2017 TOYOTA 4RUNNER four wheel drive

2614-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B37U)
OPERATION NOT
POSSIBLE WHEN
MULTI-TERRAIN
SELECT ACTIVATED
(When pressing the
VSC off switch or “A-
TRAC” switch)
Indicates that VSC and
active traction control
cannot be disabled
while Multi-terrain
Select is operating.
-
RETURN THE FOUR-
WHEEL DRIVE CON-
TROL SWITCH (When
shifting the front-wheel
control lever)
Indicates that the trans-
fer mode cannot be
changed to H4 or L4.Return the front-wheel
control lever to H4 or
L4.
CANNOT BE
SELECTED
(When pressing the
“ON/OFF” switch)
Indicates that Multi-ter-
rain Select cannot be
operated because vehi-
cle speed exceeds
approximately 7 mph
(12 km/h).
Reduce vehicle speed.
OPERATION NOT
POSSIBLE WHEN
CRAWL CONTROL
A C T I VAT E D ( W h e n
pressing the “ON/OFF”
switch)Indicates that Multi-ter-
rain Select cannot be
operated because
Crawl Control is operat-
ing.
Turn Crawl Control off.
MULTI-TERRAIN
SELECT HAS BEEN
CANCELED
(When pressing the
“ON/OFF” switch)Indicates, along with a
beep, that Multi-terrain
Select has been dis-
abled.
-
MULTI-TERRAIN
SELECT NOT AVAIL-
ABLE (When pressing
the “ON/OFF” switch)
Indicates that Multi-ter-
rain Select cannot be
operated because the
VSC and/or 4WD sys-
tem may be malfunc-
tioning.
Contact your Toyota
dealer.
MessageDetailsProcedure

4127-2. Steps to take in an emergency
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B37U)
Securely attach cables or
chains to the towing eyelet.
Take care not to damage the vehi-
cle body
Vehicles without a smart key system: Enter the vehicle being towed
and start the engine.
If the engine does not start, turn the engine switch to the “ON” posi-
tion.
Vehicles with a smart key system : Enter the vehicle being towed
and start the engine.
If the engine does not start, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON
mode.
Part-time 4WD models:
Ty p e A
Shift the front-wheel drive control lever to H2.
Ty p e B
Push the “UNLOCK” button and turn the front-wheel drive control
switch to H2.
Full-time 4WD models: Push the “UNLOCK” button and turn the
four-wheel drive control switch to H4F. (The center differential is
unlocked.)
Shift the shift lever to N and release the parking brake.
When the shift lever cannot be shifted: →P. 2 0 4
■While towing
If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will
not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
■ Wheel nut wrench
Wheel nut wrench is stored in the tool bag. ( →P. 433)
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4137-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B37U)
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■When towing the vehicle
■ While towing
● When towing using cables or chains, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place
excessive stress on the towing eyelets, cables or chains. The towing eye-
lets, cables or chains may become damaged, broken debris may hit peo-
ple, and cause serious damage.
● Vehicles without a smart key system: Do not turn the engine switch to the
“LOCK” position.
There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and cannot be oper-
ated.
● Vehicles with a smart key system: Do not turn the engine switch off.
There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and cannot be oper-
ated.
2WD models: Be sure to transport the vehi-
cle with all four wheels raised off the
ground. If the vehicle is towed with the tires
contacting the ground, the drivetrain and
related parts may be damaged or an acci-
dent may occur due to a change in direc-
tion of the vehicle.
4WD models: Be sure to transport the vehi-
cle with all four wheels raised off the
ground. If the vehicle is towed with the tires
contacting the ground, the drivetrain or
related parts may be damaged, the vehicle
may fly off the truck.

4187-2. Steps to take in an emergency
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B37U)
SRS warning lightIndicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system;or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
(Flashes)
Cruise control indicator light
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
Slip indicator Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC system;
• Trailer Sway Control system;
• The TRAC system;
• The active traction control system;
• The AUTO LSD system;
• The downhill assist control system;
• The hill-start assist control system; or
• The Crawl Control system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
(Flashes rapidly)
Rear differential lock indicator light (if equipped) Indicates a malfunction in the rear differential lock sys-
tem
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
(Flashes rapidly)
Four-wheel drive indicat or light (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the four-wheel drive system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions

