automatic transmission fluid TOYOTA TACOMA 2010 Owners Manual (in English)

357 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
ItemsParts and tools
Light bulbs (P. 408)• Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Conventional wrench
Power steering fluid level
(P. 372)• Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON
® II or III
• Rag or paper towel
Radiator and condenser
(P. 370)
Tire inflation pressure (P. 386)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid (P. 376)• Water
• Washer fluid containing antifreeze
(for winter use)

373 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Hot: Vehicle has been driven around 50 mph (80 km/h) for 20
minutes, or slightly longer in frigid temperatures. (Fluid
temperature, 104°F - 175°F [40°C - 80°C])
Cold: Engine has not been run for about 5 hours. (Room tem-
perature, 32°F - 104°F [0°C - 40°C])
4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE) engine
Full (when cold)
Add fluid (when cold)
Full (when hot)
Add fluid (when hot)
Hot: Vehicle has been driven around 50 mph (80 km/h) for 20
minutes, or slightly longer in frigid temperatures. (Fluid
temperature, 140°F - 175°F [60°C - 80°C])
Cold: Engine has not been run for about 5 hours. (Room tem-
perature, 50°F - 85°F [10°C - 30°C])
■Checking the fluid level
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
Clean all dirt off the reservoir.
Remove the cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinstall and remove the reservoir cap again.
Check the fluid level.
Fluid type Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
Items Rag or paper towel

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When trouble arises
433 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system;
• The passenger airbag off switch (Access Cab mod-
els); or
• The seat belt pretensioner system.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system.
Slip indicator
The indicator comes on to indicate a malfunction in:
• The VSC;
• The TRAC;
• The active traction control system (if equipped);
• The AUTO LSD system;
• The downhill assist control system (if equipped); or
• The hill-start assist control system (if equipped).
(if equipped)Automatic transmission fluid temperature warn-
ing light
Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid tem-
perature is too high.
Warning lightWarning light/Details

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When trouble arises
461 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Starting the engine when the battery is discharged (vehicles with an
automatic transmission)
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
■Avoiding a discharged battery
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is turned
off.
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is run-
ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
CAUTION
■Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the battery.
●Make sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it
is not unintentionally in contact with any part other than the intended termi-
nal.
●Do not allow the jumper cables to come into contact with the “+” and “-” ter-
minals.
●Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near
the battery.
■Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while
related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following pre-
cautions when handling the battery.
●When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care
not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing
or the vehicle body.
●Do not lean over the battery.
●In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention
can be received.

481 6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Automatic transmission
4-speed models
5-speed models
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary,
contact your Toyota dealer.
Fluid capacity *10.8 qt. (10.2 L, 9.0 Imp.qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF Type T-IV
Fluid capacity *
Vehicles without towing package
11.3 qt. (10.7 L, 9.4 Imp.qt.)
Vehicles with towing package
11.5 qt. (10.9 L, 9.6 Imp.qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type (4-speed models)
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF Type T-
IV” may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission
accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic
transmission of your vehicle.
■Automatic transmission fluid type (5-speed models)
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS”
may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission
accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic
transmission of your vehicle.

484 6-1. Specifications
Steering
Tires and wheels
Type A
*: If you affix the spare tire to a front position, please make sure to adjust
the tire to the correct inflation pressure as soon as possible.
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or
III
Tire size P215/70R15 97S
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)Front tires:
30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Rear tires:
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare tire
*:
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Driving at high speeds above 100 mph
(160 km/h) (in countries where such
speeds are permitted by law)
Add 3 psi (20 kPa, 0.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar) to
the front tires and rear tires. Never
exceed the maximum cold tire inflation
pressure indicated on the tire sidewall.
Wheel size 15  6 J, 15  6 JJ
Wheel nut torque 85 ft·lbf (113 N·m, 11.5 kgf·m)

