ECO mode TOYOTA TUNDRA 2001 Owner's Guide

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If towing is necessary, we recommend
you have it done by your Toyota dealer
or a commercial tow truck service. In
consultation with them, have your ve-
hicle towed using either (a) or (b).
Only when you cannot receive a towing
service from a Toyota dealer or com-
mercial tow truck service, tow your ve-
hicle carefully in accordance with the
instructions given in ªÐEmergency tow-
ingº in this section.
Proper equipment will help ensure that
your vehicle is not damaged while being
towed. Commercial operators are generally
aware of the state/provincial and local
laws pertaining to towing.
Your vehicle can be damaged if it is
towed incorrectly. Although most operators
know the correct procedure, it is possible
to make a mistake. To avoid damage to
your vehicle, make sure the following pre-
cautions are observed. If necessary, show
this page to the tow truck driver.
TOWING PRECAUTIONS:
Use a safety chain system for all towing,
and abide by the state/provincial and local
laws. The wheels and axle on the ground
must be in good condition. If they are
damaged, use a towing dolly. Two±wheel drive modelsÐ
(a) Towing with wheel lift type truck
From frontÐ

Manual transmission:
We recommend using a towing dolly under
the rear wheels. If you do not use a tow-
ing dolly, release the parking brake and
put the transmission in neutral.

Automatic transmission:
Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels.
NOTICE
Never tow a vehicle with an automatic transmission from the front with therear wheels on the ground, as thismay cause serious damage to the
transmission.
From rearÐ Place the ignition key in the
ªACCº position.
NOTICE
When lifting wheels, take care to
ensure adequate ground clearancefor towing at the opposite end ofthe raised vehicle. Otherwise, the
bumper and/or underbody of thetowed vehicle will be damaged dur-ing towing.
Do not tow with the key removed orin the ªLOCKº position, as thesteering lock mechanism is not
strong enough to hold the frontwheels straight while towing.
(b) Using flat bed truck
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Four±wheel drive modelsÐ
(a) Towing with wheel lift type truck
From frontÐ

Manual transmission:
We recommend using a towing dolly under
the rear wheels. If you do not use a tow-
ing dolly, release the parking brake, put
the transmission in neutral and set the
transfer in ªH2º mode.

