Page 1 4RUNNER ( Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS— Chapter 1- 1 Overview of instruments and controls Instrument panel overview Instrument cluster overview Indicator symbols on the instrument panel...
Page 2 4RUNNER ( Instrument panel overview 1. Side vents 2. Tilt steering lock release lever 3. Instrument cluster 4. Center vents 5. Garage door opener box or eyeglass holder 6. Electric moon roof switch 7. Personal lights 8. Glove box 9. Power door lock switches 10.
Page 3 4RUNNER ( 1. Clutch start cancel switch 2. Headlight and turn signal switch, and front fog light switch 3. Wiper and washer switches 4. Back window and rear view mirror de- foggers switch 5. Driving pattern selector button 6. Clock 7.
Page 4 4RUNNER ( 22. Power back window lock button (without power windows) 23. Back door lock switch (without power door lock)
Page 5 4RUNNER ( Instrument cluster overview 1. Service reminder indicators and 4. Speedometer 7. Trip meter reset knob indicator lights 5. Odometer and two trip meters 2. Engine coolant temperature gauge 6. Fuel gauge 3. Tachometer...
Page 6 4RUNNER ( Indicator symbols on the instrument panel ∗ 1 ∗ 1 Brake system warning light Open door warning light ∗ 1 ∗ 1 Driver’s seat belt reminder light SRS airbag warning light ∗ 1 ∗ 1 Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light Unengaged ”Park”...
Page 7 4RUNNER ( ∗ 2 Cruise control indicator light Driving pattern (”PWR” mode) indicator light Four- wheel drive indicator light Four- wheel drive indicator light Rear differential lock indicator light ∗ 1 : For details, see ”Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers”...
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Page 9 If you should lose your keys or if you glove box. need additional keys, duplicates can be Hood made by a Toyota dealer using the key To protect things locked in the glove box Theft deterrent system number. when you have your vehicle parked, leave the sub key with the attendant.
Page 10 When using a key containing a trans- 1. Master key (black)—This key works in ponder chip, observe the following every lock. Your Toyota dealer will precautions: need it to make you a new key with built- in transponder chip.
Page 11 4RUNNER ( z Do not cover the key grip with any material that cuts off electromagnet- ic waves. z Do not knock the key hard against other objects. z Do not leave the key exposed to high temperatures for a long period, such as on the dashboard and hood under the direct sunlight.
Page 12 Toyota dealer. need additional keys, duplicates can be the electronic code in the chip corre- made by a Toyota dealer using the key The indicator light stays on except sponds to the registered ID code for number.
Page 13 MADE IN JAPAN Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: For your Toyota dealer to make you a This device complies with Part 15 of the new key with built- in transponder chip, FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...
Page 14 4RUNNER ( Side doors Driver’s side LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY LOCKING UNLOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK BUTTON Front passenger’s side Insert the key into the keyhole and turn Move the lock button. To lock: Turn the key forward. To lock: Push the button downward.
Page 15 4RUNNER ( LOCKING UNLOCKING WITH Driver’s side POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH Push the switch. To lock: Push the switch on the front side. To unlock: Push the switch on the rear side. All the doors lock or unlock simultaneous- When the front side doors are locked from...
Page 16 4RUNNER ( —Wireless remote control Your vehicle has a wireless remote con- CAUTION trol system that can lock or unlock all the side doors and back door from a Before driving, be sure that the doors distance within approximately 1 m (3...
Page 17 Contact your Toyota dealer for The ”PANIC” switch is used to deter ve- At this time, you can hear a beep. hicle theft when you witness anyone at- details if you require it.
Page 18 If you lose your wireless remote control Do not disassemble it. communications. However, there is no transmitter, contact your Toyota dealer as Avoid knocking it hard against other guarantee that interference will not soon as possible to avoid the possibility objects or dropping it.
Page 19 4RUNNER ( For vehicles sold in Canada —Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. This device complies with RSS- 210 of —Increase the separation between the Industry Canada. Operation is subject to equipment and receiver. the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause interfer- —Connect the equipment into an out-...
Page 20 Toyota dealer. If you lose your transmitter, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to avoid the possibility of theft, or an acci- dent. 2. Remove the discharged transmitter bat- 3.
Page 21 4RUNNER ( Power windows The windows can be operated with the Window switch on each side door. lock button The power windows work when the ignition switch is in the ”ON” position. Key off operation: If both front side doors are closed, they work for 43 se- conds even after the ignition switch is turned off.
Page 22 4RUNNER ( Automatic operation: Push the switch completely down or pull it completely up, and then release it. The window will fully Window open or close. To stop the window part- lock button way, lightly move the switch in the oppo- site direction and then release it.
Page 23 4RUNNER ( Power back window You can also open the back window when CAUTION the back window wiper is working. At that time, the wiper stops working until the To avoid serious personal injury, you window is closed again. must do the following.
Page 24 4RUNNER ( Always make sure the head, hands and other parts of the body of all occupants are kept completely in- side the vehicle before you close the power back window. If some- one’s neck, head or hands gets caught...
Page 25 4RUNNER ( Back door Vehicles with wireless remote control sys- tem—To open the back window with the wireless remote control transmitter, see ”—Wireless remote control” in this chap- ter. LOCKING AND UNLOCKING WITH KEY When closing the back door, use the...
Page 26 4RUNNER ( Driver’s side CAUTION Driver’s side Keep the back window and back door closed while driving. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but also prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle. NOTICE To prevent damage to the back door...
Page 27 4RUNNER ( Hood Vehicles with wireless remote control sys- tem—To lock or unlock the back door, see ”—Wireless remote control” in this chap- ter. Type C To open the hood: 1. Pull the hood lock release lever. The LOCKING UNLOCKING WITH hood will spring up slightly.
Page 28 4RUNNER ( Theft deterrent system 2. In front of the vehicle, pull up the 3. Hold the hood open by inserting the To deter the vehicle theft, the system auxiliary catch lever and lift support rod into the slot. is designed to give an alarm if any of hood.
Page 29 4RUNNER ( The system will automatically be set after If the alarm has been activated and the 30 seconds. When the system is set, the key is not in the ignition switch, all the indicator light will start flashing again.
Page 30 The indicator lamp goes off after driving neck if the cap is suddenly re- several times. If the indicator lamp does moved. not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
Page 31 Key off operation— case of an accident. If all the doors are closed, it works for 43 Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank seconds even after the ignition switch is cap for replacement. It has a built- turned off. It stops working when any of in check valve to reduce fuel tank the doors is opened.
Page 32 4RUNNER ( Tilting operation— Always make sure nobody places To tilt up: Push the switch on the ”TILT his/her head, hands and other parts UP” side. of the body in the roof opening be- To lower: Push the switch on the ”TILT fore you close the roof.
Page 33 4RUNNER ( Seats Part 1 While the vehicle is being driven, all ve- Anti- glare inside rear view OPERATION OF hicle occupants should have the seatback mirror upright, sit well back in the seat and prop- INSTRUMENTS AND Vanity mirrors erly wear the seat belts provided.
Page 34 4RUNNER ( Front seats— —Adjusting front seats —Seat adjustment precautions (manual seat) Adjust the driver’s seat so that the foot While adjusting the seat, do not put pedals, steering wheel instrument your hands under the seat or near panel controls are within easy reach of the moving parts.
