2009 TOYOTA 4RUNNER air filter

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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• 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 4-1. 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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Maintenance and care4
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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning 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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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air
conditioning efficiency.
■ Removal method
Turn the engine switch off.
Open the glove box.
Remove the screw with a Phil-
lips-head screwdriver and
slide off the damper.
Push in each side of the glove
box to disconnect the claws.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement
may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to
the “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)
■ If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
NOTICE
■When using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditioning system without a filter may cause damage to the
system.
Remove the filter case.
■ Replacement method
Remove the air conditioning
filter and replace it with a new
one.
The“  UP” marks shown on the
filter should be pointing up.

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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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