automatic transmission fluid TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2001 Service Repair Manual

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Power steering fluid level
Check the level through the reservoir. The
level should be in the HOTº or COLDº
range depending on the fluid temperature.
See page 385 in Section 7- 2 for addition-
al information.
Exhaust system
If you notice any change in the sound of
the exhaust or smell exhaust fumes, have
the cause located and corrected immedi-
ately. (See Engine exhaust cautionsº on
page 295 in Section 2.)
INSIDE THE VEHICLE
Items listed below should be checked
regularly, e.g. while performing periodic
services, cleaning the vehicle, etc.
Lights
Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail
lights, turn signal lights, and other lights
are all working. Check headlight aim.
Service reminder indicators and warning
buzzers
Check that all service reminder indicators
and warning buzzers function properly.
Steering wheel
Check that it has the specified free play.
Be alert for changes in steering condition,
such as hard steering or strange noise.Seats
Check that all seat controls such as seat
adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. operate
smoothly and that all latches lock securely
in any position. Check that the head re-
straints move up and down smoothly and
that the locks hold securely in any latched
position. For folding- down rear seatbacks,
check that the latches lock securely.
Seat belts
Check that the seat belt system such as
buckles, retractors and anchors operate
properly and smoothly. Make sure the belt
webbing is not cut, frayed, worn or dam-
aged.
Accelerator pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation and
uneven pedal effort or catching.
Brake pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation and
that the pedal has the proper clearance.
Check the brake booster function.
Brakes
In a safe place, check that the brakes do
not pull to one side when applied.Parking brake
Check that the pedal has the proper travel
and that, on a safe incline, your vehicle
is held securely with only the parking
brake applied.
Automatic transmission Parkº mecha-
nism
Check the lock release button of the se-
lector lever for proper and smooth opera-
tion. On a safe incline, check that your
vehicle is held securely with the selector
lever in Pº position and all brakes re-
leased.
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
Items listed below should be performed
from time to time, unless otherwise
specified.
Fluid leaks
Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, wa-
ter or other fluid after the vehicle has
been parked for a while. If you smell fuel
fumes or notice any leak, have the cause
found and corrected immediately.
Doors and engine hood
Check that all side doors and back door
operate smoothly and all latches lock se-
curely. Make sure the engine hood sec-
ondary latch secures the hood from open-
ing when the primary latch is released.

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Recommended oil viscosity:
SAE 5W- 30
Outside temperature
Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur-
ther details.COOLING SYSTEM
Total capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):
2AZ- FE engine
With rear heater 7.7 (8.1, 6.8)
8.5 (9.0, 7.5)
*
Without rear heater
6.3 (6.7, 5.5)
7.1 (7.5, 6.2)
*
3MZ- FE engine
With rear heater 10.7 (11.3, 9.4)
11.4 (12.0, 10.0)
*
Without rear heater
9.4 (9.9, 8.3)
10.1 (10.7, 8.9)
*
*
: Vehicles with towing package
Coolant type:
Toyota Super Long Life Coolantº is
used in your Toyota vehicle at factory
fill. In order to avoid technical problems,
only use Toyota Super Long Life
Coolantº or similar high quality ethylene
glycol based non- silicate, non- amine,
non- nitrite, and non- borate coolant with
long- life hybrid organic acid technology.
(Coolant with long- life hybrid organic
acid technology is a combination of low
phosphates and organic acids.)
Do not use plain water alone.Please contact your Toyota dealer for
further details.
BATTERY
Open voltage
* at 20
C (68
F):
12.6Ð12.8V Fully charged
12.2Ð12.4V Half charged
11.8Ð12.0V Discharged
*: Voltage that is checked 20 minutes af-
ter the key is removed with all the lights
turned off
Charging rates:
5 A max.
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
Fluid capacity (drain and refill), L (qt.,
Imp. qt.):
Up to 3.5 (3.7, 3.1)
Fluid type:
Toyota Genuine ATF Type T- IV
Change automatic transmission fluid only
as necessary.