Page 35 4RUNNER ( —Adjusting front seats (power seat) 1. SEAT POSITION ADJUSTING LEVER 3. SEAT CUSHION ANGLE ADJUSTING KNOB Pull the lever up. Then slide the seat to the desired position with slight body Turn the knob either way. pressure and release the lever.
Page 36 4RUNNER ( Fold- down rear seats 1. SEAT POSITION AND SEAT CUSHION CAUTION ANGLE ADJUSTING SWITCH Move the control switch in the desired To reduce the risk of sliding under direction. the lap belt during a collision, avoid Releasing the switch will stop the seat at reclining the seatback any more than that position.
Page 37 4RUNNER ( 1. Swing the bottom cushion up by 2. Store the head restraint in the head 3. Unlock seatback fold pulling the lock release strap, and restraint retaining holes in the bot- down. remove the head restraint. tom cushion.
Page 38 4RUNNER ( Head restraints For your safety and comfort, adjust the CAUTION head restraint before driving. To raise: Pull it up. When returning the seats to their To lower: Push it down while pressing the original position: lock release button.
Page 39 4RUNNER ( Seat belts— —Seat belt precautions Toyota strongly urges that the driver and Do not allow the child to stand up or CAUTION passengers in the vehicle be properly re- kneel on either rear or front seats. An strained at all times with the seat belts...
Page 40 It also may normally, immediately contact your lock if you lean forward too quickly. A Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot slow, easy motion will allow the belt to extend, and you can move around freely.
Page 41 4RUNNER ( CAUTION Take up Always make sure the shoulder belt slack is positioned across the center of your shoulder. The belt should be Too high kept away from your neck, but not falling off your shoulder. Failure to do so could reduce the amount of protection in an accident and cause serious injuries in a collision.
Page 42 4RUNNER ( —Rear center seat belt Lengthen CAUTION High- positioned belts loose- fitting belts both could cause serious injuries due to sliding un- der the lap belt during a collision or other unintended result. Keep the lap belt positioned as low on hips as possible.
Page 43 If the seat belt does not function Keep as low on hips as possible normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot Remove excess length of the belt and...
Page 44 Failure to fol- charge. low these instructions could result in Please contact your local Toyota dealer so less effectiveness of the seat belt re- that the dealer can order the proper re- straint system in case of vehicle acci- quired length for the extender.
Page 45 If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat To connect the extender to the seat The driver and front passenger’s seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot...
Page 46 4RUNNER ( When a seat belt pretensioner is acti- vated, an operating noise may be heard and a small amount of smoke- like gas may be released. This gas is harmless and does not indicate that a fire is occur- ring.
Page 47 Modification of the front end struc- of the following conditions occurs, this ture indicates a malfunction of the airbags or z Attachment of a grille guard (bull pretensioners. Contact your Toyota dealer bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow, soon possible service winches or any other equipment to vehicle.
Page 48 4RUNNER ( SRS driver and front passenger airbags CAUTION A driver or front passenger too close to the steering wheel or dashboard during airbag deployment killed seriously injured. Toyota strongly recommends that: The driver sit as far back as pos-...
Page 49 4RUNNER ( However, this threshold velocity will be considerably higher if the vehicle strikes an object, such as a parked vehicle or sign pole, which can move or deform on impact, or if it is involved in an underride collision (e.g. a collision in which the nose Collision from thee rear of the vehicle ”underrides”, or goes under,...
Page 50 4RUNNER ( In a severe frontal impact, sensors detect deceleration and the system triggers the airbag inflators. Then a chemical reaction in the inflators momentarily fills the air- Hitting a curb, Falling into or bags with non- toxic gas to help restrain...
Page 51 4RUNNER ( A crash severe enough to inflate the air- CAUTION Improperly seated and/or restrained bags may break the windshield as the infants and children can be killed vehicle buckles. In vehicles with a pas- The SRS airbag system is designed...
Page 52 4RUNNER ( Move seat fully back Never put a rear- facing child re- A forward- facing child restraint sys- Do not sit on the edge of the seat straint system in the front seat be- tem should be allowed to put on...
Page 53 4RUNNER ( Do not modify or remove any wir- ing. Do not modify, remove, strike or open any components such as the steering wheel pad, steering wheel, column cover, front passen- ger airbag cover, front passenger airbag or airbag sensor assembly.
Page 54 Contact your the front end in the illustration) were involved in an Toyota dealer as soon as possible to ser- accident that did not cause the SRS z Repairs made on or near the front vice the vehicle. airbags to inflate.
Page 55 4RUNNER ( Child restraint— —Child restraint precautions —Child restraint system Toyota strongly urges the use of child A child restraint system for a small Toyota strongly urges use of restraint systems children small child or baby must itself be properly proper child restraint system which enough to use them.
Page 56 4RUNNER ( When not using the child restraint system, If your child restraint system does not CAUTION keep it secured with the seat belt or place provide any of the necessary parts, you it somewhere other than the passenger can purchase the following items from Never put a rear- facing child re- compartment.
Page 57 4RUNNER ( —Types of child restraint system Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types depending on the child’s age and size. (A) Infant seat (B) Convertible seat (C) Booster seat Install the child restraint system following the instructions provided by its manufac- turer.
Page 58 4RUNNER ( —Installation with 2- point type seat belt (A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION 1. Run the center lap belt through or CAUTION around the infant seat following the An infant seat is used in rear- facing instructions provided by its manufactur- position only.
Page 59 Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not 2. While pressing the infant seat firmly use the seat until the seat belt is CAUTION against the seat cushion and seatback, fixed. tighten the lap belt by pulling its free Push and pull the child restraint sys- end to hold the infant seat securely.
Page 60 4RUNNER ( 3. To remove the infant seat, press the (B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION buckle- release button. A convertible seat is used in forward- facing and rear- facing position depend- Do not put a rear- facing child re- ing on the child’s age and size. When...
Page 61 Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not 1. Run the center lap belt through or 2. While pressing convertible seat use the seat until the seat belt is around the convertible seat following firmly against the seat cushion and fixed.
Page 62 4RUNNER ( —Installation with 3- point type seat belt 3. To remove the convertible seat, press (A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION the buckle- release button. An infant seat is used in rear- facing position only. Push and pull the child restraint sys- tem in different directions to be sure it is secure.
Page 63 4RUNNER ( 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through CAUTION Do not put a rear- facing child re- or around the infant seat following the straint system in the rear seat if it instructions provided by its manufactur- Never put a rear- facing child re-...
Page 64 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it 3. While pressing the infant seat firmly Toyota dealer immediately. Do not in the lock mode. When the belt is against the seat cushion and seatback, use the seat until the seat belt is...
Page 65 4RUNNER ( 4. To remove the infant seat, press the (B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION CAUTION buckle- release button and allow the A convertible seat is used in forward- belt to retract completely. The belt will facing and rear- facing position depend-...
Page 66 4RUNNER ( Move seat fully back CAUTION A forward- facing child restraint sys- Do not put a rear- facing child re- tem should be allowed to put on straint system in the rear seat if it Never put a rear- facing child re-...
Page 67 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it Toyota dealer immediately. Do not or around the convertible seat following in the lock mode. When the belt is use the seat until the seat belt is...
