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2004 Toyota Tundra — V8

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2004 Tundra V8.

Body TRUCKEngine V8Transmission Automatic 4-spd

The 2004 Toyota Tundra V8 is a full‑size truck built on Toyota’s robust body platform and powered by a V8 engine that relies on a 5.5‑quart capacity and 5W‑30 API‑rated oil, delivering EPA ratings of roughly 13 mpg city, 16 mpg highway and 14 mpg combined through its automatic four‑speed transmission. While its fuel economy figures are modest, the model’s engineering focus on durability is reflected in a relatively low total of 465 owner complaints for the year, with structural issues emerging as the most frequent concern and 13 recalls recorded. Within the broader 1999‑2016 Tundra lineage, the 2004 iteration falls after the peak complaint year of 2000 (1,032 complaints) and well before the near‑zero complaints of the inaugural 1999 model, positioning it as a mid‑cycle vehicle that benefits from early‑generation refinements while still exhibiting a solid reliability track record for researchers.

Model year2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003

Quick specs

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

Engine oil capacity5.5 qtOEM · verified

Engine oil type5W-30 APIOEM · verified

Lug nut torque83 ft-lbsOEM · verified

EPA fuel economy13/16/14 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 Primary Battery · 585 Primary Battery 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 Primary Battery · 585 Primary Battery CCAOEM · verified

Tail / brake / turnHAZOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	90915YZZD1 alt 90915YZZD3
Engine air filter	1780107010
Fuel filter	2303062010
Spark plug	9091901166
Front wiper blades	852220C012 alt 852120C012
Serpentine belt	993643086078 alt 9936481070
Thermostat	9091603075 alt 9091603100

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

Transmission

Automatic 4-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	213 in
Overall width	75.2 in
Overall height	71.3 in
Wheelbase	128.3 in
Curb weight	4299 lb
Track (front / rear)	66.1 / 65 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	57/43

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined	13 / 16 / 14 mpg
Drivetrain	Rear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuel	Regular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent published road-test results.

8.8–9.2 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 8.80 sec — 2004 Limited Double Cab (6.2 ft. Bed)

240 hpHorsepower (as tested)

315 lb-ftTorque (as tested)

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
2004	Limited Double Cab (6.2 ft. Bed) 4.7L V8	8.80 sec	16.80 sec	240 hp	4x4
2004	Limited Double Cab (6.2 ft. Bed) 4.7L V8	9.20 sec	17.20 sec	240 hp	4x4
2000	SR5 Access Cab (6.2 ft. Bed) 4.7L V8	8.20 sec	16.30 sec	245 hp	RWD
2000	SR5 Access Cab (6.2 ft. Bed) 4.7L V8	8.50 sec	16.60 sec	245 hp	4x4

Service quick specs OEM factory data

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

This engine holds 5.5 qt of 5W-30 API engine oil, DOT 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 83 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 29.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake Fluid	DOT 3
Engine Oil	5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity	5.5 qt
Engine Oil	5W-30 · API
Engine Oil Capacity	6.5 qt
Transfer Case Fluid	75W-90 · GL-4 · GL-5
Transfer Case Fluid Capacity	2.1 Pints

Engine torques

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts	217 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts	181 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug	28.0 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug	29.0 ft-lbs
Oil Pump to Cylinder BLock Bolts/Studs	14MM

Chassis torques

Leaf Spring to Axle (U-bolts)	98.0 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring to Chassis Bracket	125.0 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring to Rear Shackle	125.0 ft-lbs
Leaf Spring Rear Shackle to Chassis Bracket	125.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts	83 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug	27.0 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Drain Plug	27.0 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub	159 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order	1-8-4-3-6-5-7-2
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)	700 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)	50 rpm
Curb Idle Speed (No Load)	700 rpm
Curb Idle Speed Variance (No Load)	50 rpm
Spark Plug Manufacturer	Denso
Spark Plug Gap	0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque	13 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R134a
Refrigerant Capacity	1.25-1.38 lbs
Oil Group	PAG
Oil Type	46
Oil Capacity	4.50 oz
Standard BCI Group Number	24F Primary Battery
Standard BCI Cranking Performance	585 Primary Battery cca

