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.
2000 Toyota Tundra Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.30 LBS. | 0.58 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 3.4L Eng | Drain and Refill | 2.10 QTS. | 1.98 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II or DEXRON III | S | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 3.4L Eng | Dry Fill | 10.70 QTS. | 10.12 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II or DEXRON III | S | |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | Front | 1.20 QTS. | 1.13 L | API - GL-4 or GL-5, SAE 75W-90 | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | RWD | Rear | 4.00 QTS. | 3.78 L | API - GL-5, SAE 90W (Above 0Deg.F), SAE 80W or 80W-90 (Below 0Deg.F) | S | |
| Engine Coolant | 3.4L Eng,Automatic Trans | 10.50 QTS. | 9.93 L | TOYOTA Long Life Coolant or equivalent | DO NOT use alcohol type antifreeze or plain water alone. | S | |
| Engine Oil | 3.4L Eng | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 5.50 QTS. | 5.2 L | SAE 5W-30 | S | |
| Engine Oil | 3.4L Eng | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 5.20 QTS. | 4.92 L | SAE 5W-30 | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 26.40 GALS. | 99.93 L | S | ||||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | RWD | 2.70 QTS. | 2.55 L | API - GL-4 or GL-5, SAE 75W-90 | S | ||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II or DEXRON III | S | |||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 1.10 QTS. | 1.04 L | API - GL-4 or GL-5, SAE 75W-90 | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Plain water | In cold areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze. | 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:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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