Page 68 4RUNNER ( 3. While pressing convertible seat 4. To remove the convertible seat, press CAUTION firmly against the seat cushion and the buckle- release button and allow the seatback, let the shoulder belt retract belt to retract completely. The belt will...
Page 69 4RUNNER ( Move seat fully back (C) BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION 1. Sit the child on a booster seat. Run CAUTION the lap and shoulder belt through or A booster seat is used in forward- fac- around the booster seat and child fol- ing position only.
Page 70 Always make sure the shoulder belt child from injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not is positioned across the center of child’s shoulder. The belt should be use the seat until the seat belt is kept away from child’s neck, but fixed.
Page 71 Bolt If your child restraint system does not 730mm provide any of the necessary parts, ask Spacer (28.7 in.) your Toyota dealer. (See ”—Child restraint system”.) 380mm (15.0 in.) 380mm (15.0 in.) If your child restraint system requires...
Page 72 4RUNNER ( Tilt steering wheel Outside rear view mirrors— CAUTION Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. It may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in personal injuries. On some models, since the mirror...
Page 73 4RUNNER ( —Power Rear view mirror control —Folding rear view mirrors To adjust a mirror, use the switches. 1. Master switch—To select the mirror to be adjusted Place the switch at ”L” (left) or ”R” (right). 2. Control switch—To move...
Page 74 4RUNNER ( Anti- glare inside rear view mirror Vanity mirrors CAUTION Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. It may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in personal injuries. Type A...
Page 75 4RUNNER ( To use the vanity mirrors, swing down the sun visor and open the cover. Type B only—The vanity light comes on when you open the cover.
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Page 77 4RUNNER ( Headlights and turn signals Part 1 OPERATION OF NOTICE INSTRUMENTS AND To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the lights on CONTROLS— for a long period when the engine is not running. Chapter 1- 4...
Page 78 4RUNNER ( Emergency flashers High- Low beams—For high beams, turn TURN SIGNALS To turn on the emergency flashers, the headlights on and push the lever away push the switch. To signal a turn, push the headlight/ from you (position 1). Pull the lever to- turn signal lever up or down to position All the turn signal lights will flash.
Page 79 4RUNNER ( Instrument panel light control Front fog lights NOTICE To prevent the battery from being dis- charged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the en- gine is not running. To adjust the brightness of the instru- To turn on the front fog lights, twist ment panel lights, turn the knob.
Page 80 4RUNNER ( Interior light Personal lights Luggage compartment light To turn on the interior light, slide the To turn on the personal light, push the To turn on the luggage compartment switch. switch. To turn the lights off, push the light, slide the switch.
Page 81 4RUNNER ( Windshield wipers and washer (intermittent type) Ignition switch light To squirt washer fluid, pull the lever toward you. If the windshield wipers are off, they will operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. For instructions on adding washer fluid, see ”Adding washer fluid”...
Page 82 4RUNNER ( Windshield wipers and washer (mist type) Back window wiper and washer In freezing weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before using the washer. This will help prevent the washer fluid from freezing on your windshield, which can block your vision.
Page 83 4RUNNER ( Back window and outside rear view mirror defoggers Make sure you turn the defoggers off NOTICE when the surfaces are clear. Leaving the defoggers on for a long time could cause Do not operate the back window wip- the battery to discharge, especially during er if the back window is dry.
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Page 85 Gauges, Meters and The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does Service reminder not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as indicators soon as possible. Fuel gauge The gauge works when the ignition...
Page 86 4RUNNER ( Engine coolant temperature gauge Tachometer Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in stop- and- go traffic. Towing a trailer NOTICE z Do not remove the thermostat in the engine cooling system as this may cause the engine to overheat.
Page 87 4RUNNER ( Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers Odometer and two trip meters To change the meter display, quickly If the indicator or Do this. push and release the knob. The meter buzzer comes on... display changes in the order from the...
Page 88 4RUNNER ( (a) Brake System Warning Light If the indicator or Do this. If the indicator or Do this. This light has the following functions: buzzer comes on... buzzer comes on... Parking brake reminder Shift front drive If this light is on, make sure the parking control lever out of Fill up tank.
Page 89 Call a (d) Discharge Warning Light Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for If the brake fluid level is correct... This light warns that the battery is being assistance. Have the warning system checked by your discharged.
Page 90 Toyota dealer as soon as system. Contact your Toyota dealer as lock- up during sudden braking or braking possible.
Page 91 ”Adding washer fluid” in Chapter 7- 3.) ing buzzer does not function as described above, either the bulb is burned out or the circuit in need of repair. Have it checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
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Page 93 4RUNNER ( Ignition switch with steering lock Part 1 Vehicles with manual transmission— OPERATION OF You must push in the key to turn the key from ”ACC” to the ”LOCK” position. INSTRUMENTS AND Vehicles with automatic transmission— CONTROLS— You must shift the selector lever into the ”P”...
Page 94 4RUNNER ( NOTICE Do not leave the key in the ”ON” position if the engine is not running. The battery will discharge and the ignition could be damaged.
Page 95 4RUNNER ( Automatic transmission "Two- wheel drive models Overdrive switch Lock release button For selecting either a three- speed or four- speed To prevent misshifting transmission Parking, engine starting and key removal position Reverse position ON position OFF position O/D OFF indicator...
Page 96 4RUNNER ( Your automatic transmission has a shift 3. Release the parking brake and brake Vehicles with cruise control—When the lock system to minimize the possibility of pedal. Depress the accelerator pedal cruise control is being used, even if you incorrect operation.
Page 97 4RUNNER ( (f) Good driving practice NOTICE NOTICE If the transmission is repeatedly up- z Be careful not to overrev the en- Never shift into reverse while the ve- shifted and downshifted between third gine. Watch the tachometer to keep hicle is moving.
Page 98 The stuck, causing injury or damage to ”PWR” mode indicator light comes on. nearby people or objects. For ordinary driving, Toyota recommends using the ”NORM” mode to improve fuel economy. NOTICE (i) If you cannot shift the selector le- If you rock your vehicle, observe the ver out of ”P”...
Page 99 4RUNNER ( Automatic transmission "Four- wheel drive control Lock release button Overdrive switch To prevent misshifting For selecting either a three- speed or four- speed transmission Parking, engine starting and key removal position Reverse position ON position OFF position ”O/D OFF” indicator...
Page 100 4RUNNER ( Your automatic transmission has a shift Always turn the overdrive switch on for Shift into the ”2” position. The trans- lock system to minimize the possibility of better fuel economy and quieter driving. If mission will downshift to the second incorrect operation.
Page 101 4RUNNER ( Vehicles with cruise control—When the NOTICE z Do not continue hill climbing or cruise control is being used, even if you hard towing for a long time in the downshift the transmission by turning off z Be careful not to overrev the en- ”2”...
Page 102 ”PWR” mode indicator light comes on. stuck, causing injury or damage to CAUTION For ordinary driving, Toyota recommends nearby people or objects. using the ”NORM” mode to improve fuel Always keep your foot on the brake economy.
Page 103 4RUNNER ( Manual transmission (i) If you cannot shift the selector le- Recommended shifting speeds ver out of ”P” position The transmission is fully synchronized and If you cannot shift the selector lever from upshifting or downshifting is easy. the ”P” position even though the brake...
