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Your Toyota vehicle has been designed for
fewer maintenance requirements with long-
er service intervals to save both your time
and money. However, each regular mainte-
nance, as well as day- to- day care, is
more important than ever before to ensure
smooth, trouble- free, safe, and economical
drivings.
It is the owner 's responsibility to make
sure the specified maintenance, including
general maintenance service, is performed.
Note that both the new vehicle and emis-
sion control system warranties specify that
proper maintenance and care must be per-
formed. See Owner 's Warranty Informa-
tion Bookletº or Owner 's Manual Supple-
mentº for complete warranty information.
General maintenance
General maintenance items are those day-
to- day care practices that are important to
your vehicle for proper operation. It is the
owner 's responsibility to ensure that the
general maintenance items are performed
regularly.
These checks or inspections can be done
either by yourself or a qualified technician,
or if you prefer, your Toyota dealer will be
pleased to do them at a nominal cost.Scheduled maintenance
The scheduled maintenance items listed in
the Scheduled Maintenance Guideº or
Owner 's Manual Supplementº are those
required to be serviced at regular inter-
vals.
For details of your maintenance schedule,
read the Scheduled Maintenance Guideº
or Owner 's Manual Supplementº.
It is recommended that any replacement
parts used for maintenance or for the
repair of the emission control system
be Toyota supplied.
The owner may elect to use non- Toyota
supplied parts for replacement pur-
poses without invalidating the emission
control system warranty. However, use
of replacement parts which are not of
equivalent quality may impair the effec-
tiveness of the emission control sys-
tems.
You may also elect to have mainte-
nance, replacement, or repair of the
emission control devices and system
performed by any automotive repair es-
tablishment or individual without invali-
dating this warranty. See Owner's War-
ranty Information Bookletº or Owner's
Manual Supplementº for complete war-
ranty information.Where to go for service?
Toyota technicians are well- trained spe-
cialists and are kept up to date with the
latest service information through technical
bulletins, service tips, and in- dealership
training programs. They learn to work on
Toyotas before they work on your vehicle,
rather than while they are working on it.
You can be confident that your Toyota
dealer 's service department performs the
best job to meet the maintenance require-
ments on your vehicleÐreliably and eco-
nomically.
Your copy of the repair order is proof that
all required maintenance has been per-
formed for warranty coverage. If any prob-
lems should arise with your vehicle while
under warranty, your Toyota dealer will
promptly take care of it. Again, be sure
to keep a copy of the repair order for any
service performed on your Toyota.
What about do- it- yourself maintenance?
Many of the maintenance items are easy
to do yourself if you have a little mechani-
cal ability and a few basic automotive
tools. Simple instructions for how to per-
form them are presented on page 371 in
Section 7.
Maintenance requirements

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To turn on the windshield wipers, move
the lever to the desired setting.
The key must be in the ONº position.
Lever position
Speed setting
Position 1Intermittent
Position 2Slow
Position 3Fast
For a single sweep of the windshield,
push the lever up and release it.The INTº band lets you adjust the wiping
time interval when the wiper lever is in
the intermittent position (position 1). Twist
the band upward to increase the time be-
tween sweeps, and downward to decrease
it.
To squirt washer fluid, pull the lever
toward you.
If the windshield wipers are off, they will
operate a couple of times after the washer
squirts.
For instructions on adding washer fluid,
see Adding washer fluidº on page 399 in
Section 7- 3.
In freezing weather, warm the windshield
with the defroster before using the washer.
This will help prevent the washer fluid
from freezing on your windshield, which
can block your vision.
NOTICE
Do not operate the wipers if the wind-
shield is dry. It may scratch the
glass.
When waxing your vehicle, make sure that
the washer nozzles do not become
blocked. If a nozzle becomes blocked,
contact your Toyota dealer to have the
vehicle serviced.
NOTICE
If a nozzle becomes blocked, do not
try to clear it with a pin or other
object. The nozzle will be damaged.
Windshield wipers and washer

