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1995 Toyota T100 — L4

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 1995 T100 L4.

Body TRUCKEngine L4Transmission Automatic 4-spd

The 1995 Toyota T100 is a truck powered by an inline-four engine mated to a four-speed automatic transmission, requiring 5 quarts of 5W-30 API oil and returning EPA fuel-economy ratings of 18/22/19 mpg. Within the model’s 1992–1998 production span, this year accumulates 91 owner complaints—well below the 1996 high of 118 but significantly above the 1992 low of 1—with Power Train issues constituting the top concern and one recall on record. That data positions 1995 as a mid-cycle reliability reference point, sitting between the initial low-complaint launch and the later surge in reported issues.

Model year1998199719961995

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity5 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque76 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy18/22/19 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 24F · 585 CCA battery, OE oil filter 90915YZZD1. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 24F · 585 CCAOEM · verified
Tail / brake / turnFUSEOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter90915YZZD1
Engine air filter178010W010
Fuel filter2330062020 alt 2330079446
Spark plug9091901176
Front wiper blades85212YZZ08TM
Serpentine belt9936481070 alt 993652089083
Thermostat9091603075 alt 9091603120

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length207.1 in
Overall width75.2 in
Overall height67.3 in
Wheelbase122 in
Curb weight3430 lb
Track (front / rear)64.6 / 65.4 in

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined18 / 22 / 19 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 5 qt of 5W-30 API engine oil. Torque lug nuts to 76 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Engine Oil5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity5 qt
Engine Oil5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity6 qt
Transfer Case Fluid75W-90 · GL-4 · GL-5
Transfer Case Fluid Capacity2.4 Pints
Transfer Case Fluid75W-90 · GL-4 · GL-5
Transfer Case Fluid Capacity2.4 Pints

Chassis torques

Leaf Spring to Axle (U-bolts)97.0 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring to Chassis Bracket1
Leaf Spring to Rear Shackle67.0 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring Rear Shackle to Chassis Bracket67.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts76 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Spark Plug ManufacturerDenso
Spark Plug Gap0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque13 ft-lbs
Spark Plug ManufacturerDenso
Spark Plug Gap0.031 in
Spark Plug Torque13.0 ft-lbs
Ignition Timing8-12, Not adjustable degrees

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.43 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil TypeND 8 oil
Oil Capacity4.80 oz
Standard BCI Group Number24F
Standard BCI Cranking Performance585 cca

Service checks

Pressure Test13 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief13 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature180 °F
Engine Compression145-174 psi

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket26 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle80 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle90 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle80 ft-lbs
Torque Caliper to Bracket29 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle80 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.039; Rear: 0.039 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness0.039 in

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; spark plugs every 30,000 mi; coolant every 30,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 30,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate) · Universal Vehicle Operation (inspect idle speed)
Every 15,000 miAxle Shaft Oil Seal (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Driveshaft U-Joint (lubricate)
At 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Engine Valves (inspect valve lash) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 45,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
Every 60,000 miFuel Evaporative Canister (inspect) · Fuel Tank Filler Cap O-Ring (inspect)
At 80,000 miOxygen Sensor (replace)
At 120,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 1995 Toyota T100 sits at a critical inflection point in the generation's federal record, marking the start of a sharp upward complaint trend. Complaints jump roughly fourfold from 22 in 1994 to 91 in 1995, then climb further to a peak of 118 in 1996 before declining to 75 in 1997 and 26 in 1998. The recall and investigation counts remain steady at one each across most years, including 1995, so the complaint spike is not driven by a new federal action but rather by consumer-reported issues — predominantly in Power Train (21 complaints) and Air Bags (16 complaints), with additional reports in Suspension (8) and Service Brakes, Hydraulic (6). TSBs also rise to 43 in 1995 from 37 the prior year, suggesting Toyota was actively addressing growing field concerns, though the data does not specify root causes for any of these areas. Notably, 1995 also records 2 crash complaints and 1 fire complaint, the first such entries visible in the dataset. **Bottom line: 1995 is the beginning of the worst stretch of this generation and not an ideal model year to purchase; a 1993 or 1994 T100 carries roughly a quarter of the complaint volume, while a 1997 or 1998 model offers a similar improvement on the downside of the arc.**

1
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
43
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
91
Owner complaints
2 involved a crash · 1 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Rollover★★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 91 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Power Train21
Air Bags16
Suspension8
Service Brakes, Hydraulic6
Fuel System, Gasoline5
Seat Belts5
Equipment5
Structure4

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 1 of 1 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

05V389000Steering:Linkages:Rod:Relay:ConnectingReported 06/09/2005

ON CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, IF THE STEERING WHEEL IS REPEATEDLY TURNED UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS WHERE HIGH STEERING EFFORT AND POWER ASSIST ARE REQUIRED, FOR INSTANCE, WHEN FULLY TURNING THE… Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING RELAY ROD. THE RECALL BEGAN OCTOBER 5, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 43 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
TSB0032202023-08-17Air BagsTSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or…
Toyota PRO19-022022-01-12TiresPOL: This consolidated Tire Warranty Guide contains the complete warranty terms for all…
T-SB-0032-20 Rev2021-02-03EquipmentTSB: Replacement certification labels (the vinyl label installed on the driver door or…
T-SB-0304-17 Obs2020-04-07EquipmentTSB: OBSOLETE NOTICE April 07, 2020: This bulletin is now obsolete. Please see…
T-SB-0032-202020-04-06EquipmentTSB: SUPERSESSION NOTICE The information contained in this bulletin supersedes Service…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 1995 T100 L4 take?

5 qt of 5W-30 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 1995 T100 have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the L4 get?

EPA figures are 18 city / 22 highway / 19 combined mpg.