Differential oil is essential to lubricating the driveshaft and wheel axles in a vehicle. The 2001 Toyota Tacoma a uses a gear oil with a viscosity of 80W-90 and 75W-90. The rear differential is equipped with 5.5 pints of 80W-90 and the front uses 2.5 pints of 75W-90. The differential casing can be found under the truck. The cover is bolted on and the plug can be opened using a 3/8" drive and 24 mm socket. Examine the plug for metal shavings from the gears. It's installed with a magnet. A clean plug is a good sign gears aren't worn down. A gear oil change should bee scheduled every 15,000 miles in the Tacoma, according to the manufacturer. Costs average $180-$250 in parts and professional labor.
Jerry J
July 16, 2020
The 2001 toyota tacoma rear differential fluid capacity is 2.8 Quarts.
oldironnow
May 27, 2023
"Pints"? I'm sorry, sir, but the actual measure is 176 tablespoons in the rear and 240 treaspoons in the front.
Robert
March 24, 2023
2001 Toyota Tacoma takes 2.8 quarts of 75/90 weight gear oil
George
November 28, 2021
My 2001 Tacoma 2WD with 2RZ-FE engine has a differential capacity of 1.4 quarts as indicated in the service manual and personal experience.
George
November 28, 2021
A 2001 Toyota Tacoma 2WD with 2RZ-FE engine takes 1.4 quarts of oil in the differential.
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