2009 Toyota 4runner Owners Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Index

1 Before driving

1-1. Key information

Keys ..................................... 28

1-2. Opening, closing and locking

the doors Wireless remote control ....... 29
Side doors ............................ 33
Back door ............................. 38

1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Front seats ........................... 41
Rear seats............................ 44
Driving position memory system................................ 58
Head restraints..................... 60
Seat belts ............................. 63
Steering wheel ..................... 69
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror.................................. 70
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 73

1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof Power windows .................... 76
Power back window ............. 79
Moon roof ............................. 82

1-5. Refueling

Opening the fuel tank cap .... 85

1-6. Theft deterrent system

Engine immobilizer system... 88
Alarm .................................... 90
Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.)............................... 92

1-7. Safety information

Correct driving posture ......... 93
SRS airbags ......................... 95
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 108
Child restraint systems ....... 113
Installing child restraints ..... 117

2 When driving

2-1. Driving procedures

Driving the vehicle .............. 132
Engine (ignition) switch....... 140
Automatic Transmission ...... 143
Turn signal lever ................. 145
Parking brake ..................... 146
Horn.................................... 147

2-2.

Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ............ 148
Indicators and warning lights ................................. 151
Accessory meter................. 155

2-3. Operating the lights and

wipers Headlight switch ................. 158
Fog light switch................... 162
Windshield wipers and washer.............................. 163

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Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 165

2-4. Using other driving systems

Cruise control...................... 166
Electronically modulated air suspension................... 169
AUTO LSD system (2WD models and Multi-mode 4WD models) ............................. 175
Four-wheel drive system (4WD models)................... 177
Active traction control system (L4 mode on 4WD models) ............................. 182
Rear differential lock system .............................. 184
Downhill Assist Control ....... 186
Driving assist systems ........ 188

2-5. Driving information

Off-road precautions ........... 198
Cargo and luggage ............. 203
Vehicle load limits ............... 211
Winter driving tips ............... 213
Trailer towing ...................... 216
Dinghy towing ..................... 228

3 Interior features

3-1. Using the air conditioning

system and defogger Air conditioning system....... 230
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers ....... 240

3-2. Using the audio system

Audio system (without navigation system)............. 241
Using the radio ................... 244
Using the CD player ........... 250
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ....................... 257
Optimal use of the audio system.............................. 266
Using the AUX adapter....... 269
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 271

3-3. Using the rear audio/video

system Rear seat entertainment system.............................. 274
Using the DVD player (DVD video)...................... 280
Using the DVD player (video CD) ........................ 288
Using the DVD player (audio CD/CD text)........... 291
Using the DVD player (MP3 discs) ...................... 292
Using the video mode......... 294
Changing the Setup Menu settings............................. 297

3-4. Using the interior lights

Interior lights list ................. 305
• Personal lights.................. 306
• Personal/interior lights...... 307
• Interior light ...................... 307

3-5. Using the storage features

List of storage features....... 309
• Glove box......................... 310
• Coin holder....................... 311

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Index

• Console box ..................... 312
• Tissue pocket................... 313
• Trash holder..................... 314
• Overhead console............ 316
• Cup holders...................... 316
• Bottle holders ................... 321
• Auxiliary boxes................. 322

3-6. Other interior features

Sun visors .......................... 323
Vanity mirrors ..................... 324
Clock .................................. 325
Outside temperature display.............................. 326
Rear side-view mirrors ....... 328
Power outlets ..................... 329
Seat heaters....................... 334
Armrest............................... 336
Floor mat ............................ 337
Luggage compartment features ............................ 338
Garage door opener........... 345
Compass ............................ 350

4 Maintenance and care

4-1. Maintenance and care

Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ................. 356
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .................. 359

4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 362
General maintenance ......... 364
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs .......................... 367

