What is this thread about:
This thread is for beginners. It contains:
1) A step-by-step guide on how to change your oil.
2) Parts catalog listing all of the fluids and Toyota parts you would ever need (hopefully) to supplement any other fluid maintenance guides.
Why did I post this?
There are many really thorough and well made guides for changing the fluids in the 5th gen 4Runners. However, in all of the guides I have ever looked through, it was either missing the fluids that were used, the Toyota parts needed to follow the guide or the torque specs to make sure newbs like me don't royally... mess things up. I'm not a mechanic or even mechanically inclined, so nothing comes easy for me. I imagine there are others out there with my same lack of expertise.
Disclaimer: I am not a mechanic or even mechanically inclined. PLEASE, before buying anything I list here, go to
Toyota Parts and Accessories - Official Online Store, select your specific 5th gen 4Runner and verify that the part(s) are compatible with your vehicle. Also, I would wait for the veterans of this site to tear me a new one first, as I'm not promising that everything I post here is perfect or will work for your particular vehicle. The information posted here is from a mixture of different resources, including
Toyota Parts and Accessories - Official Online Store, a 2010 Factory Service Manual (FSM), youtube.com and many, many websites including this one.
Oil Change Guide:
4Runner_Oil_Change.pdf - Google Drive
Beginner Catalog of Fluids, Toyota Parts and Torque Specs:
4Runner_Basic_Info.pdf - Google Drive
2016 Toyota 4Runner SR5 Basic Information:
Model #: GRN285L-GKAGKA
Tire:
Lug Nut Socket Size: 13/16"
Lug Nut Torque:
*Alloy (Aluminum) wheels: 76 ft-lbs; Steel wheels: 83 ft-lbs
Tire Pressure (All, including spare): 32 PSI / 220kPa
Tire Size (All, including spare): P265/70R17 (113S)
Wheel Size: 17 x 7J, 17 x 7.5J
Tire & DOT Identification Number: DOT EU70 3MAR 30 05
Weight Limit (Occupants + cargo): 1,165 LBS / 525 KG
Engine:
Designation: 1GR-FE
Fuel Tank Capacity: 23 gallons
Lowest Octane gasoline allowed: 87 (You must only use unleaded gasoline)
Highest Ethanol percentage allowed: 15% (E15)
Motor Oil Type: 6.6 quarts of 0W-20 full synthetic (Toyota uses Mobil)
Oil Pan Drain Plug: Toyota Part #: 9034112012 (Size: M12-1.25) (30 ft-lbs)
Oil Pan Drain Plug Gasket: Toyota part #: 9043012031
Oil Filter Cap Assembly: Toyota part #: 1565038020 (18 ft-lbs)
Oil Filter Element: Toyota part #: 04152YZZA5
Oil Filter Drain Plug: Toyota part #: 1564331050 (10 ft-lbs)
(5) Front Bumper Cover Lower bolts: Toyota part #: 9010906330 (71 INCH-lbs)
(10) Under Cover Assembly/Sub & Seal bolts: Toyota part #: 9008011373 (21 ft-lbs)
Battery:
Battery Group Size Designation: 24F (Optionally: 35)
Battery Voltage: 12
Positive Terminal Side: Right
Windshield Wiper Blades:
Type: J-Hook
Driver's Side: 24 inches (24A, EN24)
Passenger's Side: 20 inches (20A, EN20)
Rear: 12 inches (12A)
Window Washer Fluid:
Toyota Windshield Washer Fluid Concentrate (Toyota Part #: 0047500WWF)
Preferred Fluid: Rain-X 2 in 1 All-Season Windshield Washer Fluid (Color: orange)
Capacity: 4.4 quarts (1.1 gallons)
Windshield Washer Jar Cap: Toyota part #: 8531660090 (hand tight)
Transmission:
Designation: A750F
Fluid: Genuine Toyota Automatic Transmission Fluid-WS (Toyota part #: 00289ATFWS)
Capacity: 12 quarts (pan=1.8; valve body=4.5; torque converter=5.7)
Check/Overflow Plug: Toyota part #: 9034110021 (15 ft-lbs)
~ TRANSMISSION CASE ADAPTER REFILL PLUG (official name) ~
Fill Plug: Toyota part #: 9034118059 (27 ft-lbs)
Fill Plug Gasket: Toyota part #: 9030115004
Drain Plug: Toyota part #: 9034110011 (15 ft-lbs)
Drain Plug Gasket: Toyota part #: 3517830010
Automatic Transmission Oil Pan: Toyota part #: 351060C010
Oil Pan Bolts (20): Toyota part #: 90119A0298 (62 INCH-lbs)
Automatic Transmission Oil Pan Gasket: Toyota part #: 3516860010
Transmission Filter: Toyota part #: 3533060050
Transmission Filter Bolts (4): Toyota part #: 9008011273 (7 ft-lbs)
Automatic Transmission Oil Pan Magnets (4): Toyota part #: 3539408010
Axle:
Designation: A01A
Transfer Case (Part-Time 4X4 w/ Electronic Dial):
Designation: VF2BM (Toyota part #: 3611035521)
Fluid: Toyota SAE LF 75W (Toyota part #: 0888581080)
Capacity: 1.1 quarts (part time); 1.5 quarts (full time)
