2012 TOYOTA 4RUNNER lights

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
2
When driving
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Windshield wipers and washer
When intermittent windshield wiper operation is selected, the wiper
interval can be adjusted.
The wiper operation is selected by moving the lever as follows.
Ty p e A Intermittent wind-
shield wiper opera-
tion
Low speed wind-
shield wiper opera-
tion
High speed wind-
shield wiper opera-
tion
Temporary operation
Increases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency
Decreases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency
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Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
The wipers will automatically
operate a couple of times after
the washer squirts.
Ty p e BIntermittent wind-
shield wiper opera-
tion
Low speed wind-
shield wiper opera-
tion
High speed wind-
shield wiper opera-
tion
Temporary operation
Increases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency
Decreases the intermittent
windshield wiper frequency
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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
2
When driving
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■
The windshield wipers and washer can be operated when
Vehicles without a smart key system: The engine switch is in the “ON” posi-
tion.
Vehicles with a smart key system: The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in
IGNITION ON mode.
■ If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.
NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■ When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over-
heat.
■ When a nozzle becomes blocked
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
The wipers will automatically
operate a couple of times after
the washer squirts.
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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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Rear window wiper and washer
Before operating the rear window wiper and washer switch, make
sure the back window is completely closed. (P. 101)
The wiper operation is selected by moving the lever as follows:
Ty p e A Intermittent window wiper
operation
Normal window wiper oper-
ation
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
The wiper will automatically
operate a couple of times after
the washer squirts.
(After operating several times,
the wiper operates one more
time after a short delay to pre-
vent dripping.)
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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
2
When driving
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■
The rear window wiper and w asher can be operated when
● Vehicles without a smart key system: The engine switch is in the “ON”
position.
Vehicles with a smart key system: The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is
in IGNITION ON mode.
● The back window is completely closed.
■ Intermittent window wiper operation
● When intermittent window wiper operation mode is selected, the wiper
will operate a couple of times and then switch to intermittent operation.
● During intermittent operation, the wiper stops temporarily at the reversing
position.
Ty p e B
Intermittent window wiper
operation
Normal window wiper oper-
ation
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
The wiper will automatically
operate a couple of times after
the washer squirts.
(After operating several times,
the wiper operates one more
time after a short delay to pre-
vent dripping.)
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■When the rear window wiper and washer switch is turned off
The rear wiper will stop operation, and return to the retracted position after
approximately 3 seconds.
However, if the engine switch is turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position
(vehicles without a smart key system) or the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
is turned to ACCESSORY mode or tur ned off (vehicles with a smart key sys-
tem) while the rear wiper is operating, the rear wiper will stop at that position
and will not return to the retracted position.
■ If no washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzle is not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
washer fluid reservoir.
■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
Settings (e.g. drip prevention function) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 660)
NOTICE
■When the rear window is dry
Do not use the wiper, as it may damage the rear window.
■ When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over-
heat.
■ When a nozzle becomes blocked
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

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2-4. Using other
driving systems
2
When driving
4RUNNER_U
■Smear effect
■ Flicker effect
When the camera is used under fluorescent light, sodium lights, or mercury
lights etc., the lights and the illuminated areas may appear to flicker.
●The sun or headlights are shining
directly into the camera lens.
● A bright object such as a white wall is
reflected in the mirror surface over the
monitor.
If a bright light, such as sunlight reflected
off the vehicle body, is picked up by the
camera, a smear effect* characteristic to
the camera may occur.
*: Smear effect A phenomenon that
occurs when a bright light is picked up
by the camera; when transmitted by the
camera, the light source appears to
have a vertical streak above and below
it.
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While the downhill assist control system is operating
The slip indicator will flash to
indicate that the downhill assist
control system is operating, and
the stop lights and high mounted
stoplight will turn on.
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■Operating tips
The system will operate when the shift lever is in any position other than P.
However, to make effective use of the system it is recommended that the
shift lever be shifted to the “2” or “1” range of S.
■ If the downhill assist control system indicator flashes
● In the following situations, the indicator flashes and the system will not
operate:
• The transfer mode is not in L4 (part-time 4WD models) or L4L (full-time
4WD models).
• The rear differential is locked.
• The brake system overheats. The system will situations operation and a buzzer will sound to alert the
driver. At this time, the “TRAC OFF” indicator will come on. Stop the
vehicle in a safe place. Refrain from using the system until the indicator
stops flashing and stays on. (There is no problem with continuing nor-
mal driving.)
● In the following situations, the indicator flashes to alert the driver, but the
system will still operate:
• The shift lever is in N. (Engine braking will not occur.)
• The “DAC” switch is turned off while the system is operating.
The system will gradually ceases operation. The indicator will flash dur-
ing operation, and then go off when the system is fully off.