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................. 228
ABS ........................................... 191
Access doors .............................39
Accessory meter ...................... 163
Active traction control
system .................................... 181
Air conditioning filter............... 393
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter .............. 393
Manual air conditioning
system ................................ 228
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions.....86
Airbag precautions for your
child ......................................92
Airbag warning light............... 433
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions..............................87
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ...........................91
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........... 100
General airbag precautions .....91
Locations of airbags ................83
Modification and disposal of
airbags ..................................95
Passenger airbag off
switch ....................................96
Proper driving posture .......81, 91
Roll sensing of curtain shield
airbag off switch .................... 98
Side airbag operating
conditions..............................87
Side airbag precautions ..........91
SRS airbags ............................83
Antenna..................................... 241
Anti-lock brake system
ABS warning light .................. 433
Anti-lock brake system .......... 191
Audio input ............................... 263
Audio remote controls............. 265
Audio system
Antenna................................. 241Audio input ............................ 263
AUX adapter ......................... 263
CD player .............................. 245
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 251
Optimal use ........................... 259
Portable music player ........... 263
Radio..................................... 239
Steering wheel audio
switch.................................. 265
Sub woofer ............................ 262
Type ...................................... 236
AUTO LSD system ................... 183
Automatic light off system...... 165
Automatic limited slip
differential .............................. 183
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission ......... 150
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 457
AUX adapter ............................. 263
Auxiliary box .... 302, 307, 324, 325
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 414
Wattage................................. 487
Back window .............................. 73
Battery
Charging system warning
light ..................................... 432
Checking ............................... 374
If the vehicle battery is
discharged .......................... 459
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 209
Bluetooth
®................................ 272
Bottle holders................... 302, 306
Brake assist.............................. 191
Brakes
Brake system warning buzzer
............ 182, 184, 189, 194, 431
Brake system warning light ... 431
Fluid ...................................... 370
Parking brake ........................ 157
A
B

525 Alphabetical index
Tail lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 417
Switch ................................... 164
Wattage ................................ 487
Talk switch ............................... 273
Telephone switch .................... 273
Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system..... 78
Tire inflation pressure ............ 484
Tire information
Glossary ............................... 496
Size ...................................... 493
Tire identification number ..... 492
Uniform tire quality grading .. 494
Tires
Chains .................................. 210
Checking .............................. 378
If you have a flat tire ............. 440
Identification number ............ 492
Inflation pressure .................. 484
Inflation pressure sensor ...... 379
Information ........................... 491
Replacing ..................... 378, 440
Rotating tires ........................ 378
Size ...................................... 484
Snow tires............................. 211
Spare tire .............................. 440
Tire pressure warning
reset switch ........................ 380
Tire pressure warning
system........................ 378, 436
Warning light ........................ 434
Tools......................................... 440
Total load capacity .................. 207
Towing
Bumper towing ..................... 218
Dinghy towing ....................... 226
Emergency towing ................ 421
Fifth wheel trailer .................. 218
Trailer towing ........................ 213
Traction control ....................... 191
TRAC ........................................ 191
Trip meter................................. 158Turn signal lights
Lever .....................................156
Replacing light
bulbs ...........................413, 414
Switch....................................156
Wattage .................................487
Valet key .....................................30
Vanity mirrors...........................311
Vehicle identification
number ...................................473
Vehicle stability control...........191
VSC............................................191
Warning buzzers
Key reminder .........................435
Brake system ........................431
Seat belt reminder .................434
Warning lights
ABS .......................................433
Airbag system .......................433
Anti-lock brake system ..........433
Automatic transmission fluid
temperature ........................433
Brake system ........................431
Charging system ...................432
Driver’s seat belt ...................434
Electronic engine control
system ................................432
Engine oil replacement..........435
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........... 433
Front passenger’s seat belt ...434
Low brake fluid ......................431
Low engine oil pressure ........432
Low fuel level ........................434
Low tire inflation pressure .....434
Malfunction indicator lamp ....432
Open door .............................434
Seat belt ................................434
Seat belt pretensioner
system ................................433
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529 What to do if...
■Warning lights
P. 431 P. 433
P. 432 P. 433
P. 432 P. 434
P. 432 P. 434
P. 434
or
P. 4 3 3P. 434
P. 4 3 5P. 434
*: Slip indicator comes on.P. 4 3 3
Brake system warning
light
Charging system warning
light
Low engine oil pressure
warning light
Malfunction indicator
lamp
ABS warning lightLow fuel level warning
light
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light
Engine oil replacement
reminder light
SRS warning light
Slip indicator*
Open door warning light
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
Tire pressure warning
light
Automatic transmission
fluid temperature
warning light