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Generally, it is necessary to change
automatic transmission fluid only if your
vehicle is driven under one of the Special
Operating Conditions listed in your
Scheduled Maintenance Guideº or
Owner 's Manual Supplementº. When
changing the automatic transmission fluid,
use only Toyota Genuine ATF Type T- IVº
(ATF JWS3309 or NWS6500) to aid in
assuring optimum transaxle performance.
Notice: Using automatic transmission
fluid other than Toyota Genuine ATF
Type T- IVº may cause deterioration in
shift quality, locking up of your trans-
mission accompanied by vibration, and
ultimately damage the automatic trans-
mission of your vehicle.
Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur-
ther details.
TRANSFER
(four- wheel drive models)
Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):
0.9 (1.0, 0.8)
Oil type:
Hypoid gear oil API GL- 5
Recommended oil viscosity:
Above -18
C (0
F)
SAE 90
Below -18
C (0
F)
SAE 80W or 80W- 90REAR DIFFERENTIAL
(four- wheel drive models)
Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):
0.9 (1.0, 0.8)
Oil type:
Hypoid gear oil API GL- 5
Recommended oil viscosity:
Above -18
C (0
F)
SAE 90
Below -18
C (0
F)
SAE 80W or 80W- 90
BRAKES
Minimum pedal clearance when depressed
with the force of 490 N (50 kgf, 110 lbf)
with the engine running, mm (in.):
83 (3.3)
Pedal free play, mm (in.):
2Ð3 (0.08Ð0.12)
Pad wear limit, mm (in.):
1.0 (0.04)
Lining wear limit, mm (in.):
1.0 (0.04)
Parking brake adjustment when depressed
with the force of 294 N (30 kgf, 66 lbf):
5Ð7 clicks
Fluid type:
SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3STEERING
Wheel free play:
Less than 30 mm (1.2 in.)
Power steering fluid type:
Automatic transmission fluid DEXRONII
or III

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Brake system warning light*
1
Discharge warning light*
1
Low engine oil pressure warning light*
1
Malfunction indicator lamp*
1
SRS warning light*
1
Driver 's seat belt reminder light*
1Open door warning light*
1
Automatic transmission fluid temperature
warning light*
1 (four- wheel drive models) or
Low windshield washer fluid level warning
light*
1
or
Vehicle stability control system warning light*
1
Anti- lock brake system warning light*
1or
Front passenger 's seat belt reminder light*
1
Low tire pressure warning light*
1
Indicator symbols on the instrument panel

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(i) Open Door Warning Light and Buzz-
er
This light remains on until all the side
doors and back door are completely
closed.
If the vehicle speed rises above 5 km/h
(3 mph) with any door open, a buzzer
sounds.
(j) Automatic Transmission Fluid
Temperature Warning Light
(four- wheel drive models)
This light warns that the automatic trans-
mission fluid temperature is too high.
If this light comes on while you are driv-
ing, slow down and pull off the road. Stop
the vehicle at a safe place and put the
selector lever in Pº. With the engine id-
ling, wait until the light goes off. If the
light goes off, you can start the vehicle
again. If the light does not go off, call a
Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for
assistance.
NOTICE
Continued driving with the warning
light on may damage the automatic
transmission.
(k) SRS Warning Light
This light will come on when the igni-
tion key is turned to the ONº position.
After about 6 seconds, the light will go
off. This means the systems of the air-
bag and front seat belt pretensioners
are operating properly.
This warning light system monitors the
airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sen-
sors, side and curtain shield airbag sen-
sors, curtain shield airbag sensors, driv-
er 's seat position sensor, driver 's seat belt
buckle switch, front passenger occupant
classification system, AIRBAG ONº indi-
cator light, AIRBAG OFFº indicator light,
front passenger 's seat belt buckle switch,
seat belt pretensioner assemblies, inflat-
ors, warning light, interconnecting wiring
and power sources.
If either of the following conditions occurs,
this indicates a malfunction somewhere in
the parts monitored by the warning light
system. Contact your Toyota dealer as
soon as possible to service the vehicle.

