2009 TOYOTA 4RUNNER transmission

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5-1. Essential information
Event data recorder
In a crash or a near car crash eventThe 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 follow-
ing 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 shift lever
● Whether the driver and front passenger wore seat belts or not
● Driver’s seat position
● SRS airbag deployment data
● SRS airbag system diagnostic data
● Front passenger’s occupant classification
The information above is intended to be used for the purpose of
improving vehicle safety performan ce. Unlike general data recorders,
the EDR does not record sound data such as conversation between
passengers.
Your vehicle has computers that monitor and control certain aspects
of your vehicle. These computers assi st in driving and maintaining
optimal vehicle performance.
Besides storing data useful for tr oubleshooting, there is an event
data recorder (EDR) that records data in a crash or a near car
crash event.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
*: The light may come on when the oil level is extremely low. It is not designed to indicate low oil level, and the oil level must be checked using the engine
oil level dipstick.
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging sys-
tem.
Low engine oil pressure warning light Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low*.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system;
• The electronic automatic transmission control sys-tem; or
• The emission control system.
SRS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system.

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(U.S.A.)
(Canada) ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system.
Automatic transmission fluid temperature warn-
ing light Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid tem-
perature is too high.
(Flashing) VSC OFF warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC;
• The TRAC;
• The AUTO LSD system;
• The active traction control system (4WD models);
• The downhill assist control system (if equipped); or
• The hill-start assist control system (if equipped).
Warning lightWarning light/Details

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
NOTICE
■
To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and do not rev the engine.
● If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures, the vehicle may
require towing to be freed.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Automatic transmission
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary,
contact your Toyota dealer.
Transfer (4WD models)
Fluid capacity *
4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE) engine
10.9 qt. (10.4 L, 9.1 Imp.qt.)
4.7 L V8 (2UZ-FE) engine
10.9 qt. (10.4 L, 9.1 Imp.qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS”
may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission
accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic
transmission of your vehicle.
Oil capacity 1.5 qt. (1.4 L, 1.2 Imp.qt.)
Oil type Hypoid gear oil API GL-5
Recommended oil viscosity SAE 75W-90

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Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N,50 kgf) with the engine running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 66.1 lbf (294 N,30 kgf).
Chassis lubrication
Steering
Pedal clearance *12.1 in. (54 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.04  0.24 in. (1  6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear
limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel *25 — 7 clicks
Fluid type
FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
Propeller shafts Spider
Slide yokeLithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2
Molybdenum — disulfide lithium base
chassis grease, NLGI No.2 or lithium base
multipurpose grease, NLGI No.2
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid type
Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or
III

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Warning: The temperature grades for this tire are established for a
tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation,
or excessive loading, either
separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible
tire failure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation
pressure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a
tire may be inflated, s hown on the sidewall of
the tire
Recommended
inflation pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those
standard items which may be replaced) of
transmission, power steering, power brakes,
power windows, power seats, radio and heater,
to the extent that these items are available as
factory-installed equipment (whether installed
or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded
vehicle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................. 230
ABS ........................................... 188
Accessory meter ...................... 155
Active traction control system .................................... 182
Air conditioning filter............... 400
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter .............. 400
Air conditioning system ......... 230
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions.....98
Airbag precautions for your child .................................... 102
Airbag warning light............... 437
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions..............98
Curtain shield airbag precautions ......................... 102
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........... 108
General airbag precautions ... 102
Locations of airbags ................95
Modification and disposal of airbags ................................ 106
Proper driving posture .....93, 102
Side airbag operating
conditions..............................98
Side airbag precautions ........ 104
SRS airbags ............................95
Alarm ...........................................90
Antenna..................................... 248
Anti-lock brake system
ABS warning light .................. 438
Anti-lock brake system .......... 188
Armrest ..................................... 336
Audio input ............................... 269
Audio remote controls............. 271
Audio system
Antenna ................................. 247
Audio input ............................ 269
Audio visual input .................. 269
AUX adapter.......................... 269
CD player .............................. 250 DVD player............................ 280
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 257
Optimal use ........................... 266
Portable music player ........... 269
Radio..................................... 244
Rear seat entertainment
system ................................ 274
Type ...................................... 241
Audio visual input .................... 294
AUTO LSD system ................... 175
Automatic light off system...... 160
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ......... 143
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 457
AUX adapter ............................. 269
Auxiliary box ............ 309, 322, 343
A/V input adapter ..................... 294
Back door Back door ................................ 38
Wireless remote control .......... 29
Back window ........................... 79
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 416
Wattage................................. 480
Back window .............................. 79
Battery
Charging system warning light ..................................... 437
Checking ............................... 385
If the vehicle battery is discharged .......................... 459
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 213
Bottle holders................... 309, 321
Brake assist.............................. 188
Brakes Brake system warning light ..................................... 436
Fluid ...................................... 381
Parking brake ........................ 146A
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