Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1987 Toyota Van Base, Van Window, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 2.2L Eng | 2.60 QTS. | 2.46 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 2.2L Eng | 7.70 QTS. | 7.28 L | Ethylene glycol coolant (Do not use alcohol type) | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 2.2L Eng | w/Filter | 3.70 QTS. | 3.5 L | SAE 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50 and 15W-40 (Above 10Deg.F) | S | |
| Engine Oil | 2.2L Eng | w/o Filter | 3.20 QTS. | 3.02 L | SAE 5W-30 (Below 50Deg.F), 10W-30/40/50 (Above -10Deg.F), 20W-40/50 and 15W-40 (Above 10Deg.F) | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 2.2L Eng | 15.90 GALS. | 60.18 L | S | |||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 2.2L Eng | 2.30 QTS. | 2.17 L | API - GL-4 or GL-5, SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90 | S | ||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON or DEXRON II | S | |||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 2.2L Eng | 1.30 QTS. | 1.23 L | Multipurpose gear oil API GL-4 or GL-5; Recommended viscosity: SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90 | S | ||
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.