2005 Toyota Kluger service guide

Servicing every 10,000 km or 6 months. See what is checked at each visit and what it usually costs.

First Generation (XU10)
3.3L V6 DOHC petrol (3MZ-FE)
5W-30 API SL/SM
Every 10,000 km or 6 months

2005 Toyota Kluger at a glance

Estimated price: $179–$299
Service interval: 10,000 km or 6 months
Engine oil: 5W-30 API SL/SM
Checks per service: 17
Trims listed: 3

The first generation Toyota Kluger uses a 3.3 litre V6 petrol engine that needs servicing every 10,000 kilometres or six months in Australia. Regular oil changes and filter replacements keep the engine running smoothly in our hot, dusty conditions. Longer services include spark plugs, coolant, transmission fluid and timing belt replacement to maintain reliability over 200,000 kilometres.

2005 Toyota Kluger service schedule

What the workshop replaces and inspects at each service interval, with an estimated price. Check your logbook for the manufacturer's schedule.

10,000 kms / 6 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect brake fluid level and colour
Inspect engine air filter condition
Inspect cabin pollen filter condition
Inspect exhaust system for leaks
Visually inspect battery terminals and condition
Inspect brake lines and hoses
Inspect front and rear disc brakes and pad thickness
Inspect tyres for wear, pressure and tread depth
Inspect front and rear suspension components
Inspect drive belts for wear and tension
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

20,000 kms / 12 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Replace engine air filter (Air filter)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect brake fluid level and colour
Inspect cabin pollen filter condition
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields
Inspect battery condition and terminals
Inspect brake lines, hoses and callipers
Inspect front and rear disc brakes and pad thickness
Inspect tyres, rotate if required, check tread depth and pressure
Inspect front and rear suspension bushes and components
Inspect steering linkages and boots
Inspect drive belts and tensioners
Inspect cooling system hoses and clamps
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

30,000 kms / 18 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect and test brake fluid condition
Inspect engine air filter condition
Inspect exhaust system for damage and leaks
Inspect battery electrolyte level and terminals
Inspect brake lines, hoses and callipers
Inspect front and rear disc brakes and pad thickness
Inspect tyres, rotate and balance, check tread depth and pressure
Inspect front and rear suspension, shock absorbers and bushes
Inspect steering rack and linkages
Inspect CV boots and drive shafts
Inspect drive belts and tensioners for wear
Inspect cooling system hoses and radiator cap
Inspect transmission fluid level and condition
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

40,000 kms / 24 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Replace engine air filter (Air filter)
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Replace brake fluid (Brake fluid)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect exhaust system and catalytic converter
Inspect battery condition and load test
Inspect brake lines, hoses and callipers
Inspect front and rear disc brakes, pads and rotors
Inspect tyres, rotate and balance, check tread depth and pressure
Inspect front and rear suspension, shock absorbers and bushes
Inspect steering components and power steering fluid
Inspect CV boots and drive shafts for damage
Inspect drive belts and tensioners
Inspect cooling system hoses and pressure test radiator cap
Inspect transmission fluid level and condition
Inspect differential oil level
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

50,000 kms / 30 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect brake fluid level and colour
Inspect engine air filter condition
Inspect cabin pollen filter condition
Inspect exhaust system and mounting brackets
Inspect battery terminals and charging system
Inspect brake lines, hoses and callipers for leaks
Inspect front and rear disc brakes, pads and rotors
Inspect tyres, rotate if required, check tread depth and pressure
Inspect front and rear suspension, shock absorbers and bushes
Inspect steering rack boots and tie rod ends
Inspect CV boots and drive shafts
Inspect drive belts and tensioners for cracks
Inspect cooling system hoses and coolant level
Inspect transmission fluid level and condition
Inspect differential oil level and condition
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

60,000 kms / 36 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Replace engine air filter (Air filter)
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Replace spark plugs (Spark plugs)
Replace brake fluid (Brake fluid)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect exhaust system and oxygen sensors
Inspect battery condition and alternator output
Inspect brake lines, hoses, callipers and brake boosters
Inspect front and rear disc brakes, pads, rotors and measure thickness
Inspect tyres, rotate and balance, check tread depth and pressure
Inspect front and rear suspension, shock absorbers, bushes and springs
Inspect steering components, rack and power steering fluid level
Inspect CV boots, drive shafts and universal joints
Inspect drive belts and tensioners, replace if cracked
Inspect cooling system hoses, radiator and thermostat operation
Inspect transmission fluid level and condition, replace if required
Inspect front and rear differential oil
Inspect timing belt condition and tension
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

