2017 TOYOTA 4RUNNER ECO mode

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Ty p e A
The four-wheel drive indicator comes on when H4, N or L4 mode is
selected. H2 (high speed position, two-wheel drive)
Use this for normal driving on dry hard-surfaced roads. This position gives
greater economy, quietest ride and least wear.
H4 (high speed position, four-wheel drive)
Use this for driving only on tracks that permit the tires slide, like off-road,
icy or snow-covered roads. This position provides greater traction than
two-wheel drive.
N (neutral position)
No power is delivered to the wheels. The vehicle must be stopped.
L4 (low speed position, four-wheel drive)
Use this for maximum power and traction. Use “L4” for climbing or
descending steep hills, off-road driving, and hard pulling in sand, mud or
deep snow.
Four-wheel drive indicator
Low speed four-wheel drive indicator
Four-wheel drive system (part-time 4WD
models)
Use the front-wheel drive control lever or switch to select the fol-
lowing transfer modes:
1
2
3
4
5
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Ty p e B
The four-wheel drive indicator comes on when H4 or L4 mode is
selected. H2 (high speed position, two-wheel drive)
Use this for normal driving on dry hard-surfaced roads. This position gives
greater economy, quietest ride and least wear.
H4 (high speed position, four-wheel drive)
Use this for driving only on tracks that permit the tires slide, like off-road,
icy or snow-covered roads. This position provides greater traction than
two-wheel drive.
L4 (low speed position, four-wheel drive)
Use this for maximum power and traction. Use “L4” for climbing or
descending steep hills, off-road driving, and hard pulling in sand, mud or
deep snow.
Four-wheel drive indicator
Low speed four-wheel drive indicator
1
2
3
4
5

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H4F (high speed position)
Use this for normal driving on dry hard-surfaced roads. This position gives
greater economy, quietest ride and least wear.
H4L (high speed position, center differential locked)
Use this for driving only on tracks that permit the tires slide, like off-road,
icy or snow-covered roads.
L4L (low speed position, center differential locked)
Use this for maximum power and traction. Use “L4L” for climbing or
descending steep hills, off-road driving, and hard pulling in sand, mud or
deep snow.
Center differential lock indicator
Low speed four-wheel drive indicator
Four-wheel drive system (full-time 4WD
models)
Use the four-wheel drive control switch to select the following
transfer modes:
1
2
3
4
5

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The slip indicator will flash to indi-
cate that the downhill assist con-
trol system is operating, and the
stop lights and high mounted
stoplight will turn on.
■Operating tips
The system will operate when the shift lever is in any position other than P.
However, to make effective use of the system it is recommended that the shift
lever be shifted to the “2” or “1” range of S.
■ If the downhill assist control system indicator flashes
●In the following situations, the indicator flashes and the system will not oper-
ate:
• The transfer mode is not in L4 (part-time 4WD models) or L4L (full-time
4WD models).
• The rear differential is locked.
• The brake system overheats. The system will cease operation and a buzzer will sound to alert the
driver. At this time, the “TRAC OFF” indicator will come on. Stop the vehi-
cle in a safe place. Refrain from using the system until the indicator stops
flashing and stays on. (There is no problem with continuing normal driv\
-
ing.)
● In the following situations, the indicator flashes to alert the driver, but the
system will still operate:
• The shift lever is in N. (Engine braking will not occur.)
• The “DAC” switch is turned off while the system is operating.
The system will gradually ceases operation. The indicator will flash during
operation, and then go off when the system is fully off.
While the downhill assist control system is operating

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Speed modes
The following table shows
some typical terrains and the
recommended speed modes.
■
Crawl Control can be operated when
●The engine is running.
● The shift lever is in any position other than P or N.
● The front-wheel drive control lever or switch is in L4.
● The driver’s door is closed.
■ Crawl Control is temporarily canceled when
Vehicle speed exceeds 15 mph (25 km/h). The Crawl Control indicator
flashes until the vehicle speed is reduced.
ModeRoad condition
L (Low)Rock, mogul (downhill) and gravel
(downhill)
Between L and M
Mogul (uphill)
M (Medium)
Snow, mud, gravel (uphill), sand, dirt,
mogul (uphill) and grassBetween M and H
H (High)
1
2
3
4
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Automatic system cancelation
In the following situations, the system will cease operation and a buzzer will
sound to alert the driver. The Crawl Cont rol indicator will flash until the system
is turned off completely.
● When the shift lever is shifted to P or N
● When the front-wheel drive control lever or switch is shifted to H4
● When the driver’s door is opened
● When the system is malfunctioning
● When the brake system overheats
Stop the vehicle in a safe place. (There is no problem with continuing normal
driving.)
● When the automatic transmission system overheats
Stop the vehicle in a safe place until the automatic transmission fluid tem-
perature warning light goes off.
■ Sounds and vibrations caused by the Crawl Control system
● A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engine is
started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indicate
that a malfunction has occurred in Crawl Control system.
● Either of the following conditions may occur when the Crawl Control system
is operating. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop.
CAUTION
■When using Crawl Control
● Do not overly rely on Crawl Control. This function does not extend the
vehicle’s performance limitations. Always check the terrain thoroughly and
drive safely.
● The recommended speed modes for the listed terrains ( →P. 254) are only
a reference. The selected mode may not be suitable to actual off-road con-
ditions due to factors such as the type or unevenness of the terrain or the
degree of incline. Check the actual terrain thoroughly and drive safely.
● After activating Crawl Control, make sure that the Crawl Control indicator
comes on. If the indicator flashes, the vehicle is not under system control.
■ Conditions under which the syst em may not operate correctly
When driving on the following surfaces, the system may not be able to
maintain a fixed low speed, which may result in an accident:
● Extremely steep inclines
● Extremely uneven surfaces
● Snow-covered roads, or other slippery surfaces

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The following table shows some typical terrains and the recom-
mended Multi-terrain Select modes.
■Multi-terrain Select can be activated when
●Vehicle speed is approximatel y 7 mph (12 km/h) or less.
● MUD & SAND: The front-wheel drive control lever is in L4 or H4.
LOOSE ROCK, MOGUL and ROCK: The front-wheel drive con-
trol lever is in L4.
● Crawl Control is not operating.
ROCKMOGULLOOSE
ROCKMUD & SAND
Rock
Mogul
Bump,
groove
Slope/
V- di t c h
Uphill/
downhill
Riverbed
Gravel
Bush
Deep snow
Sand
Mud
Dirt
Mode
Road
condition

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Press the “ON/OFF” switch.
All of the mode indicators will turn
on and then off except the indicator
for the current mode. The Multi-ter-
rain Select indicator on the instru-
ment cluster will remain illuminated
while this system is enabled. The
applicable road conditions will be
displayed on the multi-information
display for 10 seconds and then
will go off.
When the “ON/OFF” switch is
pressed to disable the system, a
beep will sound.
Turn the dial to select the
desired mode.
The indicator for the selected
mode will turn on and the applica-
ble road conditions will be dis-
played on the multi-information
display for 10 seconds and then
will go off.
If the mode indicator flashes, Multi-
terrain Select cannot be operated.
Follow the instructions displayed
on the multi-information display
and check that the mode indicator
stops flashing. (→P. 260)
Selecting modes
1
2