The light does not come on when the
ignition key is turned to the ONº posi-
tion or remains on for more than 6
seconds or flashes.

The light comes on or flashes while
driving.If the light stays on, it indicates that the
SRS driver and front passenger airbag
system and/or front passenger occupant
classification system and AIRBAG ONº
and AIRBAG OFFº indicator lights have a
problem. If the light flashes, the SRS side
airbag system and/or curtain shield airbag
system have a problem.
(l) VSCº Warning Light
This light warns that there is a problem
somewhere in the vehicle stability control
system or traction control system.
The light will come on when the ignition
key is turned to ONº, and will go off after
a few seconds.
If the light comes on while driving, the
system does not work. However, as con-
ventional braking operates when applied,
there is no problem to continue your driv-
ing.
In the following cases, contact your Toyota
dealer:

The warning light does not come on
after the ignition key is turned to ONº.

The warning light remains on after the
ignition key is turned to ONº.

The warning light comes on while driv-
ing.

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VSC and Tire Pressure Warning System
1. ABS Operation
If the brake pedal is depressed suddenly, the ABS controls the hydraulic pressure of the wheel cylinders for all the four
wheels to automatically avoid wheel locking and ensure the directional and steering stability of the vehicle. If the brake pedal
is depressed suddenly, the skid control ECU with actuator controls the solenoids in the actuators using the signals from the
sensors to move the brake fluid to the reservoir in order to release the braking pressure applied to the wheel cylinder. If the
skid control ECU with actuator detects that the fluid pressure in the wheel cylinder is insufficient, the ECU controls the
solenoids in the actuators to increase the braking pressure.
2. Traction Control Operation
The traction control system controls the engine torque, the hydraulic pressure of the driving wheel cylinders, slipping of the
wheels which may occur at start or acceleration of the vehicle, to ensure an optimal driving power and vehicle stability
corresponding to the road conditions.
3. VSC Operation
Unexpected road conditions, vehicle speed, emergency situation, and any other external factors may cause large under- or
over-steering of the vehicle. If this occurs, the VSC system automatically controls the engine power and wheel brakes to
reduce the under- or over-steering.
To reduce large over-steering :
If the VSC system determines that the over-steering is large, it activates the brakes for the outer front turning wheels
depending on the degree of the over-steering to produce the moment toward the outside of the vehicle and reduce the
over-steering.
To reduce large under-steering :
If the VSC system determines that the under-steering is large, it controls the engine power and activates the rear wheel
brakes to reduce the under-steering.
VSC indicator light
If an mulfunction occurs in the VSC system, the VSC indicator lights up to warn the driver.
4. Mutual System Control
To efficiently operate the VSC system at its optimal level, the VSC system and other control systems are mutually controlled
while the VSC system is being operated.
Engine control
The engine power does not interfere with the VSC brake control by fuel cut controlling and reducing the engine output.
Engine control and electronically controlled transmission control
The strong braking force does not interfere with the braking force control of the VSC system by turning off the accel and
reducing changes in the driving torque at shift-down.
VSC system operation indication
The slip indicator light flashes and the buzzer alarm intermittently to warn the driver that the current road is slippery, while the
VSC system is being operated.
5. Fail Safe Function
If an mulfunction occurs in the skid control ECU with actuator, sensor signals, and/or actuators, the skid control ECU with
actuator inhibits the brake actuator control and inputs the mulfunction signal to the engine control module. According to the
mulfunction signal, the brake actuator turns off the solenoid and the engine control module rejects any electronically
controlled request from the VSC system. As a result, the vehicle functions without the ABS, BA, TRAC, and VSC systems.
A4, A5 ABS Speed Sensor Front LH, RH
1-2 : 1.4-1.8 kW (20°C, 68°F)
A24, A25 ABS Speed Sensor Rear LH, RH
1-2 : 0.9-1.3 kW (25°C, 77°F) (4WD)
1-2 : Max. 1.45 kW (25°C, 77°F) (2WD)
B4 Brake Warning SW
1-2 : Closed with the float down
S27 Skid Control ECU with Actuator
46-Ground : Approx. 12 volts with the ignition SW at ON position
27-Ground : Approx. 12 volts with the stop light SW on (Brake pedal depressed)
31-Ground : Always continuity
S15 Stop Light SW
2-1 : Closed with brake pedal depressed
System Outline
Service Hints

