oil level TOYOTA TACOMA 2020 Owners Manual (in English)

TABLE OF CONTENTS6
8-1. SpecificationsMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .......... 532
Fuel information ................ 546
Tire information ................. 549
8-2. Customization Customizable features ...... 560
8-3. Items to initialize Items to initialize................ 567
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ........................ 570
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ............................... 571
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) .............................. 573
Camper information ................... 581 What to do if...
(Troubleshooting) ..................... 588
Alphabetical index ...................... 592
8Vehicle specifications
9For owners
Index
For vehicles with a navigation s ystem or a multimedia system, r efer
to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MAN-
UAL” for information regarding the equipment listed below.
• Navigation system
• Audio system• Hands-free system
(for cellular phone)
• Rear view monitor system

942. Instrument cluster
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position(vehicles without a smart key system) or IGNITION ON mode (vehi cles
with a smart key system) to indicate that a system check is being per-
formed. They will turn off after the engine is started, or after a few seconds.
There may be a malfunction in a system if the lights do not com e on, or if
the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
for details.
*1, 3, 5PCS warning light
( P. 477)*4
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light
(P. 484)
*2, 4, 5
(Yellow)
LDA indicator ( P. 477)
*4
(Canada)
ABS warning light
(P. 484)
*4
(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning
light ( P. 482)
*2, 4
Slip indicator ( P. 484)
*4
(Canada)
Brake system warning
light (P. 482)
*4, 5Tire pressure warning
light (P. 484)
*4Automatic transmission
fluid temperature warn-
ing light ( P. 483)*4Brake Override System/
Drive-Start Control warn-
ing light
(P. 485, 486, 496)
*4High engine coolant tem-
perature warning light
(P. 483)*4Low engine oil level
warning light ( P. 485)
*4Low engine oil pressure
warning light ( P. 483)*4
(Canada
only)
Low windshield washer
fluid warning light
(P. 486)
*4
Charging system warn-
ing light ( P. 483)

4056-2. Maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
General maintenance
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be
performed at the intervals specified in the “Owner’s Warranty
Information Booklet” or “Own er’s Manual Supplement/Sched-
uled Maintenance Guide”. It is recommended that any problem
you notice should be brought to the attention of your Toyota
dealer or qualified s ervice shop for advice.
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
BatteryCheck the connections. (P. 422)
Brake fluidIs the brake fluid at the correct level? ( P. 419)
Engine coolantIs the engine coolant at the correct level? (P. 417)
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the correct level? (P. 415)
Exhaust systemThere should not be any fumes or strange sounds.
Power steering fluidIs the power steering fluid at correct level?
(P. 420)
Radiator/condenserThe radiator and condenser should be free from for-
eign objects. ( P. 419)
Washer fluidIs there sufficient washer fluid? (P. 424)

4096-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
Do-it-yourself ser vice precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the
correct procedure as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
Battery condition
(  P. 422)• Warm water• Baking soda• Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level
( P. 419)• FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid)
Engine coolant
level ( P. 417)
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high
quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-
amine, non-nitrite and non-borate coolant with long-
life hybrid organic acid technology
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with
50% coolant and 50% deionized water.
For Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with
55% coolant and 45% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding coolant)
Engine oil level
(  P. 415)• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses
( P. 446)• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Light bulbs
( P. 449)
• Bulb with same number and wattage rating as origi-
nal
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver• Wrench
Power steering
fluid level

(
P. 420)
• Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding power steering fluid)
Radiator and
condenser
(
P. 419)

Tire inflation
pressure
(  P. 434)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
( P. 424)• Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for win-
ter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)

4136-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
Engine compartment
2TR-FE engine
Washer fluid tank (P. 424)
Radiator cap
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 417)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 416)
Power steering fluid reservoir ( P. 420) Engine oil level dipstick
( P. 415)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 419)
Fuse box ( P. 446)
Battery ( P. 422)
Condenser ( P. 419)
Radiator ( P. 419)1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11

4146-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
2GR-FKS engine
Washer fluid tank (P. 424)
Power steering fluid reservoir ( P. 420)
Radiator cap
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 415)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 417) Engine oil filler cap (
P. 416)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 419)
Fuse box ( P. 446)
Battery ( P. 422)
Condenser ( P. 419)
Radiator ( P. 419)1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11

4156-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level ground. After warming up the engine
and turning it off, wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to dra in
back into the bottom of the engine.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end,
pull the dipstick out and
check the oil level.
Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick
may differ depending on the
type of vehicle or engine.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
Engine oil
1
2
2TR-FE engine2GR-FKS engine
3
4
5
1
2
3
6

4166-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near the low level mark, add engine oil of
the same type as that a lready in the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed
before adding oil. Remove the oil fille r cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
■Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the following
situations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may ne ed to be
refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.
● When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing t he vehicle or
after replacing the engine
● If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
● When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, when t owing, or
when driving while accelerating or decelerating frequently
● When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently
through heavy traffic
2TR-FE engine2GR-FKS engine
Engine oil selection P. 537
Oil quantity
(Low  Full) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp.qt.)
Items
Clean funnel
1
2
3

4176-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” a nd “LOW”
lines on the reservoir when the engine is cold.
Reservoir cap
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
If the level is on or below the
“LOW” line, add coolant up to
the “FULL” line. ( P. 527)
WARNING
■Used engine oil
● Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation and skin cancer, so care
should be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used
engine oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
● Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground.
Call your Toyota dealer, service station or auto parts store fo r information
concerning recycling or disposal.
● Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
■ When replacing the engine oil
● Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
● Avoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
● Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
● Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.
Engine coolant
1
2
3

4857-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control sys-
tem.Press the “ON-OFF” button once to deactivate
the system, and then press the button again to
reactivate the system.
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the dynamic radar
cruise control system.
Press the “ON-OFF” button once to deactivate
the system, and then press the button again to
reactivate the system.
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
Indicates a malfunction in the Brake Override
System. A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately.
(2GR-FKS engine only)
Indicates that the engine oil level is low.
A buzzer also sounds.
 Check the level of engine oil, and add if
necessary.
This message may appear if the vehicle is
stopped on a slope.
Move the vehicle to a level surface and
check to see if the message disappears.
Warning messageDetails/Actions