspect the following:__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
__ Drive shaft boots (Highlander, Land Cruiser,
RAV4, 4WD Sequoia, 4WD Tacoma, 4WD Tundra,
4WD 4Runner)
__ Engine air filter
__ Nuts and bolts on chassis and body
__ Steering linkage and boots
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (all 4WD except
Highlander and RAV4)
❑Replace air conditioning filter (Highlander,
RAV4, 4Runner)
❑Re-torque drive shaft bolt (Highlander,
4WD RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models
exceptHighlander and RAV4)
❑Rotate tires
25,000 Miles or 20 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions:1
❑Inspect the following:__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
__ Drive shaft boots (Highlander, Land Cruiser,
RAV4, 4WD Sequoia, 4WD Tacoma, 4WD Tundra,
4WD 4Runner)
__ Engine air filter
__ Nuts and bolts on chassis and body
__ Steering linkage and boots
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (all 4WD except
Highlander and RAV4)
❑Re-torque drive shaft bolt (Highlander,
4WD RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models
except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Rotate tires
Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage:
Scheduled Maintenance Logs44
Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage:
Note: If you drive your vehicle under any of
the special operating conditions noted on
pages 16–17, you may need to perform spe-
cific services at 5,000-mile intervals. See the
5,000-mile maintenance charts for details.

1 Specific services apply to specific operating conditions. See pages 16—17 for details.2 Do not replace if replaced at 20,000 miles.3 If vehicle is equipped with limited-slip differential.4 Required under the terms of the Emission Control Warranty.
Maintenance Log: SUVs and Trucks
30,000 Miles or 24 Months
30,000 Miles or 24 Months
❑Replace engine air filter❑Replace engine oil and oil filter
❑Replace engine coolant❑Rotate tires
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (all 4WD except Highlander, RAV4 and Tacoma PreRunner)
❑Lubricate drive shaft bearings (Land Cruiser)
❑Lubricate wheel bearings (Land Cruiser, 2WD Tacoma)
❑Replace limited-slip differential oil (Land Cruiser)3
❑Replace non-platinum spark plugs (4Runner w/ IGR-FE, Sequoia, Tacoma, Tundra)4
❑Re-torque drive shaft bolt (Highlander, 4WD RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Inspect the following:__ Automatic transmission fluid
__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
__ Drive shaft boots (Highlander, Land Cruiser,
RAV4, 4WD Sequoia, 4WD Tacoma, 4WD Tundra
and 4WD 4Runner)
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
__ Front differential oil (4WD models,
Highlander and RAV4)
__ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
Additional Maintenance Items forSpecial Operating Conditions:1
❑Inspect automatic transmission fluid (all models except Land Cruiser and
2WD Tacoma with A44D)
❑Inspect front differential oil (Highlander, RAV4 with automatic transmission)
❑Inspect nuts and bolts on chassis and body
❑Replace air conditioning filter(Highlander, RAV4, 4Runner)
❑Replace automatic transmission fluid (Land Cruiser, 2WD Tacoma with A44D)
❑Replace front differential oil (all 4WD models, RAV4 with manual transmission)
❑Replace manual transmission oil
❑Replace rear differential oil, including limited-slip
❑Replace transfer case oil (4WD models)
Scheduled Maintenance Logs45
Dealer Service Verification:
Date:
Mileage:
__ Fuel tank cap gasket
__ Limited-slip differential oil (4WD Highlander,
4WD RAV4)
3
__ Manual transmission oil (Tacoma, Tundra)
__ Radiator core and condenser
__ Rear differential oil (all models except
2WD Highlander and 2WD RAV4)
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil (Land Cruiser, 4WD RAV4,
4WD Sequoia, 4WD 4Runner)

