2013 TOYOTA 4RUNNER checking oil

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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.
Low
Full
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Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as that
already in the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.
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Engine oil selectionP. 641
Oil quantity
(Low  Full)1.8 qt. (1.7 L, 1.5 Imp. qt.)
ItemsClean funnel
■ Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the follow-
ing situations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be
refilled in between oil maintenance intervals.
● When the engine is new, for example directly after purchasing the vehicle
or after replacing the engine
● If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
● When driving at high engine speeds or with a heavy load, when towing,
or when driving while accelerating or decelerating frequently
● When leaving the engine idling for a long time, or when driving frequently
through heavy traffic
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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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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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