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.
2011 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 | 3.50 OZS. | 0.1 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.21 LBS. | 0.54 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 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 | 1.60 QTS. | 1.51 L | TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent | Your Toyota vehicle is filled with Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil at the factory. Use Toyota approved Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil or an equivalent of matching quality to satisfy the specification. | S |
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear,w/o Rear Differential Lock | 2.90 QTS. | 2.74 L | TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT SAE 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent | Your Toyota vehicle is filled with Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil at the factory. Use Toyota approved Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil or an equivalent of matching quality to satisfy the specification. | S | |
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear,w/Rear Differential Lock | 2.80 QTS. | 2.64 L | TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT SAE 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent | Your Toyota vehicle is filled with Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil at the factory. Use Toyota approved Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil or an equivalent of matching quality to satisfy the specification. | S | |
| Engine Coolant | 11.10 QTS. | 10.5 L | TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or equivalent | DO NOT use plain water alone. | S | ||
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 6.60 QTS. | 6.24 L | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil | SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change. | S | |
| Engine Oil | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 6.00 QTS. | 5.67 L | SAE 0W-20 Synthetic Oil | SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 5W-20 oil may be used. However, it must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil change. | 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 | |||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 4WD,Part Time T/Case Control | 1.10 QTS. | 1.04 L | TOYOTA Genuine Transfer Gear Oil LF SAE 75W or equivalent | S | ||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Washer Fluid | 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.