2005 Toyota Tacoma - Maintenance & Specs
The 2005 Toyota Tacoma belongs to a Toyota Tacoma lineup that Know Your Ride tracks across 22 model years, from 1995 to 2026. Engine options on record include the 2.7L, 2.7L I4. It is configured as rear-wheel drive with an automatic 4-spd. The 2005 sits mid-run, with both earlier (1995) and later (2026) Tacoma model years also documented.
It takes 5W-30 conventional or synthetic oil, 5.5 qt with a new filter. Fluid specs on file include Super Long Life coolant, DOT 3 brake fluid, ATF WS transmission fluid. Know Your Ride lists 14 scheduled maintenance items for this vehicle, the earliest interval falling at 7,500 miles. Documented torque values include oil drain plug 30 ft-lb, lug nut 96 ft-lb, spark plug 18 ft-lb.
NHTSA complaints for this vehicle cluster around structure (192), suspension (81), vehicle speed control (72). A representative report reads: "The frame had rust a lot,had one spot was repaired,still have some need fix" There are 10 safety recalls on record; one covers: TOYOTA IS RECALLING 27,080 MODEL YEAR 2005 THROUGH 2010 PASSENGER CARS BUILT FROM SEPTEMBER 1, 2005 TO MAY 4, 2009. THESE VEHICLES WERE NOT EQUIPPED....
EPA fuel economy is rated at 18 city / 24 highway MPG, 21 MPG combined. Estimated annual fuel cost is about $2,100.
Quick Specs
| Oil viscosity | 5W-30 |
| Oil type | Conventional or Synthetic |
| Oil capacity (w/ filter) | 5.5 qt |
| Oil filter | Toyota 90915-YZZD4 |
| EPA combined | 21 MPG |
| Tire size | 265/70R17 |
| Coolant | Super Long Life |
| Open recalls on record | 10 |
| Technical service bulletins | 33 |
Common Trouble Codes
- P0300 - Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
- P0420 - Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
- P0171 - System too Lean (Bank 1)
- P0128 - Insufficient Coolant Temperature for Stable Operation
- P0442 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
- P0455 - Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
- P0700 - Transmission Control System Malfunction
- P0301 - Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
- U0100 - Lost Communication With ECM/PCM A
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Part of the free Know Your Ride vehicle maintenance reference. Figures are sourced from EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer data and are for general reference - always confirm with your owner's manual.