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.
General Maintenance
HINT:
Inspect these items on a cooled down engine.
- INSPECT DRIVE BELT REFERENCE CHART - DRIVE BELT INSPECTION
Type See procedures 1ZZ-FE See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION 2ZZ-GE See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION - REPLACE ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER REFERENCE CHART - ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT
Type See procedures 1ZZ-FE See REMOVAL 2ZZ-GE See REMOVAL - REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT REFERENCE CHART - ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT
Type See procedures 1ZZ-FE See COOLANT 2ZZ-GE See COOLANT - INSPECT EXHAUST PIPES AND MOUNTINGS
- Visually check the pipes, hangers and connections for severe corrosion, leaks or damage.
- REPLACE SPARK PLUGS REFERENCE CHART - SPARK PLUGS REPLACEMENT
Type See procedures 1ZZ-FE See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION 2ZZ-GE See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION - INSPECT BATTERY REFERENCE CHART - BATTERY INSPECTION
Type See procedures 1ZZ-FE See PRECAUTION 2ZZ-GE See PRECAUTION - INSPECT AIR CLEANER FILTER
- Remove the air filter.
- Visually check that the air filter is not excessively damaged or oily. If necessary, replace the air filter.
- Reinstall the air filter.
- REPLACE AIR CLEANER FILTER
- Replace the air filter with a new one.
- INSPECT FUEL TANK CAP GASKET REFERENCE CHART - FUEL TANK CAP GASKET INSPECTION
Type See procedures 1ZZ-FE (for 2WD) See INSPECTION 1ZZ-FE (for 4WD) See INSPECTION 2ZZ-GE See INSPECTION - INSPECT FUEL LINES AND CONNECTIONS AND FUEL TANK VAPOR VENT SYSTEM HOSES AND FUEL TANK BANDS
- Visually check the fuel lines for cracks, leakage, loose connections, deformation or tank band looseness.
- INSPECT CHARCOAL CANISTER REFERENCE CHART - CHARCOAL CANISTER INSPECTION
Type See procedures 1ZZ-FE (for 2WD) See CANISTER (FOR 2WD) 1ZZ-FE (for 4WD) See CANISTER (FOR 4WD) 2ZZ-GE See CANISTER
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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.
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