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3426-2. Maintenance
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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. 360)
Brake fluidIs the brake fluid at the correct level? (P. 357)
Engine coolantIs the engine coolant at the correct level? (P. 355)
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the correct level? (P. 352)
Exhaust systemThere should not be any fumes or strange sounds.
Power steering fluidIs the power steering fluid at the correct level?
(P. 359)
Radiator/condenserThe radiator and condenser should be free from
foreign objects. (P. 356)
Washer fluidIs there sufficient washer fluid? (P. 363)
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Maintenance and care
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Fuses (P. 382)• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Light bulbs (P. 385)
• Bulb with same number and wattage rating as
original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver• Wrench
Power steering fluid
level (P. 359)• Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
• Rag or paper towel• Clean funnel
Radiator and con-
denser (P. 356)
Tire inflation pressure
(P. 371)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
(P. 363)
• Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for
winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer
fluid)
ItemsParts and tools
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Engine compartment
Washer fluid tank (P. 363)
Power steering fluid reservoir
(P. 359)
Engine oil level dipstick
(P. 352)
Engine coolant reservoir
(P. 355)
Engine oil filler cap (P. 353)Brake fluid reservoir
(P. 357)
Fuse box (P. 382)
Battery (P. 360)
Condenser (P. 356)
Radiator (P. 356)1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
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Maintenance and care
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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 for 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 turning it counterclockwise.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinstall the cap and remove it again.
Check the fluid level.
Power steering fluid
1
2
3
4
Fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
ItemsRag or paper, clean funnel (only for adding fluid)
1
2
3
4
5
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3606-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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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
1
2
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4688-1. Specifications
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B23U)
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)
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518Alphabetical index
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B23U)
Flat tire...................................... 429
Floor mats .................................. 26
Fluid
Automatic transmission......... 467
Brake .................................... 467
Power steering ...................... 468
Washer ................................. 363
Fog lights ................................. 210
Replacing light bulbs............. 385
Switch ................................... 210
Wattage ................................ 469
Four-wheel drive
system ............................ 231, 235
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............. 46
Front personal lights ............... 294
Front seats ............................... 119
Adjustment ............................ 119
Cleaning................................ 337
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............. 392
Wattage ................................ 469Front turn signal lights ........... 202
Replacing light bulbs ............ 390
Turn signal lever ................... 202
Wattage ................................ 469
Fuel ........................................... 218
Capacity................................ 460
Fuel gauge.............................. 81
Fuel pump shut off system ... 412
Information............................ 470
Refueling .............................. 218
Type.............................. 218, 460
Warning light......................... 415
Fuel filler door ......................... 218
Refueling .............................. 218
Fuel pump shut off system..... 412
Fuses ........................................ 382
Garage door opener ................ 320
Gauges ....................................... 81
Glove box ................................. 297
Grocery bag hooks.................. 306
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522Alphabetical index
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Parking brake ........................... 203
Operation .............................. 203
Parking brake engaged
warning buzzer ................... 413
Parking lights ........................... 204
Light switch ........................... 204
Replacing light bulbs............. 390
Wattage ................................ 469
Pen holder ................................ 301
Personal lights ......................... 294
Power back window ................ 148
Jam protection function......... 150
Operation .............................. 148
Power outlets ................... 311, 316
Power steering
Fluid ...................................... 359
Warning light ......................... 415
Power windows........................ 145
Door lock linked
window operation ............... 146
Jam protection function......... 146
Operation .............................. 145
Window lock switch............... 145Radiator .................................... 356
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 ............ 396
Turn signal lever ................... 202
Wattage ................................ 469
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................................ 460
Fuel types ............................. 460
Opening the fuel tank cap..... 220
Replacing
Fuses .................................... 382
Key battery ........................... 379
Light bulbs ............................ 385
Tires...................................... 429
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners...................... 494
Resetting the message
indicating maintenance
is required.............................. 341
Roof luggage carrier ............... 168
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