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Maintenance Records
Maintaining your vehicle according to the recommendations in this booklet is
required to ensure that your warranty coverage remains intact. You should keep
detailed records of vehicle maintenance, including date of service, mileage at
time of service and a description of service and/or parts installation performed.
The scheduled maintenance log in this booklet can help you document this
information. If you sell your vehicle, be sure to give your maintenance records to
the new owner.
Toyota will not deny a warranty claim solely because you do not have records
to show that you maintained your vehicle. However, damage or failures caused
by lack of proper maintenance are not covered under warranty.
Maintenance Providers
Maintenance and repair services may be performed by you or by any automotive
service provider you choose. Toyota will not deny a warranty claim solely becauseyou used a service provider other than a Toyota dealership for maintenance and
repairs. However, damage or failures caused by improper maintenance or repairs
are notcovered under warranty.
DealerRecommended Maintenance
Your dealer may recommend more frequent maintenance intervals or more
maintenance services than those listed in the scheduled maintenance log. Theseadditional services are not required to maintain your warranty coverage. Ask your
dealer for an explanation of any recommended maintenance not included in the
scheduled maintenance log.
Fora complete description of Toyota warranty coverages, see the booklet
entitled
2005 Owner’s Warranty Informationlocated in yourvehicle’s
glove box.
Maintenance and Toyota Warranty Coverage

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Vehicle Identification
Using the Maintenance Log Charts
Maintenance Log: Cars
Maintenance Log: SUVs and Trucks
Explanation of Maintenance Items
Table of Contents
For your convenience, scheduled maintenance information for your vehicle is
also available at
www.toyota.com.
From the site’s home page, select the “Owners” link, then select “Service &
Maintenance.” This will bring you to the screen shown below, where you willselect your vehicle’s model name, year and current mileage/time interval. After
you click “Submit,” you’ll be able to view your vehicle’s recommended mainte
nance for that interval.
Online Information
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1 Reset the oil replacement reminder (“MAINT REQD”) light after replacing engine oil, if vehicle is equipped with this light.2 Per form these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3 Required under the terms of the Emission Control Warranty. Does not apply to Camry PZEV with 2AZFE in California,
New York, Massachusetts, Maine and Vermont. For this model, replacement interval is 150,000 miles.
4 Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.5 Except front differential of Corolla Matrix 4WD with manual transmission.6 See page 37 for details.7 Applies to Corolla Matrix 4WD and Sienna 4WD.8 Applies to Corolla Matrix 4WD, MR2 Spyder and Sienna 4WD.
Maintenance Log: Cars
120,000 Miles or 144 Months
qReplace engine oil and oil filter1
qRotate tires (except MR2 Spyder)
qReplace cabin air filter (if equipped)
qReplace engine air filter
qReplace spark plugs3
qTighten drive shaft bolt (Corolla and Corolla Matrix)
qInspect the following:__ B all joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
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__ Diff erential oil5
__ Drive belts
__ Drive shaft boots
__ Engine coolant
6
__ Engine valve clearance
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions2
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
qReplace front differential oil
qReplace rear differential oil8
qReplace transfer case oil7
qReplace transmission fluid or oil
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dealer Service Verification:
Date:
Mileage:
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__ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
__ Fuel tank cap gasket
__ Radiator core and condenser
__ Steering gear box
__ St eering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil
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__ Transmission fluid or oil