Page 104 4RUNNER ( Downshift to the appropriate gear if accel- 5VZ- FE engine Good driving practice eration is needed when you are cruising gear km/h (mph) If it is difficult to shift into reverse, put below the above downshifting speeds. ”H2” and ”H4”...
Page 105 4RUNNER ( Four- wheel drive system— (a) Front drive control (a) Front drive control (lever type) (lever/button type) ”N” (neutral position): Lever at ”N” No power is delivered to the wheels. The vehicle must be stopped. ”L4” (low speed position, four- wheel drive): Lever at ”L4”...
Page 106 4RUNNER ( (b) A.D.D. (automatic disconnecting differential) Use the front drive control lever and ”H4L” mode (high speed position, four- ”4WD” button to select the transfer and wheel drive, center differential locked): center differential modes. Lever at ”H4L” ”H2” mode (high speed position, two- Use this for greater traction when you wheel drive): Lever at ”H2·H4”, ”4WD”...
Page 107 4RUNNER ( (c) Shifting procedure (lever type with manual transmission) The A.D.D. can be engaged or disen- SHIFTING BETWEEN ”H2” AND ”H4” With A.D.D. gaged by the shifting operations des- Without A.D.D. To shift from ”H2” to ”H4”, reduce your cribed in ”(c) Shifting procedure”.
Page 108 4RUNNER ( (c) Shifting procedure (lever type with automatic transmission) SHIFTING BETWEEN ”H4” AND ”L4” SHIFTING BETWEEN ”H2” AND ”H4” With A.D.D. To shift from ”H4” to ”L4, stop the ve- Without A.D.D. To shift from ”H2” to ”H4”, reduce your...
Page 109 4RUNNER ( (c) Shifting procedure (lever/button type) SHIFTING BETWEEN ”H2” MODE AND To shift from ”H4” mode to ”H2” mode, NOTICE ”H4” MODE push the ”4WD” button again to turn it off. Do not drive on a dry paved surface To shift from ”H2”...
Page 110 4RUNNER ( Rear differential lock system To shift from ”L4L” to ”H4L”, stop the CAUTION vehicle and put the transmission in ”N”. With your foot holding down the brake Do not use the rear differential lock pedal, move the front drive control lever.
Page 111 4RUNNER ( The anti- lock brake system does not oper- The differential will also unlock if you shift ate when the rear differential is locked. It the front drive control lever out of ”L4”. is normal operation for the ”ABS” warning Never forget to turn off the switch after light to be on at this time.
Page 112 4RUNNER ( Parking brake Cruise control The cruise control allows you to cruise CAUTION the vehicle at a desired speed over 40 km/h (25 mph) even with your foot off Before driving, be sure the parking the accelerator pedal. brake is fully released and the park- Your cruising speed can be maintained up ing brake reminder light is off.
Page 113 4RUNNER ( you need acceleration—for example, when passing—depress accelerator pedal enough for the vehicle to exceed the set speed. When you release it, the vehicle will return to the speed set prior to the acceleration. CAUTION For manual transmission: While driving with the cruise control...
Page 114 While the pedal, cruise control is cancelled. If this is the case, contact your Toyota lever is held up, the vehicle will gradually RESUMING THE PRESET SPEED dealer and have your vehicle inspected.
Page 115 4RUNNER ( Clutch start cancel switch (four- wheel drive models with manual transmission) Never use the switch for normal engine starting. Be sure to follow the starting procedure instructed in ”How to start the engine” in Part 3. To crank the engine without depressing the clutch pedal, push the switch with the ignition on.
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Page 117 4RUNNER ( Car audio system— —Reference Part 1 OPERATION OF Air conditioning system Controls INSTRUMENTS AND Air flow selector settings CONTROLS— Operating tips Instrument panel vents Chapter 1- 7 D Rear heater system Car audio system and Air conditioning system...
Page 118 —Using your audio system: some basics This section describes some of the basic TONE AND BALANCE features on Toyota audio systems. Some For details about your system’s tone and information may not pertain to your sys- balance controls, see the description of tem.
Page 119 (The player will ing your Toyota through an automatic errors or interfere with the ejection of automatically eject a disc if the label side car wash.
Page 120 4RUNNER ( —Using your audio system: controls and features "Type 1 Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows.
Page 121 4RUNNER ( 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) (Reverse/Fast forward buttons) These buttons are used to preset and Push ”AM” to switch the AM band. ”AM” Cassette Player tune in radio stations. will appear on the display. Push the fast forward button to fast for-...
Page 122 If the malfunction is not rectified, take CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly until ”BAL” er and automatic changer. your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. appears on the display. Then turn the If the player malfunctions, your audio sys- knob to adjust the left/right balance.
Page 123 4RUNNER ( ∗ Dolbyr B NR RAND (Random) Push ”FM” to switch the FM band. ”FM1” There are two random features—you can If you are listening to a tape that was or ”FM2” will appear on the display. This either listen to the tracks on all the com-...
Page 124 4RUNNER ( RPT (Repeat) SCAN Compact disc player There are two repeat features—you can Radio There are two scan features—you can ei- either replay a disc track or a whole com- ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or You can either scan all the frequencies on pact disc.
Page 125 Your radio automatically changes to stereo Tuning reception when a stereo broadcast is re- Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio ceived. ”ST” appears on the display. If the (ETR). Push and release the ” ” (up) or signal becomes weak, the radio reduces ”...
Page 126 4RUNNER ( "Type 2 Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows.
Page 127 4RUNNER ( 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) (Reverse/Fast forward buttons) These buttons are used to preset and Push ”AM” to switch the AM band. ”AM” Cassette Player tune in radio stations. will appear on the display. Push the fast forward button to fast for-...
Page 128 If the malfunction is not rectified, take CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly until ”FAd” er and automatic changer. your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. appears on the display. Then turn the If the player malfunctions, your audio sys- knob to adjust the front/rear balance.
Page 129 4RUNNER ( ∗ Dolbyr B NR MTL (Metal) Display RAND (Random) If a metal or chrome equivalent cassette There are two random features—you can If you are listening to a tape that was tape is put in the cassette player, the...
Page 130 4RUNNER ( RPT (Repeat) Compact disc auto changer only— To scan all the frequencies: Quickly push and release ”SCAN”. If you Cassette Player Repeating a disc: hear a beep, you held the button too long, Push and hold ”RPT” until you hear a Push ”RPT”...
Page 131 4RUNNER ( Compact disc auto changer only— Cassette Player The track number you select is not valid if it is higher than the number of tracks Scanning for the first tracks of all the By using this button, you can skip up or remaining on the current cassette side.
Page 132 ST (Stereo reception) display TUNE (Tuning) Your radio automatically changes to stereo Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio reception when a stereo broadcast is re- (ETR). Push and release the ” ” (up) or ceived. ”ST” appears on the display. If the ”...
Page 133 4RUNNER ( "Type 3 Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows.
Page 134 4RUNNER ( 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) AUDIO CONTROL / MODE (Reverse/Fast forward buttons) These buttons are used to preset and Manual tone adjustment function— If you want to fast forward or reverse tune in radio stations.
Page 135 If the malfunction is not rectified, take CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly until ”BAL” disc player and automatic changer. your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. appears on the display. Then turn the If the player malfunctions, your audio sys- knob to adjust the left/right balance.
