2002 Toyota 4runner Owners Manual

Do this.

(k)

Take vehicle to Toyota dealer immediately.

(l)

Key reminder buzzer

Remove key.

(a) Brake System Warning Light and

buzzer

This light comes on in the following cases when the ignition key is in the “ON” posi- tion. (cid:1) When the parking brake is applied... This light comes on for a few seconds when to the “ON” position on even after the parking brake is released. (cid:1) When the brake fluid level is low...

ignition key

turned

the

is

(m)

(n)

(o)

Shift front drive control lever out of “N”.

Stop and check.

Add washer fluid.

CAUTION

It is dangerous to continue driving normally when the brake fluid level is low.

(cid:1) When fails...

the hydraulic brake booster

If the hydraulic booster causes a problem resulting in poor braking performance, the warning light comes on and buzzer sounds continuously.

Have your vehicle checked at your Toyota dealer in the following cases: (cid:1) The light does not come on even if the parking brake is applied when the igni- tion key is in the “ON” position.

(cid:1) The light does not come on even if the ignition key is turned on with the park- ing brake released.

A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not indicate a problem.

CAUTION

If any of the following conditions oc- curs, immediately stop your vehicle at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. (cid:1) The

light does not turn off even after the parking brake is released while the engine is running.

(cid:1) The warning buzzer comes on to-

gether with the warning light. In either case, this can indicate that the brakes may not work properly and your stopping distance will be- come the brake pedal firmly and bring the vehicle to an immediate stop.

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(d) Discharge Warning Light This light warns that the battery is being discharged. If it comes on while you are driving, there is a problem somewhere in the charging system. The engine ignition will continue to oper- the battery ate, however, until is dis- charged. Turn off the air conditioning, blower, radio, etc., and drive directly to the nearest Toyota dealer or repair shop.

NOTICE

Do not continue driving if the engine drive belt is broken or loose.

(cid:1) The brake system warning light re- mains on together with the “ABS” warning light. In this case, not only the anti–lock brake system will fail but also the vehicle will become extremely un- stable during braking.

Any of the following conditions may oc- cur, but do not indicate the malfunc- tion: (cid:1) The light may stay on for about 60
seconds after the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. It is normal if it turns off after a while.

turn on

(cid:1) Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may light and buzzer. It is normal if the light turns off and the buzzer stops sounding after a few seconds.

the warning

(cid:1) You may hear a small sound in the engine compartment after the engine is started or the brake pedal is depressed repeatedly. This is a pump pulsating sound of the brake system, and it is not a malfunction.

(b) Driver’s Seat Belt Reminder Light

and Buzzer

to

remind you

light and buzzer

This buckle up the driver’s seat belt. Once the ignition key is turned to “ON” or “START”, the reminder light flashes and buzzer come on if the driver’s seat belt is not fastened. Unless the driver fastens the belt, the light keeps on flashing and the buzzer sounds for about 4 to 8 se- conds. (c) Front

Passenger’s

Seat

Belt

Reminder Light

This light reminds you to buckle up the front passenger’s seat belt. Once the ignition key is turned to “ON” or “START”, the reminder light flashes if a passenger sits in the front passenger seat and does not fasten the seat belt. Howev- er, if a front passenger uses an additional seat cushion, the light may not flash even when the seat belt is not buckled up. If front passenger seat, depending on its weight and how it is placed on the seat, built–in sensors in the seat cushion may detect the pressure, causing the reminder light to come on.

is placed on

luggage

load

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(e) Low Engine Oil Pressure Warning

Light

This light warns that the engine oil pres- sure is too low. If it flickers or stays on while you are driving, pull off the road to a safe place and stop the engine immediately. Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance. The flicker when the engine is idling or it may come on briefly after a hard stop. There is no cause for concern if it then goes out when the engine is accelerated slightly. The light may come on when the oil level is extremely is not designed to indicate low oil level, and the oil level must be checked using the level dipstick.

light may occasionally

low. It

NOTICE

Do not drive the vehicle with the warning light on—even for one block. It may ruin the engine.

(f) Malfunction Indicator Lamp This lamp comes on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position and goes off after the engine starts. This means that the warning light system is operating properly. If the lamp remains on, or the lamp comes on while driving, first check the followings. (cid:1) Empty fuel tank

If the fuel tank is empty, refuel immedi- ately.

(cid:1) Loose fuel tank cap

If the fuel tank cap is loose, securely tighten it.

These cases are temporary malfunctions. The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after taking several driving trips. If the lamp will not go off even after the several trips, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

If the fuel tank is not empty or the fuel tank cap is not loose... (cid:1) There is a problem somewhere in the engine, emission control system, elec- tronic throttle control system, automatic transmission electrical system or warn- ing light system itself.

Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. If the engine speed does not increase with the accelerator pedal depressed down to about the middle position, there may be a problem somewhere in your electronic throttle control system. At this time, if you depress the accelera- tor pedal more firmly and slowly, you can drive your vehicle at low speeds. Have your vehicle checked by your Toyota deal- er as soon as possible. Even if the abnormality of the electronic throttle control system is corrected during low speed driving, the system may not be recovered until the engine is stopped and the ignition key to “ACC” or “LOCK” position.