4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

Do-it-yourself service precautions....................... 368
Hood ................................... 372
Engine compartment .......... 373
Tires.................................... 389
Tire inflation pressure ......... 395
Wheels................................ 398
Air conditioning filter ........... 400
Wireless remote control battery .............................. 402
Checking and replacing fuses................................. 404
Light bulbs .......................... 415

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5 When trouble arises

5-1. Essential information

Emergency flashers ............ 426
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................ 427
If you think something is wrong ................................ 432
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 433
Event data recorder ............ 434

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds..... 436
If you have a flat tire............ 445
If the engine will not start .... 456
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P.................... 457
If you lose your keys ........... 458
If the vehicle battery is discharged ........................ 459
If your vehicle overheats..... 463
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 466

6 Vehicle specifications

6-1. Specifications

Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ......................... 470
Fuel information .................. 481
Tire information................... 484

6-2. Customization

Customizable features........ 495
Items to initialize................. 498

7 For owners

Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners...................... 500
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners (in French)........................ 501

Index

Abbreviation list........................ 504

Alphabetical index .................... 506

What to do if... ........................... 515

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MN 00505-QRG09-4RUN Printed in the USA 7/08

2009 4Runner

This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of basic vehicle operations. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental operations so you can locate and use the vehicle’s main equipment quickly and easily.

The Quick Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s Manual located in the vehicle’s glove box. We strongly encourage you to review the Owner’s Manual and supplementary manuals so you will have a better understanding of the vehicle’s capabilities and limitations.

Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. wish you many years of satisfied driving in your new 4Runner.

! A word about safe vehicle operations This Quick Reference Guide is not a full description of 4Runner operations. Every 4Runner owner should review the Owner’s Manual that accompanies this vehicle.

Pay special attention to the boxed information highlighted in color throughout the Owner’s Manual. Each box contains safe operating instructions to help you avoid injury or equipment malfunction.

All information in this Quick Reference Guide is current at the time of printing. Toyota reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.

Spare tire & tools Tool location

Tool bag

Removing the spare tire

(1)

Jack

(2)

(3)

(1) Assemble the jack handle. (2) Insert the jack handle end through the opening in the bumper, and into

the lowering screw.

(3) Turn the jack handle counterclockwise.

Refer to the Owner’s Manual for tire changing and jack positioning procedures.

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INDEX

OVERVIEW

FEATURES/OPERATIONS

Engine maintenance Fuel tank door release and cap Hood release Indicator symbols Instrument cluster Instrument panel Keyless entry1

Air Conditioning/Heating Audio Auto lock functions1,2
Automatic Transmission Bottle holders Clock Cruise control Cup holders Door locks Four-wheel drive Garage door opener (HomeLink®)3
Light control-Instrument panel Lights1 & turn signals Moonroof1
Parking brake Power outlets-12V DC Power outlets-115V AC Rear seat entertainment system Seat adjustments-Front Seat adjustments-Rear Seat heaters Seats-Head restraints Tilt and telescopic steering wheel VSC OFF button Windows1
Window-Rear hatch1
Windshield wipers & washers

4-5
2-3

18-19

17

23
13
16
22
20
21
13
14
22
12
23
23
20
10
11
16
12
10
21
15
15
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SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

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Doors-Child safety locks 24
Seat belts 24
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor Spare tire & tools 25
Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System 24

1 Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature. 2 Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructions and

more information. 3 HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.

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Instrument panel Steering wheel controls

Rear console box

Instrument panel light control Driving position memory switches1
“RSCA OFF” (Roll Sensing of Curtain shield Airbags “OFF”) switch1
VSC OFF switch1
Center differential lock switch1
115V AC Power outlet ON/OFF switch1
Headlight, turn signal and front fog light1 control Wiper and washer controls Engine switch Four-wheel drive selector1 (full-time 4WD models) or two wheel/ four-wheel drive selector1 (part-time 4WD models) Multi-information display Audio system or navigation system2
Front passenger seat belt reminder light Emergency flasher switch Front passenger occupant classification indicator Engine immobilizer/Theft deterrent system indicator1

