4828-1. Specifications
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35A83U)
Light truck (LT) tire
A tire designated by its manufacturer as pri-
marily intended for use on lightweight trucks
or multipurpose passenger vehicles
Load ratingThe maximum load that a tire is rated to carry
for a given inflation pressure
Maximum load ratingThe load rating for a tire at the maximum per-
missible inflation pressure for that tire
Maximum permissible
inflation pressureThe maximum cold inflation pressure to which
a tire may be inflated
Measuring rimThe rim on which a tire is fitted for physical
dimension requirements
Open spliceAny parting at any junction of tread, sidewall,
or innerliner that extends to cord material
Outer diameterThe overall diameter of an inflated new tire
Overall width
The linear distance between the exteriors of
the sidewalls of an inflated tire, including ele-
vations due to labeling, decorations, or protec-
tive bands or ribs
Passenger car tire
A tire intended for use on passenger cars,
multipurpose passenger vehicles, and trucks,
that have a gross vehicle weight rating
(GVWR) of 10,000 lb. or less.
PlyA layer of rubber-coated parallel cords
Ply separationA parting of rubber compound between adja-
cent plies
Pneumatic tire
A mechanical device made of rubber, chemi-
cals, fabric and steel or other materials, that,
when mounted on an automotive wheel, pro-
vides the traction and contains the gas or fluid
that sustains the load
Radial ply tire
A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that
extend to the beads are laid at substantially 90
degrees to the centerline of the tread
Reinforced tire
A tire designed to operate at higher loads and
at higher inflation pressures than the corre-
sponding standard tire
Tire related termMeaning
4878-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
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Automatic light control system (
P. 205)
■Illumination ( P. 295)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
Light sensor sensitivityLevel 3Levels 1 to 5
Time elapsed before head-
lights automatically turn off
after doors are closed
30 seconds
Off
60 seconds
90 seconds
Ambient light level at which
instrument illumination begins
to dim (meter lights etc.)
Standard-2 (darker) to
2 (brighter)
Ambient light level at which
instrument illumination begins
to brighten (meter lights etc.)
Standard-2 (darker) to 2 (brighter)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Time period before lights turn
off15 seconds7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Vehicles without a smart key
system: Operation after the
engine switch is turned to the
“LOCK” position
Vehicles with a smart key sys-
tem: Operation after the
engine switch is turned OFF
OnOff
Operation when the doors are
unlockedOnOff
Vehicles with a smart key sys-
tem: Operation when you
approach the vehicle with the
electronic key on your person
(When the interior light switch
[ON/DOOR/OFF] is DOOR)
OnOff
Footwell lights OnOff
Interior light controlOnOff
Interior light dimmer control
while drivingOnOff
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Outer foot lights (if equipped) (
P. 295)
■Moon roof ( P. 155)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
Vehicles with a smart key sys-
tem: Operation when you
approach the vehicle with the
electronic key on your person
OnOff
Operation when the doors are
unlocked using the wireless
remote control, key or entry
function
OnOff
Operation when the doors are
unlocked using the door lock
switch
OnOff
Time period before lights turn
off15 seconds7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Lighting controlOnOff
FunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
Mechanical key linked opera-
tionOffOn
Mechanical key linked opera-
tionOpen and closeOpen only
Close only
Linked operation of compo-
nents when door key is usedSlide onlyTilt only
Wireless remote control linked
operation (open only)OffOn
Linked operation of compo-
nents when wireless remote
control is used (open only)
Slide onlyTilt only
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●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts?
( P. 421)
●
The brake system warning light is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P. 204)
●
The open door warning indicator is on
Are all the doors closed? ( P. 100, 117)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also
sound. ( P. 418,
426)
●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. ( P. 72)
To stop the alarm, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode
(vehicles with a smart key system) or start the engine.
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
Check the message on the multi-information display.
●When a warning light turns on, refer to P. 418.
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message or indicator is dis-
played, refer to P. 418, 426.
