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4.0L 1GR 2nd Gen Oil Change Guide

Discussion in 'Technical Chat' started by chris4x4, Jul 8, 2008.

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  1. Dec 14, 2008 at 6:48 PM
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    I just did an oil change, and I reused the OEM gasket. Im going to see if a leak develops and report my findings. Im with you as I HATE oil leaks, or leaks of any kind. :)
     
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  2. Dec 14, 2008 at 7:18 PM
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    I just did the gear oil change yesterday on my 5 speed, both the drain and fill pulg have the aluminum washer. I used ONE full wrap of teflon tape on both just for peace of mind. Reused the original washer. Drove all day today, no leaks.
     
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  3. Dec 15, 2008 at 6:27 AM
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    I over-looked Chris's DIY guide before changing my oil for the 1st time this weekend. Thanks! I noticed that he cut a M1 quart to make a funnel, and I didn't have a funnel so I did the same. The freaking plastic M1 quart threads exactly into the oil spout! I don't know if just Toyota is smart enough to figure this out, or I just never looked at previous vehicles. I may just be a dumb-ass, and the rest of the world already knew this.
     
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  4. Dec 15, 2008 at 6:54 AM
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    I found this out years ago. It works on my Tacoma ( both of them) and my Dodge. :D
     
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  5. Dec 15, 2008 at 7:05 AM
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    Aww no way!!! I had no idea about the M1 bottle. I always just cut a 16oz water bottle and used it as a funnel.
     
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  6. Dec 15, 2008 at 7:12 AM
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    LOL, the thing I like about useing the M1 bottle as a funell is that it will hold a quart of M1 upside down and let it drain into the engine while Im doing something else. I dont have to sit and hold it until its empty. Not that it takes along time, but I can just dump one in it, and do something else.
     
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  7. Dec 15, 2008 at 7:17 AM
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    A few bolts are different.
    just in time on this idea too, gota change the oil this week.
     
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  8. Dec 15, 2008 at 12:56 PM
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    I took advantage of the unseasonable temps here and changed mine today. I didn't have a crush washer since I bought a box of 10 oem filters online but the one I put on last time didn't come off when I took the drain plug out. Is this cool to reuse the one I put on last change? It didn't fall into the pan :help:
     
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  9. Dec 15, 2008 at 12:58 PM
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    it will be fine. i used one on my 06 2 or 3 times without a problem....no leaky!!:D
     
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  10. Dec 15, 2008 at 1:00 PM
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    I have never changed my washer and have never had problems, (fingers crossed)
     
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  11. Dec 15, 2008 at 1:07 PM
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    Cool, thanks guys!
     
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  12. Dec 15, 2008 at 8:37 PM
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    I may have used the wrong term, the crush washer was used in the Volkswagen air cooled oil change(imagine a washer that is hollow) once you applied pressure (torque)to it, it "crushed down", almost like a lock washer, helping the drain plug to seal. Those were one time used items. On the tacoma the washer may just act like a washer, spreads the clamping power over a larger area. I think the dealership and books say to buy a new one with every oil change but then again , they want your money, albeit .98 cents.
     
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  13. Dec 31, 2008 at 6:47 AM
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    bump.
     
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  14. Jan 3, 2009 at 2:30 PM
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    Awesome info, too late for the first time but greatly appreciated!! next itme I'll know
     
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  15. Jan 10, 2009 at 8:39 AM
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    Put the key in the ignition, push and hold down the ODO button, turn key past the Accs. to the "ON" position, and wait until the ODO goes to "00000".
     
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  17. Jan 22, 2009 at 4:19 PM
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    Bump, just in case no one saw the DIY Thread/Sticky. Awesome info. Doing it myself this next go round. I had been letting the dealer do it since I have had some problems with Express Oil Change, but I am going to save my money and more importantly make sure it is done right! Thanks for the info Chris!
     
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  18. Jan 22, 2009 at 4:30 PM
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    are there grease fittings we should be greasing with each oil change ? 06 DC 4x4....

    thanks
     
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  19. Jan 22, 2009 at 4:50 PM
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    Some Tacomas have grease fittings along the drive shaft, in the "U" joints, others dont. Take a look at your "U" joints, and feel around for a grease zerk. If you feel one, give it a little grease. :)
     
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    What is the best way to remove the oil filter drain plug? Does it unscrew or just pull off? Neither seem to be working for me.
     
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