2009 TOYOTA 4RUNNER ECU

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Interior features
NOTICE
■
Appliances that may not ope rate properly (115V AC)
The following 115V AC appliances may not operate even if their power con-
sumption is under 100 W.
● Appliances with high initial peak wattage
● Measuring devices that process precise data
● Other appliances that require an extremely stable power supply
■ To prevent the battery from being discharged
Turn off all the vehicle’s electronic equipment and accessories, such as the
headlights and air conditioning, when electrical appliances that consume in
excess of 100W are used continuously for long periods of time.
■ To prevent any damage caused by heat
●Do not use any electrical appliances that give off intense heat such as
toasters, in any locations including the internal or external trim, seats and
deck.
● Do not use any electrical appliances, which are easily affected by vibration
or heat, inside the vehicle.
Vibration while driving, or the heat of the sun while parking, may result in
damage to those electrical appliances.
■ If any electrical appliances ar e to be used while driving
Securely fasten both the appliances and their cables to prevent them from
falling or getting caught any of the power train components.
■ If the power outlet is loose when an electrical appliance plug is con-
nected
Replace the outlet.
Contact a Toyota dealer for any necessary replacements.
■ If the power outlet gets dirty
Turn the main switch off and use a soft, clean cloth to wipe it gently.
Do not use any cleansing materials, such as organic solvents, wax, or com-
pound cleaners, as these may damage the power outlet or cause it to mal-
function.

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Floor mat
CAUTION
■When inserting the floor mat
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in the floor mat slipping and interfering wi\
th the
movement of the pedals during driving, resulting in an accident.
●Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the vehicle carpet and the
correct side faces upward.
● Do not place floor mats on top of existing mats.
Securely place a mat that matches the size of the space on the car-
pet.
Secure the driver’s floor mat
using the hooks provided.

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Luggage compartment features
■Tie-down hooks
Tie-down hooks are provided
for securing loose items.

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Garage door opener (if equipped)
The garage door opener (HomeLink® Universal Transceiver) is manufac-
tured under license from HomeLink®.
Programming the HomeLink® (for U.S.A. owners)
The HomeLink
® compatible transceiver in your vehicle has 3 buttons
which can be programmed to operate 3 different devices. Refer to the
programming method below appropriate for the device.
Indicator
Buttons
■ Programming the HomeLink

Point the remote control trans-
mitter for the device 1 to 3 in. (25
to 75 mm) from the HomeLink
®
control buttons.
Keep the indicator on the
HomeLink® in view while pro-
gramming.
The garage door opener can be programmed to operate garage
doors, gates, entry do ors, door locks, home lighting systems, secu-
rity systems, and other devices.

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Test the operation of the HomeLink® by pressing the newly
programmed button. Check to se e if the gate/device operates
correctly.
Repeat the steps above to program another device for each of
the remaining HomeLink
® buttons.
■ Programming other devices
To program other devices such as home security systems, home
door locks or lighting, contact your authorized Toyota dealer for
assistance.
■ Reprogramming a button
The individual HomeLink
® buttons cannot be erased but can be
reprogrammed. To reprogram a button, follow the programming
instructions.
Operating the HomeLink®
Press the appropriate HomeLink® button. The HomeLink® indicator
on the HomeLink® transceiver should turn on.
The HomeLink® continues to send a signal for a maximum of 20 seconds
if the button is held in.
Erasing the entire HomeLink® memory (all three programs)
Press and hold down the 2 out-
side buttons for 20 seconds until
the indicator flashes.
If you sell your vehicle, be sure to
erase the programs stored in the
HomeLink
® memory.

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■Circling calibration
When “C” appears on the dis-
play, drive the vehicle at 5 mph
(8 km/h) or less in a circle until a
direction is displayed.
If there is not enough space to
drive in a circle, drive around the
block until the direction is dis-
played.
■Conditions unfavorable to correct operation
The compass may not show the correct direction in the following conditions:
●The vehicle is stopped immediately after turning.
● The vehicle is on an inclined surface.
● The vehicle is in a place where the earth’s magnetic field is subject to
interference by artificial magnetic fields (underground car park/parking
lot, under a steel tower, between buildings, roof car park/parking lot, near
an intersection, near a large vehicle, etc.).
● The vehicle has become magnetized.
(There is a magnet or metal object near the inside rear view mirror.)
● The battery has been disconnected.
● A door is open.
CAUTION
■While driving the vehicle
Do not adjust the display. Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehicle
is stopped.
■ When doing the circling calibration
Be sure to secure a wide space, and watch out for people and vehicles in the
neighborhood. Do not violate any local traffic rules while performing circling
calibration.

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Maintenance and care
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal • Moves smoothly (without uneven
pedal effort or catching)?
Automatic transmission “Park”
mechanism • Can the vehicle be hold securely
on an incline with the shift lever in
P?
Brake pedal • Moves smoothly?
• Does it have appropriate clear-
ance and correct amount of free
play?
Brakes • Not pull to one side when
applied?
• Loss of brake effectiveness?
• Spongy feeling brake pedal?
• Pedal almost touches floor?
Head restraints • Move smoothly and lock
securely?
Indicators/buzzers • Function properly?
Lights • Do all the lights come on?
• Headlights aimed correctly?
Parking brake • Moves smoothly?
• Can hold the vehicle securely on
an incline?
Seat belts • Does the seat belt system oper-
ate smoothly?
• Are the belts undamaged?
Seats • Do the seat controls operate
properly?
Steering wheel • Moves smoothly?
• Has correct free play?
• No strange noises?

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9 HEAD (HI RH) 10 A Right-hand headlight (high beam)
10 HEAD (HI LH) 10 A Left-hand headlight (high beam)
11 EFI NO.2 10 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
12 HEATER NO.2 7.5 A Air conditioning system
13 AIRSUS NO.2 10 A Rear height control air suspension
14 SEAT HEATER 25 A Seat heaters
15 DEFOG 30 A Back window defogger, multiport
fuel injection system/sequential
multiport fuel infection system
16 MIR HEATER 10 A Outside rear view mirror heater
17 DOME 10 A Interior light, personal lights, wire-
less remote control system, door
courtesy lights, gauge and meter,
vanity lights, instrument panel
lights, running board lights, multi-
plex communication system
18 RADIO NO.1 20 A Audio system, navigation system,
rear seat entertainment system
19 ECU-B 10 A Anti-lock brake system, traction
control system (2WD models),
active traction control system (4WD
models), vehicle stability control
system, air conditioning system,
multiplex communication system,
theft deterrent system, driving posi-
tion memory system, front passen-
ger occupant classification system
20 ALT-S 7.5 A Charging system
21 HORN 10 A Horns
22 A/F HEATER 15 A A/F sensor
FuseAmpereCircuit