2009 TOYOTA 4RUNNER tow

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior
featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in-
terior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners and seat belt
instructions for Canadian owners
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

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Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 165
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ...................... 166
Electronically modulated air suspension................... 169
AUTO LSD system (2WD models and
Multi-mode 4WD
models) ............................. 175
Four-wheel drive system (4WD models) ................... 177
Active traction control system (L4 mode on 4WD
models) ............................. 182
Rear differential lock system .............................. 184
Downhill Assist Control ....... 186
Driving assist systems ........ 188
2-5. Driving information Off-road precautions ........... 198
Cargo and luggage ............. 203
Vehicle load limits ............... 211
Winter driving tips ............... 213
Trailer towing ...................... 216
Dinghy towing ..................... 228
3-1. Using the air conditioning
system a nd defogger
Air conditioning system ....... 230
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers ....... 240 3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system (without
navigation system)
............. 241
Using the radio ................... 244
Using the CD player ........... 250
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ....................... 257
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 266
Using the AUX adapter....... 269
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 271
3-3. Using the rear audio/video
system
Rear seat entertainment system .............................. 274
Using the DVD player (DVD video)...................... 280
Using the DVD player (video CD) ........................ 288
Using the DVD player (audio CD/CD text) ........... 291
Using the DVD player (MP3 discs) ...................... 292
Using the video mode......... 294
Changing the Setup Menu settings ............................. 297
3-4. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................. 305
• Personal lights.................. 306
• Personal/interior lights...... 307
• Interior light ...................... 307
3-5. Using the storage features List of storage features ....... 309
• Glove box ......................... 310
• Coin holder ....................... 311
3Interior features

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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers ............ 426
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................ 427
If you think something is wrong ................................ 432
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 433
Event data recorder ............ 434
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds... .. 436
If you have a flat tire............ 445
If the engine will not start .... 456
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P.................... 457
If you lose your keys ........... 458
If the vehicle battery is discharged ........................ 459
If your vehicle overheats ..... 463
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 466
6-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ......................... 470
Fuel information .................. 481
Tire information ................... 484 6-2. Customization
Customizable features........ 495
Items to initialize ................. 498
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners...................... 500
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 501
Abbreviation list ........................ 504
Alphabetical index .................... 506
What to do if... ........................... 515
5When trouble arises
6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
Index

30 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
■Door lock buzzer
If a door is not fully closed, a buzzer sounds continuously if an attempt to
lock the door is made. Fully close the door to stop the buzzer, and lock the
vehicle once more.
■ Wireless remote control battery depletion
The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years. (The battery becomes depleted
even if the wireless remote control is not used.) If the wireless remot\
e control
function does not operate, the battery may be depleted. Replace the battery
when necessary. ( P. 402)
■ If the wireless remote control does not operate
Locking and unlocking the doors: Use the key. ( P. 33)
■ Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 30 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
■ Alarm
Using the wireless remote control to lock the door will set the alarm sy\
stem.
(P. 90)
■ Conditions affecting operation
The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the follow-
ing situations.
●Near a TV tower, radio station, electr ic power plant, airport or other facil-
ity that generates strong radio waves
● When carrying a portable radio, cell ular phone or other wireless commu-
nication device
● When multiple wireless keys are in the vicinity
● When the wireless key has come into contact with, or is covered by a
metallic object
● When a wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby
● When the wireless key has been left near an electrical appliance such as
a personal computer

46 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
Stow the second seat belt
buckle.
Lower the trash holder.
■ Folding down the second seats
Swing the bottom cushion up by
pulling the lock release strap.

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1-3. Adjustable components (s
eats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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Before driving
Push the lock release button and
fold down the seatback.
Tumbling the second seats (vehicles with third seats)
■ Before tumbling second seats
Adjust the head restraint to the
downmost position.
Stow the second seat belt buck-
les.

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1-3. Adjustable components (s
eats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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Before driving
Swing the seatback up.
Folding up the third seats (vehicles with third seats)
■ Before folding up the third seats
Adjust the head restraint to the
downmost position.
Stow the third seat belt buckles.

52 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
Removing the third seats (vehicles with third seats)
■ Before removing the third seats
Adjust the head restraint to the
downmost position.
Stow the third seat belt buckles.
Pass the seat belts through the
seat belt hangers.
This prevents the shoulder belt
from being damaged.
Make sure that the seat belts are
removed from the hangers before
using them.