2013 TOYOTA 4RUNNER brake light

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■Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air
Excess moisture in the brake fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking
efficiency. Use only newly opened brake fluid.
CAUTION
■When filling the reservoir
Take care as brake fluid can harm your hands and eyes and damage painted
surfaces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with clean
water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
NOTICE
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads
wear out or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, there may be a serious proble\
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light turns on or a war ning buzzer sounds
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle
may be dangerous.The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Toyota dealer.
*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer: A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven at a speed of approxi-
mately 3 mph (5 km/h) or more.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
*
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is
fully released the system is operating normally.
Calmly perform the following actio ns if any of the warning lights
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes
off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.
However, if this continues to o ccur, have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer.

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Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
(Flashes) Cruise control indicator light
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system
Slip indicator Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC system;
• The TRAC system;
• The active traction control system;
• The AUTO LSD system;
• The downhill assist control system;
• The hill-start assist control system; or
• The Crawl Control system
(Flashes rapidly) Rear differential lock indicator light (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the rear differential lock sys-
tem
(Flashes rapidly) Four-wheel drive indicator light (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the four-wheel drive system
(Flashes rapidly) Low speed four-wheel drive indicator light (if
equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the four-wheel drive system
(Flashes rapidly) Center differential lock indicator light (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the four-wheel drive system
(Flashes continu- ously) Multi-terrain Select indicator light (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the Multi-terrain Select sys-
tem

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CAUTION
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could
cause a loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire
inflation pressure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pres-
sure adjustment, it is pr obable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires.
If a tire is flat, change it with th e spare tire and have the flat tire
repaired by the nearest Toyota dealer.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate,
you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning syste m may not activate immediately.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Emergency start function (vehicles with a smart key system)
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as
an interim measure to start the engine if the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch is functioning normally: Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY
mode.
Press and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch for about
15 seconds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be start ed using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
■ The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and
headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged. ( P. 627)
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system. (vehi-
cles with a smart key system)
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
2WD 2 Wheel Drive
4WD 4 Wheel Drive
A/C Air Conditioning
ABS Anti-lock Brake System
ACC Accessory
AI-SHIFT Artificial Intelligence Shift control
ALR Automatic Locking Retractor
A-TRAC Active traction control system
AUTO LSD Automatic Limited Slip Differential
AUX Auxiliary
CRS Child Restraint System
DAC Downhill assist control system
ECU Electronic Control Unit
EDR Event Data Recorder
ELR Emergency Locking Retractor
GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating
GCWR Gross Combination Weight Rating
GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
I/M Emission inspection and maintenance
KDSS Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System
LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
LED Light Emitting Diode
LSD Limited Slip Differential
MAX Maximum
MIN Minimum
MMT Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C .....................................316, 322
ABS ...........................................268
Accessory meter ......................199
Active head restraints ............... 69
Active traction control ............. 245
Air conditioning filter............... 555
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ..............555
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................322
Manual air conditioning system ................................316
Airbags Airbag operating conditions...124
Airbag precautions for your child .................................... 128
Airbag warning light............... 592
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 ............................ 345, 388
Anti-lock brake system ........... 268
Armrest ..................................... 476
Assist grips .............................. 477
Audio input ............................... 384
Audio remote controls ............ 385
Audio system
Antenna................................. 345
Audio input ............................ 384
AUX port ............................... 384
CD player/changer ................ 348
iPod ....................................... 365
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 357
Optimal use ........................... 379
Portable music player ........... 384
Radio..................................... 341
Steering wheel audio switch.................................. 385
Type ...................................... 334
USB memory......................... 372
AUTO LSD system ................... 247
Automatic air conditioning system .................................... 322
Automatic light control system .................................... 203
Automatic running boards ........ 59
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission ......... 179
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 622
S mode.................................. 181
AUX port ................................... 384
Auxiliary box ............................ 450A

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Back door
Back door ............................... 63
Back window ........................ 101
Smart key system ... ................ 35
Wireless remote control.......... 49
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 570
Wattage ................................ 648
Back window ........................... 101
Battery
Checking .............................. 537
If the vehicle has a discharged battery ............ 627
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 290
Bluetooth
® audio..................... 391
Bluetooth® phone ................... 407
Bottle holder ............................ 455
Brake
Fluid...................................... 533
Parking brake ....................... 184
Brake assist ............................. 268
Break-in tips ............................ 161
Brightness control Instrument light control ......... 191 Care
Exterior ..................................508
Interior ...................................511
Seat belts ..............................512
Cargo capacity .........................282
Cargo hooks .............................486
Cargo net hooks.......................487
CD player/changer ...................348
Center differential lock ............241
Chains .......................................292
Child-protectors .........................55
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition ........142
Booster seats, installation .....146
Convertible seats, definition .............................142
Convertible seats, installation ...........................146
Front passenger occupant classification system ...........136
Infant seats, definition ...........142
Infant seats, installation.........146
Installing CRS with LATCH system........ ............148
Installing CRS with
seat belts ............................151
Installing CRS with top straps ..................................154
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