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Back window and outside rearview mirror defogger1 switch Air Conditioning controls Auxiliary boxes Hood release Fuel tank door opener Steering wheel audio controls1,2
Telephone switches1,2
Cruise control Navigation voice command button1,2
AUX adapter 115V AC Power outlet1
A/V input adapter1
Downhill Assist Control switch1
Power back window switch 12V DC Power outlet/Cigarette lighter

1 If equipped 2 For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual.”

OVERVIEW

Instrument cluster

Limited model only

Tachometer Speedometer Service indicator and reminder Fuel gauge Low fuel level warning Engine coolant temperature Trip meter reset knob Odometer and two trip meters Height control indicator

Indicator symbols

Brake system warning1

Driver/Front passenger seat belt reminder1

Charging system warning1

Low engine oil pressure warning1

Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1

Engine oil replacement reminder1

Open door warning1

Airbag SRS warning1

Automatic Transmission fluid temperature warning1

Low Tire Pressure Warning1

Engine immobilizer/Theft deterrent system indicator

1 For details, refer to “If a warning light turns on or warning buzzer sounds...” Section 5-2,

2009 Owner’s Manual.

2 For details, see “SRS airbags” Section 1-7, 2009 Owner’s Manual. 3 If this light flashes, refer to “Four-wheel drive system,” Section 2-4, 2009 Owner’s Manual.

Roll Sensing of Curtain shield Airbag OFF indicator2

AIR BAG ON indicator

AIR BAG OFF indicator

Headlight high beam indicator

Turn signal indicator

Front fog light indicator

Automatic Transmission indicator

Low speed four-wheel drive indicator3

Center differential lock indicator3

Vehicle Stability Control “OFF” indicator1

Four-wheel drive indicator3

Slip indicator

AUTO Limited Slip Differential indicator

Downhill Assist Control indicator

Height control indicator4

Cruise control indicator5

Anti-lock Brake System warning1

Low fuel level warning1

Active traction control indicator

Rear differential lock indicator

4 If “OFF” indicator flashes, refer to “Electronically modulated air suspension” Section 2-4,

2009 Owner’s Manual.

5 If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control,” Section 2-4, 2009 Owner’s Manual.

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Fuel tank door release and cap

Pull up

Store

Turn

NOTE: Tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is not tightened enough, Check Engine “

” indicator may illuminate.

Keyless entry (if equipped) Beep sound can be switched ON or OFF. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. Locking operation

Unlocking operation

Push

Back window operation

Push ONCE: Driver door

TWICE: All doors

NOTE: After unlocking, if a door is not opened within 30 seconds, all doors will relock for safety. Panic button

Push and hold

Push and hold

Hood release

Pull

Pull up latch and raise hood

Engine maintenance 6 cylinder (1GR-FE) engine

8 cylinder (2UZ-FE) engine

Windshield and back window washer fluid tank Power steering fluid reservoir Engine oil level dipstick Engine coolant reservoir Engine oil filler cap

Note: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will

help extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer to the “Owner’s Warranty Information Booklet,” “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement.”

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Auto lock functions Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in four different modes, or turned OFF. -Doors lock when shifting from Park. -Doors lock when the vehicle speed goes above approximately 12 mph. -Doors unlock when shifting into Park. -Doors unlock when the engine switch is set from “ON” to “ACC” or “LOCK” and driver’s door is opened. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.

Automatic Transmission

Park* Reverse Neutral Drive Fourth gear Third gear Second gear

First gear

* The engine switch must be “ON” and the brake pedal depressed to shift

from Park.

Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking downhill. For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with the shift lever in the “D” position.

Four-wheel drive (if equipped) Part-time four-wheel drive models

H2

High speed (2WD)

High speed (4WD) Turn to “H4” with speed below 62 mph.

