Toyota 4Runner 2008 User manual

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Important information about your Toyota
Occupant restraint systems
Toyota encourages you and your family to take the time to
read Section 1−3 of this Owner’s Manual carefully. In
terms of helping you understand how you can receive the
maximum benefit of the occupant restraint systems this
vehicle provides, Section 1−3 of this Owner’s Manual is
the most important Section for you and your family to
read.
Section 1−3 describes the function and operation concern-
ing seats, seat belts, SRS airbags and child restraint sys-
tems of this vehicle and some potential hazards you
should be aware of. These systems work together along
with the overall structure of this vehicle in order to provide
occupant restraint in the event of a crash. The effect of
each system is enhanced when it is used properly and
together with other systems. No single occupant restraint
system can, by itself, provide you or your family with the
equal level of restraint which these systems can provide
when used together. That is why it is important for you and
your family to understand the purpose and proper use of
each of these systems and how they relate to each other.
The purpose of all occupant restraint systems is to help
reduce the possibility of death or serious injury in the
event of a collision. None of these systems, either individ-
ually or together, can ensure that there is no injury in the
event of collision. However, the more you know about
these systems and how to use them properly, the greater
your chances become of surviving an accident without
death or serious injury.
Seat belts provide the primary restraint to all occupants of
the vehicle, and every occupant of the vehicle should wear
seat belts properly at all times. Children should always be
secured in child restraint systems that are appropriate for
their age and size. SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)
airbags are, as their names imply, designed to work with,
and be supplemental to, seat belts and are not substitutes
for them. SRS airbags can be very effective in reducing
the risk of head and chest injuries by preventing contact of
the head and chest with interior portions of the vehicle.
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In order to be effective, the SRS airbags must deploy with
tremendous speed. The rapid deployment of the SRS air-
bags makes the SRS airbags themselves potential sources
of death or serious injury if an occupant is too close to an
airbag, or if an object or some part of his or her body has
been placed between the occupant and the airbag at the
time of deployment. This is just one example of how the
instructions in Section 1−3 of this Owner’s Manual will help
ensure proper use of the occupant restraint systems, and
increase the safety they can provide to you and your fami-
ly in the event of an accident.
Toyota recommends you to read the provisions in Section
1−3 carefully and refer to them as needed during your time
of ownership of this vehicle.
Event data recorder
Your vehicle has computers that monitor and control cer-
tain aspects of your vehicle. These computers assist in
driving and maintaining optimal vehicle performance. Be-
sides storing data useful for troubleshooting, there is a
system to record data in a crash or a near car crash
event. This is called an Event Data Recorder (EDR).
The SRS airbag sensor assembly contains the EDR. In a
crash or a near car crash event, this device may record
some or all of the following information:
!Engine speed
!Whether the brake pedal was applied or not
!Vehicle speed
!To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed
!Position of the transmission selector lever
!Whether the driver and front passenger wore the
seat belts or not
!Driver’s seat position
!Front passenger’s occupant classification
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!SRS airbag deployment data
!SRS airbag system diagnostic data
The information above is intended to be used for the
purpose of improving vehicle safety performance. Unlike
general data recorders, the EDR does not record sound
data such as conversation between passengers.
Toyota will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a
third party except when:
!An agreement from the vehicle’s owner (or the leas-
ing company for a leased vehicle) is obtained
!Officially requested by the police or other authorities
!Used as a defense for Toyota in a law suit
!Ordered by the court
However, if necessary Toyota will:
!Use the data for research on Toyota vehicle safety
performance
!Disclose the data to a third party for research pur-
poses without disclosing details of the vehicle
owner, and only when it is deemed necessary
!Disclose summarized data cleared of vehicle identifi-
cation information to a non−Toyota organization for
research purposes
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New vehicle warranty
Your new vehicle is covered by the following Toyota limited
warranties:
!New vehicle warranty
!Emission control systems warranty
!Others
For further information, please refer to the “Owner’s
Warranty Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual
Supplement”.
Your responsibility for
maintenance
It is the owner’s responsibility to make sure that the speci-
fied maintenance is performed. Section 6 gives details of
these maintenance requirements. Also included in Section
6 is general maintenance. For scheduled maintenance in-
formation, please refer to the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.
Important health and safety
information about your Toyota
CAUTION
!WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constitu-
ents, and a wide variety of automobile compo-
nents contain or emit chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth de-
fects and other reproductive harm. In addition,
oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as
well as waste produced by component wear con-
tain or emit chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
!Battery posts, terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your
hands after handling. Used engine oil contains
chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory
animals. Always protect your skin by washing
thoroughly with soap and water.
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Accessories, spare parts and
modification of your Toyota
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 these prod-
ucts and is not responsible for 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 addi-
tion, damage or performance problems resulting from the
modification may not be covered under warranty.
Spark ignition system of your
Toyota
The spark ignition system in your Toyota meets all require-
ments of the Canadian Interference−Causing Equipment
Standard.
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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 fol-
lows, be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precau-
tionary measures or special instructions regarding installa-
tion.
!Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport
fuel injection system
!SRS airbag system
!Seat belt pretensioner system
!Traction control system (two−wheel drive models)
!Active traction control system
(four−wheel drive models)
!“AUTO LSD” system (two−wheel drive models)
!Vehicle stability control system
!Downhill assist control system
(four−wheel drive models)
!Hill−start assist control system
!Rear height control air suspension
!Tire pressure warning system
!Cruise control system
!Anti−lock brake system
!Electronic throttle control system
Tires and loading on your
Toyota
Underinflated or overinflated tire pressure and the
excess load may result in the deterioration of
steering ability and braking ability, leading to an
accident. Check the tire inflation pressure periodi-
cally and be sure to keep the load limits given in
this Owner’s Manual. For details about tire inflation
pressure and load limits, see pages 441 and 364.
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Scrapping of 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 pretensioners left as they
are, it may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to
have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt preten-
sioner removed and disposed of by a qualified service
shop or by your Toyota dealer before you dispose of your
vehicle.
On−pavement and off−road
driving tips
This vehicle belongs to the utility vehicle class. Utility ve-
hicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other
types of vehicles. This vehicle will handle and maneuver
differently from an ordinary passenger car because it is
designed for off−road use also. In addition, this vehicle
has a higher ground clearance and center of gravity than
that of an ordinary passenger car. This vehicle design fea-
ture causes this type of vehicle to be more likely to rol-
lover. Failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in
loss of control, accidents or vehicle rollover causing death
or serious injury. Be sure to read “Off−road vehicle precau-
tions” on page 338 in Section 2 and “Off−road driving pre-
cautions” on page 374 in Section 3.
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Leak detection pump
This pump performs fuel evaporation leakage check. This
check is done approximately five hours after the engine is
turned off. So you may hear sound coming from under-
neath the luggage compartment for several minutes. It
does not indicate a malfunction.
Perchlorate Material
Special handling may apply,
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate.
These components may include airbag, seat belt preten-
sioners, and wireless remote control batteries.
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A
“AUTO LSD” system 180. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Active traction control system 178. . . . . . . . .
Adding washer fluid 453. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjustment
Front seats 44,45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear seats 53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt 64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Air conditioning filter 300. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Air conditioning system 290,293. . . . . . . . . . .
Airbags 74,81,91. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Aluminum wheel precautions 448. . . . . . . . . .
Anti−glare inside rear view mirror 123. . . . . .
Anti−lock brake system
warning light 149. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Anti−theft steering column lock 162. . . . . . . .
Appearance care
Cleaning the interior 417. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Protecting your Toyota from
corrosion 414. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rain clearing mirrors 419. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Washing and waxing 415. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Armrest 63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio remote controls 238. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio system 208. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio system
AUX 239. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio/video system 240. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio/video system operating tips 280. . . . . .
Auto anti−glare inside rear view mirror
Compass 307. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic door locking and
unlocking functions 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic transmission
Driving with an automatic
transmission 163. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift lock override button 410. . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift pattern 163. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shifting speed 163. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic transmission fluid
temperature warning light 149. . . . . . . . . . .
AUX 239. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auxiliary boxes 322. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auxiliary catch, Engine hood 34. . . . . . . . . . .
B
Back door 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Back door lock 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Back window and outside rear
view mirror defogger switch 142. . . . . . . . .
Back window wiper and
washer switch 141. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery
Checking battery condition 450. . . . . . . . . .
Gas caution 450. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Handling safety 450. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recharging precautions 451. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Winter driving tips 375. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before starting the engine 370. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bottle holders 330. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake pad wear limit indicators 349. . . . . . . .
Brake system 345. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake system warning buzzer 149. . . . . . . . .
Brake system warning light 149. . . . . . . . . . . .
Brakes
Fluid level 439. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pad wear limit indicators 349. . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking 202. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Break−in tips 339. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brightness control 135. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
C
Carbon monoxide caution 343. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cargo and luggage
Capacity 364. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Capacity and distribution 366. . . . . . . . . . . .
Stowage precautions 365. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cargo net hooks 332. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Center vents 299. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Certification label 349. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Charging system warning light 149. . . . . . . . .
Checking and replacing fuses 452. . . . . . . . .
Checking and replacing the air
conditioning filter 300. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking brake fluid 439. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the engine oil level 436. . . . . . . . . .
Checking the radiator and
condenser 439. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Child restraint
Child restraint system 97. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation 99. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installation with child restraint
lower anchorages 114,116. . . . . . . . . . . .
Precautions 96. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Types of child restraint system 98. . . . . . . .
Using a top strap 109,112. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Cleaning the interior 417. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Clock 305. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coin holder 326. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cold weather
Operation 375. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Compact disc changer 208. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Compact disc changer controller 208. . . . . . .
Compact disc player 208. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Compass 307. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Condenser
Checking the condenser 439. . . . . . . . . . . .
Console box
Rear 324. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Controls, Instrument panel 2,6. . . . . . . . . . . .
Cooling system
Coolant level 438. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine overheating 394. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radiator and reservoir 438. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radiator cap 394. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Winter driving tips 375. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Corrosion prevention 414. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cranking hold function 370. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cruise control 203. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cruise information display 306. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cup holder
Front 327. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear 328,330. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
D
Defogger
Back window 142. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside rear view mirror 142. . . . . . . . . . . .
Differential, Limited slip 349. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dimmer switch, Headlight 130,132. . . . . . . . .
Dinghy towing 376. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Directional signals 130,132. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Do−it−yourself maintenance
Parts and tools 432. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service precautions 430. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Does your vehicle need
repairing? 425. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Doors
Side doors 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Double deck 333. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Downhill assist control system 186. . . . . . . . .
Driver’s seat belt reminder buzzer 149. . . . . .
Driver’s seat belt reminder light 149. . . . . . . .
Driving
Automatic transmission 163. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving tips 370. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving in the rain 373. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving position memory system 48. . . . . . . .
Driving tips
Driving in the rain 373. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving tips in various conditions 371. . . . .
Driving with an automatic
transmission 163. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Economical driving 386. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Good driving practice 163. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Winter driving tips 375. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
During
Break−in 339. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DVD player 240. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
E
Economical driving
Saving money on both fuel and
repairs 386. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric moon roof 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical system
Battery 450,451. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuse locations 430. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuses 452. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency flasher switch 135. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency, In case of
Blown fuse 452. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency flasher switch 135. . . . . . . . . . .
Flat tire 395. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you cannot increase engine
speed 394. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you cannot shift automatic
transmission selector lever 410. . . . . . . .
