1999 TOYOTA 4RUNNER wheel

4RUNNER ()
242
Checking and replacing tires
Tread wear indicator
CHECKING YOUR TIRES
Check the tire tread for the tread wear
indicators. If the indicators show, re-
place the tires.
The tires on your Toyota have built- in
tread wear indicators to help you know
when the tires need replacement. When
the tread depth wears to 1.6 mm (0.06
in.) or less, the indicators will appear. If
you can see the indicators in two or more
adjacent grooves, the tire should be re-
placed. The lower the tread, the higher
the risk of skidding.
The effectiveness of snow tires is lost
if the tread wears down below 4 mm
(0.16 in.). Check the tires regularly for damage
such as cuts, splits and cracks. If any
damage is found, consult with a techni-
cian and have the tire repaired or re-
placed.
Even if the damage does not appear seri-
ous, a qualified technician should examine
the damage. Objects which have pene-
trated the tire may have caused internal
damage.
Any tires which are over six years old
must be checked by a qualified techni-
cian even if damage is not obvious.
Tires deteriorate with age even if they
have never or seldom been used.
This also applies to the spare tire and
tires stored for future use.
REPLACING YOUR TIRES
When replacing a tire, use only the
same size and construction as original-
ly installed and with the same or great-
er load capacity.
Using any other size or type of tire may
seriously affect handling, ride, speedome-
ter/odometer calibration, ground clearance,
and clearance between the body and tires
or snow chains.CAUTION

Do not mix radial, bias belted, or
bias- ply tires on your vehicle. It
can cause dangerous handling char-
acteristics, resulting in loss of con-
trol.
Do not use tires or wheels other
than the manufacture's recom-
mended size.
Toyota recommends all four tires, or at
least both of the front or rear tires be
replaced at a time as a set.
See ºIf you have a flat tireº in Part 4 for
tire change procedure.
When a tire is replaced, the wheel
should always be balanced.
An unbalanced wheel may affect vehicle
handling and tire life. Wheels can get out
of balance with regular use and should
therefore be balanced occasionally.
When replacing a tubeless tire, the air
valve should also be replaced with a
new one.

4RUNNER ()243
Rotating tires
To equalize tire wear and help extend
tire life, Toyota recommends that you
rotate your tires approximately every
12000 km (7500 miles). However, the
most appropriate timing for tire rotation
may vary according to your driving hab-
its and road surface conditions.
See ºIf you have a flat tireº in Part 4 for
tire change procedure.
When rotating tires, check for uneven
wear and damage. Abnormal wear is usu-
ally caused by incorrect tire pressure, im-
proper wheel alignment, out- of- balance
wheels, or severe braking.
WHEN TO USE SNOW TIRES OR
CHAINS
Snow tires or chains are recommended
when driving on snow or ice.
On wet or dry roads, conventional tires
provide better traction than snow tires.
SNOW TIRE SELECTION
If you need snow tires, select the same
size, construction and load capacity as
the original tires on your Toyota.
Do not use tires other than those men-
tioned above. Do not install studded tires
without first checking local regulations for
possible restrictions.
SNOW TIRE INSTALLATION
Snow tires should be installed on all
wheels.
Installing snow tires on the front w
heels
only can lead to an excessive difference
in road grip capab ility between the front
and rear tires which could cause loss of
vehicle control.
When storing removed tires, you should
store them in a cool dry place.
Mark the direction of rotation and be sure
to install them in the same direction when
replacing.
CAUTION
Do not drive with the snow tires
incorrectly inflated.
Never drive over 120 km/h (75 mph)
with any type of snow tires.
TIRE CHAIN SELECTION
Use the tire chains of correct size.
Regulations regarding the use of tire
chains vary according to location or
type of road, so always check them
before installing chains.
CHAIN INSTALLATION
Install the chains on the rear tires as
tightly as possible. Do not use tire
chains on the front tires. Retighten
chains after driving 0.5Ð1.0 km
(1/4Ð1/2 mile).
When installing chains on your tires, care-
fully follow the instructions of the chain
manufacturer.
If wheel covers are used, they will be
scratched by the chain band, so remove
the covers before putting on the chains.
Installing snow tires and
chains