Low speed (4WD) Shift to “N” position, then push and turn to “L4.”

Full-time four-wheel drive models

High speed Turn to “H4” with speed below 62 mph.

Low speed Shift to “N” position, then push and turn to “L4.”

Center differential lock button

Center differential lock/unlock

For best fuel economy and performance under normal driving conditions: •“H2” position (part-time four-wheel drive models) •“H4” position (full-time four-wheel drive models), center differential unlocked (center differential lock indicator and “VSC OFF” indicator are not illuminated).

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Tilt and telescopic (if equipped) steering wheel

(1) Angle

(2) Column length

(2)

(1)

To change the angle Hold the steering wheel, pull the lock release lever, tilt to the desired angle, and release the lever. To change the column length Push the lock release lever down, set the desired length, and return the lever to its locked position. Note: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.

Seat adjustments-Front Manual seat

Power seat

Seat position (forward/backward) Cushion angle (driver side only) Height crank (driver side only) Seatback angle Lumbar support (driver side only) Driver seat: position, cushion angle and height Passenger seat: position Seatback angle Lumbar support (driver side only)

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Seat adjustments-Rear (vehicles with third row seats) Second row seats

Seatback angle

Third row seats

Seatback angle

Seatback angle

Seatback angle

Seat adjustments-Rear (vehicles without third row seats)

(2) Lower

(1) Push

(3) Pull up

(4) Push down

(5) Fold down

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS

Parking brake

Set: Depress Release: Depress again

Seats-Head restraints Front

(2)

(1)

Lock release button

Second row With third seat

Without third seat

(2)

(2)

(1)

(1)

(2)

(1)

Lock release button

Lock release button

Third row

(2)

(1)

Lock release button

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Windshield wipers & washers Front

Adjust interval*

Pull to wash and wipe

Interval wipe

Slow Fast

* Intermittent windshield wiper interval adjustment

Rotate to increase/decrease wipe frequency.

Rear

Wash and wipe Wipe Interval wipe

Wash and wipe

NOTE: Rear wiper and washer operate only when rear window is fully closed. If battery is disconnected, rear washer will not function until rear window is reinitialized by being fully opened and then closed. Light control-Instrument panel

Brightness control

Clock

H- Hour set M- Minute set :00- Round off

minutes

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS

Lights & turn signals Headlights

AUTO* Headlights Parking lights

Low beam

High beam flasher

High beam

* If equipped -Daytime Running Light system (if equipped) Automatically turns on the headlights at a reduced intensity. -Automatic light cut off system Will automatically turn lights off after a delay of 30 seconds, or the lock switch on remote may be pushed after locking. Turn signals

Right turn

Lane change

Lane change

Left turn

Front fog lights (if equipped)

Turn

Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam.

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Windows Driver side

Up

Down

Window lock switch

Automatic operation (driver side only) Push the switch completely down or pull it completely up and release to fully open or close. To stop window midway, lightly push the switch in the opposite direction. Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window remains operable.

NOTE: If the battery is disconnected, the window will need to be reinitialized. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.

Window-Rear hatch Operating from inside

Operating from outside

Open

Close

Window lock switch

Open

Close

Turn and hold

NOTE: If the battery is disconnected, the rear hatch window will need to be reinitialized. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.

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Cruise control Turning system ON/OFF

Functions

System ON/OFF

Resume2/Increase speed

Cancel1

Set/Decrease speed

1 The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing the brake pedal. 2 The set speed may be resumed once vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. Seat heaters (if equipped)

Left front seat

Right front seat

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Air Conditioning/Heating With “DUAL” button

Without “DUAL” button

Fan speed Temperature selector Automatic climate control ON/OFF “DUAL” button Indicator ON: Separate temperature settings for driver and passenger. Indicator OFF: Synchronize temperature settings for driver and passenger. Airflow vent In “ window fogging. “ Fresh or recirculated cabin air Air Conditioning ON/OFF Rear defogger Climate control OFF

” mode uses fresh air only.