Page 136 4RUNNER ( RAND (Random) RPT (Repeat) SCAN There are two random features—you can There are two repeat features—you can Radio either listen to the tracks on all the com- either replay a disc track or a whole com- You can either scan all the frequencies on pact discs in the magazine in random or- pact disc.
Page 137 Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio scan the first tracks of all the discs in the ceived. ”ST” appears on the display. If the (ETR).
Page 138 4RUNNER ( "Type 4 Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows.
Page 139 4RUNNER ( 1 2 3 4 5 6 (Preset buttons) AM·FM (Reverse/Fast forward buttons) These buttons are used to preset and Push ”AM·FM” to switch between the AM Cassette Player tune in radio stations. and FM bands.”AM”, ”FM1” or ”FM2” will Push the fast forward button to fast for- appear on the display.
Page 140 If the malfunction is not rectified, take CONTROL / MODE” repeatedly until ”FAd” disc player and automatic changer. your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. appears on the display. Then turn the If the player malfunctions, your audio sys- knob to adjust the front/rear balance.
Page 141 4RUNNER ( ∗ Dolbyr B NR PROG (Program) Random playing for the tracks on a disc: Quickly push and release ”RAND”. ”RAND” Push ”PROG” to select the other side of If you are listening to a tape that was will appear on the display. The disc you a cassette tape.
Page 142 4RUNNER ( Compact Disc Player SCAN Compact disc player There are two repeat features—you can Radio There are two scan features—you can ei- either replay a disc track or a whole com- ther scan the tracks on a specific disc or You can either scan all the frequencies on pact disc.
Page 143 4RUNNER ( SEEK (Seeking) When counting the number of tracks you SKIP want to rewind, remember to count the Radio The skip feature allows you to fast for- current track as well. For example, if you ward past long stretches of blank tape.
Page 144 AM signals. And of course, radio signals Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio other large objects. Increasing the bass have a limited range, and the farther you (ETR).
Page 145 4RUNNER ( Use high- quality cassettes. Fading—AM broadcasts are reflected by Low- quality cassette tapes can cause the upper atmosphere—especially at night. many problems, including poor sound, These reflected signals can interfere with inconsistent playing speed, those received directly from the radio sta- constant auto- reversing.
Page 146 4RUNNER ( If moisture gets into your compact disc CAUTION player, you may not hear any sound even though your compact disc player Compact disc players use invisible la- appears to be working. Remove the ser beam which could cause hazard-...
Page 147 4RUNNER ( Air conditioning system— —Controls (type 1) 1. Air Intake Selector 2. Temperature Selector 3. Air Flow Selector 4. Fan Speed Selector 5. ”A/C” Button (on some models)
Page 148 4RUNNER ( Fan speed selector For details about air flow selector settings, see the illustration after ”A/C” button. Move the lever to adjust the fan speed— to the right to increase, to the left to Turning the Air Flow Selector to wind- decrease.
Page 149 If this happens, take your ve- hicle to a Toyota dealer for service. Air intake selector Move the lever to select the air source. 1. Recirculate—Recirculates the air inside the vehicle.
Page 150 4RUNNER ( —Air flow selector settings (type 1) —Operating tips (type 1) To cool off your Toyota after it has been parked in the hot sun, drive with the windows open for a few minutes. This vents the hot air, allowing the air conditioning to cool the interior more quickly.
Page 151 4RUNNER ( Heating Air conditioning Defogging For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: The inside of the windshield For best results, set controls to: Fan speed—Any setting except ”OFF” Fan speed—Any setting except ”OFF” Temperature—Towards WARM Temperature—Towards COLD...
Page 152 4RUNNER ( Defrosting The outside of the windshield For best results, set controls to: Fan speed—Any setting except ”OFF” Temperature—Towards WARM (red zone) Air intake—FRESH (outside air) Air flow—WINDSHIELD Air conditioning—OFF Turning the Air Flow Selector to wind- shield position turns on the defroster to clear the front view more quickly.
Page 153 4RUNNER ( Air conditioning system— —Controls (type 2) 1. Air Intake Selector 2. Windshield Air Flow Button 3. ”A/C” Button 4. Fan Speed Selector 5. ”OFF” Button 6. ”MODE” Button (air flow selector) 7. Temperature Selector 8. ”AUTO” Button...
Page 154 4RUNNER ( ”AUTO” button For details about air flow selector settings, see the illustration after ”A/C” button. For automatic operation of the air condi- tioning, press the ”AUTO” button. An indi- cator light will illuminate to show that the automatic operation mode has been se- lected.
Page 155 If this happens, take your ve- hicle to a Toyota dealer for service. Windshield air flow button Air intake selector When this button is pressed, air flows Press the button to select the air source.
Page 156 4RUNNER ( —Air flow selector settings (type 2) —Operating tips (type 2) To cool off your Toyota after it has been parked in the hot sun, drive with the windows open for a few minutes. This vents the hot air, allowing the air conditioning to cool the interior more quickly.
Page 157 4RUNNER ( Heating Air conditioning Ventilation For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: For best results, set controls to: —For automatic operation —For automatic operation —For automatic operation Press in the ”AUTO” button. Press in the ”AUTO” button.
Page 158 4RUNNER ( Defogging and defrosting At this time, the ”A/C” button indicator —The outside of the windshield comes on regardless of whether the ”A/C” —The inside of the windshield For best results, set controls to: button is pressed in or not.
Page 159 4RUNNER ( —Instrument panel vents If air flow control is not satisfactory, check the instrument panel vents. The instrument panel vents may be opened or closed as shown. Side vents Lower vent...
Page 160 4RUNNER ( —Rear heater system 1. Fan Speed Selector 2. Temperature Selector Fan speed selector Push the switch toward ”HI” or ”LO”. Temperature selector Place the lever anywhere except the ”OFF” position.
Page 161 4RUNNER ( Clock Part 1 If the electrical power source has been OPERATION OF disconnected from the clock, the time dis- play will automatically be set to 1:00 (one INSTRUMENTS AND o’clock). CONTROLS— When instrument panel lights turned on, the brightness of the time in- dication will be reduced.
Page 162 ”ACC” position. display. Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed When the air conditioning system is on, pushing the button once indicates the out- Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or side temperature second time equivalent for replacement.
Page 163 4RUNNER ( Power outlets ASHTRAY The power outlets are designed for power supply for car accessories. To use the ashtray, pull it out. The key must be in the ”ACC” or ”ON” When finished with your cigarette, thor- position for the power outlet to be used.
Page 164 4RUNNER ( Glove box Garage door opener box To use the glove box, do this. The box is designed to store a garage Remove the paper strip covering the adhe- door opener transmitter. sive on back side of loop and adhere loop To open: Pull the lever.
Page 165 4RUNNER ( Please note if transmitter has wire clip for Place the transmitter with Velcro loop fac- Remove spacers from the box. Place the sun visor, this clip must be removed prior ing inside of box into the box. Make sure largest spacer on the pin that would be to adhesion of the Velcro.
Page 166 4RUNNER ( Put the remained spacers back in its place. CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the garage door opener box closed while driving. When the garage door opener transmitter...
Page 167 4RUNNER ( Eyeglass holder Auxiliary box NOTICE In hot weather, inside of the vehicle becomes very hot. Do not leave any- thing flammable or deformable such as a lighter, the glasses, etc. inside. To use the eyeglass holder, open the To open the box, turn the two knobs.
