2011 TOYOTA 4RUNNER oil temperature

498 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Engine oilWith 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.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out.
2.7 L 4-cylinder (2TR-FE) engine
4.0 L V6 (1GR-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.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
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Lubrication system■ Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use
Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy
the following grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for
good fuel economy and good
starting in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 is not available,
SAE 5W-20 oil may be used.
However, it must be replaced
with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil
change.
The 0W portion of the oil viscosity rating indicates the characteristic of the
oil which allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow
for easier starting of the engine in cold weather.
The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the oil viscosity when the oil is at its operating
temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity may be better suited if the vehi-
cle is operated at high speeds, or under extreme load conditions.
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill  reference)
With filter
Without filter2.7 L 4-cylinder (2TR-FE) engine
6.1 qt. (5.8 L, 5.1 Imp. qt.)
4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE) engine
6.6 qt. (6.2 L, 5.5 Imp. qt.)
2.7 L 4-cylinder (2TR-FE) engine
5.4 qt. (5.1 L, 4.5 Imp. qt.)
4.0 L V6 (1GR-FE) engine
6.0 qt. (5.7 L, 5.0 Imp. qt.)
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Vehicle specifications
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Warning: The temperature grades of a tire assume that it is properly
inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or
excessive loading, either sepa-
rately or in combination, can caus e heat buildup and possible tire fail-
ure.
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
pressure The maximum cold inflated
pressure to which a
tire may be inflated, s hown on the sidewall of
the tire
Recommended
inflation pressure Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer.
Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of auto-
matic 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

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Driving
Break-in tips ......................... 155
Correct posture..................... 113
Driving assist systems .......... 253
Off-road precautions............. 262
Procedures ........................... 154
Winter driving tips ................. 275
Electronic key If your electronic key battery is depleted...... 528, 597
Emergency flashers Switch ................................... 554
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 597
If the engine will not start...... 591
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 593
If the vehicle has a discharged battery ............ 599
If the warning buzzer sounds ............................... 565
If the warning light
turns on .............................. 565
If you cannot operate back door opener........................ 596
If you have a flat tire ............ 578
If you lose your keys............. 595
If you think something is wrong ................................. 561
If your vehicle becomes stuck................................... 607
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency... 608
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................. 555
If your vehicle overheats ...... 604 Engine
Compartment ........................495
Engine switch ................164, 167
Hood......................................494
How to start the engine ...................164, 167
Identification number .............613
If the engine will not start ......591
Ignition switch................164, 167
Overheating...........................604
Engine compartment cover.....497
Engine coolant Capacity ................................618
Checking ...............................503
Preparing and checking before winter .......................275
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ......................................182
Engine immobilizer system.....106
Engine oil Capacity ................................616
Checking ...............................498
Preparing and checking before winter .......................275
Engine oil maintenance
data .........................................501
Engine switch ...................164, 167
Event data recorder .................563
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Odometer ................................. 182
Off-road precautions............... 262
Oil
Engine oil.............................. 498
Opener Fuel filler door....................... 102
Hood ..................................... 494
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding .............. 89
Outside temperature display ................................... 433
Overhead console ................... 422
Overheating, Engine ............... 604
Parking brake .......................... 180
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 541
Switch ................................... 198
Wattage ................................ 624
Party mode switch .................. 359
Pen holder................................ 421
Personal lights Switch ................................... 414
Wattage ................................ 624
Power back window .................. 94
Power outlets................... 436, 439
Power steering Fluid...................................... 507
Power windows ......................... 91 Radiator ....................................504
Radio .........................................317
Rear differential lock
system ....................................235
Rear seats Adjustment ..............................65
Folding down ...............67, 69, 72
Rear step bumper ......................57
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .............541
Wattage .................................624
Rear view monitor system ......218
Rear window ...............................94
Rear window defogger ............310
Rear window wiper ..................207
Replacing
Fuses ....................................531
Key battery ............................528
Light bulbs .............................541
Tires ......................................578
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ......................648
Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off switch.......128
Roof luggage carrier ................267O
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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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