2009 TOYOTA 4RUNNER oil temperature

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CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury observe the following precautions.
■When working on the engine compartment
●Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine
drive belt.
● Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right
after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
● Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the
engine compartment.
● Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the bat-
tery. Fuel and battery fumes are flammable.
● Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous
and corrosive sulfuric acid.
● Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage
painted surfaces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with
clean water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
■ When working near the cooling fan or radiator grille
Be sure the engine switch is off.
With the engine switch on, the cooling fan may automatically start to run if
the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high.
■ Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from
getting in the eyes.

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Maintenance and care
Engine oil
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■ Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level gro und. After turning off the engine,
wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into the bot-
tom of the engine.
Hold a rag under the end and pull the dipstick out.
4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE) engine
4.7 L V8 (2UZ-FE) engine
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check
the oil level.

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Maintenance and care
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap, turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly.
Checking the dipstick.
Reinstall the filler cap, turning it clockwise.
The approximate quantity of oil needed to raise the level between low and
full on the dipstick is indicated as follows:
1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 lmp. qt.)
■ Recommended viscosity
SAE 5W-30 is the best choice for
good fuel economy, and good
starting in cold weather.
*: If SAE 5W-30 oil is not avail-able, SAE 10W-30 oil may be
used. However, it should be
replaced with SAE 5W-30 at
the next oil change.
■How to read oil container labels
The ILSAC (International Lubricant Standardization and Approval
Committee) Certification Mark is added to some oil containers to
help you select the oil you should use.
Oil grade ILSAC multigrade engine oil
ItemsClean funnel
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Lubrication system
*: 5W-30 is an oil that provides optimal levels of fuel efficiency.
Oil viscosity
● The 5W portion of the oil viscosity rating indicates the characteristic
of the oil which allows cold startab ility. Oils with a lower value before
the W allow for easier starting of the engine in cold weather.
● The 30 in 5W-30 indicates the oil viscosity when the oil is at its
operating temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity may be better
suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, or under extreme
load condition.
Oil capacity
drain and refill
(Reference)
4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE) engine
4.7 L V8 (2UZ-FE) engine With filter
5.5 qt. (5.2 L, 4.6 Imp.qt.)
Without filter 5.2 qt. (4.9 L, 4.3 Imp.qt.)
With filter 6.5 qt. (6.2 L, 5.5 Imp.qt.)
Without filter 6.0 qt. (5.7 L, 5.0 Imp.qt.)
Oil grade ILSAC multigrade engine oil
Recommended oil
viscosityUse Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine
Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy the grade
and viscosity shown below.
Outside temperature

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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