Page 168 4RUNNER ( Warning reflector holder Card holder Cup holders Front The auxiliary box is equipped with two The card holder is located on the inner straps to hold the warning reflector. side of the console box lid. To use the holder, open the lid.
Page 169 4RUNNER ( Tie- down hooks Luggage cover The cup holders are designed for hold- ing cups or drink- cans securely in its holes. To use the rear cup holder, pull it out. CAUTION Do not place anything else other than cups or drink- cans on the cup...
Page 170 4RUNNER ( Floor mat To remove the luggage cover: Use a floor mat of the correct size. CAUTION 1. Detach its hooks from the head re- If the floor carpet and floor mat have a straints. hole, then it is designed for use with a Make sure the floor mat is properly locking clip.
Page 171 4RUNNER ( Off- road vehicle precautions Part 2 INFORMATION CAUTION BEFORE DRIVING Always observe the following precau- tions to minimize the risk of serious YOUR TOYOTA personal injury or damage to your ve- hicle: Off- road vehicle precautions Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneu- vers, if at all possible.
Page 172 To help prevent gas station mix- ups, your objects, etc. This may cause loss of to the future economy and long life of Toyota has a new smaller fuel tank open- control or vehicle rollover. You are your vehicle: ing. The special nozzle on pumps with also risking expensive damage to Do not drive over 88 km/h (55 mph).
Page 173 Toyota recommends the use of gasolines If your engine knocks... that meet the AAMA specification, if avail- If you use gasohol in your Toyota, be If you detect heavy knocking even when able, for improved driveability and emis- sure that it is unleaded, has an octane using the recommended fuel, or if you sion control system.
Page 174 4RUNNER ( Operation in foreign countries Three- way catalytic converter If you plan to drive your Toyota in NOTICE another country... z Do use gasohol other than First, comply with the vehicle registration stated above. It will cause fuel sys- laws.
Page 175 The fuel level; running out of fuel could as possible. Remember, your Toyota exhaust gas is very hot. cause the engine to misfire, creat- dealer knows your vehicle and its...
Page 176 4RUNNER ( Facts about engine oil consumption Engine exhaust cautions FUNCTIONS OF ENGINE OIL CAUTION Keep the back door and back win- Engine oil has the primary functions of dow closed while driving. An open lubricating and cooling the inside of the Avoid inhaling the engine exhaust.
Page 177 More oil is consumed by high- speed driv- regularly. Toyota recommends that the oil ing and frequent acceleration and decel- level be checked every time you refuel Your engine is fitted with twin ground eration.
Page 178 4RUNNER ( Brake system TANDEM MASTER CYLINDER BRAKE Even if the power assist is com- Effective way to press the ”ABS” brake SYSTEM pletely lost, the brakes will still pedal: When the anti- lock brake system The tandem master cylinder brake system work.
Page 179 Driving on rough, gravel or snow- cov- the parts monitored by the warning light ered roads. system. Contact your Toyota dealer as Driving with tire chains installed. soon as possible to service the vehicle. Driving on roads where the road sur-...
Page 180 Locating the weight as far for- sudden braking or braking on slippery ward as possible helps maintain bal- road surfaces. Have your vehicle checked ance. by your Toyota dealer as soon as pos- sible. For better fuel economy, do not carry unneeded weight. CAUTION...
Page 181 Do not load the vehicle beyond the This is the primary identification number vehicle capacity weight specified in for your Toyota. It is used in registering Part 8. the ownership of your vehicle.
Page 182 4RUNNER ( Theft prevention labels (except for Canada) —Engine number The engine number is stamped on the Your new vehicle carries theft preven- engine block as shown. tion labels which are approximately 56 mm (2.20 in.) by 16 mm (0.63 in.).
Page 183 4RUNNER ( Suspension and chassis Types of tires Determine what kind of tires your ve- CAUTION CAUTION hicle is originally equipped with. 1. Summer tires Do not modify the suspension/chassis Do not mix summer and all season Summer tires are high- speed capability with lift kits, spacers, springs, etc.
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Page 185 4RUNNER ( How to start the engine— (a) Before cranking Before starting the engine Part 3 1. Check the area around the vehicle be- 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. STARTING AND DRIV- fore entering it. 2. Turn off unnecessary lights and acces- 2.
Page 186 See ”If your vehicle will not start” in Part ing brake pulled. If they still do not work safely, pull to the side of the road and call a Toyota dealer for assistance.
Page 187 4RUNNER ( Four- wheel drive models—Toyota rec- To drive down a long or steep hill, continue normal driving ommends not using four- wheel drive on reduce your speed and downshift. when the brakes are wet. If they are dry hard- surfaced roads, because four-...
Page 188 4RUNNER ( Off- road driving precautions When driving your vehicle off- road, please CAUTION driver passengers observe the following precautions to en- should fasten their seat belts whe- sure your driving enjoyment and to help Always observe the following precau- never the vehicle is moving.
Page 189 ”Toyota Long Life Coolant” or equivalent. harder starting. If you are not sure about z Always perform a maintenance in- which oil to use, call your Toyota dealer— See Chapter 7- 2 for details about coolant spection after each day of off- road he will be pleased to help.
Page 190 5VZ- FE engine overload your vehicle or trailer. Ask your 2267 kg (5000 lb.) Keep ice and snow from accumulating local Toyota dealer for further details be- under the fenders. If towing a trailer and cargo weigh- fore towing. ing over 907 kg (2000 lb.), it is...
Page 191 4RUNNER ( Exceeding the maximum weight of The gross vehicle weight must not the trailer, the vehicle, or the ve- exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight hicle and trailer combination, can Rating (GVWR) indicated cause an accident resulting in seri- Certification Label. The gross vehi- ous personal injuries.
Page 192 Toyota recommends trailers with designed for the total trailer weight. brakes that conform to any applica- Toyota does not recommend using a ble federal and state/provincial regu- weight distribution (load equalizing) lations. hitch. A safety chain must always be used...
Page 193 BREAK- IN SCHEDULE PRE- TOWING SAFETY CHECK Never tow a trailer without using a Toyota recommends that you do not Check that your vehicle remains level safety chain securely attached to tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a when a loaded or unloaded trailer is both the trailer and the vehicle.
Page 194 4RUNNER ( TRAILER TOWING TIPS Because stopping distance may be in- Crosswinds and rough roads will ad- creased, vehicle- to- vehicle distance versely affect handling of your vehicle When towing a trailer, your vehicle will should be increased when towing a and trailer, causing sway.
Page 195 4RUNNER ( Because of the added load of the trail- When restarting out after parking on a Slow down and downshift before er, your vehicle’s engine may overheat slope: descending steep or long downhill on hot days temperatures over 1. With the transmission in ”P” position grades.
Page 196 4RUNNER ( How to save fuel and make your vehicle last longer, too Getting more kilometers/mileage from a Avoid continuous speeding up and Keep the bottom of your vehicle free liter/gallon of fuel is easy—just take it slowing down. Stop- and- go driving from mud, etc.
Page 197 If your engine stalls while they work, your key may be broken. Have fire hazard. driving the key checked at your Toyota dealer. If none of your keys work, the system is If your vehicle overheats If the engine turns over at its normal possibly broken.
