2014 TOYOTA 4RUNNER Owners Manual

4RUNNER (U)_(OM35A83U)
Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
1For safety
and securityMake sure to read through them
2Instrument
clusterHow to read the gauges and meters, the variety of
warning lights and indicators, etc.
3
Operation of
each
componentOpening and closing the doors and windows,
adjustment before driving, etc.
4DrivingOperations and advices which are necessary for
driving
5Interior featuresUsage of the interior features, etc.
6Maintenance
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance
procedures
7When trouble
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction or emergency
8Vehicle
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features, etc.
9For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat
belt and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian
owners
IndexSearch by symptom
Search alphabetically

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4RUNNER (U)_(OM35A83U)For your information....................... 8
Reading this manual .................... 12
How to search .............................. 13
Pictorial index .............................. 14
1-1. For safe use
Before driving ...................... 26
For safety drive ................... 28
Seat belts ............................ 30
SRS airbags ........................ 35
Front passenger occupant classification system ......... 46
Safety information for children ............................. 52
Child restraint systems ........ 53
Installing child restraints ...... 57
Exhaust gas precautions ..... 69
1-2. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system............................... 70
Alarm ................................... 72 2. Instrument cluster
Warning lights and indicators ........................... 76
Gauges and meters ............. 81
Multi-information display ...... 83
Accessory meter .................. 89
3-1. Key information Keys..................................... 94
Side doors ......................... 100
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Smart key system .............. 107
Automatic running boards ............................. 114
Back door .......................... 117
3-3. Adjusting the seats Front seats......................... 122
Rear seats ......................... 125
Driving position memory ........................... 135
Head restraints .................. 139
3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel ................... 142
Inside rear view mirror ....... 144
Outside rear view mirrors ............................. 146
3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon
roof
Power windows.................. 148
Power back window ........... 151
Moon roof .......................... 155
1For safety and security
2Instrument cluster
3Operation of
each component

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4RUNNER (U)_(OM35A83U)4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle ............. 160
Cargo and luggage............ 170
Vehicle load limits ............. 175
Trailer towing..................... 176
Dinghy towing.................... 191
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a
smart key system) ........... 192
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with a
smart key system) ........... 195
Automatic transmission ..... 200
Turn signal lever................ 203
Parking brake .................... 204
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 205
Fog light switch ................. 211
Windshield wipers and washer ............................ 213
Rear window wiper and washer ............................ 216
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap .................................. 219 4-5. Using the driving support sys-
tems
Cruise control .................... 222
Intuitive parking assist ....... 226
Four-wheel drive system (part-time 4WD
models)............................ 232
Four-wheel drive system (full-time 4WD models) .... 236
Active traction control system ............................. 240
AUTO LSD system ............ 242
Rear differential lock system ............................. 244
Downhill assist control system ............................. 247
Crawl Control ..................... 250
Multi-terrain Select............. 253
Driving assist systems ....... 260
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips .............. 269
Off-road precautions .......... 273
4Driving

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4RUNNER (U)_(OM35A83U)5-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Manual air conditioning system ........ 280
Automatic air conditioning system ........ 286
Seat heaters/ seat ventilators ................ 293
5-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................ 295
• Interior lights ................. 296
• Personal lights .............. 296
5-3. Using the storage features
List of storage features...... 298
• Glove box...................... 299
• Console box .................. 299
• Cup holders .................. 300
• Auxiliary box ................. 302
• Coin holder/tissue pocket/
pen holder ..................... 303
• Bottle holders ................ 304
Luggage compartment features ........................... 305 5-4. Other interior features
Other interior features........ 310
• Sun visors ..................... 310
• Vanity mirrors ................ 310
• Clock ............................. 311
• Outside temperature display ........................... 312
• Power outlets (120 V AC) .................... 314
• Power outlets ................ 319
• Armrest.......................... 321
• Assist grips .................... 322
Garage door opener .......... 323
Safety Connect .................. 330
Compass ........................... 335
5Interior features

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4RUNNER (U)_(OM35A83U)6-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle
exterior ............................ 342
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ........... 344
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ................... 347
General maintenance ........ 349
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ......................... 352
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions ..................... 353
Hood.................................. 356
Engine compartment ......... 357
Tires .................................. 372
Tire inflation pressure........ 377
Wheels .............................. 380
Air conditioning filter .......... 383
Wireless remote control/electronic
key battery ...................... 385
Checking and replacing fuses ............................... 388
Light bulbs ......................... 391 7-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers ........... 408
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency....................... 409
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed ............................... 411
If you think something is wrong............................... 416
Fuel pump shut off system ............................. 417
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................. 418
If a warning message or indicator is displayed ....... 426
If you have a flat tire .......... 433
If the engine will not start ........................... 446
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ............. 448
If you cannot operate back door opener ..................... 449
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........ 450
If the vehicle battery is discharged ....................... 452
If your vehicle overheats.... 455
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................ 458
6Maintenance and care7When trouble arises

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4RUNNER (U)_(OM35A83U)8-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .......... 460
Fuel information ................ 470
Tire information ................. 473
8-2. Customization Customizable features ...... 485
8-3. Items to initialize Items to initialize................ 491
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ........................ 494
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ............................... 495
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian
owners (in French)................... 497 What to do if...
(Troubleshooting) ..................... 508
Alphabetical index ...................... 514
8Vehicle specifications
9For owners
Index
For vehicles with a audio/navigati on system, refer to the “Navigation
System Owner’s Manual” for info rmation regarding the audio/navi-
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4RUNNER (U)_(OM35A83U)Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment,
including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment
not installed on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing.
However, because of the Toyota policy of continual product improvement, we
reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ
from your vehicle in terms of color and equipment.
Approximately five hours after the engine is turned off, you may hear sound
coming from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound of a fuel
evaporation leakage check and, it does not indicate a malfunction.
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota vehi-
cles are currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does
not warrant these products and is not responsible for their performance,
repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse
effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Toyota products. Modi-
fication with non-genuine Toyota products could affect its performance, safety
or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition,
damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be
covered under warranty.
For your infor mation
Main Owner’s Manual
Noise from under vehicle after turning off the engine
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota