2013 TOYOTA 4RUNNER power steering

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
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CAUTION
■
Caution while towing
● Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle.
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive
stress on the emergency towing eyelets and the cables or chains. Always
be cautious of the surroundings and other vehicles while towing.
● Vehicles with a smart key system: Do not turn the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch off.
Doing so will lock the steering wheel and prevent operation, possibly caus-
ing an accident and resulting in death or serious injury.
● If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering
will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission and transfer
(4WD models) when towing using a wheel-lift type truck
2WD models: Never tow this vehicle from the front with the rear wheels on
the ground.
4WD models: Never tow this vehicle with any of the wheels in contact with
the ground.
■ To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type
truck
● 2WD models without a smart key system: Do not tow the vehicle from the
rear when the engine switch is in the “LOCK” position or the key is
removed. The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the
front wheels straight.
● 2WD models with a smart key system: Do not tow the vehicle from the rear
when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is off. The steering lock mecha-
nism is not strong enough to hold the front wheels straight.
● When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at
the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the
vehicle could be damaged while being towed.

594 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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

636 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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CAUTION
■If the engine has to be turned off while driving
● Power assist for the brakes and steering wheel will be lost, making the
brake pedal harder to depress and the steering wheel heavier to turn.
Decelerate as much as possible before turning off the engine.
● Vehicles without a smart key system: Never attempt to remove the key, as
doing so will lock the steering wheel.
Vehicles with a smart key sys-
tem: To stop the engine, press
and hold the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch for 2 consecu-
tive seconds or more, or press
it briefly 3 times or more in
succession.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.STEP 4
Press and hold for 2 seconds or more,
or press briefly 3 times or more
STEP 5

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6-1. Specifications
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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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Vehicle specifications
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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
(d) Production options weight

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Alphabetical index
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Electronic key
If your electronic key battery is depleted...... 557, 625
Emergency flashers Switch ................................... 582
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 625
If the engine will not start...... 620
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 622
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery ............ 627
If the warning buzzer sounds ............................... 591
If the warning light turns on .............................. 591
If you cannot operate back
door opener........................ 624
If you have a flat tire ............ 607
If you lose your keys............. 623
If you think something is wrong ................................. 589
If your vehicle becomes stuck................................... 634
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency... 635
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................. 583
If your vehicle overheats ...... 631
Engine
Compartment........................ 526
Engine switch ............... 170, 173
Hood ..................................... 525
How to start the engine .................. 170, 173
Identification number ............ 639
If the engine will not start...... 620
Ignition switch ............... 170, 173
Overheating .......................... 631 Engine compartment cover.....527
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................643
Checking ...............................531
Preparing and checking before winter .......................290
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ......................................186
Engine immobilizer system.....113
Engine oil
Capacity ................................641
Checking ...............................528
Preparing and checking before winter .......................290
Engine switch ...................170, 173
Event data recorder ...................26
Floor mat...................................478
Fluid
Brake .....................................533
Power steering ......................535
Washer ..................................540
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs .............570
Switch....................................209
Wattage .................................648
Four-wheel drive
system ............................236, 241
Front passenger occupant classification system ............136
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light .................595
Front seats
Adjustment ..............................68
Front side marker light Replacing light bulbs .............570
Switch....................................203
Wattage .................................648
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs .............570
Switch....................................183
Wattage .................................648E
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Odometer .................................. 186
Off-road precautions ............... 277
OilEngine oil ..............................528
Opener Fuel filler door ....................... 109
Hood......................................525
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding ............... 96
Outside temperature display .................................... 461
Overhead console .................... 450
Overheating, Engine ................631
Parking brake ...........................184
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 570
Switch.................................... 203
Wattage .................................648
Party mode switch ...................383
Pen holder ................................449
Personal lights Switch.................................... 442
Wattage .................................648
Power back window .................101
Power outlets ...................464, 467
Power steering Fluid ......................................535
Power windows ..........................98 Radiator .................................... 532
Radio ......................................... 341
Rear differential lock
system .................................... 250
Rear seats Adjustment .............................. 72
Folding down............... 74, 76, 79
Rear step bumper ...................... 64
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 570
Wattage................................. 648
Rear view monitor system ...... 226
Rear window............................. 101
Rear window defogger ............ 331
Rear window wiper .................. 214
Replacing
Fuses .................................... 560
Key battery ............................ 557
Light bulbs............................. 570
Tires ...................................... 607
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ...................... 672
Reset the maintenance data ... 515
Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off switch ...... 134
Roof luggage carrier................ 282O
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Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 570
Switch ................................... 183
Wattage ................................ 648
Valet key..................................... 32
Vanity lights Vanity lights .......................... 458
Wattage ................................ 648
Vanity mirrors .......................... 458
Vehicle data recordings............ 25
Vehicle identification number................................... 639
Vehicle stability control .......... 268
VSC ........................................... 268
Warning buzzers
Brake system........................ 591
Key reminder ........................ 601
Open door ........................... 595
Open moon roof reminder .... 601
Seat belt reminder ................ 595
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system ......... 593
Automatic transmission fluid temperature ................ 596
Brake system........................ 591
Charging system .... .............. 592
Engine oil pressure............... 592
KDSS.................................... 594
Low fuel level........................ 595
Low washer fluid................... 596
Maintenance required
reminder light ..................... 595
Malfunction indicator lamp.... 592
Open door ............................ 595
Power steering ..................... 594
Pretensioners ....................... 592
Seat belt reminder ................ 595
Smart key system ... .............. 599
SRS airbags ......................... 592
Tire pressure ........................ 596 Unengaged “Park” .................594
Washer Checking ...............................540
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................290
Switch............................211, 214
Washing and waxing ...............508
Weight Cargo capacity ......................282
Load limits .............................288
Weight ...................................638
Wheels ......................................552
Window glasses ................98, 101
Window lock switch ...................98
Windows
Power back window ..............101
Power windows .......................98
Rear window defogger ..........331
Washer ..........................211, 214
Windshield wiper de-icer.........333
Windshield wipers ...................211
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............557
Wireless remote control key ....49
WMA disc ..................................357
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