” indicator OFF) to reduce

” mode, use fresh air (“

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS

Audio Type 1

Eject CD

Push to turn ON/OFF

Seek station/ CD track select

Preset buttons - functions in other modes indicated above number.

Push to adjust tone & balance

Push to skip up/down folder

Station/CD track scan

Mode

View radio/CD information

Type 2 additional functions

Load CD(s)

Type 3 additional functions

View genre/Push to skip up/down folder

AM/Satellite radio

CD PLAYER To scan tracks on a disc Push “SCAN.” Push again to hold selection. CD Changer (Types 2 and 3) -To load one disc Push “LOAD” and insert one disc. -To load multiple discs Push and hold “LOAD” until you hear a beep. Insert one disc. Shutter will close and then re-open for next disc. To select a file (MP3/WMA only) Turn “TUNE.FILE.” To select a folder (MP3/WMA only) Push either side of “FOLDER” or “TYPE/FOLDER.”

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RADIO To preset stations Tune in the desired station and hold down a preset button (1-6) until you hear a beep. Push desired preset button (1-6) to select. To scan stations Push “SCAN.” Push and hold to scan preset stations. Push again to hold selection.

Steering wheel controls (if equipped)

Volume control

“ ” >> -In radio mode Push to select a preset station; push and hold to seek the next strong station. -In CD mode Push to skip up or down to next/previous track. “MODE” Push to turn audio ON and select an audio mode. Push and hold to turn audio system OFF.

AUX adapter Center console

By inserting a mini plug into the AUX audio jack, you can listen to music from a portable audio device through the vehicle’s speaker system while in AUX mode.

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS

Door locks

Lock

Unlock

Rear seat entertainment system (if equipped)

Front audio system DVD player DVD screen Remote control A/V input adapter 115V AC Power outlet 115V AC Power outlet ON/OFF switch

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Garage door opener (HomeLink®)* (if equipped)

Garage door openers manufactured under license from HomeLink®* can be programmed to operate garage doors, estate gates, security lighting, etc. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. For programming assistance, contact the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-800-331-4331, or visit http://www.homelink.com. * HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.

VSC OFF button

VSC OFF

The VSC OFF button is used to switch between modes related to the TRAC, VSC and Auto LSD functions.

Refer to Section 2-4 of the Owner’s Manual for more information.

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FEATURES/OPERATIONS

Moonroof (if equipped) Sliding operation

Tilting operation

Open

Close

Push once to open/close completely. To stop partway, press switch lightly. NOTE: If battery is disconnected, the moonroof will need to be reinitialized. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. Cup holders Center console

Close

Tilt

Rear (without third seats)

Rear (with third seats)

Second row seat

Third row side trim

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Bottle holders Front doors

Rear doors

Power outlets-12V DC Auxiliary box

Luggage compartment

NOTE: Designed for car accessories. Engine switch must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position to be used.

Power outlets-115V AC (if equipped)

Inside center console

ON/OFF switch

Push

NOTE: Engine switch must be in the “ON” position to be used.

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SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Doors-Child safety locks Rear door

Moving the lever to “LOCK” will allow the door to be opened only from the outside. Seat belts

Take up slack

Too high

Keep as low on hips as possible

If belt is fully extended, then retracted even slightly, it cannot be re-extended beyond that point, unless fully retracted again. This feature is used to help hold child restraint systems securely. To find more information about seat belts, and how to install a child restraint system, refer to the Owner’s Manual. Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor

Push up or squeeze lock release to lower

Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System If tire pressure becomes critically low on any of the tires (including the spare), indicator light will come on. Correctly adjusting tire inflation will turn off the light after a few minutes. If the light does not turn off, have the system checked by your Toyota dealer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.