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if

control

system

inspection

Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) programs Your vehicle may not pass a state emission the malfunction indicator lamp remains on. Contact your to check your vehicle’s Toyota dealer emission and OBD (On–Board Diagnostics) system before taking your vehicle for the inspection. For details, see “Emissions Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) programs” in Section 6. (g) Low Fuel Level Warning Light This light comes on when the fuel level in the tank becomes nearly empty. Fill up the tank as soon as possible. On inclines or curves, due to the move- ment of fuel in the tank, the low fuel level warning light may come on earlier than usual.

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the systems malfunctions,

(h) “ABS” Warning Light The light comes on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. If the anti– lock brake system and the brake assist system work properly, the light turns off after a few seconds. Thereafter, if either of light comes on again. When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti–lock brake system, the brake assist system, the traction control system (two– wheel drive vehicles), the active traction control system (four–wheel drive vehicles) and the vehicle skid control system do not operate, but the brake system still oper- ates conventionally. When the “ABS” warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti–lock brake system does not operate so that the wheels could lock up during a sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfaces.

If either of the following conditions oc- curs, this indicates a malfunction some- where in the parts monitored by the warning light system. Contact your To- yota dealer as soon as possible to ser- vice the vehicle. (cid:1) The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi- tion, or remains on.

(cid:1) The light comes on while you are dri-

ving.

A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not indicate a problem.

CAUTION

If the “ABS” warning light remains on together with the brake system warn- ing light, immediately stop your ve- hicle at a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. In this case, not only the anti–lock brake system will fail but also the vehicle will become extremely unsta- ble during braking.

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Either of the following conditions may occur, but do not indicate the malfunc- tion: (cid:1) The light may stay on for about 60
seconds after the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. It is normal if it turns off after a while.

traction control system

(cid:1) Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may turn on the light. It is normal if it turns off after a few seconds. (i) “VSC TRAC” Warning Light The light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the vehicle skid control sys- tem and (two– wheel drive models) or active traction con- trol system (four–wheel drive models). The light will come on when the ignition key turned to “ON”, and will go off after a few seconds. The light may come on for 60 seconds after the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. It is normal if they go out after a while. Depressing repeatedly may turn on the lights. It is normal if they go out after a few seconds.

the brake pedal

the

traction control”

is no problem when

There “VSC TRAC” warning light comes on when the brake actuator temperature becomes high. (For details, see “Traction control system” and “Active in Section 1–6.) If the light comes on while driving, the vehicle skid system and/or traction control system (two–wheel drive models) or active traction control system (four–wheel drive models) do not work. However, as conven- tional braking operates when applied, there is no problem to continue your driv- ing. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: (cid:1) The warning light does not come on after the ignition key is turned to “ON”. (cid:1) The warning light remains on after the

ignition key is turned to “ON”.

(k) SRS Warning Light This light will come on when the igni- tion key is turned to the “ON” position. After about 6 seconds, the light will go off. This means the system of the air- bag and front seat belt pretensioner are operating properly. The warning light system monitors the air- bag sensor assembly, front airbag sen- sors, front seat belt pretensioner assem- blies, light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction somewhere in the parts monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. (cid:1) The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi- tion or remains on.

inflators,

warning

(cid:1) The warning light comes on while driv-

(cid:1) The light comes on or flashes while

ing.

driving.

(j) Open Door Warning Light This light remains on until all the doors and back door are completely closed.

(l) Key Reminder Buzzer This buzzer reminds you to remove the key when you open the driver’s door with the ignition key in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.

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(m) Unengaged

“Park”

Warning

Light (four–wheel drive vehicles)

the

that

light warns

transmission This “Park” mechanism is not engaged. If the front drive control lever is in the “N” posi- tion while the selector lever is in the “P” position, the transmission will disengage and the wheels will not lock.

CAUTION

To restore the park function, shift the front drive control lever out of “N”, or the vehicle can move.

(n) Automatic

Transmission

Fluid

Temperature Warning Light

NOTICE

Continued driving with the warning light on may damage the automatic transmission.

(o) Low Windshield Washer Fluid Level

Warning Light (Canada)

The light warns that the windshield washer fluid level is too low. Add washer fluid at your earliest opportunity. (For instructions, see “Adding washer fluid” in Section 7–3.)

This light warns that the automatic trans- mission fluid temperature is too high. If this light comes on while you are driv- ing, slow down and pull off the road. Stop the vehicle at a safe place and put the selector lever in “P”. With the engine id- ling, wait until the light goes off. If the light goes off, you may start the vehicle again. If the light does not go off, call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop for assistance.

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SERVICE

CHECKING REMINDER INDICATORS (except the low fuel level warning low windshield washer fluid level warning light) 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Open one of the side doors or back

and

door. The open door warning come on.

light should

3. Close the door.

The open door warning light should go off.

4. Turn the ignition key to “ON”, but do

not start the engine. All the service reminder indicators ex- cept the open door warning light should come on. The “ABS” and “VSC TRAC” warning lights, “TRAC OFF” (two–wheel drive models) or (four– wheel drive models) indicator light and slip indicator light go off after a few seconds. The SRS warning light goes off after about 6 seconds.