Page 198 If the engine still will not start, it needs correct. Batteries contain sulfuric acid adjustment or repair. Call a Toyota dealer which is poisonous and corrosive. or qualified repair shop for assistance. Wear protective safety glasses when jump starting, and avoid spilling NOTICE acid on your skin, clothing, or ve- hicle.
Page 199 4RUNNER ( JUMP STARTING PROCEDURE Discharged Jumper cable 1. If the booster battery is installed in battery another vehicle, make sure the vehicles are not touching. Turn off all unneces- sary lights and accessories. Booster 2. If required, remove all the vent plugs...
Page 200 4RUNNER ( If your engine stalls while driving Do not connect it to or near any part If your engine stalls while driving... that moves when engine 1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping cranked. a straight line. Move cautiously off the road to a safe place.
Page 201 You should have it checked as 4. If the engine drive belt is broken or the Wait until the steam subsides before soon as possible at your Toyota dealer. coolant is leaking, stop the engine im- opening the hood. If there is no coolant mediately.
Page 202 4RUNNER ( If you have a flat tire— 1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping NOTICE Stop the vehicle on a level firm a straight line. Move cautiously off the ground, firmly set the parking brake road to a safe place well away from Do not continue driving with a de- and put the transmission in ”P”...
Page 203 4RUNNER ( —Required tools and spare tire Cover (on some models) 1. Get the required tools and spare Turn the jack joint by hand. To remove the spare tire: tire. To remove: Turn the joint in direction 1 1. Insert the end of the jack handle into 1.
Page 204 4RUNNER ( —Blocking the wheel —Removing wheel ornament 3. Remove the wheel ornament. Pry off the wheel ornament, using the beveled end of the wheel nut wrench as shown. CAUTION Do not try to pull off the ornament by hand. Take due care in handling the ornament to avoid unexpected person- al injury.
Page 205 4RUNNER ( —Loosening wheel nuts —Positioning the jack —Raising your vehicle Front Rear 4. Loosen all the wheel nuts. 5. Position the jack at the correct jack 6. After making sure that no one is in point as shown. the vehicle, raise it high enough so Always loosen the wheel nuts before rais- that the spare tire can be installed.
Page 206 4RUNNER ( —Changing wheels CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle supported jack alone. 7. Remove the wheel nuts and change Before putting on wheels, remove any cor- tires. rosion on the mounting surfaces with a wire brush or such. Installation of wheels...
Page 207 4RUNNER ( —Reinstalling wheel nuts —Lowering your vehicle CAUTION When lowering the vehicle, make sure all portions of your body and all oth- er persons around will not be injured the vehicle is lowered to the ground. 8. Reinstall all the wheel nuts finger 9.
Page 208 4RUNNER ( If your vehicle needs to be towed— —Reinstalling wheel ornament —After changing wheels 11. Check the air pressure of the re- placed tire. Adjust the air pressure to the specification (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck— designated in Part 8. If the pressure is —From front...
Page 209 Only when you cannot receive a towing Two- wheel drive models— service from a Toyota dealer or com- (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck mercial tow truck service, tow your ve- hicle carefully in accordance with the From front—...
Page 210 4RUNNER ( From rear—Place the ignition key in the Four- wheel drive models— From rear—We recommend using a tow- ”ACC” position. ing dolly under the front wheels. If you do (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck not use a towing dolly, place the ignition From front—...
Page 211 All models— If towing is necessary, we recommend you to have it done by your Toyota (c) Towing with sling type truck CAUTION dealer or a commercial tow truck ser- vice.
Page 212 4RUNNER ( —Removing towing hook cover for emergency towing (four- wheel drive models) 1. Use a phillips- head screwdriver and re- NOTICE move the clip. Use only a cable or chain specifically 2. Unhook the towing hook cover. intended for use in towing vehicles.
Page 213 If the towing vehicle can hardly move, do not forcibly continue the towing. Contact your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck service for assistance. Tow the vehicle as straight ahead as possible.
Page 214 2. Pry up the cover with a flat- bladed 2. Pry up the cover with a flat- bladed keep the brake pedal depressed. screwdriver or equivalent. screwdriver or equivalent. Be sure to have the system checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
Page 215 Even if you lose only one key, contact lever. your Toyota dealer to make a new key. If 4. Shift into ”N” position. you lose all your master keys, you cannot 5. Insert the cover.
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Page 217 Now, it is up to you. Proper High temperatures will cause corrosion care of your Toyota can help ensure long- to those components of the vehicle Protecting your Toyota from term corrosion prevention. which are prevented from quick- drying...
Page 218 We recommend See ”Washing and waxing your Toyota” for When driving in the areas where there that the fittings and the area where the more tips.
Page 219 Be sure to polish and wax ing your Toyota through an automatic the chrome trim as well as the paint. NOTICE car wash. On models with detachable 3.
Page 220 4RUNNER ( Cleaning the interior NOTICE NOTICE CAUTION Do not use solvent, thinner, gasoline z Do not use dye or bleach on the Do not wash the vehicle floor with or window cleaner on the interior. belts—it may weaken them.
Page 221 Toyota, your local z If you use a liquid car freshener, do alkaline or acid solutions for clean- Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer not apill the liquid onto the ve- leather these could them.
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Page 223 Toyota dealer will be dating this warranty. See ”Owner’s War- pleased to do them at a nominal cost.
Page 224 They learn to work on ment” for the details. vehicle to your Toyota dealer or a quali- Toyotas before they work on your vehicle, fied service shop immediately. It is recom- rather than while they are working on it.
Page 225 4RUNNER ( Tire surface and wheel nuts INSIDE THE VEHICLE Seat belts Check the tires carefully for cuts, damage Items listed below should be checked Check that the seat belt system such as or excessive wear. See Chapter 7- 2 for regularly, e.g.
Page 226 4RUNNER ( Does your vehicle need repairing? Automatic transmission ”Park” mecha- Brake fluid level Be on the alert for changes in perfor- nism mance, sounds, and visual tip- offs that Make sure the brake fluid level is correct. indicate service is needed. Some impor- Check the lock release button of the se- See Chapter 7- 2 for additional information.
Page 227 4RUNNER ( If you notice any of these clues, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. It probably needs adjustment or repair. CAUTION Do not continue driving with the ve- hicle unchecked. It could result in se- rious vehicle damage and possibly personal injury.
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Page 229 4RUNNER ( Part 7 DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE— Chapter 7- 1 Introduction Engine compartment overview Fuse locations Do- it- yourself service precautions Parts and tools...
Page 230 4RUNNER ( Engine compartment overview "3RZ- FE engine 1. Windshield and back window washer fluid tank 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Fuse block 5. Battery 6. Engine coolant reservoir 7. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Engine oil level dipstick...
Page 231 4RUNNER ( "5VZ- FE engine 1. Windshield and back window washer fluid tank 2. Power steering fluid reservoir 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Fuse block 6. Battery 7. Engine coolant reservoir 8. Engine oil level dipstick...
Page 232 Read separate Toyota Warranty statement for details and suggestions. This part gives instructions only for those items that are relatively easy for an owner to perform. As explained in Part 6, there...
Page 233 4RUNNER ( NOTICE CAUTION Use eye protection whenever you work under your vehicle z Remember that battery and ignition When the engine is running, keep where you may be exposed to flying cables carry high currents or volt- or falling material, fluid spray, etc.