4RUNNER ()
244
CAUTION
Do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) or
the chain manufacturer 's recom-
mended speed limit, whichever is
lower.
Drive carefully avoiding bumps,
holes, and sharp turns, which may
cause the vehicle to bounce.
Avoid sharp turns or locked- wheel
braking, as use of chains may ad-
versely affect vehicle handling.
Replacing wheels
WHEN TO REPLACE YOUR WHEELS
If you have wheel damage such as
bending, cracks or heavy corrosion, the
wheel should be replaced.
If you fail to replace damaged wheels, the
tire may slip off the wheel or they may
cause loss of handling control.
WHEEL SELECTION
When replacing wheels, care should be
taken to ensure that the wheels are re-
placed by ones with the same load ca-
pacity, diameter, rim width, and offset.
Correct replacement wheels are available
at your Toyota dealer.
A wheel of a different size or type may
adversely affect handling, wheel and bear-
ing life, brake cooling, speedometer/odom-
eter calibration, stopping ab ility, headlight
aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clear-
ance, and tire or snow chain clearance to
the body and chassis. Replacement with used wheels is not rec-
ommended as they may have been sub-
jected to rough treatment or high mileage
and could fail without warning. Also, bent
wheels which have been straightened may
have structural damage and therefore
should not be used. Never use an inner
tube in a leaking wheel which is designed
for a tubeless tire.

4RUNNER ()245
Aluminum wheel precautions
After driving your vehicle the first 1600
km (1000 miles), check that the wheel
nuts are tight.
If you have rotated, repaired or
changed your tires, check that the
wheel nuts are still tight after driving
1600 km (1000 miles).
When using tire chains, be careful not
to damage the aluminum wheels.
Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and
wrench designed for your aluminum
wheels.
When balancing your wheels, use only
Toyota balance weights or equivalent
and a plastic or rubber hammer.
As with any wheel, periodically check
your aluminum wheels for damage. If
damaged, replace immediately.

4RUNNER ()259
Part 8
SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions and weight
Engine
Fuel
Service specifications
Ti r es
Fuses
Dimensions and weight
mm (in.)
P265/70R 16 tire
Without wheel
opening extension With wheel
opening extension
P225/75R 15 tire
Overall length 4655 (183.3) 4655 (183.3) 4655 (183.3)
Overall width 1690 (66.5) 1730 (68.1) 1800 (70.9)
Overall height 1715 (67.5) *
1760 (69.3) *
1760 (69.3) *
Wheelbase 2675 (105.3) 2675 (105.3) 2675 (105.3)
Front tread 1505 (59.3) 1505 (59.3) 1505 (59.3)
Rear tread 1495 (58.9) 1510 (59.5) 1510 (59.5)
Cargo weight rating kg (lb.): 113 (250)
* : Unladen vehicle

4RUNNER ()
262
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):
3RZ- FE engine
Two- wheel drive models 2.6 (2.7, 2.3)
Four- wheel drive models
2.5 (2.6, 2.2)
5VZ- FE engine 2.2 (2.3, 1.9)
Oil type: Gear oil API GL- 4 or GL- 5
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 75W- 90
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Fluid capacity (drain and ref ill),
L (qt., Imp. qt.): Two- wheel drive models Up to 1.6 (1.7, 1.4)
Four- wheel drive models Up to 2.0 (2.1, 1.8)
Fluid type: Automatic transmission fluid D- II or DEXRON III (DEXRON II) TRANSFER
Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.):
With the lever/button type front drive
control1.2 (1.3, 1.1)
With the lever type front drive control
1.0 (1.1, 0.9)
Oil type: Gear oil API GL- 4 or GL- 5
Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 75W- 90
DIFFERENTIAL
Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): Two- wheel drive models2.75 (2.9, 2.4)
Four- wheel drive models Front A.D.D.
1.15 (1.2, 1.0)
Except A.D.D.
1.1 (1.2, 1.0)
Rear With rear differential lock system2.75 (2.9, 2.4)
Without rear differential lock system 2.45 (2.6, 2.2) Oil type:
Hypoid gear oil API GL- 5
Recommended oil viscosity:
Front A.D.D.
SAE 75W- 90
Except A.D.D. Above -18 C (0 F)
SAE 90
Below -18 C (0 F)
SAE 80W or 80W- 90
Rear Above -18 C (0 F)
SAE 90
Below -18 C (0 F)
SAE 80W or 80W- 90
CHASSIS LUBRICATION
Propeller shafts: SpidersLithium base chassis grease,
NLGI No.2
Slide yoke and double cardan joint Molybdenum- disulfide lithium base
chassis grease, NLGI No.2