“VSC OFF”

light light),

There may be the case that the “ABS” (brake assist system warning warning “VSC TRAC” warning light and “TRAC OFF” (two–wheel drive models) or (four–wheel drive models) indicator light stay on for about 60 seconds after the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. It is normal if they go out after a while.

“VSC OFF”

If any service reminder indicator or warn- ing buzzer does not function as described above, either the bulb is burned out or the circuit it checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.

repair. Have

in need of

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SECTION 1– 6

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake Ignition switch with steering lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Automatic transmission Four–wheel drive system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Traction control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Active traction control system Vehicle skid control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cruise control

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Ignition switch with steering lock

You must shift the selector lever into the “P” position before turning the key from “ACC” to the “LOCK” position. Vehicles with engine immobiliser system— Once you remove the key, the engine im- mobiliser system is automatically set. (See “Engine in Section 1–2.) When starting the engine, the key may seem stuck at the “LOCK” position. To free it, first be sure the key is pushed all the way in, and then rock the steering wheel slightly while turning the key gently.

immobiliser system”

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.

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“START”—Starter motor on. The key will return to the “ON” position when released. For starting tips, see Section 3. “ON”—Engine on and all accessories on. This is the normal driving position. “ACC”—Accessories such as the radio operate, but the engine is off. the “ACC” or If you “LOCK” position and open the driver’s door, a buzzer will remind you to remove the key. “LOCK”—Engine is off and the steering wheel is locked. The key can be re- moved only at this position. 104

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leave

in

Automatic transmission (cid:1)Two–wheel drive models

Lock release button To prevent misshifting

With the brake pedal depressed, shift while holding the lock release button in. (The ignition switch must be in “ON” position.)

Shift while holding the lock release button in.

Shift normally.

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Overdrive switch

Selector lever

Driving pattern selector button

Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of incorrect operation. This means you can only shift out of “P” position when the brake pedal is depressed (with the ignition switch in “ON” position and the lock re- lease button depressed). (a) Selector lever The shift position is also displayed on the instrument cluster. P: Parking, engine starting and

key removal

R: Reverse N: Neutral D: Normal driving (with overdrive on) 2: Stronger engine braking L: Maximum engine braking

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3. Release the parking brake and brake the accelerator pedal

pedal. Depress slowly for smooth starting.

(d) Using engine braking To use engine braking, you can downshift the transmission as follows: (cid:2) Push the overdrive switch. The “O/D OFF” indicator light will come on and the transmission will downshift to third gear.

(cid:2) Shift into the “2” position. The trans- mission will downshift to second gear when the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than 119 km/h (73 mph), and stronger engine braking will be en- abled.

(cid:2) Shift into the “L” position. The trans- mission will downshift first gear When the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than 58 km/h (36 mph), and maximum engine braking will be en- abled.

to

Vehicles with cruise control—When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift the transmission by pushing and releasing the overdrive switch, engine braking will not be enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled. For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, see “Cruise control” in this section. (c) Normal driving 1. Start the engine as instructed in “How to start the engine” in Section 3. The transmission must be in “P” or “N”.

2. With your foot holding down the brake

pedal, shift the selector lever to “D”.

When the lever is in the “D” position, the automatic transmission system will select the most suitable gear for running condi- tions such as normal cruising, hill climb- ing, hard towing, etc. Always turn the overdrive on for better fuel economy and quieter driving. If the engine coolant the transmission will not shift into the over- drive gear even with the overdrive on.

temperature

low,

is

CAUTION

Never put your foot on the accelera- tor pedal while shifting.

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(b) Overdrive switch You can select either third gear (with overdrive off) or fourth gear (with over- drive on) by pushing this switch. To turn the overdrive off, push the switch. The “O/D OFF” indicator light should come on. To turn the overdrive on again, push the switch again. The “O/D OFF” indicator light should go off. Always drive your vehicle with the over- drive on fuel economy and quieter driving. If the engine is turned off when the over- drive is off and restarted, the overdrive will be on automatically.

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Vehicles with cruise control—When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift the transmission by pushing and releasing the overdrive switch, engine braking will not be enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled. For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, see “Cruise control” in this section.

NOTICE

(cid:3) Be careful not to over–rev the en- gine. Watch the tachometer to keep engine rpm from going into the red zone. The approximate maximum al- lowable speed for each position is given below for your reference:

(g) Parking 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. Pull the parking brake lever up fully to

securely apply the parking brake.

3. With

the brake pedal pressed down, shift the selector lever to the “P” posi- tion.

CAUTION

Be careful when downshifting on a slippery shifting could cause the vehicle to spin or skid.

surface. Abrupt

(e) Using “2” and “L” positions The “2” and “L” positions are used for strong engine braking as described pre- viously. With the selector lever in “2” or “L”, you can start the vehicle in motion as with the lever in “D”. With the selector lever in “2”, the vehicle will start in first gear and automatically shift to second gear. With the selector lever in “L”, the trans- mission is engaged in first gear.