Fill Plug: Toyota part #: 90341A0002 (27 ft-lbs)
Fill Plug Gasket: Toyota part #: 9043018008
Drain Plug: Toyota part #: 90341A0002 (27 ft-lbs)
Drain Plug Gasket: Toyota part #: 9043018008
Front Differential:
Fluid: Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil, LT 75W-85 (Toyota part #: 0888502506)
Capacity:
*With Automatic Disconnecting Differential (>=1990): 1.59 - 1.69 US quarts
With manual hubs (<1990): 1.43 - 1.53 US quarts
Fill Plug: Toyota part #: 9034118032 (29 ft-lbs)
Fill Plug Gasket: Toyota part #: 1215710010
Drain Plug: Toyota part #: 9034124014 (48 ft-lbs)
Drain Plug Gasket: Toyota part #: 9043024003
Rear Differential:
Fluid: Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil, LT 75W-85 (Toyota part #: 0888502506)
Capacity:
*Without Differential Lock (All 2WD, SR5/Premium): 2.80 - 2.91 US quarts
With Differential Lock (4WD: Trail/Premium, TRD Pro, Limited): 2.75 - 2.85 US quarts
Fill Plug: Toyota part #: 90341A0002 (36 ft-lbs)
Fill Plug Gasket: Toyota part #: 1215710010
Drain Plug: Toyota part #: 9034118057 (36 ft-lbs)
Drain Plug Gasket: Toyota part #: 1215710010
Drive Shaft:
Spider Grease: Lithium base chassis grease, NLGI No. 2
Preferred: Lucas Oil Red 'N' Tacky #2 (10005)
Good Alternative: Mobil 1 Synthetic Grease (105527)
Slip Yoke Grease: Molybdenum-disulfide lithium base chassis grease, NLGI No. 2
Preferred Grease: Valvoline Moly-Fortified Gray Full Synthetic Grease (VV985)
Good Alternative: Mobilgrease XHP 222 Special / Mobilgrease XHP 322
Capacity:
Spider Joints: Pump in new grease until old grease oozes out of the seal.
Slip Yoke Joints: There is conflicting information on this subject and I was unable to find anything official.
The safe bet is to pump exactly 3 pumps of grease from a pistol grip grease gun.
Preferred Grease Gun: LockNLube Professional Pistol-Grip Grease Gun (LNL252)
Good Alternative Grease Gun: Lincoln 1134
Zerk Fitting: Toyota part #: 9041606004
Brakes:
Fluid: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3: Toyota part #: 004751BF03
Capacity: Adjust the fluid level so that it is at the MA X line.
Front Disc Brake - Brake Bleeder Screw: Toyota part #: 4754704010 (8 ft-lbf)
Rear Disc Brake - Brake Bleeder Screw: Toyota part #: 4754712030 (8 ft-lbs)
Brake Bleeder Screw Cap (Front, Rear): Toyota part #: 3147830010 (hand tight)
Coolant / Antifreeze:
Genuine Toyota Super Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant: Toyota part #: 00272SLLC2
Antifreeze (1 gallon of concentrate): Toyota part #: 002721LLAC01
Capacity: 11.1 quarts (10.5 L, 9.2 Imp. qt.)
Radiator Drain Cock Plug: Toyota Part #: 1641721280 (hand tight)
Radiator Cap: Toyota Part #: 1640131830 (2016-2018); 1640136020 (2015-2016) (hand tight)
Engine Coolant Reservoir Cap: Toyota Part #: 1640550051 (hand tight)
Cylinder Block Drain Cock Plug: Toyota Part #: 90345A0001 (9 ft-lbs)
Power Steering:
Fluid: Toyota Automatic Transmission Fluid-(DII): Toyota part #: 00718ATF00
Preferred Fluid: Valvoline MaxLife Multi-Vehicle Full Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid
Item model number: VV324
Manufacturer Part Number: VV3246
Capacity: Make sure fluid is between the minimum and maximum level based on the engine's
temperature. There is a COLD range and HOT range.
Power Steering Reservoir Cap: Toyota part #: 4430506050 (hand tight)
Air Conditioner Refrigerant:
Fluid: HFC-134a (R134a)
Preferred Fluid: STP A/C Pro Ultra Synthetic R-134a A/C Recharge Kit, 20 oz (ACP-100V)
Capacity: 19.3 +/-1.0 ounces (oz.)
A/C Service Valve Cap: Toyota Part #: 8837502070 (hand tight)
OTHER RESOURCES:
DIY Maintenance Quick Reference:
DIY maintenance quick reference - Toyota 4Runner Forum - Largest 4Runner Forum
Automatic Transmission Fluid Exchange:
ATF Exchange (using the cooling line)
How to Grease Your Drive Shaft:
HOW-TO: grease your drive shaft
How to Change the Rear Differential Fluid in a 5th Gen 4Runner:
https://youtu.be/5l5R1_Q_g3s
When a Transmission Fluid Change or Flush Can Damage Your Transmission:
https://youtu.be/p-CCAR5HK-0
2004 Toyota 4Runner Driveline Service:
https://youtu.be/jZmTCxFgMNQ
1995-2019 Toyota 4runner - Coolant Change Tutorial:
https://youtu.be/vuOqcjEB0hA
SIMPLE Power Steering Flush Toyota 4Runner:
https://youtu.be/ORiVaFolqS4
How to Recharge the AC System - 5th Gen Toyota 4Runner:
https://youtu.be/fRGAKH0PSrA
