2005 Toyota Tundra - Maintenance & Specs
The 2005 Toyota Tundra belongs to a Toyota Tundra lineup that Know Your Ride tracks across 13 model years, from 2000 to 2026. Engine options on record include the 4.0L, 4.7L, 4.0L V6 / 4.7L V8. It is configured as rear-wheel drive with an automatic 5-spd. The 2005 sits mid-run, with both earlier (2000) and later (2026) Tundra model years also documented.
It takes 5W-30 conventional oil, 5.5 qt with a new filter meeting ILSAC GF-4. Fluid specs on file include Super Long Life coolant, DOT 3 brake fluid, ATF WS transmission fluid. Know Your Ride lists 13 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 air bags (79), structure (60), suspension (40). A representative report reads: "The frame is so rusted in my truck my mechanic said it may snap at anytime and is not safe to drive. I know Toyota tundra's from 2000-2003 have been recalled..." There are 14 safety recalls on record; one covers: GULF STATES TOYOTA IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2010 VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY....
EPA fuel economy is rated at 16 city / 20 highway MPG, 18 MPG combined. Estimated annual fuel cost is about $2,450.
Quick Specs
| Oil viscosity | 5W-30 |
| Oil type | Conventional |
| Oil capacity (w/ filter) | 5.5 qt |
| OEM oil spec | ILSAC GF-4 |
| Oil filter | Toyota 90915-YZZD1 |
| EPA combined | 18 MPG |
| Tire size | 265/70R17 |
| Coolant | Super Long Life |
| Open recalls on record | 14 |
| Technical service bulletins | 30 |
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.