“2” “L”

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

120 km/h (74 mph) 65 km/h (40 mph) (cid:3) Do not continue hill climbing or hard towing for a long time in the “2” or “L” position. This may cause severe automatic transmission dam- age from overheating. To prevent such damage, “D” position should be used in hill climbing or hard towing.

(f) Backing up 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. With the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the selector lever to the “R” position.

NOTICE

Never shift into reverse while the ve- hicle is moving.

CAUTION

Never attempt to move the selector lever into “P” position under any cir- cumstances while the vehicle is mov- ing. Serious mechanical damage and loss of vehicle control may result.

(h) Good driving practice (cid:2) If the transmission repeatedly shifts up and down between third gear and over- drive when climbing a gentle slope, the overdrive should be turned off. Be sure to turn the switch on immediately after- ward.

(cid:2) When towing a trailer, in order to main- tain engine braking efficiency, do not use overdrive.

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CAUTION

Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine running. This prevents the vehicle from creeping.

NOTICE

Do not hold the vehicle on an up- grade with the accelerator pedal. It can cause the transmission to over- heat. Always use the brake pedal or parking brake.

(i) Rocking your vehicle if stuck

CAUTION

If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., then you may attempt to rock the vehicle free by moving it forward and backward. Do not attempt this procedure if people or objects are anywhere near the ve- hicle. During the rocking operation the vehicle may suddenly move for- ward or backward as it becomes un- stuck, causing injury or damage to nearby people or objects.

NOTICE

If you rock your vehicle, observe the following precautions to prevent dam- age to the transmission and other parts. (cid:3) Do not depress the accelerator ped- al while shifting the selector lever or before the transmission is com- pletely shifted to forward or reverse gear.

(cid:3) Do not race the engine and avoid

spinning the wheels.

(cid:3) If your vehicle remains stuck after rocking the vehicle several times, consider other ways such as tow- ing.

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(k)

If you cannot shift the selector le- ver out of “P” position

is depressed, use

If you cannot shift the selector lever from the “P” position even though the brake pedal lock override button. For instructions, see “If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever” in Section 4.

the shift

(j) Driving in “PWR” (Power) mode In the “PWR” mode, the transmission is shifted up and down at a higher vehicle speed than in the “NORM” (Normal) mode and a more powerful acceleration is achieved. To set the “PWR” mode, push in the driving pattern selector button. The “PWR” mode indicator light comes on. For ordinary driving, Toyota recommends using the “NORM” mode to improve fuel economy.

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(cid:1)Four–wheel drive models

Lock release button To prevent misshifting

Selector lever

Overdrive switch

Driving pattern selector button

With the brake pedal depressed, shift while holding the lock release button in. (The ignition switch must be in “ON” position.)

Shift while holding the lock release button in.

Shift normally.

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Your automatic transmission has a shift lock system to minimize the possibility of incorrect operation. This means you can only shift out of “P” position when the brake pedal is depressed (with the ignition switch in “ON” position and the lock re- lease button depressed). (a) Selector lever The shift position is also displayed on the instrument cluster. P: Parking, engine starting and

key removal

R: Reverse N: Neutral D: Normal driving (with overdrive on) 2: Stronger engine braking L: Maximum engine braking

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Vehicles with cruise control—When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift the transmission by pushing and releasing the overdrive switch, engine braking will not be enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled. For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, see “Cruise control” in this section. (c) Normal driving 1. Start the engine as instructed in “How to start the engine” in Section 3. The transmission must be in “P” or “N”.

position,

(low–speed

When the front drive control lever is in “L4” four–wheel drive), the driving pattern selector setting has no effect on gear shift timing. (See “Four–wheel drive system” in this section for information of the front drive control lever.) 2. With your foot holding down the brake

pedal, shift the selector lever to “D”.

When the lever is in the “D” position, the automatic transmission system will select the most suitable gear for running condi- tions such as normal cruising, hill climb- ing, hard towing, etc.

(b) Overdrive switch You can select either third gear (with overdrive off) or fourth gear (with over- drive on) by pushing this switch. To turn the overdrive off, push the switch. The “O/D OFF” indicator light should come on. To turn the overdrive on again, push the switch again. The “O/D OFF” indicator light should go off. Always drive your vehicle with the over- drive on fuel economy and quieter driving. If the engine is turned off when the over- drive is off and restarted, the overdrive will be on automatically.

for better

front drive control

Always turn the overdrive on for better fuel economy and quieter driving. If the engine coolant temperature is low or when the in “L4” (low–speed position, four–wheel drive), the transmission will not shift into the over- the overdrive on. drive gear even with (See “Four–wheel drive system” this section for information of the front drive control lever.)

lever

in

is

CAUTION

Never put your foot on the accelera- tor pedal while shifting.

3. Release the parking brake and brake the accelerator pedal

pedal. Depress slowly for smooth starting.

(d) Using engine braking To use engine braking, you can downshift the transmission as follows: (cid:2) Push the overdrive switch. The “O/D OFF” indicator light will come on and the transmission will downshift to third gear.

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(cid:2) Shift into the “2” position. The trans- mission will downshift to second gear when the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than the following speed, and stronger engine braking will be en- abled.

