2010 TOYOTA 4RUNNER steering

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Power steering fluid
■ Fluid level
The fluid level should be within the appropriate range.
2.7 L 4-cylinder (2TR-FE) engine
Full (when cold)
Add fluid (when cold)
Full (when hot)
Add fluid (when hot)
4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE) engine Full (when cold)
Add fluid (when cold)
Full (when hot)
Add fluid (when hot)
Hot: Vehicle has been driven around 50 mph (80 km/h) for 20 minutes, or slightly longer in frigid temperatures. (Fluid tem-
perature, 140°F - 175°F [60°C - 80°C]).
Cold: Engine has not been run for about 5 hours. (Room tempera- ture, 50°F - 85°F [10°C - 30°C]).
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Checking the fluid level
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
Clean all dirt off the reservoir.
Remove the cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinstall the cap and remove it again.
Check the fluid level.
Fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
ItemsRag or paper, clean funnel (only for adding fluid)
CAUTION
■When checking the reservoir
Take care as the reservoir may be hot.
NOTICE
■When adding fluid
Avoid overfilling, or the power steering may be damaged.
■ After replacing the reservoir cap
Check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or
damage.
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*: Replace the fuse with one of th
e same ampere rating as the origi-
nal
38EFI NO.27.5 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injec-
tion system
39ALT
120 A* HTR, 400W INV, A/C COMP,
TOWING TAIL, SUB BATT,
MIR HTR, DEF, DEICER,
STOP, PTC HTR NO.1, PTC
HTR NO.2, PTC HTR NO.3,
S/HTR FR, ACC, P/OUTLET,
IG1, ECU-IG NO.1, ECU-IG
NO.2, WIP, WASHER, KDSS,
4WD, BKUP LP, TOWING
BKUP, DOOR P, DOOR RL,
DOOR RR, DOOR D, P/SEAT
FL, P/SEAT FR, DOOR, A/C,
OBD, DOOR BACK, S/ROOF,
PANEL, TAIL, FOG FR, D/L
NO.2 fuses
140 A*
40SPARE10 A

41SPARE15 A
42SPARE20 A
43P/I-B80 A
IG2, EFI, A/F, HORN fuses
44SECURITY10 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injec-
tion system
45SMART 7.5 A
Smart key system
46STRG LOCK 20 ASteering lock system
47TOWING BRK30 A
Trailer brake controller
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Driver’s side instrument panel
FuseAmpereCircuit
1TA I L10 A Stop/tail lights
2PA N E L7.5 A Instrument panel lights
3GAUGE7.5 A Meter and gauge
4IGN10 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injec-
tion system, air bag system,
smart key system
5WASHER20 A Wiper and washer
6WIP30 A Wiper and washer
7S/ROOF 25 A Electric moon roof
8DOOR RR25 A Power windows
9DOOR D25 A Power windows
10DOOR BACK30 A
Multiplex communication sys-
tem
11DOOR P30 A Power windows
12P/SEAT FR 30 A Front passenger's power seat
13S/HTR FR 20 A Seat heater system
14ECU-IG NO.210 AAir conditioning system, multi-
port fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injec-
tion system
15IG17.5 A
Turn signal lights, emergency
flashers
16ECU-IG NO.110 AVehicle stability control sys-
tem, tire pressure warning sys-
tem, steering sensor
17DOOR7.5 A Power windows

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Unplug the connector while
depressing the lock release.
High beam
Low beam
■ Parking light and front side marker light
Turn the steering wheel in the
opposite direction of the parking
light and front side marker light
that you wish to replace.
For example, if you wish to
replace the parking light and front
side marker light on the right side,
turn the steering wheel to the left.
Remove the fender liner screws.
Partly remove the fender liner.
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4RUNNER_UTurn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
Remove the light bulb.
■ Fog light (if equipped)
Turn the steering wheel in the
opposite direction of the fog light
that you wish to replace.
For example, if you wish to
replace the fog light on the right
side, turn the steering wheel to
the left.
Remove the fender liner screws.
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Front turn signal light and daytime running light
Turn the steering wheel in the
opposite direction of the front
turn signal light and daytime run-
ning light that you wish to
replace.
For example, if you wish to
replace the front turn signal light
and daytime running light on the
right side, turn the steering wheel
to the left.
Remove the fender liner screws.
Partly remove the fender liner.
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When trouble arises
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If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towingThe following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer before towing.
● The engine is running but the vehicle will not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available in
an emergency, your vehicle may
be temporarily towed using a
cable or chain secured to the
emergency towing eyelet(s).
This should only be attempted
on hard surfaced roads for short
distances at low speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to
steer and operate the brakes.
The vehicle’s wheels, drive train,
axles, steering and brakes must
be in good condition.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
your Toyota dealer or a commerci al towing service, using a lift-type
truck or flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all to wing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.
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