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
(vehicles with a smart key system)
A warning light turns on or a warning message is dis-
played
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C .................................... 280, 286Air conditioning filter ............. 383
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)...... 260
Function ................................ 260
Warning light ......................... 419
Accessory meter........................ 89
Active head restraints ............. 123
Active traction control ............ 240
Air conditioning filter .............. 383
Air conditioning
system ............................ 280, 286 Air conditioning filter ............. 383
Airbags ....................................... 35 Airbag operating conditions .... 42
Airbag precautions for your child ......................... 37
Airbag warning light .............. 419
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ............. 42
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ........................... 39
Front passenger occupant classification syst em............. 46
General airbag precautions .... 37
Locations of airbags................ 35
Modification and disposal of airbags.............................. 41
Side airbag operating conditions ............................. 42
Side airbag precautions .......... 37
Side and curtain shield airbags
operating conditions ............. 42
Side and curtain shield
airbags precautions .............. 37
SRS airbags............................ 35 Alarm .......................................... 72
Alarm ...................................... 72
Warning buzzer .................... 418
Anchor brackets ........................ 57
Antennas (smart key system) ............... 107
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ...................................... 260
Function ................................ 260
Warning light......................... 419
Armrest..................................... 321
Assist grip ................................ 322
Audio system
*
AUTO LSD system................... 242
Automatic air conditioning
system.................................... 286
Automatic light control
system.................................... 205
Automatic running boards ..... 114
Automatic transmission ......... 200 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .... 448
S mode ................................. 201
AUX port*
Auxiliary boxes ........................ 302
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*: Refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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Back doorBack door.............................. 117
Back window ......................... 151
Smart key system ................. 107
Wireless remote control ........ 100
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs............. 403
Wattage ................................ 469
Back window ............................ 151
Battery ...................................... 367 Battery checking ................... 367
If the vehicle battery is discharged ...................... 452
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 269
Warning light ......................... 418
Bottle holders .......................... 304
Brake Fluid ...................................... 364
Parking brake........................ 204
Warning light ......................... 418
Brake assist ............................. 260
Break-in tips ............................. 161
Brightness control
Instrument panel light control................................... 82 Care .................................. 342, 344
Aluminum wheels ................. 342
Exterior ................................. 342
Interior .................................. 344
Seat belts.............................. 345
Cargo capacity......................... 175
Cargo hooks ............................ 305
Cargo net hooks ...................... 306
Center differential lock ........... 236
Chains ...................................... 271
Child restraint system............... 53 Booster seats, definition ......... 54
Booster seats, installation....... 65
Convertible seats, definition ... 54
Convertible seats, installation ............................ 62
Front passenger occupant classification syst em ............ 46
Infant seats, definition............. 54
Infant seats, installation .......... 62
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ............ 59
Installing CRS with seat belts...................................... 62
Installing CRS with top tether strap.............. 66
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Child safety ................................ 52Airbag precautions .................. 37
Back door precautions .......... 119
Battery precautions ....... 368, 454
Child restraint system ............. 53
How your child should
wear the seat belt ................. 31
Installing child restraints ......... 57
Moon roof precautions .......... 158
Power window lock switch .... 148
Power window precautions ... 150
Rear door child-protectors .... 103
Removed electronic key battery precautions ...... 387
Seat belt extender precautions ........................... 34
Seat belt precautions .............. 56
Seat heater precautions........ 293
Child-protectors....................... 103
Cleaning ........................... 342, 344 Aluminum wheels.................. 342
Exterior ................................. 342
Interior................................... 344
Seat belts .............................. 345
Clock ......................................... 311
Compass .................................. 335
Condenser ................................ 363
Console box ............................. 299
Cooling system Engine overheating ............... 455
Crawl Control ........................... 250
Cruise control .......................... 222
Cup holders.............................. 300
Curtain shield airbags ............... 35
Customizable features ............ 485 Daytime running light
system.................................... 209
Defogger Front windshield ................... 288
Outside rear view
mirrors ........................ 282, 288
Rear window ................. 282, 288
Dimension ................................ 460
Dinghy towing.......................... 191
Display Multi-information display ......... 81
Trip information................. 83, 90
Warning message................. 426
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 353
Door courtesy lights Wattage ................................ 469
Doors Automatic door locking and unlocking system......... 104
Back door ............................. 117
Door windows ....................... 148
Door lock ...................... 102, 118
Open door warning buzzer ... 109
Open door warning light ....... 420
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 146
Rear door child-protector ...... 103
Side doors ............................ 100
Downhill assist control system.................................... 247
Driver’s seat position memory .................................. 135
Driving ...................................... 160
Break-in tips.......................... 161
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Driving assist systems .......... 260
Off-road precautions ............. 273
Procedures ........................... 160
Winter drive tips .................... 269D
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Eco Driving Indicator ................ 83
EDR (Event data recorder) ........ 10
Electronic key ............................ 94Battery-saving function ......... 110
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 450
Replacing the battery ............ 385
Emergency, in case of If the electronic key does not operate
properly .............................. 450
If the engine will not start ...... 446
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .... 448
If the vehicle battery is discharged .......................... 452
If the warning buzzer sounds ................................ 418
If the warning light turns
on ....................................... 418
If the warning message is displayed......................... 426
If you cannot operate back door opener ............... 449
If you have a flat tire ............. 433
If you think something is wrong .............................. 416
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 458
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 409
If your vehicle needs
to be towed ......................... 411
If your vehicle overheats ....... 455 Emergency flashers ................ 408
Engine
Accessory mode ................... 196
Compartment ........................ 357
Engine switch ............... 192, 195
Hood ..................................... 356
How to start the engine ........................ 192, 195
Identification number ............ 461
If the engine will not start ...... 446
Ignition switch (engine switch) ........... 192, 195
Overheating .......................... 455
Engine coolant......................... 362
Capacity................................ 464
Checking............................... 362
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 269
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 81
Engine immobilizer system ...... 70
Engine oil ................................. 359 Capacity................................ 463
Checking............................... 359
Preparing and checking
before winter ...................... 269
Engine switch .................. 192, 195
Event data recorder (EDR)........ 10
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