Front drive control lever in “H”

114 km/h (70 mph)

Front drive control lever in “L4”

41 km/h (25 mph) (cid:2) Shift into the “L” position. The trans- mission will downshift first gear when the vehicle speed drops down to or lower than the following speed, and maximum engine braking will be en- abled.

to

Front drive control lever in “H”

55 km/h (34 mph)

Front drive control lever in “L4”

12 km/h

(7 mph)

Vehicles with cruise control—When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift the transmission by pushing and releasing the overdrive switch, engine braking will not be enabled because the cruise control is not cancelled. For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, see “Cruise control” in this section.

CAUTION

Be careful when downshifting on a slippery shifting could cause the vehicle to spin or skid.

surface. Abrupt

(e) Using the “2” and “L”, positions The “2” and “L” positions are used for strong engine braking as described pre- viously. With the selector lever in “2” or “L”, you can start the vehicle in motion as with the lever in “D”. With the selector lever in “2”, the vehicle will start in first gear and automatically shift to second gear. With the selector lever in “L”, the trans- mission is engaged in first gear.

NOTICE

(cid:3) Be careful not to over–rev the en- gine. Watch the tachometer to keep engine rpm from going into the red zone. The approximate maximum al- lowable speed for each position is given above for your reference: Front drive control lever in “H”

“2” “L”

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

118 km/h (73 mph) 64 km/h (40 mph)

Front drive control lever in “L4”

“2” “L”

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

46 km/h (28 mph) 25 km/h (15 mph)

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(cid:3) Do not continue hill climbing or hard towing for a long time in the “2” or “L” position. This may cause severe automatic transmission dam- age from overheating. To prevent such damage, “D” position should be used in hill climbing or hard towing.

(f) Backing up 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. With the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the selector lever to the “R” position.

NOTICE

Never shift into reverse while the ve- hicle is moving.

(g) Parking 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. Pull

the parking brake lever

fully

to

securely apply the parking brake.

3. With

the brake pedal pressed down, shift the selector lever to the “P” posi- tion.

CAUTION

Never attempt to move the selector lever into “P” position under any cir- cumstances while the vehicle is mov- ing. Serious mechanical damage and loss of vehicle control may result.

(h) Good driving practice (cid:2) If the transmission repeatedly shifts up and down between third gear and over- drive when climbing a gentle slope, the overdrive should be turned off. Be sure to turn the switch on immediately after- ward.

(cid:2) When towing a trailer, in order to main- tain engine braking efficiency, do not use overdrive.

CAUTION

Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine running. This prevents the vehicle from creeping.

NOTICE

Do not hold the vehicle on an up- grade with the accelerator pedal. It can cause the transmission to over- heat. Always use the brake pedal or parking brake.

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(cid:3) Do not race the engine and avoid

spinning the wheels.

(cid:3) If your vehicle remains stuck after rocking the vehicle several times, consider other ways such as tow- ing.

(j) Driving in “PWR” (Power) mode In the “PWR” mode, the transmission is shifted up and down at a higher vehicle speed than in the “NORM”(Normal) mode and a more powerful acceleration is achieved. To set the “PWR” mode, push in the driving pattern selector button. The “PWR” mode indicator light comes on. For ordinary driving, Toyota recommends using the “NORM” mode to improve fuel economy.

(i) Rocking your vehicle if stuck

CAUTION

If your vehicle becomes stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., then you may attempt to rock the vehicle free by moving it forward and backward. Do not attempt this procedure if people or objects are anywhere near the ve- hicle. During the rocking operation the vehicle may suddenly move for- ward or backward as it becomes un- stuck, causing injury or damage to nearby people or objects.

NOTICE

If you rock your vehicle, observe the following precautions to prevent dam- age to the transmission and other parts. (cid:3) Do not depress the accelerator ped- al while shifting the selector lever or before the transmission is com- pletely shifted to forward or reverse gear.

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(k)

If you cannot shift the selector le- ver out of “P” position

Four–wheel drive system— (a) Front drive control

is depressed, use

If you cannot shift the selector lever from the “P” position even though the brake pedal lock override lever. For instructions, see “If you cannot shift automatic transmission selec- tor lever” in Section 4.

the shift

“H” (2WD) MODE

“H” (4WD) MODE (center differential unlock), “L4” MODE (center differential unlock) or “N” MODE

“H” (4WD) MODE (center differential lock), “L4” MODE (center differential lock) or “N” MODE

Use the front drive control lever, “4WD” button and center differential lock switch to select the transfer and center differential modes. The “H” and “L4” position of the front drive control lever provide either lock or unlock the mode of the center differential. Use the center differential lock system if your wheels get stuck in a ditch, or when you are driving on a slippery or bumpy surface. When is locked, the vehicle skid control system is automatically turned off and the center dif- ferential indicator lights come on because the function that controls engine performance interferes with the process of freeing your wheels.

lock and “VSC OFF”

the center differential

NOTICE

As soon as the center differential lock switch is turned on, the “VSC OFF” indicator light comes on. After the wheels are out of the ditch or off the slippery or bumpy surface, turn the center differential lock switch off. Make sure that the center differential lock indicator light and “VSC OFF” indicator light turn off.

