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.
2010 Toyota 4Runner TrailFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 6.80 OZS. | 0.2 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.30 LBS. | 0.58 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 4.0L Eng | 11.30 QTS. | 10.69 L | TOYOTA Genuine Automatic Transmission Fluid Type WS | The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. | S | |
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | 4WD,Part Time T/Case Control | Front | 1.50 QTS. | 1.41 L | TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent | S | |
| Differential Gear Oil | w/o Rear Differential Lock | 2.90 QTS. | 2.74 L | TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | w/Rear Differential Lock | 2.80 QTS. | 2.64 L | TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 4.0L Eng | 11.10 QTS. | 10.5 L | TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or equivalent | DO NOT use plain water alone. | S | |
| Engine Oil | 4.0L Eng | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 6.60 QTS. | 6.24 L | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil | S | |
| Engine Oil | 4.0L Eng | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 6.00 QTS. | 5.67 L | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 23.00 GALS. | 87.06 L | S | ||||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II or DEXRON III | 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. Not radiator 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:
- • 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.