suspension TOYOTA tC 2012 Warranties & Maintenance Guides (in English)

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T
he following descriptions are
provided to give you a better
underst anding 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 Care” and
“Do-It-Yourself Maintenance”
sections of the
Owner’s Manual.
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.
Differential Oil
Inspect 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.
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.
EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS
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Engine Oil and Oil 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.
NOTE: Your vehicle is certified with
Genuine Toyota 0W20 motor oil. For
VEHICLES CERTIFIED FOR 0W20 motor
oil, the oil change interval is
10,000 miles or 12 months IF 0W20
MOTOR OIL IS BEING USED. If 0W20 is
not available, 5W20 mineral oil may be
used. However, it must be replaced at A
5,000 miles or 6 month INTERVAL with
0W20 motor oil.
For customers who primarily drive their
vehicle under any of the listed Special
Operating Conditions , the motor oil
and filter should be replaced at
5,000 miles or 6 months, REGARDLESS
OF THE OIL USED (OR CERTIFICATION
OF THE VEHICLE).
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.
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.
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.
EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS
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