70,000 kms / 42 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect brake fluid level and colour
Inspect engine air filter condition
Inspect cabin pollen filter condition
Inspect exhaust system and mounting rubbers
Inspect battery and clean terminals
Inspect brake lines, hoses and callipers
Inspect front and rear disc brakes, pads and rotors
Inspect tyres, rotate if required, check tread depth and pressure
Inspect front and rear suspension components and bushes
Inspect steering linkages and power steering hoses
Inspect CV boots and drive shafts for splits
Inspect drive belts and tensioners
Inspect cooling system hoses and coolant concentration
Inspect transmission fluid level and condition
Inspect differential oil level
Inspect timing belt condition and tension
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

80,000 kms / 48 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Replace engine air filter (Air filter)
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Replace brake fluid (Brake fluid)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect exhaust system, catalytic converter and oxygen sensors
Inspect battery condition and load test
Inspect brake lines, hoses, callipers and brake pads
Inspect front and rear disc brakes, pads, rotors and wear sensors
Inspect tyres, rotate and balance, check tread depth and pressure
Inspect front and rear suspension, shock absorbers, bushes and springs
Inspect steering rack, tie rod ends and power steering fluid
Inspect CV boots, drive shafts and universal joints
Inspect drive belts and tensioners, replace if worn
Inspect cooling system hoses, radiator and water pump
Inspect transmission fluid level and condition
Inspect front and rear differential oil levels
Inspect timing belt condition and tension closely
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

90,000 kms / 54 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Replace spark plugs (Spark plugs)
Flush and replace engine coolant (Coolant)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect brake fluid level and colour
Inspect engine air filter condition
Inspect cabin pollen filter condition
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields
Inspect battery terminals and charging system
Inspect brake lines, hoses and callipers
Inspect front and rear disc brakes, pads and rotors
Inspect tyres, rotate if required, check tread depth and pressure
Inspect front and rear suspension components, shock absorbers and bushes
Inspect steering components and power steering system
Inspect CV boots, drive shafts and universal joints
Inspect drive belts and tensioners for wear
Inspect cooling system hoses, radiator and thermostat
Inspect transmission fluid level and condition, replace if required
Inspect front and rear differential oil
Inspect timing belt condition and tension, plan replacement
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

100,000 kms / 60 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Replace engine air filter (Air filter)
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Replace timing belt (Timing belt)
Replace water pump (Water pump)
Replace drive belts and tensioners (Drive belt)
Replace brake fluid (Brake fluid)
Replace transmission fluid and filter (Transmission fluid)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect exhaust system and catalytic converter
Inspect battery condition and alternator output
Inspect brake lines, hoses, callipers and brake boosters
Inspect front and rear disc brakes, pads, rotors and measure thickness
Inspect tyres, rotate and balance, check tread depth and pressure
Inspect front and rear suspension, shock absorbers, bushes and springs
Inspect steering rack, tie rod ends and power steering fluid
Inspect CV boots, drive shafts and universal joints for wear
Inspect cooling system hoses, radiator and thermostat operation
Inspect front and rear differential oil levels and condition
Inspect fuel lines and fuel filter condition
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

110,000 kms / 66 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect brake fluid level and colour
Inspect engine air filter condition
Inspect cabin pollen filter condition
Inspect exhaust system and mounting brackets
Inspect battery terminals and condition
Inspect brake lines, hoses and callipers
Inspect front and rear disc brakes, pads and rotors
Inspect tyres, rotate if required, check tread depth and pressure
Inspect front and rear suspension components and bushes
Inspect steering linkages and power steering hoses
Inspect CV boots and drive shafts
Inspect drive belts and tensioners
Inspect cooling system hoses and coolant level
Inspect transmission fluid level and condition
Inspect differential oil levels
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