Maintenance Log: SUVs and Trucks
6Applies to Tacoma with 1GRFE, Tundra with 1GRFE and 4Runner with 1GRFE. Required under the terms of the Emission Control Warranty.
7Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.8See p age 37 f or details.
30,000 Miles or 36 Months
qReplace engine oil and oil filter1qReplace engine air filter
qRotate tiresqReplace cabin air filter (if equipped)
qLubricate drive shaft bushing (Land Cruiser)
qLubricate propeller shaft4
qLubricate wheel bearings (Land Cruiser)
qReplace limitedslip differential oil, if equipped5
qReplace spark plugs6
qRetorque drive shaft bolt (4WD RAV4)
qRetorque propeller shaft bolt (all models except Highlander and RAV4)
qInspect the following:__ Automatic transmission fluid
__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
7
__ Drive shaft boots3
__ Engine coolant8
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
__ Front differential oil (4WD models, Highlander and RAV4)
__ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band and f uel tankvapor vent system hoses
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions2
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dr iv in g while towing:
qReplace front differential oil (2WD RAV4 with manual transmission, all 4WD models
except RAV4 with automatic transmission and Highlander)
qReplace manual transmission oil (RAV4, Tundra)
qReplace rear differential oil, including limitedslip (all models except 2WD
Highlander and 2WD RAV4)
qReplace transfer case oil (4WD models)
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dealer Service Verification:
Date:
Mileage:
23
__ F uel tank cap gasket
__ Manual transmission oil (RAV4, Tundra)
__ Radiator core and condenser
__ Rear differential oil (all models except 2WD Highlander and 2WD RAV4)
__ St eering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil (all 4WD models)

Maintenance Log: SUVs and Trucks
7 Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.8 Applies to Land C ru iser, Sequoia, Tundra and 4Runner with 2UZFE. Required only for vehicles in California,
Massachusetts and New York.
9 Init ial i nspec tion at 60,000 miles/72 months. Inspect every 15,000 miles/18 months thereafter.10See p age 37 for details.
60,000 Miles or 72 Months
qReplace engine oil and oil filter1qReplace engine air filter
qRotate tiresqReplace cabin air filter (if equipped)
qLubricate drive shaft bushing (Land Cruiser)
qLubricate propeller shaft4
qLubricate wheel bearings (Land Cruiser)
qReplace limitedslip differential oil, if equipped5
qReplace spark plugs6
qRetorque drive shaft bolt (4WD RAV4)
qRetorque propeller shaft bolt (all models except Highlander and RAV4)
qInspect the following:__ Automatic transmission fluid
__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
7
__ Charcoal canister8
__ Dr ive belts9
__ Drive shaft boots3
__ Engine coolant10
__ E ngine valv e clearance (except Tacoma
with 2TRFE)
__ Front differential oil (4WD models, Highlander, RAV4)
Add ition al Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions2
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
qReplace automatic transmission fluid
qRepl ac e f ront diff erential oil (Highlander, RAV4 and all 4WD models)
qReplace manual transmission oil (RAV4, Tundra)
qRepl ac e rear differential oil, including limited slip (all models except 2WD
Hi gh land erand 2WD RA V4)
qReplace transfer case oil (4WD models)
qTigh ten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dea ler Service Verification:
D at e :
Mileage:
27
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
__ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band and f uel tank vapor vent system hoses
__ Fuel tank cap gasket
__ Manual transmission oil (RAV4, Tundra)
__ Radiator core and condenser
__ Rear differential oil (all models except
2WD Highlander and 2WD RAV4)
__ Steering gear box
__ Steer ing linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil (all 4WD models)