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“H” mode (high speed position, two– wheel drive): Front drive control lever at “H”, “4WD” button left out Use this for normal driving on dry hard– surfaced roads. This position gives greater economy, quietest ride and least wear and better vehicle control. “H” mode (high speed position, four– wheel drive, center differential un- locked): Front drive control lever at “H”, “4WD” button push in, center differential lock switch left out Use this for normal driving on all types of roads, to roads. This wet, position provides greater than two–wheel drive. “H” mode (high speed position, four– wheel drive, center differential locked): Lever at “H”, “4WD” button pushed in cen- ter differential lock switch pushed in Use experience a wheel slipping, unlock mode.

traction when you loss of power, such as in the center differential

from dry hard–surfaced roads

icy or snow–covered

for greater

traction

this

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“N” mode (neutral position): Front drive control lever at “N” No power is delivered to the wheels. The vehicle must be stopped. “L4” mode (low speed position, four– wheel drive, center differential un- locked): Front drive control lever at “L4”, center differential lock switch left out Use this for maximum power and traction. Use this for climbing steep hills, off–road driving, and hard pulling in sand or mud. In this mode, the braking feeling that oc- curs when the wheels are negotiating a sharp corner is further reduced than in the “L4” (low position, four–wheel drive, center differential locked) mode. transmission automatically shifts up The from second gear in this mode. This sys- tem is effective when starting your vehicle in sand, mud, ice or snow. (However, the from transmission system may shift up first gear when the vehicle starts too quickly.)

inclines will help contribute

“L4” mode (low speed position, four– wheel drive, center differential locked): Front drive control lever at “L4”, center differential lock switch push in Use this for maximum power and traction. Use this for hard pulling in situations the vehicle cannot negotiate even in the “L4” (low speed position, four–wheel drive, cen- ter differential unlocked) mode. Also, using this mode when driving down steep off– road to in- creased vehicle stability. Four–wheel drive and center differential lock indicator lights show which transfer and center differential mode the vehicle is in. Note that the differential is not still locked as long as the indicator light re- mains off. When the shifting has not been completed within 3 seconds after the shifting opera- tion, the indicator flashes. If the indicator light does not go off when you push out the center differential lock button, drive straight ahead while accelerating or decel- erating, or drive in reverse. If the indicator flashes even if doing so, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. There may be a trouble in the center differential lock system. See “(c) Shifting procedure” for further in- structions.

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(As for the automatic transmission lever positions, see “Automatic transmission” in this section.)

(b) A.D.D. (automatic disconnecting differential) The A.D.D. can be engaged or disen- gaged by the shifting operations des- cribed in “(c) Shifting procedure”. You should drive in four–wheel drive for at least 16 km (10 miles) each month. This will assure that the front drive com- ponents are lubricated.

the

lever

the output of

“L” position of

Advice for driving on slippery roads in “L4” (low speed position) mode If you shift the front drive control lever to “L4” and the automatic transmission lever to “2” when you drive in steep off–road areas, the brake can be controlled effectively by the active traction control system, which assists the driver to control the driving power of 4 wheels. the automatic Use transmission for maximum power and traction when your wheels get stuck or when you drive down a steep incline. In the following cases, the output of the brake can be controlled by the active trac- tion control system if the engine speed is under 3000 rpm (normally engine speed is under 3000 rpm when the wheels get un- stuck). (cid:2) The front drive control lever in the “L4” position and the automatic transmission lever in the “L” position or the automat- ic transmission lever in the “D” or “2” with to the first gear

transmission downshifting

the

(cid:2) The front drive control lever in the “L4” position and the automatic transmission lever in the “R” position

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(c) Shifting procedure SHIFTING BETWEEN “H” (2WD) MODE AND “H” (4WD) MODE To shift from “H” (2WD) mode to “H” (4WD) mode, reduce your speed to less than 100 km/h (62 mph) and push in the “4WD” button. If flashes when you push in the “4WD” button, drive straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating. If the indicator light flashes and the buzz- er sounds when you push in the “4WD” button, reduce your speed or stop the vehicle and reset.

indicator

light

the

the

“H”

(4WD,

indicator

BETWEEN

SHIFTING UNLOCKED) AND “H” (4WD, LOCKED) To shift from “H” (4WD, UNLOCKED) to “H” (4WD, LOCKED), push in the center differential lock switch. If flashes when you light push in the center differential lock switch, drive straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating. If the indicator light flashes and the buzz- er sounds when you push in the center differential lock switch, reduce your speed or stop the vehicle and reset.

CAUTION

CAUTION

if Never push wheels are slipping. Stop the slipping or spinning before shifting.

the “4WD” button

the center differential Never push lock button if wheels are slipping. Stop the slipping or spinning before shifting.

the

To shift from “H” (4WD) mode to “H” (2WD) mode, push “4WD” button again to turn it off. This can be done at any vehicle speed. If flashes when you push in the “4WD” button, drive straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating, or drive in reverse.

indicator

light

the

NOTICE

Do not drive on a dry paved surface in “H” (4WD, LOCKED) mode. This may damage the locking mechanism and the drive system.