120,000 kms / 72 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Replace engine air filter (Air filter)
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Replace spark plugs (Spark plugs)
Replace brake fluid (Brake fluid)
Replace transmission fluid and filter (Transmission fluid)
Replace fuel filter (Fuel filter)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect exhaust system, catalytic converter and oxygen sensors
Inspect battery condition and load test
Inspect brake lines, hoses, callipers and brake pads
Inspect front and rear disc brakes, pads, rotors and wear sensors
Inspect tyres, rotate and balance, check tread depth and pressure
Inspect front and rear suspension, shock absorbers, bushes and springs
Inspect steering rack, tie rod ends and power steering fluid
Inspect CV boots, drive shafts and universal joints
Inspect drive belts and tensioners
Inspect cooling system hoses, radiator and water pump
Inspect front and rear differential oil, replace if required
Inspect fuel lines and fuel pump operation
Inspect timing belt replacement interval
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

130,000 kms / 78 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect brake fluid level and colour
Inspect engine air filter condition
Inspect cabin pollen filter condition
Inspect exhaust system and mounting rubbers
Inspect battery terminals and charging system
Inspect brake lines, hoses and callipers
Inspect front and rear disc brakes, pads and rotors
Inspect tyres, rotate if required, check tread depth and pressure
Inspect front and rear suspension components and bushes
Inspect steering components and power steering system
Inspect CV boots and drive shafts
Inspect drive belts and tensioners
Inspect cooling system hoses and coolant concentration
Inspect transmission fluid level and condition
Inspect differential oil levels
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

140,000 kms / 84 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Replace engine air filter (Air filter)
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Replace brake fluid (Brake fluid)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect exhaust system and catalytic converter
Inspect battery condition and alternator output
Inspect brake lines, hoses, callipers and brake boosters
Inspect front and rear disc brakes, pads, rotors and measure thickness
Inspect tyres, rotate and balance, check tread depth and pressure
Inspect front and rear suspension, shock absorbers, bushes and springs
Inspect steering rack, tie rod ends and power steering fluid
Inspect CV boots, drive shafts and universal joints
Inspect drive belts and tensioners, replace if worn
Inspect cooling system hoses, radiator and thermostat
Inspect transmission fluid level and condition
Inspect front and rear differential oil levels
Inspect fuel lines and fuel filter condition
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

150,000 kms / 90 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Replace engine air filter (Air filter)
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Replace timing belt (Timing belt)
Replace water pump (Water pump)
Replace drive belts and tensioners (Drive belt)
Replace spark plugs (Spark plugs)
Flush and replace engine coolant (Coolant)
Replace brake fluid (Brake fluid)
Replace transmission fluid and filter (Transmission fluid)
Replace front differential oil
Replace rear differential oil
Replace fuel filter (Fuel filter)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect exhaust system, catalytic converter and oxygen sensors
Inspect battery condition and load test
Inspect brake lines, hoses, callipers and brake boosters
Inspect front and rear disc brakes, pads, rotors and wear sensors
Inspect tyres, rotate and balance, check tread depth and pressure
Inspect front and rear suspension, shock absorbers, bushes and springs
Inspect steering rack, tie rod ends and power steering fluid
Inspect CV boots, drive shafts and universal joints for wear
Inspect cooling system hoses, radiator and thermostat operation
Inspect fuel lines, fuel pump and fuel injectors
Inspect engine mounts and transmission mounts
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

160,000 kms / 96 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Replace brake fluid (Brake fluid)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect engine air filter condition
Inspect cabin pollen filter condition
Inspect exhaust system and mounting brackets
Inspect battery terminals and charging system
Inspect brake lines, hoses and callipers
Inspect front and rear disc brakes, pads and rotors
Inspect tyres, rotate if required, check tread depth and pressure
Inspect front and rear suspension components and bushes
Inspect steering linkages and power steering hoses
Inspect CV boots and drive shafts
Inspect drive belts and tensioners
Inspect cooling system hoses and coolant level
Inspect transmission fluid level and condition
Inspect differential oil levels
Inspect engine and transmission mounts
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

170,000 kms / 102 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Replace engine air filter (Air filter)
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect brake fluid level and colour
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields
Inspect battery condition and alternator output
Inspect brake lines, hoses and callipers
Inspect front and rear disc brakes, pads and rotors
Inspect tyres, rotate and balance, check tread depth and pressure
Inspect front and rear suspension, shock absorbers and bushes
Inspect steering rack and tie rod ends
Inspect CV boots, drive shafts and universal joints
Inspect drive belts and tensioners
Inspect cooling system hoses and radiator
Inspect transmission fluid level and condition
Inspect differential oil levels
Inspect fuel lines and fuel filter condition
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