If you lose your keys 411. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you lose your wireless remote
control transmitter 411. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your engine stalls while
driving 393. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle becomes stuck 405. . . . . . .
If your vehicle needs to be
towed 405. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle will not start 390. . . . . . . . . .
Jump starting 391. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overheating 394. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
To wi n g 4 05. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emissions Inspection and
Maintenance (I/M) programs 426. . . . . . . . .
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Engine
Before starting the engine 370. . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the coolant level 438. . . . . . . . . .
Emission control device 342. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine compartment 428. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exhaust gas caution 343. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hood release 34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Identification number 350. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil consumption 344. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil level 436. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overheating 394. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting procedure 370. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Three−way catalytic converters 342. . . . . .
Engine coolant
Tem pe ra t ur e g au ge 14 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Winter driving tips 375. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine coolant temperature gauge 146. . . . .
Engine immobilizer system 14. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine oil
Winter driving tips 375. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine oil replacement reminder
light 149. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine switch 162. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine switch light 139. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exhaust gas caution 343. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
F
Facts about engine oil
consumption 344. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flasher, Headlight 130,132. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flat tire
After changing wheels 404. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing tire 401. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you have a flat tire 395. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jack point 399. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jacking precautions 395. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jacking up 400. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Loosening wheel nuts 399. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lowering vehicle 403. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reinstalling wheel ornament 403. . . . . . . . .
Removing wheel ornament 398. . . . . . . . . .
Wheel block 398. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheel nuts 402. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Floor mat 336. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fluid level
Brake 439. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power steering 440. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Washer fluid 453. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fog light switch, Front 136. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Foreign countries, Operation in 341. . . . . . . .
Four−wheel drive
Operating the four−wheel drive
system 168,171. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front cup holder 327. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front fog light switch 136. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front passenger occupant
classification system 91. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light 149. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front seat
Driving position memory system 48. . . . . .
Seatback flattening 46,47. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front seats 43,44,45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel
Filler door opener 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel economy 386. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel pump shut off system 341. . . . . . . . . .
Gauge 146. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation in foreign countries 341. . . . . . .
Tan k c ap 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel information 339. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel pump shut off system 341. . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuse
Fuse box 452. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuse locations 430. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
G
Garage door opener 318. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gauge
Engine coolant temperature 146. . . . . . . . .
Fuel 146. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Glove box 317. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Good driving practice 163. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Grocery bag hooks 331. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
H
Hazard switch 135. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Head restraints 62. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlight switch 130,132. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Height control
Rear height control air
suspension 191. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
High speed operation
During break−in 339. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hill−start assist control system 189. . . . . . . .
Hood release, Engine 34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to start the engine 370. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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I/M test 426. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Identification
Engine 350. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tire 353. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle 349. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition switch 162. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition switch light 139. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indicator symbols 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument panel
Brightness control 135. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel gauge 146. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indicator symbols 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Odometer 148. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tachometer 147. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trip meter 148. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument panel light control 135. . . . . . . . . .
Instrument panel overview 2,6. . . . . . . . . . . .
J
Jack
Location 396. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jack, Audio
AUX 239. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jump starting 391. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
K
Key reminder buzzer 149. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Keys 12,411. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
L
Light bulbs
Back−up light 458. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front fog light 457. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front side marker light 458. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front turn signal light 458. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlight 456. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
High mounted stoplight 459. . . . . . . . . . . . .
License plate light 459. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking light 458. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear turn signal light 458. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Light bulbs, Replacing 454. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Light, Interior
Engine (ignition) switch light 139. . . . . . . . .
Interior light 136,137. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Personal light 138. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Light, Luggage compartment 138. . . . . . . . . .
Light, Running board 140. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Limited−slip differential 349. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Load capacity 364. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lock
Back door 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side doors 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering column 162. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Low engine oil pressure
warning light 149. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Low fuel level warning light 149. . . . . . . . . . . .
Low windshield washer fluid level
warning light 149. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Luggage compartment light 138. . . . . . . . . . . .