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the center differential

To shift from “H” (4WD, LOCKED) to “H” (4WD, UNLOCKED), left out the cen- ter differential lock switch. This can be done at any vehicle speed. If the indicator light flashes when you left out lock switch, drive straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating, or drive in reverse. SHIFTING BETWEEN “H” AND “L4” Stop the vehicle and put the transmission in “N”. With your foot holding down the brake pedal, move the front drive control lever. If flashes when you move the front drive control lever, drive straight ahead while accelerating or decel- erating.

indicator

light

the

CAUTION

Never move the front drive control lever if wheels are slipping. Stop the slipping or spinning before shifting.

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NOTICE

NOTICE

Do not drive on a dry paved surface in “L4” (LOCKED) mode. This may damage the locking mechanism and the drive system.

Do not drive on a dry paved surface in “L4” (LOCKED) mode. This may damage the locking mechanism and the drive system.

SHIFTING BETWEEN “L4” (UNLOCKED) AND “L4” (LOCKED) To shift between unlock and lock modes in “L”, push the center differential lock switch. This can be done at any vehicle speed. flashes when you If push lock switch, drive straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating.

the center differential

indicator

light

the

CAUTION

Never push the center differential lock switch if wheels are slipping. Stop the slipping or spinning before shifting.

Traction control system (two–wheel drive models) The traction control system automatical- ly helps prevent the spinning of rear wheels when the vehicle is started or accelerated on slippery road surfaces. When the ignition key is turned to “ON”, the system automatically turns on.

CAUTION

Under certain slippery road condi- tions, full traction of the vehicle and power to the rear wheels cannot be maintained, even though the traction control system is in operation. Do not drive the vehicle under any speed or maneuvering conditions which may cause traction control. In situations where the road surface is covered with ice or snow, your vehicle should be fitted with snow tire chains. Always drive at an appropriate and cautious speed the present road condi- tions.

the vehicle

tires or

lose

for

to

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(cid:2) You may feel vibration or noise in your the is

vehicle, caused by operation of brakes. This functioning properly.

the system

indicates

The slip indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition key is turned to “ON”. If the indicator light does not come on when the ignition is turned on, contact your Toyota dealer.

in

NORMAL DRIVING MODE Leave the system on during ordinary driving so that it can operate when needed. You may hear a sound the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle is started. This means that the traction control system is in the self–check mode, but does not indicate a malfunction. When the traction control system is oper- ating, the following conditions occur: (cid:2) The system controls the spinning of the rear wheels. At this time, the slip indi- cator light blinks.

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TRACTION CONTROL OFF MODE If your wheels get stuck in an ditch when you are driving on a severe off road and sand, turn off the traction control system. This system that con- trols engine performance interferes with the process of freeing front wheels. To turn off: Push “TRAC OFF” switch. The “TRAC OFF” indicator light will come on. To turn on: Push “TRAC OFF” switch once again. The “TRAC OFF” indicator light will go off.

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to “ON”.

The traction control system will automati- cally go on, and the “TRAC OFF” indicator light will go off when you drive over 30
km/h (19 mph) even if the “TRAC OFF” switch is pushed to cancel the traction control system. “TRAC OFF” indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition key is turned It will come on again when you push the “TRAC OFF” switch to turn off the system. The light may come on for 60 seconds after the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. It is normal if they go out after a while. repeatedly Depressing turn on the “TRAC OFF” indicator may light. It is normal if it goes out after a few seconds. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: (cid:2) The indicator light does not come on when the ignition key is turned “ON”. (cid:2) The indicator light remains on after the

the brake pedal

ignition is turned on.

(cid:2) The indicator light comes on with the

normal driving mode while driving.

“VSC TRAC” warning light This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the traction control system or the vehicle skid control system. The light will come on when the ignition key is turned to “ON”, and will go off after about a few seconds. The light may come on for 60 seconds after the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. It is normal if they go out after a while. Depressing repeatedly may turn on the light. It is normal if it goes out after a few seconds.

the brake pedal

If

(The

The brake actuator temperature increases during continuous operation of the traction control system or vehicle skid control sys- tem such as on slippery roads. the brake actuator temperature becomes too high while the traction control system or vehicle skid control system is operating, a buzzer will start to sound intermittently to indicate that the traction control system can no longer operate. In this case, imme- diately stop your vehicle at a safe place. If the system continues to operate, the buzzer sound changes from intermittent to continuous. buzzer sounds for about 3 seconds.) At the time the “VSC TRAC” warning light will come on and the traction control system tempo- rarily stops operating in order to protect the brake actuator. (Although the traction control system does not operate, there is no problem to continue your driving.) The system will be automatically restored after a short time and the “VSC TRAC” warning light goes out. If the light comes on while driving, the system does not work. However, as con- ventional braking operates when applied, there is no problem to continue your driv- ing.

continuous

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In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: (cid:2) The warning light does not come on after the ignition key is turned to “ON”. (cid:2) The warning light remains on after the

ignition key is turned to “ON”.

(cid:2) The warning light comes on while driv-

ing.