4RUNNER ()263
BRAKES
Minimum pedal clearance when depressed
with the pressure of 490 N (50 kgf, 110 lbf)
with the engine running, mm (in.):
75 (2.9)
Pedal freeplay, mm (in.): 1Ð6 (0.04Ð0.24)
Pad wear limit, mm (in.): 1.0 (0.04)
Lining wear limit, mm (in.): 1.0 (0.04)
Parking brake adjustment when pulled with
the force of 196 N (20 kgf, 44 lbf): 7Ð9 clicks
Fluid type: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
STEERING
Wheel freeplay: Less than 30 mm (1.2 in.)
Power steering fluid type: Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON II or III Tires
Tire size
Tire pressure
kPa (kgf/cm 2
or bar, psi)
Front Rear
P265/70R16
P225/75R15 220 (2.2, 32) 220 (2.2, 32)
200 (2.0, 29) 200 (2.0, 29) Wheel size
7J
16 *
1
7JJ
16 *
2
7J
15 *
1
7JJ
15 *
2
* 1
: Vehicles with steel wheels
* 2
: Vehicles with aluminum wheel
Wheel nut torque, N
Vm (kgf Vm, ft Vlbf):
110 (11.5, 83)

4RUNNER ()265
17. HEAD (HI LH) 10 A:
Left- hand head-
light (high beam)
18. HEAD (LO RH) 10 A: Right- hand
headlight (low beam)
19. HEAD (LO LH) 10 A: Left- hand head-
light (low beam)
20. ECU- IG 10 A: Cruise control system,
anti- lock brake system, electronically
controlled automatic transmission sys-
tem, power antenna, power window,
electric moon roof, power back window,
back window defogger, back window
wiper
21. TURN 10 A: Turn signals lights, emer-
gency flashers
22. WIPER 20 A: Windshield wipers and
washer, power door lock control sys-
tem, back window defogger, horns,
theft deterrent system
23. 4WD 20 A: A.D.D. control system,
four- wheel drive control system, rear
differential lock system
24. ACC 15 A: Car audio system, power
antenna, clock, power rear view mirror
control, cigarette lighter, SRS airbag
system, seat belt pretensi oners, elec-
tronically controlled automatic transmis-
sion system, power outlets, theft deter-
rent system 25. GAUGE 10 A:
Gauges and meters,
back window defogger, daytime running
light system, air conditioning system,
cruise control system, rear differential
lock system, electronically controlled
automatic transmission, back- up lights
26. IGN 10 A: SRS airbag system, seat
belt pretensioners, multiport fuel injec-
tion system/sequential multiport fuel in-
jection system, discharge warning light
27. ECU- B 7.5 A: Gauges and meters,
SRS airbag system, seat belt preten-
sioners
28. HORN,HAZ 15 A: Horns, emergency
flashers
29. STA 7.5 A: Starting system
30. STOP 10 A: Stop lights, high- mounted
stoplight
Fuses (type B)
31. HEATER 50 A: Air conditioning system,
all components in ºA.Cº fuse
32. AM1 40 A: Starting system, all compo-
nents in ºACCº, ºGAUGEº, ºTURNº,
ºECU- IGº, ºWIPERº, º4WDº fuses
33. J/B 50 A: All components in ºPOWERº,
ºHORN,HAZº, ºSTOPº, ºECU- Bº fuses 34. AM2 30 A:
Starting system, multiport
fuel injection system/sequential multi-
port fuel injection system, all compo-
nents in ºSTAº, ºIGNº fuses
35. POWER 30 A: Power window, power
back window, electric moon roof, power
seat, back door lock
Fuses (type C)
36. ABS 60 A: Anti- lock brake system
37. ALT 120 A: Charging system, all com-
ponents in ºAM1º, ºHEATERº, ºTAILº,
ºRR HTRº, ºALT- Sº, ºDEFOGº, ºMIR
HTRº and ºACCº fuses