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Abbreviation list Abbreviation/Acronym list

ABBREVIATIONS MEANING

Two Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive Anti-Lock Brake System Accessory Automatic Locking Retractor Active Traction Control Automatic Limited Slip Differential Child Restraint System Downhill assist control Electronic Control Unit Event Data Recorder Emergency Locking Retractor Gross Axle Weight Rating Gross Combination Weight Rating Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Emission inspection and maintenance Intermittent Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children Light Emitting Diode Light truck Mud + Snow Methylcy clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether On Board Diagnostics Resume Rear differential lock Roll sensing of curtain shield airbag

2WD 4WD ABS ACC ALR

A-TRAC AUTO LSD

CRS DAC ECU EDR ELR GAWR GCWR GVWR

I/M INT

LATCH LED LT

M + S MMT MTBE OBD RES

RR DIFF LOCK

RSCA

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ABBREVIATIONS MEANING

SRS TIN TPMS TRAC TWI VIN VSC

Supplemental Restraint System Tire Identification Number Tire Pressure Warning System Traction Control Treadwear indicators Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle Stability Control

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For your information

Main Owners Manual

Please note that this manual applies to all models explains and all equip- ment, including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle. All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. However, because of the Toyota policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice. Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ from your vehicle in terms of equipment.

Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota

is not responsible

these products and

A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota vehicles are currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle. This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Toyota products. Modification with non-genuine Toyota products could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under warranty.

for

Installation of a mobile two-way radio system

As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as the multiport fuel injection system/sequen- tial multiport fuel injection system, cruise control system, anti-lock brake sys- tem, SRS airbag system and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.

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Scrapping your Toyota

The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Toyota dealer before you scrap your vehicle.

Perchlorate Material

Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These compo- nents may include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote con- trol batteries.

CAUTION

n General precautions while driving

Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influ- ence of alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehi- cle. Alcohol and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and reduce coordination, which could lead to an accident that will hurt or kill you, your occupants or others. Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other drivers or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents. Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that dis- tracts the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or reading can result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you, your occupants or others.

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CAUTION

n General precaution regarding children’s safety

Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to have or use the key. Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral. There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with the cigarette lighter, the windows, or other features of the vehicle. In addi- tion, heat build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children.

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Symbols used throughout this manual

Cautions & Notices

CAUTION

This is a warning against anything which may cause injury to people if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others.

NOTICE

This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or its equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Toyota and its equipment.

Symbols used in illustrations

Safety symbol The symbol of a circle with a slash through it means “Do not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen”.

Arrows indicating operations

Indicates the action (pushing, turning, etc.) used to operate switches and other devices. Indicates the outcome of an operation (e.g. a lid opens).

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 Before driving

Adjusting and operating features such as door locks, mirrors, and steering column.

2 When driving

Driving, stopping and safe-driving information.

3 Interior features

Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in- terior features for a comfortable driving experience.

4 Maintenance

and care

Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it- yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.

5 When trouble

arises

What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire, or is involved in an accident.

6 Vehicle

specifications

Detailed vehicle information.

7 For owners

Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners and seat belt instructions for Canadian owners

Index

Alphabetical listing of information contained in this manual.

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Pictorial index

Exterior

Headlights (low beam) P. 158

Front turn signal lights P. 145

Windshield wipers P. 163

Moon roof∗ P. 82

Hood P. 372

Outside rear view mirrors P. 73

Running board lights∗ P. 305

Headlights (high beam) P. 159

Front side marker lights P. 158

Fog lights∗ P. 162

Parking lights P. 158

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Roof luggage carrier∗ P. 203

Rear turn signal lights P. 145

Fuel filler door P. 85

Rear window defogger P. 240

Back window P. 79

Side doors P. 33

Rear window wiper P. 165

Tires l Rotation l Replacement l Inflation pressure l Information

P. 389
P. 445
P. 395
P. 484

License plate lights P. 158

Back door P. 38

Stop/tail and rear side marker lights P. 158

∗: If equipped

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