Active traction control system

(four–wheel drive models) The active traction control system auto- matically helps prevent the spinning of 4 wheels (four–wheel drive mode) or rear wheels (two–wheel drive mode) when the vehicle is started or acceler- ated on slippery road surfaces. When the ignition key is turned to “ON”, the system automatically turns on.

CAUTION

Under certain slippery road condi- tions, full traction of the vehicle and power to the 4 wheels (four–wheel drive mode) or rear wheels (two– wheel drive mode) cannot be main- tained, even though the traction con- trol system is in operation. Do not drive the vehicle under any speed or maneuvering conditions which may cause traction control. In situations where the road surface is covered with ice or snow, your vehicle should be fitted with snow tire chains. Always drive at an appropriate and cautious speed the present road condi- tions.

the vehicle

tires or

lose

for

to

in

that

Leave the system on during the ordi- nary driving so it can operate when needed. the engine You may hear a sound compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle the active is started. This means traction control system the self– check mode, but does not indicate a mal- function. When the active traction control system is operating, the following conditions occur: (cid:2) The system controls the spinning of the 4 wheels (four–wheel drive mode) or rear wheels (two–wheel drive mode). At this time, the slip indicator light blinks.

that is in

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(cid:2) You may feel vibration or noise in your the is

vehicle, caused by operation of brakes. This functioning properly.

the system

indicates

The slip indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition key is turned to “ON”. If the indicator light does not come on when the ignition is turned on, contact your Toyota dealer.

“VSC TRAC” warning light This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the active traction control system or the vehicle skid control system. The light will come on when the ignition key is turned to “ON”, and will go off after about a few seconds. The light may come on for 60 seconds after the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position. It is normal if they go out after a while. Depressing repeatedly may turn on the light. It is normal if it goes out after a few seconds.

the brake pedal

to

indicate

The brake actuator temperature increases during continuous operation of the active traction control system or vehicle skid control system such as on slippery roads. If the brake actuator temperature becomes too high while the active traction control system or vehicle skid control system is operating, a buzzer will start to sound intermittently that the active traction control system can no longer op- erate. In this case, immediately stop your vehicle at a safe place. the system continues the buzzer sound changes to continuous. (The continuous buzzer sounds for about 3 seconds.) At the time, the “VSC TRAC” warning light will come on and the active traction control system temporarily stops operating the brake actuator. (Although the active traction con- trol system does not operate, there is no problem to continue your driving.) The system will be automatically restored after a short time and the “VSC TRAC” warning light goes out.

to operate,

intermittent

to protect

in order

from

If

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If the light comes on while driving, the system does not work. However, as con- ventional braking operates when applied, there is no problem to continue your driv- ing. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: (cid:2) The warning light does not come on after the ignition key is turned to “ON”. (cid:2) The warning light remains on after the

ignition key is turned to “ON”.

(cid:2) The warning light comes on while driv-

ing.

Vehicle skid control system The vehicle skid control system helps provide integrated control of the sys- tems such as anti–lock brakes, traction control, engine control, etc. This sys- tem automatically controls the output of the brakes or engine to help prevent the vehicle from skidding when corner- ing on a slippery road surface or oper- ating steering wheel abruptly. The vehicle skid control activates when the vehicle speed is more than 15 km/h (9 mph). You may hear a sound the engine compartment for a few seconds when the engine is started or just after the vehicle is started. This means that the system is in the self–check mode but does not indi- cate a malfunction.

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CAUTION

light

indicator

(cid:2) Do not rely excessively on the ve- hicle skid control system. Even if the vehicle skid control system is operating, you must always drive carefully and attentively to avoid serious injury. Reckless driving will result in an unexpected accident. If the slip flashes, sounding an alarm sounds, special care should be taken while driving. (cid:2) Only use tires of specified size. The size, manufacture, brand and tread pattern for all 4 tires should be the same. If you use the tires other than specified, or different type or size, the vehicle skid control sys- tem may not function correctly. When replacing the tires or wheels, (See contact your Toyota dealer. “Checking and replacing tires” in Section 7–2.)

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the

to “ON”.

To turn on: Push the center differential lock switch once again. The “VSC OFF” and the center differential lock indicator light will go off. “VSC OFF” indicator light comes on for a few seconds when is turned It will come on again when you push the center differential lock switch to turn off the system. In the following cases, contact your Toyota dealer: (cid:2) The indicator light does not come on when the ignition key is turned “ON”. (cid:2) The indicator light remains on after the

ignition key

ignition is turned on.

(cid:2) The indicator light comes on when the

system is on while driving.

NOTICE

Make sure that the center differential lock indicator light goes off before normal driving.

If the vehicle is going to skid during driv- ing, the slip indicator light blinks and an alarm sounds intermittently. Special care should be taken while driving. The slip indicator light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition key is turned to “ON”. If the indicator light does not come on when the ignition is turned on, contact your Toyota dealer.

Four–wheel drive models only— This switch can function only when the four–wheel drive system is selected. If your wheels get stuck in a ditch or when you are driving on severe off road and sand, turn off the vehicle skid control system. This system that con- trols engine performance interferes with