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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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2-2. Instrument clusterGauges and meters ............ 182
Indicators and warning lights ................................. 189
Accessory meter ................. 194
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .................. 198
Fog light switch ................... 204
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 205
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 207
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ...................... 209
Intuitive parking assist......... 213
Rear view monitor system (rear view mirror-attached
type) .................................. 218
Four-wheel drive system (part-time 4WD models).... 223
Four-wheel drive system (full-time 4WD models) ..... 226
Active traction control system .............................. 230
AUTO LSD system (2WD models) ................... 232
Rear differential lock system .............................. 235
Downhill assist control system .............................. 238
Crawl Control ...................... 241
Multi-terrain Select .............. 245
Driving assist systems ........ 253 2-5. Driving information
Off-road precautions........... 262
Cargo and luggage ............. 267
Vehicle load limits............... 273
Winter driving tips ............... 275
Trailer towing ...................... 280
Dinghy towing ..................... 293
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Manual air conditioning system .............................. 296
Automatic air conditioning system .............................. 302
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers ............... 310
Windshield wiper de-icer .... 312
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system types ............ 313
Using the radio ................... 317
Using the CD player ........... 324
Playing MP3 and WMA discs ................................. 333
Operating an iPod
®............ 341
Operating a USB memory ............................ 348
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 355
Using the AUX adapter....... 360
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 361
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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior............ 478
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior............. 481
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ..................... 484
General maintenance.......... 486
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................... 490
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 491
Hood ................................... 494
Engine compartment ........... 495
Tires .................................... 514
Tire inflation pressure ......... 520
Wheels ................................ 524
Air conditioning filter............ 526
Wireless remote control/ electronic key battery ........ 528
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 531
Light bulbs........................... 541 5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers............ 554
If your vehicle needs to be towed........................... 555
If you think something is wrong ............................... 561
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 562
Event data recorder ............ 563
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds.............................. 565
If you have a flat tire ........... 578
If the engine will not start.... 590
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .............. 592
If you lose your keys........... 594
If you cannot operate back door opener ............. 595
If the electronic key does not operate properly
(vehicles with a smart
key system) ...................... 596
If the vehicle battery is discharged........................ 598
If your vehicle overheats .... 603
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 606
4Maintenance and care5When trouble arises
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light
P. 106, 109
Front passenger “AIR BAG ON” and
“AIR BAG OFF” indicator
P. 129
: If equipped
*1: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Vehicles with a manual air conditioning system
Vehicles with an automatic air conditioning system Rear window and outside rear
view mirror defoggers
P. 310
Security indicator
light
P. 106, 109
Front passenger “AIR BAG ON” and
“AIR BAG OFF” indicator
P. 129
Rear window and outside rear
view mirror defoggers
P. 310
Intuitive parking assist
indicator light
P. 213
Intuitive parking assist
indicator light
P. 213
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
P. 567
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
P. 567
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Manual air conditioning system ........................... 296
Automatic air conditioning system ....... 302
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers ............ 310
Windshield wiper de-icer ............................ 312
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system types .......... 313
Using the radio ................. 317
Using the CD player ......... 324
Playing MP3 and WMA discs............................... 333
Operating an iPod
®.......... 341
Operating a USB memory .......................... 348
Optimal use of the audio system ........................... 355
Using the AUX adapter .... 360
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............... 361
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Manual air conditioning system
Adjusting the settings■ Basic setting
To turn on the air conditioning system and adjust the fan
speed, turn the fan speed control knob clockwise (increase) or
counterclockwise (decrease).
Turning the knob to “OFF” turns off the fan.
: If equipped
Fan speed control knob Air outlet selector knob
Cooling and dehumidification
function on/off button Temperature control knob
Outside/recirculated air mode button
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Interior features
4RUNNER_UTo adjust the temperature setting, turn the temperature control
knob clockwise (warm) or
counterclockwise (cool).
If is not pressed, the system will blow ambient temperature
air or heated air.
For quick cooling, turn the temper ature control knob to “MAX A/C”.
The air conditioning will automatically turn on and, if an air outlet
position other than or is selected, the system will be
set to recirculated air mode. While “MAX A/C” is selected, it is not
possible to turn off the air conditioning.
To select the air outlets, set th e air outlet selector knob to the
desired position.
The positions between the air outlet selections shown below can
also be selected for more delicate adjustment.
Air flows to the upper body.
Air flows to the upper body and
feet.
STEP 2
STEP 3
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4RUNNER_U Air flows to the feet.
Air flows to the feet and the
windshield defogger operates.
The air intake is automatically
switched to outside air mode.
Pressing
to turn the cool-
ing and dehumidification function
on clears the windshield and side
windows faster.
Air flows to the windshield and
side windows.
The air intake is automatically
switched to outside air mode. It is
not possible to return to recircu-
lated air mode when the switch is
on.
Pressing
to turn the cool-
ing and dehumidification function
on clears the windshield and side
windows faster.
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