5,000Mile Maintenance Intervals
7,500Mile Maintenance IntervalsTo determine the appropriate maintenance
interval for your vehicle, see page 16.
Dealer Service Verification:
Date: Mileage:
Dealer Service Verification:
Maintenance Log: SUVs and Trucks
1 Reset the oil replacement reminder (“MAINT REQD”) light after replacing engine oil, if vehicle is equipped with this light.2 Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Applies to Highlander, Land Cruiser, RAV4, 4WD Sequoia, 4WD Tacoma, 4WD Tundra and 4WD 4Runner.4Applies to Land Cruiser, 4WD Sequoia, 4WD Tundra and 4WD 4Runner.5Applies t
o Land C ruiser, 4WD Tacoma, Tacoma PreRunner and Tundra.
80,000 Miles or 96 Months
qReplace engine oil and oil filter1
qRotate tires
qVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
qInspect ball joints and dust covers
qInspect drive shaft boots3
qInspect engine air filter
qInspect steering linkage and boots
qLubricate propeller shaft4
qRetorque drive shaft bolt (4WD RAV4)
qRetorque propeller shaft bolt (all models
e x ce pt Highlander and RAV4)
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving on salted roads:
qLu br icate propeller shaft4
qRet orque pr opeller shaft bolt (all models
e x ce pt Highlander and RAV4)
Driving while towing:
qLu br icate propeller shaft4
qRet orque pr opeller shaft bolt (all models
e x ce pt Highlander and RAV4)
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
85,000 Miles or 102 Months
qReplace engine oil and oil filter1
qRotate tires
qVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
br ake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving in desert or on dirt roads:
qInspect ball joints and dust covers
qInspect drive shaft boots3
qInspect engine air filter
qInspect steering linkage and boots
qLubricate propeller shaft4
qRetorque drive shaft bolt (4WD RAV4)
qRetorque propeller shaft bolt (all models
e x ce pt Highlander and RAV4)
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving on salted roads:
qLu br icate propeller shaft4
qRet orque pr opeller shaft bolt (all models
e x ce pt Highlander and RAV4)
Driving while towing:
qLu br icate propeller shaft4
qRet orque pr opeller shaft bolt (all models
e x ce pt Highlander and RAV4)
qTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Dealer Service Verification:
D ate: Mileage:
Dealer Service Verification:
D ate: Mileage:
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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:
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__ 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)

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2005 HIGHLANDER REPAIR MANUAL (RM1144U)
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE
1. GENERAL NOTES

Maintenance items may vary from country to country. Check the owner's manual supplement in which
the maintenance schedule is shown.

Every service item in the periodic maintenance schedule must be performed.

Periodic maintenance service must be performed according to whichever interval in the periodic main-
tenance schedule occurs first, the odometer reading (miles) or the time interval (months).

Maintenance service after the last period should be performed at the same interval as before unless
noted.

Failure to do even one of the items can cause the engine to run poorly and/or increase the exhaust
emissions.
2. WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
(a) Check that there is sufficient fluid in the tank.
3. ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL
(a) Check that the coolant level is between the LEVEL lines on the see-through reservoir at normal tem-
perature (20°C (68°F)).
4. RADIATOR AND HOSES
(a) Check that the front of the radiator is clean and not blocked by leaves, dirt or bugs.
(b) Check the hoses for cracks, kinks, rot or loose connections.
5. BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
(a) Check the indicator.
(b) Check that the electrolyte level of all the battery cells is between the upper and lower level lines on
the case.
6. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
(a) Check that the brake fluid levels are near the upper level line on the see-through reservoirs.
7. ENGINE DRIVE BELT
(a) Check the drive belt for fraying, cracks, wear or oiliness.
8. ENGINE OIL LEVEL
(a) Check the level on the dipstick with the engine turned off.
9. POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL
(a) Check the level on the dipstick.
(b) The level should be in the ºHOTº or ºCOLDº range depending on the fluid temperature.
10. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL
(a) Park the vehicle on a level surface.
(b) With the engine idling and the parking brake applied, shift the selector into all the positions from ºPº
to ºLº, and then shift into the ºPº position.
(c) Pull out the dipstick and wipe off the fluid with a clean shop rag. Re-insert the dipstick and check that
the fluid level is in the ºHOTº range.
(d) Perform this check with the fluid at the normal driving temperature (70 to 80°C, 158 to 176°F).
HINT:
Wait until the engine cools down (approx. 30 min.) before checking the fluid level after extended driving at
high speed, in hot weather, in heavy traffic or after pulling a trailer.
11. EXHAUST SYSTEM
(a) Visually inspect for cracks, holes or loose supports.
If any change in the sound of the exhaust or the smell of the exhaust fumes is noticed, locate and correct
the cause.