Automatic transmission:
Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels.
NOTICE
Never tow a vehicle with an automatic transmission from the front with therear wheels on the ground, as thismay cause serious damage to the
transmission.
From rearÐ We recommend using a tow-
ing dolly under the front wheels. If you do
not use a towing dolly, place the ignition
key in the ªACCº position, put the trans-
mission in neutral and set the transfer in
ªH2º (lever type) or ª2WDº (button type)
mode.
NOTICE
Do not tow with the key removed or
in the ªLOCKº position when towingfrom the rear without a towing dolly.The steering lock mechanism is not
strong enough to hold the frontwheels straight.
(b) Using flat bed truck
(c) Towing with sling type truck
All modelsÐ
(c) Towing with sling type truck
NOTICE
Do not tow with sling type truck, ei-
ther from the front or rear. This maycause body damage.
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If towing is necessary, we recommend
you to have it done by your Toyota
dealer or a commercial tow truck ser-
vice.
If towing service is not available in an
emergency, your vehicle may be tempo-
rarily towed by a cable or chain se-
cured to one of the emergency towing
eyelets under the front of the vehicle.
Use extreme caution when towing the
vehicle.
NOTICE
Only use specified towing eyelet;
otherwise your vehicle may be dam-aged.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer
it and operate the brakes.
Towing in this manner may be done only
on hard±surfaced roads for a short dis-
tance and at low speeds. Also, the
wheels, axles, drive train, steering and
brakes must all be in good condition.
CAUTION
Use extreme caution when towing the
vehicle. Avoid sudden starts or errat-
ic driving maneuvers which would
place excessive stress on the emer-
gency towing eyelet and towing cable
or chain. The eyelet and towing cable
or chain may break and cause serious
injury or damage.
NOTICE
Use only a cable or chain specifically
intended for use in towing vehicles.Securely fasten the cable or chain tothe towing eyelet provided.
Before towing, release the parking brake
and put the transmission in neutral (manu-
al) or ªNº (automatic). The key must be
in ªACCº (engine off) or ªONº (engine run-
ning).
CAUTION
If the engine is not running, the pow-
er assist for the brakes and steering
will not work so steering and braking
will be much harder than usual.
ÐEmergency towing
(two±wheel drive models
without off±road p ackage)
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If towing is necessary, we recommend
you to have it done by your Toyota
dealer or a commercial tow truck ser-
vice.
If towing service is not available in an
emergency, your vehicle may be tempo-
rarily towed by a cable or chain se-
cured to the emergency towing hook
under the front of the vehicle. Use ex-
treme caution when towing the vehicle.
NOTICE
Only use specified towing hook;
otherwise your vehicle may be dam-aged.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer
it and operate the brakes.
Towing in this manner may be done only
on hard±surfaced roads for a short dis-
tance and at low speeds. Also, the
wheels, axles, drive train, steering and
brakes must all be in good condition.
CAUTION
Use extreme caution when towing the
vehicle. Avoid sudden starts or errat-
ic driving maneuvers which would
place excessive stress on the emer-
gency towing hook and towing cable
or chain. The hook and towing cable
or chain may break and cause serious
injury or damage.
NOTICE
Use only a cable or chain specifically
intended for use in towing vehicles.Securely fasten the cable or chain tothe towing hook provided.
Before towing, release the parking brake,
put the transmission in neutral (manual) or
ªNº (automatic) and set the transfer in
ªH2º (lever type) or ª2WDº (button type)
mode. The key must be in ªACCº (engine
off) or ªONº (engine running).
CAUTION
If the engine is not running, the pow-
er assist for the brakes and steering
will not work so steering and braking
will be much harder than usual.
ÐEmergency towing (four±wheel
drive models and two±wheel drive
models with off±road package)
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ENGINE LUBRICATION
Oil capacity (drain and ref ill), L (qt., Imp.
qt.):
5VZ±FE engineWith filter 5.2 (5.5, 4.6)
Without filter 4.9 (5.2, 4.3)
2UZ±FE engine With filter 6.2 (6.5, 5.5)
Without filter 5.7 (6.0, 5.0)
Oil grade: API grade SJ, ªEnergy±Conservingº or
ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recom-
mended.
Recommended oil viscosity (SAE):
5W-30 Preferred
Temperature range anticipated before
next oil change
COOLING SYSTEM
Total capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): With manual transmission 10.0 (10.6, 8.8)
With automatic transmission 5VZ±FE engine 9.9 (10.5, 8.7)
2UZ±FE engine 11.6 (12.3, 10.2)
Coolant type: ªTOYOTA Long Life Coolantº or equiva-
lent
With ethylene±glycol type coolant for a
proper corrosion protection of aluminum
components
