2015 TOYOTA 4RUNNER power steering fluid

3416-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B18U)
General maintenance
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be
performed at the intervals specified in the “Owner’s Warranty
Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Sched-
uled Maintenance Guide”. It is recommended that any problem
you notice should be brought to the attention of your Toyota
dealer or qualified service shop for advice.
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
BatteryCheck the connections. (P. 359)
Brake fluidIs the brake fluid at the correct level? ( P. 356)
Engine coolantIs the engine coolant at the correct level? ( P. 354)
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the correct level? (P. 351)
Exhaust systemThere should not be any fumes or strange sounds.
Power steering fluidIs the power steering fluid at the correct level?
(P. 358)
Radiator/condenserThe radiator and condenser should be free from
foreign objects. ( P. 355)
Washer fluidIs there sufficient washer fluid? (P. 362)

3466-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B18U)
Fuses (P. 380)• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Light bulbs (P. 383)
• Bulb with same number and wattage rating as
original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver• Wrench
Power steering fluid
level ( P. 358)• Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
• Rag or paper towel• Clean funnel
Radiator and con-
denser (P. 355)
Tire inflation pressure
( P. 369)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
(P. 362)
• Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for
winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washerfluid)
ItemsParts and tools

3496-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B18U)
Engine compartment
Washer fluid tank (P. 362)
Power steering fluid reservoir ( P. 358)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 351)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 354)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 352) Brake fluid reservoir
( P. 356)
Fuse box ( P. 380)
Battery ( P. 359)
Condenser ( P. 355)
Radiator ( P. 355)1
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3586-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Fluid level
The fluid level should be within the appropriate range.
Full (when cold)
Add fluid (when cold)
Full (when hot)
Add fluid (when hot)
Hot: Vehicle has been driven around 50 mph (80 km/h) for 20 min- utes, or slightly longer in frigid temperatures. (Fluid tempera-
ture, 140°F - 175°F [60°C - 80°C]).
Cold: Engine has not been run fo r about 5 hours. (Room tempera-
ture, 50°F - 85°F [10°C - 30°C]).
■Checking the fluid level
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
Clean all dirt off the reservoir.
Remove the cap by turn ing it counterclockwise.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinstall the cap and remove it again.
Check the fluid level.
Power steering fluid
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3
4
Fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
ItemsRag or paper, clean funnel (only for adding fluid)
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Maintenance and care
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B18U)
Check the battery as follows.
■Battery exterior
Make sure that the battery terminals are not corroded and that
there are no loose connections, cracks, or loose clamps.
Terminals
Hold-down clamp
■ Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. Therefore, observe the following before recharging:
●If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect
the ground cable.
● Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and dis-
connecting the charger cables to the battery.
CAUTION
■When checking the reservoir
Take care as the reservoir may be hot.
NOTICE
■When adding fluid
Avoid overfilling, or the power steering may be damaged.
■ After replacing the reservoir cap
Check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or
damage.
Battery
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2

4648-1. Specifications
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B18U)
Chassis lubrication
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
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II
or III
Tires and wheels
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 torque
Steel wheels:
83 ft•lbf (112 N•m, 11.4 kgf•m)
Aluminum wheels:
76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

514Alphabetical index
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B18U)
Flat tire...................................... 428
Floor mats .................................. 26
FluidAutomatic transmission......... 463
Brake .................................... 463
Power steering ...................... 464
Washer ................................. 362
Fog lights ................................. 210 Replacing light bulbs............. 383
Switch ................................... 210
Wattage ................................ 465
Four-wheel drive system ............................ 231, 235
Front passenger occupant classification system .............. 46
Front personal lights ............... 294
Front seats ............................... 119
Adjustment ............................ 119
Cleaning................................ 336
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Driving position memory ....... 132
Head restraints ..................... 136
Seat heaters ......................... 291
Seat position memory ........... 132
Seat ventilators ..................... 291
Front side marker lights.......... 204
Light switch ........................... 204
Replacing light bulbs............. 390
Wattage ................................ 465 Front turn signal lights ........... 202
Replacing light bulbs ............ 388
Turn signal lever ................... 202
Wattage ................................ 465
Fuel ........................................... 218
Capacity................................ 458
Fuel gauge.............................. 81
Fuel pump shut off system ... 411
Information............................ 466
Refueling .............................. 218
Type.............................. 218, 458
Warning light......................... 414
Fuel filler door ......................... 218 Refueling .............................. 218
Fuel pump shut off system..... 411
Fuses ........................................ 380
Garage door opener ................ 320
Gauges ....................................... 81
Glove box ................................. 297
Grocery bag hooks.................. 306
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518Alphabetical index
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B18U)
Parking brake ........................... 203Operation .............................. 203
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer ................... 412
Parking lights ........................... 204 Light switch ........................... 204
Replacing light bulbs............. 388
Wattage ................................ 465
Pen holder ................................ 301
Personal lights ......................... 294
Power back window ................ 148 Jam protection function......... 150
Operation .............................. 148
Power outlets ................... 311, 316
Power steering Fluid ...................................... 358
Warning light ......................... 414
Power windows........................ 145 Door lock linked
window operation ............... 147
Jam protection function......... 146
Operation .............................. 145
Window lock switch............... 145 Radiator .................................... 355
Rear differential lock
system.................................... 243
Rear seats
Adjustment............................ 122
Folding down ........ 124, 126, 128
Rear step bumper .................... 115
Rear turn signal lights ............ 202
Replacing light bulbs ............ 394
Turn signal lever ................... 202
Wattage ................................ 465
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror .......... 141
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 143
Rear view monitor system
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Rear window ............................ 148
Rear window defoggers....................... 280, 286
Rear window wiper .................. 215
Refueling .................................. 218
Capacity................................ 458
Fuel types ............................. 458
Opening the fuel tank cap..... 220
Replacing Fuses .................................... 380
Key battery ........................... 377
Light bulbs ............................ 383
Tires...................................... 428
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners...................... 490
Reset the maintenance data ... 340
Roof luggage carrier ............... 168
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