Page 234 Rag or paper towel filter removed, or excessive engine nance. Remember all Toyota parts are de- wear could result. Also backfiring Funnel (only for adding fluid) signed in metric sizes, so your tools must could cause a fire in the engine be metric.
Page 235 4RUNNER ( Adding washer fluid Parts: Water Washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use) Tools: Funnel Replacing light bulbs Parts: Bulb with same number and wattage rating as original (See charts in ”Re- placing light bulbs” in Chapter 7- 3.)
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Page 237 4RUNNER ( Checking the engine oil level Part 7 If the oil level is below or only slightly DO- IT- YOURSELF above the low level, add engine oil of Low level Full level the same type as already in the engine.
Page 238 4RUNNER ( ENGINE OIL SELECTION Oil identification marks Use API grade SJ, ”Energy- Conserving” Either or both API registered marks are or ILSAC multigrade engine oil. added to some oil containers to help you select the oil you should use.
Page 239 Read the coolant container for information If you can find no leak, have your Toyota on freeze protection. Follow the manufac- dealer test the cap pressure and check turer’s directions for how much to mix for leaks in the cooling system.
Page 240 4RUNNER ( Checking brake fluid Checking power steering fluid Remove and replace the reservoir cover by hand. If cold add Use only newly opened brake fluid. Once If cold O.K. opened, brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air, and excess moisture can cause a dangerous loss of braking.
Page 241 If the caps If a tire frequently needs refilling, have it have been lost, have new ones put on checked by your Toyota dealer. as soon as possible.
Page 242 When a tire is replaced, the wheel REPLACING YOUR TIRES The tires on your Toyota have built- in should always be balanced. tread wear indicators to help you know When replacing a tire, use only the An unbalanced wheel may affect vehicle when the tires need replacement.
Page 243 TIRE CHAIN SELECTION size, construction and load capacity as Use the tire chains of correct size. the original tires on your Toyota. Regulations regarding the use of tire Do not use tires other than those men- chains vary according to location or tioned above.
Page 244 Correct replacement wheels are available at your Toyota dealer. A wheel of a different size or type may adversely affect handling, wheel and bear- ing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odom-...
Page 245 1600 km (1000 miles). When using tire chains, be careful not to damage the aluminum wheels. Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and wrench designed for your aluminum wheels. When balancing your wheels, use only Toyota balance weights or equivalent and a plastic or rubber hammer.
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Page 247 4RUNNER ( Checking battery condition— —Precautions Part 7 DO- IT- YOURSELF CAUTION If electrolyte gets on your skin, thoroughly wash the contact area. If MAINTENANCE— BATTERY PRECAUTIONS you feel pain or burning, get medi- cal attention immediately. The battery produces flammable and Chapter 7- 3 explosive hydrogen gas.
Page 248 4RUNNER ( —Checking battery exterior —Checking battery fluid Type A NOTICE Ground Terminals cable Clear or z Be sure the engine and all accesso- Green Dark light yellow ries are off before performing main- tenance. z When checking the battery, remove...
Page 249 4RUNNER ( Battery recharging precautions Checking and replacing fuses During recharging, the battery is pro- NOTICE ducing hydrogen gas. Never recharge the battery while the Therefore, before recharging: Type A engine is running. Also, be sure all 1. If recharging with the battery installed accessories are turned off.
Page 250 The location of the pull- there is a problem with the electrical sys- out tool is shown in the illustration. tem. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as soon as possible. If you are not sure whether the fuse has...
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Parking and front — CAUTION washer fluid containing antifreeze. This side marker lights product is available at your Toyota dealer Front turn signal Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas — and most auto parts stores. Follow the lights inside and require special handling.
Page 252: Headlights
Make sure the rubber cover fits snugly on bulb with the cutouts of the mounting the connector and the headlight body. hole. Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec- essary, contact your Toyota dealer.
Page 253: Front Fog Lights
4RUNNER ( —Front fog lights 1. Loosen the cover retaining screws 2. Lift up the soft casing and discon- 3. Release the bulb retaining spring and remove the cover. nect the cords. and remove the bulb. Install a new bulb and the bulb retaining spring.
Page 254: Parking And Front Side Marker Lights
Use a Phillips- head screwdriver. 4. Connect the cord and put the soft 5. Install the cover with the retaining casing into the cover. screws. Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb. When aiming adjustment is nec- essary, contact your Toyota dealer.
Page 255: Front Turn Signal
4RUNNER ( —Rear turn signal, stop and tail, and back- up lights —Front turn signal lights Use a Phillips- head screwdriver.
Page 256: Stop And Tail Lights
4RUNNER ( —License plate lights —High mounted stoplight a: Back- up light Use a Phillips- head screwdriver Use a Phillips- head screwdriver b: Rear turn signal lights c: Stop and tail light...
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Page 259 4RUNNER ( Dimensions and weight Part 8 SPECIFICATIONS mm (in.) P265/70R 16 tire Dimensions and weight P225/75R 15 tire With wheel Without wheel Engine opening extension opening extension Fuel Overall length 4655 (183.3) 4655 (183.3) 4655 (183.3) Service specifications Overall width 1690 (66.5)
Page 260 4RUNNER ( Engine Fuel Service specifications Model: Fuel type: ENGINE 3RZ- FE and 5VZ- FE Unleaded gasoline, Octane Rating 87 (Re- Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.): Type: search Octane Number 91) or higher 3RZ- FE engine 3RZ- FE engine Fuel tank capacity, L (gal., Imp.
Page 261 Coolant type: 115"20 API grade SJ, ”Energy- Conserving” or Air conditioning compressor belt ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recom- ”Toyota Long Life Coolant” or equivalent mended. 100"20 With ethylene- glycol type coolant for a Power steering pump belt Recommended oil viscosity (SAE):...
Page 262 4RUNNER ( MANUAL TRANSMISSION TRANSFER Oil type: Hypoid gear oil API GL- 5 Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): 3RZ- FE engine With the lever/button type front drive Recommended oil viscosity: Two- wheel drive models...
Page 263 4RUNNER ( Tires BRAKES Tire pressure Minimum pedal clearance when depressed kPa (kgf/cm or bar, psi) with the pressure of 490 N (50 kgf, 110 lbf) Tire size Wheel size with the engine running, mm (in.): Front Rear 75 (2.9) ∗...
Page 264 4RUNNER ( Fuses Engine compartment (U.S.A.) Engine compartment (Canada) Instrument panel Fuses (type A) 5. DOME 15 A: Interior lights, personal 10. TAIL 10 A: Tail lights, license plate lights, luggage compartment light, lights, instrument panel lights 1. ALT- S 7.5 A: Charging system clock, car audio system, gauges and 11.
Page 265 4RUNNER ( 17. HEAD (HI LH) 10 A: Left- hand head- 25. GAUGE 10 A: Gauges and meters, 34. AM2 30 A: Starting system, multiport light (high beam) back window defogger, daytime running fuel injection system/sequential multi- light system, air conditioning system, port fuel injection system, all compo- 18.
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Page 267 However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual prob- lems between you, your dealer, or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.
Page 268 A tire marked C may have tire failure. quality grading. poor traction performance. Your Toyota dealer will help answer any Warning: The traction grade assigned to questions you may have as you read this this tire is based on braking (straight information.

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Page 251: Table Of Contents

Page 252: Headlights

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Page 256: Stop And Tail Lights