TOYOTA TACOMA 2008 Warranties & Maintenance Guides (in English)

2008 Tacoma Scheduled Maintenance Guide
105,000 Miles or 126 Months
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)Re-torque propeller shaft boltReplace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
Inspect the following: __ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Drive belts
__ Drive shaft boots (4WD)
__ Engine coolant
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__ Exhaust pipes and mountings __ Front differential oil (4WD)
__ Radiator and condenser
__ Rear differential oil
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
NOTE:Driving in heavy traffic, on dirt roads or in urban, dusty or desert areas may shorten the life
of the cabin air filter. Replacement may be needed if you notice reduced air flow from the air
conditioner and heater or if the windows fog easily when you use the Freshmode. Consult your
dealer if any of these conditions occur.
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect engine air filterTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Replace front differential oil (4WD)Replace rear differential oilTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
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1Reset the oil replacement reminder light ( MAINT REQD) or the messageOIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED on the
multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer to Engine Coolant in theExplanation of Maintenance Items section in the back of this guide for more
information.
4Includes operating on roads which road salt has been applied.5Initial replacement at 100,000 miles/120 months. Replace every 50,000 miles/60 months thereafter. Refer to Engine
Coolant  in theExplanation of Maintenance Items section in the back of this guide for more information.

2008 Scheduled Maintenance GuideTACOMA
110,000 Miles or 132 Months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust coversInspect drive shaft boots (4WD)Inspect engine air filterInspect steering linkage and bootsLubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
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115,000 Miles or 138 Months
Replace engine oil and oil filter1
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and
brake pads/discs
Additional Maintenance Items for Special
Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Inspect ball joints and dust coversInspect drive shaft boots (4WD)Inspect engine air filterInspect steering linkage and bootsLubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Driving while towing:
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)4
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt4
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
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2008 Tacoma Scheduled Maintenance Guide
120,000 Miles or 144 Months
Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD)Re-torque propeller shaft boltReplace cabin air filterReplace engine air filterReplace engine oil and oil filter1
Replace rear differential oil (Prerunner and 4WD vehicles with optional limited slip differential only)Replace spark plugs5
Rotate tiresVisually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs6
Inspect the following: __ Ball joints and dust covers
__ Brake lines and hoses
__ Drive belts
__ Drive shaft boots (4WD)
__ Engine coolant
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__ Engine valve clearance7
__ Exhaust pipes and mountings
__ Front differential oil (4WD)
__ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses __ Fuel tank cap gasket
__ Radiator and condenser
__ Rear differential oil (except Prerunner and
4WD vehicles with optional limited slip
differential)
__ Steering gear box
__ Steering linkage and boots
__ Transfer case oil (4WD)
__ Transmission fluid or oil
Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions2
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis Driving while towing:Replace front differential oil (4WD)Replace rear differential oilReplace transfer case oil (4WD)Replace transmission fluid or oilTighten nuts and bolts on chassis
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1Reset the oil replacement reminder light ( MAINT REQD) or the messageOIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED on the
multi-information display after engine oil replacement.
2Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated.3Refer to Engine Coolant in the Explanation of Maintenance Items section in the back of this guide for more information.4Includes operating on roads which road salt has been applied.5Maintenance services of spark plugs are required under the terms of the Emissions Control Warranty.6Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.7Check for tappet noise and engine vibration and adjust if necessary, 1GR-FE engine only.

2008 Scheduled Maintenance GuideTACOMA
The following descriptions are provided to give you a better understanding of the maintenance
items that should be performed on your vehicle. The scheduled maintenance log indicates at
which mileage/time intervals each item should be performed. Please note that many
maintenance items should be performed only by a qualified technician.
For further information on maintenance items you can perform yourself, see the
 Vehicle Maintenance and Careand Do-It-Yourself Maintenance sections of the
Owner’s Manual.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID OR MANUAL TRANSMISSION OIL
Inspect or replace at specified intervals. When performing inspections, check each component
for signs of leakage. If you discover any leakage, have it repaired by a qualified technician
immediately.
BALL JOINTS AND DUST COVERS
Check the suspension and steering linkage ball joints for looseness and damage. Check all dust
covers for deterioration and damage. Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts. A qualified
technician should perform these operations.
BRAKE LINES AND HOSES
Visually inspect for proper installation. Check for chafing, cracks, deterioration and signs of
leakage. Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts. A qualified technician should perform these
operations.
BRAKE LININGS/DRUMS AND BRAKE PADS/DISCS
Check the brake linings (shoes) and drums for scoring, burning, fluid leakage, broken parts and
excessive wear. Check the pads for excessive wear and the discs for runout, excessive wear and
fluid leakage. Replace any deteriorated or damaged parts. A qualified technician should perform
these operations.
CABIN AIR FILTER
Replace at specified intervals. Driving in heavy traffic, on dirt roads or in urban, desert or dusty
areas may shorten filter’s life. More frequent replacement may be necessary.
DRIVE BELTS
Inspect for cracks, excessive wear and 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 for cracks, deterioration and damage. Replace any
deteriorated or damaged parts and, if necessary, repack the grease. 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.
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2008 Tacoma Scheduled Maintenance Guide
ENGINE COOLANT
Drain the cooling system and refill with an ethylene-glycol type coolant. Inspect hoses and
connections for corrosion and leaks. Tighten connections and replace parts when necessary. A
qualified technician should perform these operations. (For further details, refer to Radiator,
Condenser and Hoses in the Vehicle Maintenance and Care section of the
Owner’s Manual).
NOTE:
Your Toyota is equipped with Genuine Toyota Super Long-Life Coolant. The replacement
intervals for engine coolant recommended in this booklet are based on replacement
with Genuine Toyota Super Long-Life Coolant or similar high-quality non-silicate,
non-amine, non-borate ethylene-glycol coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid
technology (i.e., a combination of low phosphates and organic acids). If another type of
ethylene-glycol coolant is used, replacement intervals may be different.
ENGINE OIL AND 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 tappet noise and engine vibration and adjust if necessary. A qualified 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.
FRONT OR REAR DIFFERENTIAL OIL
Inspect or replace at specified intervals. When performing inspections, check each component
for signs of leakage. If you discover any leakage, have it repaired by a qualified technician
immediately.
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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2008 Scheduled Maintenance GuideTACOMA
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 perform this operation.
RADIATOR AND CONDENSER
Inspect for debris, corrosion and signs of damage. Have any problem repaired immediately by a
qualified technician.
SPARK PLUGS
Replace at specified intervals. Install new plugs 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 immediately 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.
TIRE ROTATION
Tires should be rotated according to the instructions in theOwner’s Manual. When rotating
tires, check for damage and uneven wear. Replace if necessary.
TRANSFER CASE OIL
Inspect or replace at specified intervals. When performing inspections, check for signs of
leakage. If you discover any leakage, have it repaired by a qualified technician immediately.
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KEEP IT GENUINE
Stick with the kind of parts your Toyota was
built with — Genuine Toyota Parts!
Genuine Toyota Parts are manufactured
specifi cally for your year and model Toyota.
They’re just like the parts your vehicle was built
with, so they’re the best choice in terms of fi t,
performance and overall quality.
You can get additional details about
specifi c Genuine Toyota Parts at
www.ToyotaOwnersOnline.com. To purchase
the parts you need for do-it-yourself jobs, call
your Toyota dealer for availability.
For your convenience, scheduled maintenance
information for your vehicle is also available at
www.ToyotaOwnersOnline.com
You can use the information located on this web
site to determine when your Toyota requires
servicing. Once in the scheduled maintenance
guide section, simply select your vehicle’s
model, year and current maintenance interval.
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