Things to check when doing your own maintenance?

So I know how to change my own oil. Most people do, but what other things do you check with your regular service intervals? Because the 3rd gens only need an oil change ever 10k I figure there's probably more that I should be looking at or doing. Not looking for bare minimums, but what do your routines look like? What things do you check? If the thread gains any traction I'll put a list together in this post.

 

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/3rd-gen-diy-maintenance-quick-reference.406712/

 

Theoretically yes, but still manage to drain tranny...

 

Every 5K check all checkable fluids, rotate tires, check pinned or fastened connections, hoses, belt, battery.
Every 10K change oil and everything you do at 5K.
Rinse and repeat.

 

Consult the owner’s manual?

 

Most of the fluids are sealed, and all serviceable underhood fluids are visible.

Buy a strong flash light and inspect all undercarriage for leaks.

Check filters, lights, washers etc.

Rotate tires, inspect brakes, adjust rear shoes.

 

RTFM....

 

I made up a checklist that I use based on what is in the maintenance schedule plus a few extras based on my experience.

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/oil-change-checklist-service-record.462476/

 

Great, seems like my thread is largely repetitive for what is already on here. Thanks for the links.

And for those saying check the owner's manual, yeah I can do that...but let's be honest, most like to baby their babies. And do/check more than the minimum requirements stated in the manual. Which is why I wanted ideas of what else people might be doing.

 

I check my brake caliper pins at every oil change because I live in the rust belt. One of those extras that experience has taught me that I need to do.

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/rust-alert-check-your-front-brake-caliper-pins.599814/