180,000 kms / 108 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Replace engine air filter (Air filter)
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Replace spark plugs (Spark plugs)
Replace brake fluid (Brake fluid)
Replace transmission fluid and filter (Transmission fluid)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect exhaust system, catalytic converter and oxygen sensors
Inspect battery condition and load test
Inspect brake lines, hoses, callipers and brake pads
Inspect front and rear disc brakes, pads, rotors and wear sensors
Inspect tyres, rotate and balance, check tread depth and pressure
Inspect front and rear suspension, shock absorbers, bushes and springs
Inspect steering rack, tie rod ends and power steering fluid
Inspect CV boots, drive shafts and universal joints
Inspect drive belts and tensioners, replace if worn
Inspect cooling system hoses, radiator and water pump
Inspect front and rear differential oil, replace if required
Inspect fuel lines and fuel pump operation
Inspect engine and transmission mounts for wear
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

190,000 kms / 114 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect brake fluid level and colour
Inspect engine air filter condition
Inspect cabin pollen filter condition
Inspect exhaust system and mounting rubbers
Inspect battery terminals and charging system
Inspect brake lines, hoses and callipers
Inspect front and rear disc brakes, pads and rotors
Inspect tyres, rotate if required, check tread depth and pressure
Inspect front and rear suspension components and bushes
Inspect steering components and power steering system
Inspect CV boots and drive shafts
Inspect drive belts and tensioners
Inspect cooling system hoses and coolant concentration
Inspect transmission fluid level and condition
Inspect differential oil levels
Inspect timing belt replacement interval and condition
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

200,000 kms / 120 months

Replaced or topped up

Replace engine oil and filter
Replace sump plug washer
Replace engine air filter (Air filter)
Replace cabin air filter (Air filter)
Replace timing belt (Timing belt)
Replace water pump (Water pump)
Replace drive belts and tensioners (Drive belt)
Replace spark plugs (Spark plugs)
Flush and replace engine coolant (Coolant)
Replace brake fluid (Brake fluid)
Replace transmission fluid and filter (Transmission fluid)
Replace front differential oil
Replace rear differential oil
Replace fuel filter (Fuel filter)
Replace power steering fluid (Power steering fluid)
Top up windscreen washer fluid

Inspected and checked

Inspect exhaust system, catalytic converter and oxygen sensors
Inspect battery condition, alternator and starter motor
Inspect brake lines, hoses, callipers, brake boosters and ABS system
Inspect front and rear disc brakes, pads, rotors and wear sensors
Inspect tyres, rotate and balance, check tread depth and pressure
Inspect front and rear suspension, shock absorbers, bushes, springs and anti-roll bars
Inspect steering rack, tie rod ends, ball joints and power steering system
Inspect CV boots, drive shafts, universal joints and wheel bearings
Inspect cooling system hoses, radiator, thermostat and heater operation
Inspect fuel lines, fuel pump, fuel injectors and throttle body
Inspect engine mounts, transmission mounts and subframe bushes
Inspect air conditioning system operation and refrigerant level
Beyond 200,000 kms, repeat this major service at every interval
Reset service indicator
Check for outstanding recalls
Connect diagnostic system and check fault codes
Perform quality control road test

Choose your trim

3 2005 Toyota Kluger variants. Open yours for the exact specs, oils and filters.

2005 Toyota Kluger CV – 3.3L 3MZ-FE V6 petrol
2005 Toyota Kluger CVX – 3.3L 3MZ-FE V6 petrol
2005 Toyota Kluger Grande – 3.3L 3MZ-FE V6 petrol

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2005 Toyota Kluger service questions

How often should a 2005 Toyota Kluger be serviced?

Servistar's guide for the 2005 Toyota Kluger recommends a service every 10,000 km or 6 months, whichever comes first. Check your owner's manual and logbook, because the manufacturer's schedule and your warranty come first.

How much does a 2005 Toyota Kluger service cost?

A standard service for a 2005 Toyota Kluger usually costs about $179–$299. The final price depends on the workshop, and on any extra work the inspection turns up, so compare quotes before you book.

What oil does a 2005 Toyota Kluger use?

The guide lists 5W-30 API SL/SM. Confirm the grade for your exact engine in the owner's manual before topping up or changing the oil.

What is checked in a Toyota Kluger service?

A standard visit covers 17 items for the 2005 Toyota Kluger, including the engine oil and filter, brakes, tyres, fluids and a safety inspection. The full list is in the schedule above.

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