Luggage cover 332. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Luggage deck 333. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
M
Maintenance
Do−it−yourself maintenance 430. . . . . . . . .
Does your vehicle need
repairing? 425. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General maintenance 423. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance requirements 422. . . . . . . . . .
Parts and tools 432. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Where to go for service 422. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Malfunction indicator lamp 426. . . . . . . . . . . .
Malfunction indicator lamp
Emissions Inspection and
Maintenance (I/M) programs 149. . . . . . .
Service reminder indicator 149. . . . . . . . . .
Maximum allowable speed
Automatic transmission 163. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mirror
Anti−glare inside rear view 123. . . . . . . . . .
Auto anti−glare inside rear view 124. . . . . .
Mirrors
Folding rear view 123. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside rear view 121. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside rear view mirror
defogger 142. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power rear view 122. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rain clearing mirrors 419. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear side−view 125. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vani ty 127. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Moon roof 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Multi−information display 304. . . . . . . . . . . . .
N
New vehicle break−in 339. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Odometer 148. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Off−road driving precautions 374. . . . . . . . . .
Off−road vehicle precautions 338. . . . . . . . . .
Oil
Consumption 344. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power steering 440. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Viscosity and grade 436. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil consumption 344. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Open door warning light 149. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation in foreign countries 341. . . . . . . . .
Outside temperature display 305. . . . . . . . . . .
Overheating, Engine 394. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Overheating, Engine coolant 146. . . . . . . . . .
Overview
Engine compartment 428. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
P
Parking brake
Operation 202. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reminder buzzer 202. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reminder light 202. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Polishing 415. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power back window 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power outlet 315,316. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power rear view mirror control 122. . . . . . . . .
Power steering
Fluid level 440. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power window switches 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preloaders
(seat belt pretensioners) 71. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pretensioners
(seat belt pretensioners) 71. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Protecting your Toyota from
corrosion 414. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
R
Radiator
Checking the radiator 439. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant, Engine 438. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio 208. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rain clearing mirrors 419. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear audio/video system
Rear seat entertainment system 240. . . . .
Rear console box 324. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear cup holder 330. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear cup holders and tray 328. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear height control air
suspension 191. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear seat precautions 52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear seats 50,52,53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear side−view mirrors 125. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear vents 299. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear view mirror
Anti−glare inside 123. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear view mirror, auto anti−glare
inside 124. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear view mirrors
Folding 123. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside 121. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power 122. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear view monitor system 312. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reporting safety defects for
U.S. owners 472. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Roll sensing of curtain shield
airbags off switch 95. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Roof luggage carrier 334. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Running board light 140. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
S
Satellite radio controller 208. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat adjustment precautions
Front seats 43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt extender 69. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belts
Cleaning 417. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fastening 64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt precautions 64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt pretensioners 71. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat heater switches 63. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seating capacity 364. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seats 42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service and maintenance 422. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service reminder indicator 149. . . . . . . . . . . .
Side door locks 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side door locks
Automatic locking and
unlocking functions 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side doors 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side doors
Automatic locking and
unlocking functions 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side vents 299. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spare fuse 452. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spare tire 396. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spark plugs
Iridium−tipped spark plugs 345. . . . . . . . . .
Specifications 462. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS driver airbag and
front passenger airbag 74. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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SRS side airbags and
curtain shield airbags 81. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS warning light 149. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting
Cold weather 370. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine 370. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jump starting 391. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering
Adjusting steering wheel 120. . . . . . . . . . . .
Tilt steering wheel 120. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering column
Column lock 162. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering switches, Audio
remote control 238. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sun visors 125. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Suspension and chassis 351. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switch
Back window defogger 142. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Back window wiper and washer 141. . . . . .
Emergency flasher 135. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlight, dimmer and
turn signal 130,132. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition 162. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside rear view mirror
defogger 142. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Roll sensing of curtain
shield airbags off 95. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windshield wiper and washer 141. . . . . . . .