Do not use alcohol type antifreeze or
plain water alone.
BATTERY
Open voltage
* at 20
C (68
F):
12.6Ð12.8 V Fully charged
12.2Ð12.4 V Half charged
11.8Ð12.0 V Discharged
*: Voltage that is checked 20 minutes af- ter the key is removed with all the
lights turned off
Charging rates: 5 A max. CLUTCH
Pedal free play, mm (in.):
5Ð15 (0.2Ð0.6)
Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): Two±wheel drive models 2.6 (2.7, 2.3)
Four±wheel drive models
2.2 (2.3, 1.9)
Oil type: Gear oil API GL±4 or GL±5
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 75W±90
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Fluid capacity (drain and ref ill), L (qt.,
Imp. qt.): Up to 2.0 (2.1, 1.8)
Fluid type: Automatic transmission fluid D±II or
DEXRON III (DEXRON II)
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TRANSFER
Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):
1.0 (1.1, 0.9)
Oil type: Gear oil API GL±4 or GL±5
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 75W±90
DIFFERENTIAL
Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): Front1.15 (1.2, 1.0)
Rear
Two±wheel drive models3.80 (4.0, 3.3)
Four±wheel drive models 3.50 (3.7, 3.1)
Oil type: Hypoid gear oil API GL±5
Recommended oil viscosity: Front SAE 75W±90
Rear Above ±18
C (0
F)
SAE 90
Below ±18
C (0
F)
SAE 80W or 80W±90 CHASSIS LUBRICATION
Propeller shafts:
Spiders and slide yokesLithium base chassis grease, NLGI
No.2
Double cardan joint Molybdenum±disulfide lithium base
chassis grease, NLGI No.2
BRAKES
Minimum pedal clearance when depressed
with the force of 490 N (50 kgf, 110 lbf)
with the engine running, mm (in.): 95 (3.7)
Pedal free play, mm (in.): 1Ð6 (0.04Ð0.24)
Pad wear limit, mm (in.): 1.0 (0.04)
Lining wear limit, mm (in.): 1.0 (0.04)
Parking brake adjustment: Pedal typeÐwhen depressed with the
force of 294 N (30 kgf, 66.1 lbf)5Ð8 clicks
Lever typeÐwhen pulled with the force
of 196 N (20 kgf, 44 lbf) 4Ð12 clicks
Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 STEERING
Wheel free play:
Less than 30 mm (1.2 in.)
Power steering fluid type: Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON II
or III
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ÐCenter of gravity location
Recommended location
for cargo center of
gravity for cargo weight
rating Rear end of truck bed
The figures given in the illustration indi-
cate the recommended center of gravity
zone.
A: 1190 mm (46.9 in.)
B: 1062 mm (41.8 in.)
CAUTION
If a load is too far back, it can cause
dangerous handling. If it is too far
forward, the front axle may be over-
loaded.
Camper center of gravity
Recommended center of
gravity location zone
CARGO WEIGHT RATING
Standard cab models
3 people, V6, 2WD 453 kg (1000 lb.)
3 people, V6, 4WD 340 kg (750 lb.)
3 people, V8, 4WD 589 kg (1300 lb.)Access cab models
5 people, V6, 2WD, Manual transmission
340 kg (750 lb.)
6 people, V6, 2WD, Automatic transmission 226 kg (500 lb.)
5 people, V6, 4WD, Manual transmission 362 kg (800 lb.)
6 people, V6, 4WD, Automatic transmission 249 kg (550 lb.)
6 people, V8, 2WD 385 kg (850 lb.)
6 people, V8, 4WD 181 kg (400 lb.)
When the truck is used to carry a slide±in
camper, the total cargo load of the truck
consists of the manufacturer 's camper
weight figure, the weight of installed addi-
tional camper equipment not included in
the manufacturer 's camper weight figure,
the weight of camper cargo, and the
weight of passengers in the camper.
ÐCargo weight rating and
proper matching
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The total cargo load should not exceed
the truck's cargo weight rating and the
camper 's center of gravity should fall with-
in the truck's recommended center of
gravity zone when installed.
CAUTION
Be carefulÐoverloading can cause
dangerous braking and handling prob-
lems, and can damage your vehicle
and its tires.
Gross axle weight rating
Front GAWR Rear GAWR
Secure loose items to prevent weight
shifts that could affect the balance of your
vehicle. When the truck camper is loaded,
drive to a scale and weigh on the front
and on the rear wheels separately to de-
termine axle loads. Individual axle loads
should not exceed either of the Gross
Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR). The total of
the axle loads should not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).
These ratings are given on the vehicle
Certification Label which is located on the
door latch post on the left side of the
vehicle. See ªYour Toyota's identificationº
in Section 2 for the Certification Label
location. If weight ratings are exceeded,
move or remove items to bring all weights
below the ratings.
Gross vehicle weight rating
Not exceed GVWR
GAWRFront 1433 kg (3160 lb.)
RearStandard cab models
V6 1578 kg (3480 lb.)
V8 1705 kg (3760 lb.)
Access cab models
V6SR5 grade 1578 kg (3480 lb.)
Limited grade
1796 kg (3960 lb.)
V8 SR5 grade 1705 kg (3760 lb.)
Limited grade 1796 kg (3960 lb.)
ÐGross axle and vehicle
weight ratings
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