General Maintenance

HINT:

Inspect these items when the engine is cold.

1. REPLACE CHAIN SUB-ASSEMBLY 

   HINT:

   • 2TR-FE: See REMOVAL
   • 1GR-FE, 2WD: See REMOVAL
   • 1GR-FE, 4WD and Pre-runner: See REMOVAL
2. INSPECT DRIVE BELT 

   HINT:

   • 2TR-FE: See DRIVE BELT
   • 1GR-FE: See DRIVE BELT
3. REPLACE SPARK PLUGS 

   HINT:

   • 2TR-FE: See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
   • 1GR-FE: See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
4. REPLACE AIR CLEANER FILTER 
   1. Replace the air filter with a new one.
5. REPLACE ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER 

   HINT:

   • 2TR-FE: See OIL FILTER
   • 1GR-FE: See OIL FILTER
6. REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT 

   HINT:

   • 2TR-FE: See COOLANT
   • 1GR-FE: See COOLANT
7. INSPECT RADIATOR FIN 
   1. Check that the radiator and condenser are not blocked with leaves, dirt, or insets, and clean the hose connection.
8. INSPECT GASKET IN FUEL TANK CAP 

   HINT:

   • 2TR-FE: See FUEL TANK CAP
   • 1GR-FE: See FUEL TANK CAP
9. INSPECT CHARCOAL CANISTER 

   HINT:

   • 2TR-FE: See INSPECTION
   • 1GR-FE: See INSPECTION
10. INSPECT FUEL LINES, CONNECTIONS AND FUEL TANK VAPOR VENT SYSTEM HOSES AND FUEL TANK BAND 
    1. Visually check the fuel lines for cracks, leakage, loose connections, deformation or tank band looseness.
11. INSPECT EXHAUST PIPE AND MOUNTING 
    1. Visually check the pipes, hangers and connections for severe corrosion, leaks or damage.
12. INSPECT VALVE CLEARANCE (for 1GR-FE) 

    HINT:

    See VALVE CLEARANCE