5,000Mile Maintenance Intervals
7,500Mile Maintenance IntervalsTo determine the appropriate maintenance
interval for your vehicle, see page 16.
Dealer Service Verification:
Date:
Mileage:
Dea ler Service Verification:
Maintenance Log: SUVs and Trucks
6Applies to Tacoma with 1GRFE, Tundra with 1GRFE and 4Runner with 1GRFE. Required under the terms of the
Emission Control Warranty.
7 Applies to Highlander with 3MZFE, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Tundra with 2UZFE and 4Runner with 2UZFE.8Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.9See p age 37 f or details.
90,000 Miles or 108 Months
qReplace engine oil and oil filter1qReplace engine air filter
qRotate tiresqReplace cabin air filter (if equipped)
qLubricate drive shaft bushing (Land Cruiser)
qLubricate propeller shaft4
qLubricate wheel bearings (Land Cruiser)
qReplace limitedslip differential oil, if equipped5
qReplace spark plugs6
qReplace timing belt7
qRetorque drive shaft bolt (4WD RAV4)
qRetorque propeller shaft bolt (all models except Highlander and RAV4)
qInspect the following:__ Automatic transmission fluid
__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
8
__ Drive belts
__ Drive shaft boots3
__ Engine coolant9
__ Ex haust pipes and mountings
__ Front differential oil (4WD models, Highlander and RAV4)
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions2
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
qRepl ace front differential oil (2WD RAV4 with manual transmission, all 4WD models
e x cept RAV4 with automatic transmission and Highlander)
qR eplace manual transmission oil (RAV4, Tundra)
qReplace rear differential oil, including limited slip (all models except 2WD
Hi ghlander and 2WD RAV4)
qR epl ac e t ran sfer ca se oil (4WD models)
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dea ler Service Verification:
D at e :
Mileage:
31
__ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
__ Fuel tank cap gasket
__ Manual transmission oil (RAV4, Tundra)
__ Radiator core and condenser
__ Rear differential oil (all models except 2WD Highlander and 2WD RAV4)
__ Steering gear box
__ St eering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil (all 4WD models)

Maintenance Log: SUVs and Trucks
6Required under the terms of the Emission Control Warranty.7 Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.8 Applies to Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Tundra and 4Runner with 2UZFE. Required only for vehicles in California,
Massachusetts and New York.
9See page 37 for details.
120,000 Miles or 144 Months
qReplace engine oil and oil filter1qReplace engine air filter
qRotate tiresqReplace cabin air filter (if equipped)
qLubricate drive shaft bushing (Land Cruiser)
qLubricate propeller shaft4
qLubricate wheel bearings (Land Cruiser)
qReplace limitedslip differential oil, if equipped5
qReplace spark plugs (all models)6
qRetorque drive shaft bolt (4WD RAV4)
qRetorque propeller shaft bolt (all models except Highlander and RAV4)
qInspect the following:__ Automatic transmission fluid
__ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
7
__ Charcoal canister8
__ Drive belts
__ Drive shaft boots3
__ Engine coolant9
__ E ngine valve clearance (except Tacoma
with 2TRFE)
__ Front differential oil (4WD models, Highlander, RAV4)
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions2
Driv ing in desert or on dirt roads:
qTi gh ten n uts and bolts on c hassis
Driving while towing:
qReplace automatic transmission fluid
qRepl ac e f ront differential oil (Highlander, RAV4 and all 4WD models)
qReplace manual transmission oil (RAV4, Tundra)
qR eplace rear differential oil, including limited slip (all models except 2WD
Hi gh land erand 2WD RAV4)
qReplace transfer case oil (4WD models)
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dealer Service Verification:
Dat e :
M ileage:
35
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
__ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
__ Fuel tank cap gasket
__ Manual transmission oil (RAV4, Tundra)
__ R adiat or core and condenser
__ Rear differential oil (all models except
2WD Highlander and 2WD RAV4)
__ St eerin g gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil (all 4WD models)