Service checks

Injector Primary Resistance	13.4-14.2 @ 68 degreesF ohms
Engine Compression	145-174 psi
Engine Compression	142-192 psi

Brakes

Torque to Knuckle	90 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad Thickness	Front: 0.039; Rear: 0.039 in
Minimum Shoe Thickness	0.039 in
Rotor Runout Limit	0.0028 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From	1.102 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To	1.102 in
Rotor Discard at or Under	1.024 in
Drum Nominal Diameter	11.614 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

18 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90

18 ft. lbs

Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

36 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90

36 ft. lbs

Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

20 ft. lbs., Step 2: 90

20 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 5,000 mi.

Every 5,000 mi	Brake Drum Assembly (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 15,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Differential (inspect fluid level) · Driveshaft (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect)
Every 30,000 mi	Air Conditioning Condenser (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Fuel Tank (inspect)
At 60,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 60,000 mi	Engine Valves (inspect valve lash) · Fuel Evaporative Canister (inspect)
Every 90,000 mi	Timing Belt (replace)

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 first-generation Tundra saw a sharp spike in complaints in 2000 (1,032) that gradually subsided, while recalls and investigations trended upward through the mid-2000s. The 2004 model year sits at a notable inflection point: its 465 complaints are moderate, but it records the highest number of investigations (6) in the entire dataset and a recall count (13) that is among the highest for the generation. The top complaint areas for 2004 are structure (125) and suspension (84), with 24 crash-related complaints and 1 fire complaint, though the data does not specify root causes. Compared to the preceding 2003 model (411 complaints, 10 recalls, 4 investigations) and the following 2005 model (374 complaints, 14 recalls, 5 investigations), the 2004 Tundra stands out for heightened federal scrutiny. Given the peak in investigations and elevated recalls, the 2004 model year appears to carry more unresolved safety concerns than its immediate neighbors, making it a less advisable choice within this generation.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

201

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

465

Owner complaints

24 involved a crash · 1 a fire

Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

’99 ’00 ’01 ’02 ’03’04’05 ’06 ’07 ’08 ’09 ’11 ’12 ’13 ’14 ’15 ’16

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 465 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Structure125

Suspension84

Air Bags40

Unknown Or Other29

Suspension,Structure22

Power Train13

Service Brakes, Hydraulic13

Steering9

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 13 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V741000Air Bags:Frontal:Passenger Side:Inflator ModuleReported 17/10/2019

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2010-2016 4Runner, 2003-2006 Tundra, 2003-2013 Corolla, 2009-2010 Corolla Matrix, 2004-2005 RAV4, 2002-2007 Sequoia, 2011-2013 Sienna, 2008-2012… Remedy: Toyota will notify owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front driver inflator, front passenger airbag inflator, the airbag assembly, or the front…

18V883000Air Bags:Frontal:Passenger Side:Inflator ModuleReported 12/12/2018

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2002-2005 Lexus SC and Toyota Sequoia, 2003-2005 Toyota Corolla and Tundra, and 2003-2007 Pontiac Vibe vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with… Remedy: Toyota will notify the Toyota and Lexus owners. General Motors will notify the Pontiac Vibe owners. Depending on the vehicle model, dealers will replace the front passenger air…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 201 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
T-SB-0035-24 Rev2	2024-12-06	Structure	Acid rain results from rainwater or other airborne moisture that become acidic due to…
T-SB-0038-24 Rev2	2024-12-06	Structure	To prevent brake rotor rust from forming during transportation and storage, wheel film…
T-SB-0039-24 Rev2	2024-12-06	Structure	The condition known as acid rain is caused by airborne chemicals or particles in the…
T-SB-0061-23 Rev2	2024-12-05	Structure	Toyota vehicles are currently protected with RapgardTM protective film designed to…
T-SB-0062-23 Rev2	2024-12-03	Structure	Vehicles may occasionally be subjected to contamination by airborne iron particles shed…

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 2004 Tundra V8 take?

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

Does the 2004 Tundra have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 13 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the V8 get?

EPA figures are 13 city / 16 highway / 14 combined mpg.