2012 TOYOTA 4RUNNER ignition

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4-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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■
Reset the maintenance data (U.S.A. only)
After the required maintenance is performed according to the maintenance
schedule, please reset the maintenance data.
To reset the data, follow the procedures described below:
Switch the display to the trip meter A ( P. 188) when the engine is
running.
Vehicles without a smart key system
Turn the engine switch off.
Vehicles with a smart key system
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
Vehicles without a smart key system
While pressing the trip meter reset button ( P. 188), turn the
engine switch to the “ON” position (do not start the engine because
reset mode will be canceled). Continue to press and hold the button
until the trip meter displays “000000”.
Vehicles with a smart key system
While pressing the trip meter reset button ( P. 188), turn the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch to the IGNITION ON mode (do not
start the engine because otherwise the reset mode will be can-
celed). Continue to press and hold the button until the trip meter
displays “000000”.
■ Allow inspection and repairs to be performed by a Toyota dealer
● Toyota technicians are well-trained specialists and are kept up to date
with the latest service information. They are well informed about the
operations of all systems on your vehicle.
● Keep a copy of the repair order. It proves that the maintenance that has
been performed is under warranty coverage. If any problem should arise
while your vehicle is under warranty, your Toyota dealer will promptly
take care of it.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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Using a flatbed truckIf you use chains or cables to tie
down your vehicle, the angles
shaded in black must be 45.
Do not overly tighten the tie
downs or the vehicle may be
damaged.
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■ Before emergency towing
Vehicles without a smart key system: Turn the engine switch to the
“ACC” (engine off) or “ON” position.
Vehicles with a smart key system: Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY (engine off) or IGNITION ON mode
(engine running).
Part-time 4WD models: Shift the front-wheel drive control lever to
H2.
Full-time 4WD models: Put the four-wheel drive control switch in
H4F. (The center differential is unlocked.)
Shift the shift lever to N.
Release the parking brake.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4

624 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Vehicles with a smart key system only: Open and close any
of the doors of your vehicle with the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch off.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start
the engine of your vehicle by turning the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch to IGNITION ON mode (vehicles with a smart
key system) or turning the engine switch to the “ON” posi-
tion (vehicles without a smart key system).
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse or der from which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle inspected at your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible.STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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Cooling system
Ignition system
Capacity11.1 qt. (10.5 L, 9.2 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following:
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• A similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-
nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-
life hybrid organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Spark plug
Make
GapDENSO SK20HR11
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■ Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.

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Alphabetical index
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Electronic key
If your electronic key battery is depleted...... 552, 621
Emergency flashers Switch ................................... 578
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 621
If the engine will not start...... 616
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 618
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery ............ 623
If the warning buzzer sounds ............................... 587
If the warning light turns on .............................. 587
If you cannot operate back
door opener........................ 620
If you have a flat tire ............ 603
If you lose your keys............. 619
If you think something is wrong ................................. 585
If your vehicle becomes stuck................................... 630
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency... 631
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................. 579
If your vehicle overheats ...... 627
Engine
Compartment........................ 520
Engine switch ............... 170, 173
Hood ..................................... 519
How to start the engine .................. 170, 173
Identification number ............ 635
If the engine will not start...... 616
Ignition switch ............... 170, 173
Overheating .......................... 627 Engine compartment cover.....521
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................639
Checking ...............................526
Preparing and checking before winter .......................288
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ......................................186
Engine immobilizer system.....113
Engine oil
Capacity ................................637
Checking ...............................522
Preparing and checking before winter .......................288
Engine switch ...................170, 173
Event data recorder ...................26
Floor mat...................................473
Fluid
Brake .....................................528
Power steering ......................530
Washer ..................................535
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs .............565
Switch....................................209
Wattage .................................644
Four-wheel drive
system ............................236, 239
Front passenger occupant classification system ............136
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light .................591
Front seats
Adjustment ..............................68
Front side marker light Replacing light bulbs .............565
Switch....................................203
Wattage .................................644
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs .............565
Switch....................................183
Wattage .................................644E
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FuelCapacity ................................636
Fuel gauge ............................ 186
Fuel pump shut off system ....586
Gas station information .........700
Information ............................ 645
Refueling ............................... 109
Type ......................................636
Fuel door...................................109
Fuel filler door .......................... 109
Fuel pump shut off system .................................... 586
Fuses......................................... 555
Garage door opener.................486
Gas station information...........700
Gauges ......................................186
Glove box.................................. 442
Grocery bag hooks .................. 483
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ................404
Hazard lights
Switch.................................... 578
Head restraints Adjusting ................................. 83
Headlights Replacing light bulbs ............. 565
Switch.................................... 203
Wattage .................................644
Heaters Seat heaters .......................... 470
Side mirrors ...........................328
Hill-start assist control ............266
Hood .......................................... 519
Hooks Cargo hook............................ 480
Cargo net hooks .................... 481
Grocery bag hooks ................483
Horn...........................................185 I/M test ...................................... 515
Identification
Engine ................................... 635
Vehicle .................................. 635
Ignition switch.................. 170, 173
Illuminated entry system......... 440
Indicator lights ......................... 193
Initialization Items to initialize ................... 666
Inside rear view mirror .............. 94
Instrument panel light control .................................... 191
Interior lights Interior lights ......................... 438
Switch ................................... 439
Wattage................................. 644
Intuitive parking assist ............ 221
Jack Vehicle-equipped jack ........... 603
Jack handle .............................. 603
KDSS ......................................... 266
Keyless entry ............................. 49
Keys Electronic key.......................... 32
Engine switch ................ 170, 173
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 621
If you lose your keys ............. 619
Ignition switch ............... 170, 173
Key number............................. 32
Keyless entry .......................... 49
Keys ........................................ 32
Mechanical key ....................... 32
Wireless remote control key.... 49
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Storage compartment ..............482
Storage feature.........................441
Storage precautions ................284
StuckIf your vehicle becomes stuck ...................................630
Sun visors.................................453
Sunshade Roof....................................... 105
Switch Emergency flasher switch ..... 578
Engine switch ................170, 173
Fog light switch ..................... 209
Hazard light switch ................578
Ignition switch................170, 173
Light switches........................ 203
Power back window switch ...101
Power door lock switch ...........54
Power window switch ..............98
Rear window wiper and washer switch ..................... 214
Window lock switch ................. 98
Wiper and washer switch ......211 Tachometer
Tachometer ........................... 186
Tail lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 565
Switch ................................... 203
Wattage................................. 644
Talk switch ............................... 410
Telephone switch..................... 410
Theft deterrent system Alarm..................................... 116
Engine immobilizer system ... 113
Tire inflation pressure ............. 543
Tire information
Glossary ................................ 653
Size ....................................... 650
Tire identification number...... 649
Uniform tire quality grading ... 651
Tires
Chains ................................... 288
Checking ............................... 537
If you have a flat tire.............. 603
Inflation pressure .................. 543
Inflation pressure sensor....... 537
Information ............................ 648
Replacing .............................. 603
Rotating tires ......................... 537
Size ....................................... 643
Snow tires ............................. 288
Spare tire .............................. 603
Tissue pocket ........................... 445
Tools ......................................... 603
Total load capacity .................. 286
Towing Dinghy towing ....................... 311
Emergency towing ................ 579
Trailer towing ........................ 293
TRAC ......................................... 266
Traction control ....................... 266
Trip information ....................... 199
Trip meter ................................. 186T