T
Tachometer 147. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tel es co p ic st ee ri ng c ol um n 12 0. . . . . . . . . . . .
Theft deterrent system 35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Theft prevention labels 351. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Three−way catalytic converters 342. . . . . . . .
Tie−down hooks 331. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tilt steering wheel 120. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tire pressure warning system 197. . . . . . . . .
Tires
Changing 395. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking and replacing 443. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flat tire 395. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Glossary 357. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inflation pressure 441,467. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing wheels 447. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rotating tires 445. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Size 354,467. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Snow tires and chains 446. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spare 396. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Symbols 352. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tire Identification Number
(TIN) 353. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tissue box holder 325. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
To ol s 3 96. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
To wi n g
Capacity 364. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dinghy towing 376. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency towing 408. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency towing eyelet
precautions 409. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your vehicle needs to be
towed 405. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tips for towing a stuck vehicle 410. . . . . . .
Trailer 377. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Traction control system 175. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trailer towing 377. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trash holder 326. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trip meter 148. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Turn signals 130,132. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Types of tires 368. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
U
Uniform tire quality grading 355. . . . . . . . . . . .
V
“VSC OFF” warning light 149. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vani ty m i rr or s 127. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle identification number 349. . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle stability control system 183. . . . . . . .
W
Warning buzzer 149. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warning light 149. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Washer fluid
Adding washer fluid 453. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Washing and waxing 415. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheels
Aluminum wheel 448. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing wheels 447. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Window
Power back window 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windshield wiper and
washer switch 141. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Winter driving tips 375. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wireless remote control 15,411. . . . . . . . . . . .
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CONTROLS
Overview of instruments and controls
Instrument panel overview 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument cluster overview 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indicator symbols on the instrument panel 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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1. Side vents
2. Side defroster outlets
3. Instrument cluster
4. Center vents
5. Personal lights
6. Electric moon roof switch
7. Garage door opener
8. Auxiliary boxes
9. Glove box
10. Automatic transmission selector lever
11. Po wer door l o c k s witc hes
12. Power window switches
13. Seat heater switches
14. Rear height control air suspension
switch
15. Rear vents
16. Trash holder
17. Toyota electronic modulated suspension
mode select switch
18. Downhill assist control switch
19. Front cup holders
20. Tilt steering lock release lever
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21. Telescopic steering lock release lever
22. Parking brake pedal
23. Window lock switch
24. Power rear view mirror control switches
CY11048
Rear console box
1. Power outlet (12 VDC)
2. Power outlet (115 VAC)
3. AUX adapter
4. A/V input adapter
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1. Driving position memory switches
2. Headlight, turn signal and front fog
light switches
3. Wiper and washer switches
4. Power back window switch
5. Audio system/rear view monitor system
and navigation system including audio
system (For the navigation system, see
the separate “Navigation System
Owner’s Manual”.)
6. Front passenger’s seat belt reminder
light
7. Engine immobilizer/theft deterrent
system indicator light
8. Front passenger occupant classification
indicator light
9. Multi−information display
10. Emergency flasher switch
11. Air conditioning controls
12. Auxiliary box
13. Back window and outside rear view
mirror defogger switch
14. Four−wheel drive control switch knob
(full−time four−wheel drive models) or
multi−mode control switch knob
(multi−mode four−wheel drive models)
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15. Engine switch
16. Cruise control switch
17. Hood lock release lever
18. Fuel filler door opener
19. Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags
off switch
20. “VSC OFF” switch
21. Center differential lock switch
22. Power outlet main switch
23. Instrument panel light control dial
CY11065
1. Volume control switches for audio
system/hands−free system (For the
hands−free system, see the separate
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.)
2. “!"” switch
3. “MODE” switch
4. Telephone switches (See the separate
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.)
5. Speech command switch (See the
separate “Navigation System Owner’s
Manual”.)
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