2012 TOYOTA 4RUNNER automatic transmission

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Maintenance and care
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ItemsParts and tools
Fuses
(P. 555)• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
Light bulbs (P. 565)
• Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver
• Wrench
Power steering fluid level (P. 530)
• Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON® II or III
• Rag or paper towel
• Clean funnel
Radiator and condenser (P. 527)
Tire inflation pressure ( P. 543)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid (P. 535)
• Water or washer fluid containing
antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)

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Maintenance and care
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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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STEP 3
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STEP 5

588 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Stop the vehicle immediately.The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.Failure to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
Low engine oil pressure warning light Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The emission control system;
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system
SRS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system

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Power steering warning lightIndicates a malfunction in the power steering system
Unengaged “Park” warning light (if equipped) Indicates a malfunction in the transmission “Park” mech-
anism.
KDSS warning light (if equipped) Indicates a malfunction in KDSS
(Flashes) Automatic running boards indicator light (if
equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in Automatic running boards
(Flashes) Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning
light
Indicates a malfunction in the automatic transmission
system
Warning lightWarning light/Details

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Tire pressure warning
light
When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pressure
such as
• Natural causes (P. 598)
• Flat tire ( P. 603) Adjust the tire inflation
pressure (including the
spare tire) to the specified
level.
The light will turn off after
a few minutes. In case
the light does not turn off
even if the tire inflation
pressure is adjusted,
have the system checked
by your Toyota dealer.
When the light comes on
after blinking for 1 minute:
Malfunction in the tire
pressure warning system
(  P. 599) Have the system checked
by your Toyota dealer.
(Comes on)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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Automatic transmission
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. 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*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

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Vehicle specifications
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Chassis lubrication
Steering
Tires and wheels
Propeller shafts
SpiderLithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2
Slide yoke
Molybdenum-disulfide lithium base chas-
sis grease, NLGI No.2 or lithium base
chassis grease, NLGI No.2
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II
or III
Tire sizeP265/70R17 113S, P245/60R20 107H
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)
Front:
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Rear:
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare:
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size17  7J, 17  7 1/2J, 20  7J
Wheel nut torque81 ft•lbf (110 N•m, 11.2 kgf•m)

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C .....................................314, 320
ABS ...........................................266
Accessory meter ......................199
Active head restraints ............... 69
Active traction control ............. 243
Air conditioning filter............... 550
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ..............550
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................320
Manual air conditioning system ................................314
Airbags Airbag operating conditions...124
Airbag precautions for your child .................................... 128
Airbag warning light............... 588
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions............124
Curtain shield airbag precautions .........................128
Front passenger occupant classification system ...........136
General airbag precautions ...128
Locations of airbags ..............121
Modification and disposal of airbags ............................ 133
Proper driving posture ...119, 128
Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off switch ................134
Side airbag operating conditions............................ 124
Side airbag precautions ........ 128
SRS airbags .......................... 121 Alarm......................................... 116
Antenna ............................ 342, 385
Anti-lock brake system ........... 266
Armrest ..................................... 472
Audio input ............................... 381
Audio remote controls ............ 382
Audio system
Antenna................................. 342
Audio input ............................ 381
AUX port ............................... 381
CD player/changer ................ 345
iPod ....................................... 362
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 354
Optimal use ........................... 376
Portable music player ........... 381
Radio..................................... 338
Steering wheel audio switch.................................. 382
Type ...................................... 331
USB memory......................... 369
AUTO LSD system ................... 245
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................... 320
Automatic light control
system .................................... 203
Automatic running boards ........ 59
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ......... 179
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 618
S mode.................................. 181
AUX port ................................... 381
Auxiliary box ............................ 447A