power steering fluid TOYOTA TACOMA 2013 Owners Manual (in English)

324
4-2. Maintenance
General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Battery Maintenance-free. ( P. 346)
Brake fluid At the correct level? ( P. 342)
Engine coolant At the correct level? ( P. 340)
Engine oil At the correct level? ( P. 336)
Exhaust system No fumes or strange sounds?
Power steering fluid At the correct level? ( P. 344)
Radiator/condenser/hoses Not blocked with foreign matter?
(P. 342)
Washer fluid At the correct level? (P. 348)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supp lement”. It is recommended that
any problem you notice should be brought to the attention of your
Toyota dealer or qualified service shop for advice.

329
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
ItemsParts and tools
Light bulbs ( P. 382)• Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Conventional wrench
Power steering fluid level (P. 344) • Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON
® II or III
• Rag or paper towel
Radiator and condenser (P. 342) 
Tire inflation pressure (
P. 359) • Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
(P. 348) • Water
• Washer fluid containing antifreeze
(for winter use)

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Engine compar tment
2.7 L 4-cylinder (2TR-FE) engine
Washer fluid tank (P. 348)
Radiator cap
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 340)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 337)
Power steering fluid reservoir ( P. 344)Engine oil level dipstick
( P. 336)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 342)
Fuse box ( P. 372)
Battery ( P. 346)
Condenser ( P. 342)
Radiator ( P. 342)

335
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE) engine
Washer fluid tank (
P. 348)
Power steering fluid reservoir ( P. 344)
Radiator cap
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 336)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 340)Engine oil filler cap
( P. 337)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 342)
Fuse box ( P. 372)
Battery ( P. 346)
Condenser ( P. 342)
Radiator ( P. 342)

344 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Power steering fluid■ Fluid level
The fluid level should be within the appropriate range.
2.7 L 4-cylinder (2TR-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, 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])

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
■
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
CAUTION
■Checking the fluid level
Take care, as the reservoir may be hot.
NOTICE
■When adding fluid
Avoid overfilling, or the power steering may be damaged.
■ After replacing the reservoir cap
Check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or
damage.

462 6-1. Specifications
Steering
Tires and wheelsType A
*: If you affix the spare tire to a front position, please make sure to adjust the tire to the correct inflatio n pressure as soon as possible.
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid type Automatic 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 co ld tire inflation
pressure indicated on the tire sidewall.
Wheel size 15  6 J, 15  6 JJ
Wheel nut torque 83 ft·lbf (113 N·m, 11.5 kgf·m)

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Alphabetical index
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding .............. 73
Outside temperature display ................................... 272
Overhead console ................... 268
Overheating, Engine ............... 437
Parking brake .......................... 152
Personal lights ........................ 260
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 387
Switch ................................... 162
Wattage ................................ 466
Pole antenna ............................ 256
Power outlet..................... 277, 278
Power steering Fluid...................................... 344
Power windows ......................... 76
Radiator............................ 334, 342
Rear seat Adjustment ............................. 52
Folding down .......................... 53
Raising the bottom cushion................................. 52
Rear side marker lights Replacing light bulbs .... 388, 391
Switch ................................... 162
Wattage ................................ 466
Rear turn signal lights
Lever .................................... 151
Replacing light bulbs ............ 388
Switch ................................... 151
Wattage ................................ 466
Rear view monitor system Before removing the
tailgate ................................. 42
Rear view monitor system................................ 176
Rear window .............................. 78 Replacing
Fuses ....................................372
Light bulbs .............................382
Tires ..............................350, 413
Wheels ..................................364
Wireless remote control
battery .................................370
Rear differential lock
system ....................................192
Rear step bumper ......................45
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ............................488
Reset the maintenance data .........................................323
Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off switch ..................100
Seat belts Adjustment ..............................61
ALR .........................................63
Automatic Locking Retractor ...............................63
Child restraint system installation ...........................110
Cleaning and maintaining......320
ELR .........................................63
Emergency Locking Retractor ...............................63
How to wear your seat belt......61
How your child should wear the seat belt ..........................63
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use .........................63
Reminder buzzer ...................406
Reminder light .......................406
Seat belt extenders .................64
Seat belt pretensioners ...........62
Seat heaters..............................284
Seating capacity.......................215
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