4197-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B37U)
(Flashes rapidly)
Low speed four-wheel drive indicator light (if
equipped) Indicates a malfunction in the four-wheel drive system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
(Flashes rapidly)
Center differential lock indicator light (if equipped) Indicates a malfunction in the four-wheel drive system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
(Flashes contin- uously)
Multi-terrain Select indi cator light (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the Multi-terrain Select sys-
tem
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
Power steering warning light Indicates a malfunction in the power steering system
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
Unengaged “Park” warning light (if equipped) Indicates a malfunction in the transmission “Park”
mechanism.
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
KDSS warning light (if equipped) Indicates a malfunction in KDSS
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
(Flashes)
Automatic running boards indicator light (if
equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in Automatic running boards
→ Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
Open door warning light (warning buzzer)*2
Indicates that a door is not fully closed
→ Check that all the doors are closed.
Low fuel level warning light
Indicates remaining fuel is approximately 3.5 gal. (13.1
L, 2.9 Imp. gal.) or less
→ Refuel the vehicle.
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions

520Alphabetical index
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B37U)
EngineACCESSORY mode ............. 197
Compartment ........................ 354
Engine switch................ 193, 196
Hood ..................................... 353
How to start the
engine......................... 193, 196
Identification number ............ 463
If the engine will not start ...... 448
Ignition switch (engine switch) ........... 193, 196
Overheating .......................... 457
Engine coolant ......................... 359 Capacity ................................ 468
Checking ............................... 359
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 272
Engine coolant temperature gauge........................................ 81
Engine immobilizer system ...... 70
Engine oil ................................. 356
Capacity ................................ 465
Checking ............................... 356
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 272
Engine switch .................. 193, 196
Event data recorder (EDR) ........ 10
Flat tire...................................... 433
Floor mats .................................. 26
Fluid Automatic transmission......... 471
Brake .................................... 471
Power steering ...................... 472
Washer ................................. 367
Fog lights ................................. 214 Replacing light bulbs............. 389
Switch ................................... 214
Wattage ................................ 473
Four-wheel drive
system ............................ 235, 239 Front passenger occupant
classification system .............. 46
Front personal lights............... 298
Front seats ............................... 120 Adjustment............................ 120
Cleaning ............................... 341
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Driving position memory ....... 133
Head restraints ..................... 137
Seat heaters ......................... 295
Seat position memory ........... 133
Seat ventilators ..................... 295
Front side marker lights ......... 208 Light switch ........................... 208
Replacing light bulbs ............ 396
Wattage ................................ 473
Front turn signal lights ........... 206
Replacing light bulbs ............ 394
Turn signal lever ................... 206
Wattage ................................ 473
Fuel ........................................... 222 Capacity................................ 464
Fuel gauge.............................. 81
Fuel pump shut off system ... 416
Information............................ 474
Refueling .............................. 222
Type.............................. 222, 464
Warning light......................... 419
Fuel filler door ......................... 222 Refueling .............................. 222
Fuel pump shut off system..... 416
Fuses ........................................ 386
Garage door opener ................ 324
Gauges ....................................... 81
Glove box ................................. 301
Grocery bag hooks.................. 310
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526Alphabetical index
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B37U)
Tools ......................................... 434
Top tether strap ......................... 66
Total load capacity .................. 175
TowingDinghy towing ....................... 192
Emergency towing ................ 411
Trailer towing ........................ 176
TRAC (Traction Control) ......... 263
Trailer Sway Control................ 263
Transmission ........................... 201
Trip information ......................... 83
Trip meters ................................. 81
Turn signal lights..................... 206 Replacing light bulbs..... 394, 400
Turn signal lever ................... 206
Wattage ................................ 473
USB port
*
Valet key ..................................... 90
Vanity lights ............................. 312 Wattage ................................ 473
Vanity mirrors .......................... 312
Vehicle data recordings .............. 9
Vehicle identification number ................................... 463
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) ...................................... 263
Ventilators
(seat ventilators) ................... 295
VSC (Vehicle Stabilit y Control) .... 263 Warning buzzers
Brake system ....... ................. 417
Downshifting ......................... 204
Intuitive parking assist .......... 229
Key reminder ........ 194, 421, 429
Open door............................. 419
Open moon roof reminder. ... 421
Seat belt reminder ................ 420
Warning lights ........................... 77 ABS ...................................... 418
Automatic running boards
indicator light ...................... 419
Brake system ....... ................. 417
Center differential lock indicator light ...................... 419
Charging system................... 417
Cruise control ....................... 418
Four-wheel drive indicator light ...................... 418
KDSS .................................... 419
Low engine oil pressure........ 417
Low fuel level ........................ 419
Low speed four-wheel drive indicator light ...................... 419
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 417
Master warning light ..... 420, 426
Multi-terrain Select indicator light ...................... 419
Open door............................. 419
Power steering...................... 419
Rear differential lock indicator light ...................... 418
Seat belt reminder light......... 420
Slip indicator ......................... 418
SRS ...................................... 418
Tire pressure ........................ 420
Unengaged “Park” ................ 419
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