2011 TOYOTA 4RUNNER transmission fluid

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2-4. Using other
driving systems
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When driving
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■Crawl Control is temp orarily canceled when
Vehicle speed exceeds 15 mph (25 km/h). The Crawl Control indicator
flashes until the vehicle speed is reduced.
■ Automatic system cancelation
In the following situations, the system will cease operation and a buzzer will
sound to alert the driver. The Crawl Control indicator will flash until the sys-
tem is turned off completely.
● When the shift lever is shifted to P or N
● When the front-wheel drive control lever is shifted to H4
● When the driver’s door is opened
● When the system is malfunctioning
● When the brake system overheats
Stop the vehicle in a safe place. (There is no problem with continuing
normal driving.)
● When the automatic transmission system overheats
Stop the vehicle in a safe place until the automatic transmission fluid tem-
perature warning light goes off.
■ Sounds and vibrations caused by the Crawl Control system
● A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engine is
started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indi-
cate that a malfunction has occurred in Crawl Control system.
● Either of the following conditions may occur when the Crawl Control sys-
tem is operating. None of these indicates that a malfunction has
occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop.

492 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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ItemsParts and tools
Fuses(P. 531)• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
Light bulbs (P. 541)
• Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver
• Wrench
Power steering fluid level (P. 507)
• Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON® II or III
• Rag or paper towel
• Clean funnel
Radiator and condenser (P. 504)
Tire inflation pressure ( P. 520)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid (P. 512)
• Water or washer fluid containing
antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)

508 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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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.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5

568 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Low fuel level warning
lightIndicates remaining fuel is
approximately 3.5 gal.
(13.1 L, 2.9 Imp. gal.) or
less Refuel the vehicle.
Driver’s seat belt
reminder light (warning
buzzer)
*2
Warns the driver to fasten
his/her seat belt Fasten the seat belt.
(On the cen-
ter panel) Front passenger’s seat
belt reminder light (warn-
ing buzzer)
*2
Warns the front passen-
ger to fasten his/her seat
belt
Fasten the seat belt.
Tire pressure warning
light
When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pressure
Adjust the tire inflation
pressure.
When the light comes on
after blinking for 1 minute:
Malfunction in the tire
pressure warning system Have the system checked
by your Toyota dealer.
Automatic transmission
fluid temperature warning
light
Indicates that the auto-
matic transmission fluid
temperature is too high Stop the vehicle in a safe
place and shift the shift
lever to P.
If the light does not go off,
contact your Toyota dealer.
(Canada) Low windshield washer
fluid warning light
Low level of washer fluid Fill the tank.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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Automatic transmission
*: The fluid capacity is a reference q
uantity. If replacement is necessary,
contact your Toyota dealer.
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N, 50 kgf) while the engine is running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67 lbf (300 N, 30kgf).
Fluid capacity*
2.7 L 4-cylinder (2TR-FE) engine
10.5 qt. (9.9 L, 8.7 Imp. qt.)
4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE) engine
11.3 qt. (10.7 L, 9.4 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■ Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause
deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by
vibration and, ultimately, damage to the vehicle’s transmission.
Pedal clearance *13.62 in. (92 mm) Min.
Pedal free playLess than 0.04  0.24 in. (1  6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel *25  7 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3

622 6-1. Specifications
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Chassis lubrication
Steering
Propeller shafts
Spider
Slide yokeLithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2
Molybdenum-disulfide lithium base chas-
sis grease, NLGI No.2 or lithium base mul-
tipurpose grease, NLGI No.2
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II
or III

674 Alphabetical index
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Safety Connect .........................469
Seat beltsAdjusting the seat belt .............79
Automatic Locking
Retractor ............................... 81
Child restraint system
installation ...........................140
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belts ......................482
Emergency Locking Retractor ............................... 81
How to wear your seat belt......79
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................82
Pregnant women,
proper seat belt use ..............81
Reminder light ....................... 568
Seat belt extenders ................. 82
Seat belt pretensioners ...........80
Seat heaters..............................446
Seating capacity....................... 273
Seats Adjustment ........................ 61, 65
Adjustment precautions.....64, 75
Child seats/child restraint system installation ..............140
Cleaning ................................481
Head restraints ........................76
Properly sitting in the seat ..... 113
Seat heaters .......................... 446
Service reminder
indicators ..............................189 Shift lever
Automatic transmission ......... 173
Front-wheel drive .................. 223
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 593
Shift lock system ..................... 593
Side airbags ............................. 115
Side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 541
Switch ................................... 198
Wattage................................. 624
Side mirrors
Adjusting and folding............... 89
Slide deck ................................. 459
Smart key system Entry function .......................... 33
Starting the engine ................ 167
“SOS” button ........................... 469
Spare tire
Inflation pressure .................. 623
Storage location .................... 578
Spark plug ................................ 618
Specifications .......................... 612
Speech command switch ........ 385
Speedometer ............................ 182
Steering
Column lock release ..... 165, 170
Fluid ...................................... 507
Steering wheel Adjustment .............................. 86
Audio switches ...................... 361
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 541
Wattage................................. 624S

676 Alphabetical index
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Turn signal lightsReplacing light bulbs ............. 541
Switch.................................... 179
Wattage .................................624
Valet key .....................................30
Vanity lights Vanity lights ...........................430
Wattage .................................624
Vanity mirrors...........................430
Vehicle identification number ...................................613
Vehicle stability control...........253
VSC............................................ 253
Warning buzzers Brake system ........................565
Key reminder .........................572
Open door ............................ 567
Open moon roof reminder ..... 572
Seat belt reminder .................568
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system .......... 567
Automatic transmission
fluid temperature ................. 568
Brake system ........................565
Charging system .... ...............566
Engine oil pressure ............... 566
Engine oil replacement.......... 569
KDSS .................................... 567
Low fuel level ........................568
Low washer fluid ...................568
Malfunction indicator lamp ....566
Open door ............................. 567
Power steering ......................567
Pretensioners ........................566
Seat belt reminder .................568
Smart key system... ............... 570
SRS airbags .......................... 566
Tire pressure .........................568
Unengaged “Park” .................567 Washer
Checking ............................... 512
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 275
Switch ........................... 205, 207
Washing and waxing ............... 478
Weight
Cargo capacity ...................... 267
Load limits ............................. 273
Weight ................................... 612
Wheels ...................................... 524
Window glasses .................. 91, 94
Window lock switch................... 91
Windows Power back window ................ 94
Power windows ....................... 91
Rear window defogger .......... 310
Washer.......................... 205, 207
Windshield wiper de-icer ........ 312
Windshield wipers ................... 205
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............ 528
Wireless remote control key.... 47
WMA disc.................................. 333
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