TOYOTA TACOMA 2021 Owners Manual (in English)

5418-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Cooling system
Capacity
2TR-FE
engine
Vehicles with an automatic transmission
9.1 qt. (8.6 L, 7.6 Imp.qt.)
Vehicles with a manual transmission
9.2 qt. (8.7 L, 7.7 Imp.qt.)
2GR-FKS
engine
Vehicles with an automatic transmission
11.1 qt. (10.5 L, 9.2 Imp.qt.)
Vehicles with a manual transmission
10.8 qt. (10.2 L, 9.0 Imp.qt.)
Coolant typeUse either of the following.
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-
based non-silicate, non-amine, non-
nitrite, and non-borate coolant with
long-life hybrid organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
Spark plug
Make2TR-FE engine
DENSO FK20HR-A8
2GR-FKS engine
DENSO FK20HBR8
Gap0.031 in. (0.8 mm)
NOTICE
■ Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark pl ug gap.

5428-1. Specifications
*1: Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at
the factory. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or
an equivalent oil of matching quality to satisfy the above specification.
Please contact your Toyota dealer for further details.
*2: Except for GRN330L-PRTSHA, GRN330L-PRTLHA, GRN310L-PRTSHA and GRN310L-PRTLHA models
*6 without rear differential lock system
*3: For GRN330L-PRTSHA, GRN330L -PRTLHA, GRN310L-PRTSHA and
GRN310L-PRTLHA models
*6 without rear differential lock system
*4: Except for GRN330L-PRTSHA, GRN330L-PRTLHA, GRN310L-PRTSHA and GRN310L-PRTLHA models
*6 with rear differential lock system
*5: For GRN330L-PRTSHA and GRN310L-PRTSHA models*6 with rear differ-
ential lock system
*6: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. ( P. 537)
Electrical system
Battery
Open voltage at 68F
(20 C):
12.3V or higher
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the engine
and all lights are turned off.
After charging the battery, turn on the high beam
headlights for 30 seconds with the engine switch
to the “LOCK” position [vehicles without a smart
key system] or off [vehicles with a smart key sys-
tem], and turn the headlights off.)
Charging rates5 A max.
Differential
Oil capacity
(Reference)
Front (4WD models) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp.qt.)
Rear
Vehicles with an automatic trans-
mission
3.1 qt. (2.9 L, 2.6 Imp.qt.)
*2
3.22 qt. (3.05 L, 2.68 Imp.qt.)*3
4.0 qt. (3.8 L, 3.3 Imp.qt.)*4
4.2 qt. (4.0 L, 3.5 Imp.qt.)*5
Vehicles with a manual transmis-
sion
4.0 qt. (3.8 L, 3.3 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosity*1Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil
LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent

5438-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference.If replacement is necessary, contact your Toyota dealer.
Automatic transmission
Fluid
capacity
*
2TR-FE engine 9.2 qt. (8.7 L, 7.7 Imp.qt.)
2GR-FKS engine 10.6 qt. (10.0 L, 8.8 Imp.qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than the above type may cause ab normal
noise or vibration, or damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Manual transmission
Gear oil capacity (Reference) 2.6 qt. (2.5 L, 2.2 Imp.qt.)
Gear oil type Toyota Genuine Manual Transmis-
sion Gear Oil GL-3 (GL-4) or equiva-
lent
Recommended gear oil viscosity SAE 75W-90
NOTICE
■
Manual transmission gear oil
Please be aware that depending on the particular characteristic s of the gear
oil used or the operating conditions, idle sound, shift feeling and/or fuel effi-
ciency may be different or affected. Toyota recommends to use “ TOYOTA
Genuine Manual Transmission Gear Oil” to achieve optimal perfor mance.
Cluch
Clutch free play0.2 — 0.6 in. (5 — 15 mm)
Fluid typeFMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703

5448-1. Specifications
*: Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Transfer Gear oil LF” at
the factory. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Transfer Gear oil LF” or
an equivalent of matching quality to satisfy the above specific ation. Please
contact your Toyota dealer for further details.
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N,
50 kgf) with the engine running.
*2: Parking brake lever travel when pulled up with a force of 44.9 lbf (200 N,
20.4 kgf).
Transfer (4WD models)
Oil capacity 1.1 qt. (1.0 L, 0.9 Imp.qt.)
Oil type*Toyota Genuine Transfer gear oil LF or
equivalent
Recommended oil viscosity SAE 75W
Brakes
Pedal clearance*1
Vehicles without off-road package:
4.4 in. (111 mm) Min.
Vehicles with off-road package:
3.6 in. (91 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04  0.24 in. (1  6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lever travel*25 — 7 clicks
Fluid type FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
Chassis lubrication
Propeller shaft SpiderLithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III