5,000-Mile Maintenance Intervals
7,500-Mile Maintenance IntervalsTo determine the appropriate maintenance
interval for your vehicle, see page 16.
Maintenance Log: SUVs and Trucks
37,500 Miles or 30 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter
❑Rotate tires
Dealer Service Verification:
Date:
Mileage:
35,000 Miles or 28 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions:1
❑Inspect the following:__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
__ Drive shaft boots (Highlander, Land Cruiser,
RAV4, 4WD Sequoia, 4WD Tacoma, 4WD Tundra,
4WD 4Runner)
__ Engine air filter
__ Nuts and bolts on chassis and body
__ Steering linkage and boots
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (all 4WD except
Highlander and RAV4)
❑Re-torque drive shaft bolt (Highlander,
4WD RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models
except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Rotate tires
40,000 Miles or 32 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions:1
❑Inspect the following:__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
__ Drive shaft boots (Highlander, Land Cruiser,
RAV4, 4WD Sequoia, 4WD Tacoma, 4WD Tundra,
4WD 4Runner)
__ Engine air filter
__ Nuts and bolts on chassis and body
__ Steering linkage and boots
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (all 4WD except
Highlander and RAV4)
❑Replace air conditioning filter (Highlander,
RAV4, 4Runner)
❑Re-torque drive shaft bolt (Highlander,
4WD RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models
exceptHighlander and RAV4)
❑Rotate tires
Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage:
Scheduled Maintenance Logs46
Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage:
Note: If you drive your vehicle under any of
the special operating conditions noted on
pages 16–17, you may need to perform spe-
cific services at 5,000-mile intervals. See the
5,000-mile maintenance charts for details.

1 Specific services apply to specific operating conditions. See pages 16—17 for details.2 If vehicle is equipped with limited-slip differential.
Maintenance Log: SUVs and Trucks
45,000 Miles or 36 Months
45,000 Miles or 36 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (all 4WD except Highlander, RAV4 and Tacoma PreRunner)
❑Replace air conditioning filter(Highlander, RAV4, 4Runner)
❑Re-torque drive shaft bolt (Highlander, 4WD RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Rotate tires
❑Inspect the following:__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
__ Drive shaft boots (Highlander, Land Cruiser,
RAV4, 4WD Sequoia, 4WD Tacoma, 4WD Tundra
and 4WD 4Runner)
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
__ Front differential oil (all 4WD except
Highlander and RAV4)
Additional Maintenance Items forSpecial Operating Conditions:1
❑Inspect automatic transmission fluid (Land Cruiser, 2WD Tacoma with A44D)
❑Inspect engine air filter
❑Inspect nuts and bolts on chassis and body
❑Replace front differential oil (all 4WD except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Replace rear differential oil, including limited-slip (all models except Sequoia
and Tundra)
❑Replace transfer case oil (4WD Highlander, 4WD RAV4)
Scheduled Maintenance Logs47
Dealer Service Verification:
Date:
Mileage:
__ Limited-slip differential oil (Land Cruiser,
4WD Highlander, 4WD RAV4)2
__ Rear differential oil (all models except
2WD Highlander and 2WD RAV4)
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil (4WD Highlander,
4WD RAV4)

5,000-Mile Maintenance Intervals
7,500-Mile Maintenance IntervalsTo determine the appropriate maintenance
interval for your vehicle, see page 16.
Maintenance Log: SUVs and Trucks
52,500 Miles or 42 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter
❑Rotate tires
Dealer Service Verification:
Date:
Mileage:
50,000 Miles or 40 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions:1
❑Inspect the following:__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
__ Drive shaft boots (Highlander, Land Cruiser,
RAV4, 4WD Sequoia, 4WD Tacoma, 4WD Tundra,
4WD 4Runner)
__ Engine air filter
__ Nuts and bolts on chassis and body
__ Steering linkage and boots
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (all 4WD except
Highlander and RAV4)
❑Replace air conditioning filter (Highlander,
RAV4, 4Runner)
❑Re-torque drive shaft bolt (Highlander,
4WD RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models
exceptHighlander and RAV4)
❑Rotate tires
55,000 Miles or 44 Months
❑Replace engine oil and oil filter
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions:1
❑Inspect the following:__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
__ Drive shaft boots (Highlander, Land Cruiser,
RAV4, 4WD Sequoia, 4WD Tacoma, 4WD Tundra,
4WD 4Runner)
__ Engine air filter
__ Nuts and bolts on chassis and body
__ Steering linkage and boots
❑Lubricate propeller shaft (all 4WD except
Highlander and RAV4)
❑Re-torque drive shaft bolt (Highlander,
4WD RAV4)
❑Re-torque propeller shaft bolt (all models
except Highlander and RAV4)
❑Rotate tires
Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage:
Scheduled Maintenance Logs48
Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage:
Note: If you drive your vehicle under any of
the special operating conditions noted on
pages 16–17, you may need to perform spe-
cific services at 5,000-mile intervals. See the
5,000-mile maintenance charts for details.