508 Alphabetical index
Downhill Assist Control .......... 186
Driver’s seat belt reminder buzzer ..................................... 439
Driver's seat belt reminder light ......................................... 439
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 133
Correct posture .......................93
Driving assist systems........... 188
Procedures ............................ 140
Winter driving tips.................. 213
Driving position memory...........58
DVD player ................................ 280
Electronically modulated air suspension............................. 169
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds ................................ 436
If a warning light turns on ...... 436
If the engine will not start ...... 456
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P...................... 457
If the vehicle battery is discharged .......................... 459
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 466
If you have a flat tire ............. 445
If you lose your keys ............. 458
If you think something is wrong .................................. 432
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 427
If your vehicle overheats ....... 463
Emergency flashers Switch.................................... 426
Engine
Compartment ........................ 373
Engine switch ........................ 140
Hood...................................... 372
How to start the engine ......... 140
Identification number ............. 472
If the engine will not start ...... 456 Ignition switch ....................... 140
Immobilizer system ................. 88
Overheating .......................... 463
Engine coolant Capacity ................................ 475
Checking ............................... 380
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 213
Temperature gauge .............. 148
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ...................................... 148
Engine immobilizer system ...... 88
Engine oil Capacity ................................ 474
Checking ............................... 375
Preparing and checking before winter .................................. 213
Warning light ................. 437, 439
Engine oil maintenance data ......................................... 378
Engine switch........................... 140
Event data recorder ................. 434
Floor mat .................................. 337
Fluid Brake..................................... 381
Washer.................................. 387
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 417
Switch ................................... 162
Wattage................................. 480
Four-wheel drive system Four-wheel drive control switch.................................. 177
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 108
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light ........................ 439
Front passenger’s seat belt warning buzzer ...................... 439
Front seats Adjustment .............................. 41
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Keys ........................................28
Reminder buzzer ................... 441
Wireless remote control key ..................................28, 29
License plate lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 421
Switch.................................... 158
Wattage ................................. 480
Light bulbs
Replacing .............................. 415
Wattage ................................. 480
Lights
Automatic light off system ..... 160
Emergency flasher switch .................................. 426
Hazard light switch ................426
Headlight switch .................... 158
Instrument panel light control dial ...................................... 149
Interior light switch ................307
Personal light switch ............. 306
Replacing light bulbs ............. 415
Running board lights ............. 305
Turn signal lights switch ........ 145
Wattage ................................. 480
Load capacity ................... 211, 470
Lock steering column ................69
Luggage compartment features................................... 338
Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance ... 368
General maintenance ............ 364
Maintenance data.................. 470
Maintenance requirements.... 362
Vehicle exterior ..................... 356
Vehicle interior ...................... 359
Malfunction indicator lamp ..... 437 Meter
Accessory meter ................... 155
Instrument panel light
control ................................. 149
Meters ................................... 148
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror ............ 70
Rear side-view mirrors .......... 328
Side mirrors............................. 73
Vanity mirrors ........................ 324
Moon roof ................................... 82
MP3 disc ................................... 257
Odometer .................................. 148
Off-road precautions ............... 198
Oil
Engine oil .............................. 375
Warning light ................. 437, 439
Opener
Fuel door ................................. 85
Fuel filler door ......................... 85
Hood ..................................... 372
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding............... 73
Outside temperature
display .................................... 326
Overhead console.................... 316
Overheating, Engine ................ 463
Parking brake ........................... 146
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 418
Switch ................................... 158
Wattage................................. 480
Personal lights ......................... 306 Switch ................................... 306
Wattage................................. 480
Power back windows................. 79
Power outlet ............................. 329
Power steering Fluid ...................................... 383
Power windows .......................... 76
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If you have a flat tire ............. 445
Inflation pressure .................. 479
Information ........................... 484
Replacing ..................... 389, 445
Rotating tires ........................ 389
Size ...................................... 479
Spare tire .............................. 445
Tire pressure warning
system........................ 389, 441
Warning light ........................ 439
Tissue pocket .......................... 313
Tools......................................... 445
Total load capacity .................. 211
Towing
Dinghy towing ....................... 228
Emergency towing ................ 427
Trailer towing ........................ 216
Traction control system ......... 188
TRAC ........................................ 188
Trash holder ............................ 314
Trip meter................................. 148
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .... 419, 420
Switch ................................... 145
Wattage ................................ 480
Valet key..................................... 28
Vanity lights Vanity lights .......................... 324
Wattage ................................ 480
Vanity mirrors .......................... 324
Vehicle identification
number................................... 471
Vehicle stability control .......... 188
VSC ........................................... 188 Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................436
Key reminder .........................441
Seat belt reminder .................439
Warning lights
ABS .......................................437
Airbag system .......................437
Anti-lock brake system ..........437
Automatic transmission fluidtemperature ........................437
Brake system ........................436
Charging system .... ...............437
Driver’s seat belt ...................439
Engine oil replacement..........439
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 437
Front passenger’s seat belt ...439
Low engine oil pressure ........437
Low fuel level ........................439
Low washer fluid ...................439
Malfunction indicator lamp ....437
Open door .............................439
SRS .......................................437
Tire pressure .........................439
VSC OFF...............................437
Washer
Checking ...............................387
Preparing and checking before winter .......................213
Switch............................163, 165
Washing and waxing ...............356
Weight Cargo capacity ......................203
Load limits .............................211
Weight ...................................470
Wheels ......................................398
Window glasses ..................76, 79
Window lock switch ...................77
Windows Power back window ................79
Power windows .......................76
Rear window defogger ..........240
Washer ..........................163, 165
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