5458-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Ty p e A
Ty p e B
Tires and wheels
Tire sizeP245/75R16 109S
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold
tire inflation pressure)
Front tires:
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Rear tires:
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare tire:
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size16 × 7 J, 16 × 7 JJ (spare wheel)
Wheel nut torque83 ft·lbf (113 N·m, 11.5 kgf·m)
Tire size265/70R16 112T
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold
tire inflation pressure)
Front tires:
30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Rear tires:
30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare tire:
30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size16 × 7 J, 16 × 7 JJ (spare wheel)
Wheel nut torque83 ft·lbf (113 N·m, 11.5 kgf·m)

5468-1. Specifications
Ty p e C
Tire sizeP265/65R17 110S, P265/60R18 109H,
P245/75R16 109S (spare tire)
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold
tire inflation pressure)
Front tires:
29 psi (200 kPa, 2.0 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Rear tires:
29 psi (200 kPa, 2.0 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare tire:
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size17  7 1/2 J, 18  7 1/2 J,
16  7 JJ (spare wheel)
Wheel nut torque83 ft·lbf (113 N·m, 11.5 kgf·m)

5478-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications*1: If equipped
*2: Bulb type only
*3: Parking lights/daytime running lights are LED type
*4: Vehicles without a cargo lamp
A: H11 halogen bulbs
B: H9 halogen bulbs
C: H16 halogen bulbs
D: Wedge base bulbs (amber) E: Wedge base bulbs (clear)F: Double end bulbs
Light bulbs
Light BulbsBulb No.WTy p e
Exterior Headlights
Low beam
High beam H11
H9 55
65 A
B
Front fog lights
*1
Normal type
Wide angle type H16
H11 19
55C
A
Front side marker lights W5W 5 E
Front turn signal lights/
parking lights
*2/
daytime running lights
*27442NA 28/8 D
Front turn signal lights
*3WY21W 21 D
Stop/tail/rear side marker
lights 7443 21/5 E
Tail/rear turn signal/rear
side marker lights 7443 21/5 E
Back-up lights W16W 16 E
License plate lights W5W 5 E
High mounted stoplight
*4168 5 E
Interior Vanity lights
*17065 5 F
Front personal/interior
lights W5W 5 E
Rear interior light — 8 F

5488-1. Specifications
Fuel information
■Gasoline quality
In very few cases, driveability problems may be caused by the b rand of gaso-
line you are using. If driveability problems persist, try changing the brand of
gasoline. If this does not correct the problem, consult your To yota dealer.
■ Recommendation of the use of gaso line containing detergent additives
● Toyota recommends the use of gasoline that contains detergent a dditives to
avoid the build-up of engine deposits.
● All gasoline sold in the U.S.A. contains minimum detergent addi tives to
clean and/or keep clean intake systems, per EPA’s lowest additi ves concen-
tration program.
● Toyota strongly recommends the use of Top Tier Detergent Gasoli ne. For
more information on Top Tier Detergent Gasoline and a list of m arketers,
please go to the official website www.toptiergas.com.
■ Recommendation of the use of low emissions gasoline
Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol, as well as
reformulated gasolines, are available in some cities. These fue ls are typically
acceptable for use, providing they meet other fuel requirements .
Toyota recommends these fuels, since the formulations allow for reduced
vehicle emissions.
You must only use unleaded gasoline.
Select octane rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher.
Use of unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than 87
may result in engine knocking. Persistent knocking can lead to
engine damage.
At minimum, the gasoline you use should meet the specifications of
ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A..

5498-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
■Non-recommendation of the use of blended gasoline
●If you use gasohol in your vehicle, be sure that it has an octa ne rating no
lower than 87.
● Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methan ol.
■ Non-recommendation of the use of gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains an octane enhancing additive called MMT (Methylcy-
clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline that contains MMT. If fuel
containing MMT is used, your emission control system may be adv ersely
affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the instrument cluster may come on. If this
happens, contact your Toyota dealer for service.
■ If your engine knocks
●Consult your Toyota dealer.
● You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time whi le accelerat-
ing or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
●
Use only gasoline containing up to 15%
ethanol.
DO NOT use any flex-fuel or gasoline
that could contain more than 15% etha-
nol, including from any pump labeled
E30, E50, E85 (which are only some
examples of fuel containing more than
15% ethanol).
DO NOT use gasoline contain-
ing more than 15% ethanol.
(30% ethanol)
(50% ethanol)
(85% ethanol)

5508-1. Specifications
NOTICE
■Notice on fuel quality
● Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used, the engi ne will be
damaged.
● Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s three-way ca talytic
converters causing the emission control system to malfunction.
● Do not use gasohol other than the type previously stated.
Other gasohol may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performan ce
problems.
● Using unleaded gasoline with an octane number or rating lower than the
level previously stated will cause persistent heavy knocking.
At worst, this will lead to engine damage.
■ Fuel-related poor driveability
If poor driveability (poor hot starting, vaporization, engine k nocking, etc.) is
encountered after using a different type of fuel, discontinue the use of that
type of fuel.
■ When refueling with gasohol
Take care not to spill gasohol. It can damage your vehicle’s paint.