2012 TOYOTA 4RUNNER oil temperature

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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 ground. After warming up the engine
and turning it off, wait more than 5 minutes for the oil to drain
back into the bottom of the engine.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out.
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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Full
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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.
Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example):
●The 0W in 0W-20 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 viscosity characteristic of the oil when
the oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a
higher value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high
speeds, or under extreme load conditions.
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill  reference)
With filter
Without filter6.6 qt. (6.2 L, 5.5 Imp. qt.)
6.0 qt. (5.7 L, 5.0 Imp. qt.)
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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
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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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Odometer .................................. 186
Off-road precautions ............... 275
OilEngine oil ..............................522
Opener Fuel filler door ....................... 109
Hood......................................519
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding ............... 96
Outside temperature display .................................... 457
Overhead console .................... 447
Overheating, Engine ................627
Parking brake ...........................184
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 565
Switch.................................... 203
Wattage .................................644
Party mode switch ...................380
Pen holder ................................446
Personal lights Switch.................................... 439
Wattage .................................644
Power back window .................101
Power outlets ...................460, 463
Power steering Fluid ......................................530
Power windows ..........................98 Radiator .................................... 527
Radio ......................................... 338
Rear differential lock
system .................................... 248
Rear seats Adjustment .............................. 72
Folding down............... 74, 76, 79
Rear step bumper ...................... 64
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 565
Wattage................................. 644
Rear view monitor system ...... 226
Rear window............................. 101
Rear window defogger ............ 328
Rear window wiper .................. 214
Replacing
Fuses .................................... 555
Key battery ............................ 552
Light bulbs............................. 565
Tires ...................................... 603
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ...................... 668
Reset the maintenance data ... 509
Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off switch ...... 134
Roof luggage carrier................ 280O
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Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 565
Switch ................................... 183
Wattage ................................ 644
Valet key..................................... 32
Vanity lights Vanity lights .......................... 454
Wattage ................................ 644
Vanity mirrors .......................... 454
Vehicle identification number................................... 635
Vehicle stability control .......... 266
VSC ........................................... 266
Warning buzzers Brake system........................ 587
Key reminder ........................ 597
Open door ........................... 591
Open moon roof reminder .... 597
Seat belt reminder ................ 591
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system ......... 589
Automatic transmission
fluid temperature ................ 592
Brake system........................ 587
Charging system .... .............. 588
Engine oil pressure............... 588
KDSS.................................... 590
Low fuel level........................ 591
Low washer fluid................... 592
Maintenance required reminder light ..................... 591
Malfunction indicator lamp.... 588
Open door ............................ 591
Power steering ..................... 590
Pretensioners ....................... 588
Seat belt reminder ................ 591
Smart key system ... .............. 595
SRS airbags ......................... 588
Tire pressure ........................ 592
Unengaged “Park” ................ 590 Washer
Checking ...............................535
Preparing and checking before winter .......................288
Switch............................211, 214
Washing and waxing ...............502
Weight
Cargo capacity ......................280
Load limits .............................286
Weight ...................................634
Wheels ......................................547
Window glasses ................98, 101
Window lock switch ...................98
Windows Power back window ..............101
Power windows .......................98
Rear window defogger ..........328
Washer ..........................211, 214
Windshield wiper de-icer.........330
Windshield wipers ...................211
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............552
Wireless remote control key ....49
WMA disc ..................................354
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