2016 TOYOTA 4RUNNER oil temperature

3526-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B23U)
With 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.
Low
Normal
Excessive
The shape of the dipstick may
differ depending on the type of
vehicle or engine.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
Engine oil
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4618-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B23U)
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing
the engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes,
and check the oil level on the dipstick.
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Engine oil selection
Except for Puerto Rico
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use
Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to sat-
isfy the following grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice
for good fuel economy and
good starting in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 is not available,
SAE 5W-20 oil may be used.
However, it must be replaced
with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil
change.
Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example):
• The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which
allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow
for easier starting of the engine in cold weather.
• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil
when the oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity
(one with a higher value) may be better suited if the vehicle is
operated at high speeds, or under extreme load conditions.
Lubrication system
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill  reference
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With filter
Without filter6.6 qt. (6.2 L, 5.5 Imp. qt.)
6.0 qt. (5.7 L, 5.0 Imp. qt.)
Outside temperature

4628-1. Specifications
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B23U)
How to read oil container label:
The International Lubricant Specification Advisory Committee (ILSAC)
Certification Mark is added to some oil containers to help you select
the oil you should use.
For Puerto Rico
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use
Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to satisfy
the following grade and viscosity.
Oil grade:
0W-20, 5W-20, 5W-30 and 10W-30:
API grade SL “Energy-Conserving”, SM “Energy-Conserving” or SN
“Resource-Conserving”; or ILSAC multigrade engine oil
15W-40:
API grade SL, SM or SN multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity (SAE):
If you use SAE 10W-30 or a
higher viscosity engine oil in
extremely low temperatures,
the engine may become difficult
to start, so SAE 0W-20, 5W-20
or 5W-30 engine oil is recom-
mended.
CTH61AS018
Temperature range anticipated
before next oil change

4638-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B23U)
Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example):
• The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which
allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow
for easier starting of the engine in cold weather.
• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil
when the oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity
(one with a higher value) may be better suited if the vehicle is
operated at high speeds, or under extreme load conditions.
How to read oil container labels:
Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil contain-
ers to help you select the oil you should use.
API Service Symbol
Top portion: “API SERVICE SN”
means the oil quality designa-
tion by American Petroleum
Institute (API).
Center portion: “SAE 0W-20”
means the SAE viscosity grade.
Lower portion: “Resource-Con-
serving” means that the oil has
fuel-saving and environmental
protection capabilities.
ILSAC Certification Mark
The International Lubricant Specification Advisory Committee (ILSAC)
Certification Mark is displayed on the front of the container.
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517Alphabetical index
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B23U)
Eco Driving Indicator ................ 83
EDR (Event data recorder) ........ 10
Electronic key ............................ 90
Battery-saving function ......... 106
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 446
Replacing the battery ............ 379
Emergency flashers ................ 402
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key
does not operate
properly .............................. 446
If the engine will not start ...... 442
If the shift lever
cannot be shifted from P .... 444
If the vehicle battery is
discharged .......................... 448
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 413
If the warning light turns
on ....................................... 413
If the warning message
is displayed......................... 422
If you cannot operate
back door opener ............... 445
If you have a flat tire ............. 429
If you think something
is wrong .............................. 411
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 455
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 403
If your vehicle needs
to be towed ......................... 405
If your vehicle overheats ....... 452Engine
ACCESSORY mode ............. 195
Compartment ........................ 350
Engine switch ............... 191, 194
Hood ..................................... 349
How to start the
engine ........................ 191, 194
Identification number ............ 459
If the engine will not start ...... 442
Ignition switch
(engine switch) ........... 191, 194
Overheating .......................... 452
Engine coolant......................... 355
Capacity................................ 464
Checking............................... 355
Preparing and checking
before winter ...................... 268
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ....................................... 81
Engine immobilizer system ...... 70
Engine oil ................................. 352
Capacity................................ 461
Checking............................... 352
Preparing and checking
before winter ...................... 268
Engine switch .................. 191, 194
Event data recorder (EDR)........ 10
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521Alphabetical index
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B23U)
Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance ... 346
General maintenance ........... 342
Maintenance data ................. 458
Maintenance requirements ... 340
Resetting the message
indicating maintenance is
required .............................. 341
Malfunction indicator lamp ..... 413
Manual air conditioning
system .................................... 278
Master warning light................ 422
Meter ........................................... 81
Indicators ................................ 79
Instrument panel light
control................................... 82
Meters ..................................... 81
Multi-information display ......... 83
Warning lights ......................... 77
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror .......... 141
Outside rear view mirror
defoggers ................... 280, 286
Outside rear view mirrors...... 143
Vanity mirrors........................ 308
Moon roof ................................. 152
Door lock linked
moon roof operation ........... 154
Jam protection function......... 153
Operation .............................. 152
Multi Terrain ABS .................... 259
Multi-information display .......... 83
Customizing vehicle
features ................................ 86
Driving monitor........................ 84
Switching the display .............. 84
Trip information ....................... 83
Warning message ................. 422
Multi-terrain Select .................. 252Navigation system*
Noise from under vehicle ........... 8
Odometer ................................... 81
Off-road precautions ............... 272
Oil
Engine oil .............................. 352
Opener
Back door ............................. 115
Hood ..................................... 349
Outer foot lights ...................... 293
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 143
Adjusting and folding ............ 143
Outside rear view
mirror defoggers ......... 280, 286
Outside temperature
display.................................... 310
Overhead console ................... 300
Overheating, Engine ............... 452
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM
OWNER’S MANUAL”.