Page 173 of 528

1734-1. Before driving
4
Driving
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B37U)
■When using the roof rails (if equipped)
●To use the roof rails as a roof luggage
carrier, you must fit the roof rails with
two or more genuine Toyota cross rails
or their equivalent.
●When there is no luggage on the roof
luggage carrier Toyota recommends
that the front and rear cross rails be
secured in the positions indicated in
the illustration. This may reduce wind
noise while driving.
CAUTION
■Things that must not be carried in the luggage compartment
The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the luggage compart-
ment:
●Receptacles containing gasoline
●Aerosol cans
■Storage precautions
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may prevent the pedals from being depressed properly,
may block the driver’s vision, or may result in items hitting the driver or
passengers, possibly causing an accident.
●Stow cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment whenever possi-
ble.
●Do not stack cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment higher
than the seatbacks.
●Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations.
• At the feet of the driver
• On the front passenger or rear seats (when stacking items)
• On the instrument panel
• On the dashboard
●Secure all items in the occupant compartment.
●When you fold down the rear seats, long items should not be placed
directly behind the front seats.
●Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage compartment. It is not
designed for passengers. They should ride in their seats with their seat
belts properly fastened. Otherwise, they are much more likely to suffer
death or serious bodily injury, in the event of sudden braking, sudden
swerving or an accident.
Roof rails Cross rails
Page 175 of 528

1754-1. Before driving
4
Driving
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B37U)
◆Total load capacity (vehicle capacity weight): (→P. 462)
Total load capacity means the comb ined weight of occupants, cargo
and luggage.
◆Seating capacity
Vehicle without third seats: 5 occupants (Front 2, Rear 3)
Vehicle with third seats: 7 occupants (Front 2, Rear 5)
Seating capacity means the maxi mum number of occupants whose
estimated average weight is 150 lb. (68 kg) per person.
◆TWR (Trailer Weight Rating): ( →P. 181, 462)
TWR means the maximum gross trailer weight (trailer weight plus
its cargo weight) that you vehicle is able to tow.
◆Cargo capacity
Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the weight
and the number of occupants.
■Total load capacity and seating capacity
These details are also described on the tire and loading information label.
( → P. 375)
Vehicle load limits
Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity,
TWR (Trailer Weight Rating) and cargo capacity.
CAUTION
■Overloading the vehicle
Do not overload the vehicle.
It may not only cause damage to the tires, but also degrade steering
and braking ability, resu lting in an accident.
Page 289 of 528

2895-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
5
Interior features
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B37U)■
Change the airflow mode
To change the air outlets, press , , or .
■Other functions
●
Switching between outside ai r and recirculated air modes
( → P. 290)
● Defogging the windshield ( →P. 290)
● Defogging the rear window and outside rear view mirrors
(→ P. 290)
● Windshield wiper de-icer (if equipped) ( →P. 291)
Press .
The air conditioning system begins to operate. Air outlets and fan speed
are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting.
Adjust the temperature setting.
To stop the operation, press .
■Automatic mode indicator
If the fan speed setting or air fl ow modes are operated, the auto-
matic mode indicator goes off. However, automatic mode for func-
tions other than that operated is maintained.
■Adjusting the temperature for driver and passenger seats sep-
arately (“DUAL” mode)
Perform the following procedures to turn on the “DUAL” mode:
● Press .
● Adjust the passenger’s side temperature setting.
The indicator comes on when the “DUAL” mode is on.
While in “DUAL” mode, the temper ature of the rear air outlets is
set at the right-hand side temperature setting.
Using automatic mode
1
2
3
Page 295 of 528

2955-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
5
Interior features
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B37U)
Seat heaters∗/seat ventilators∗
∗: If equipped
The seat heaters warm the seats and the seat ventilators main-
tain good airflow by blowing air through the seats.
CAUTION
●Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories
comes in contact with the seats when the heater is on:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physically chal-
lenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
● Observe the following precautions to prevent the minor burns or overheat-
ing
• Do not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat
heater.
• Do not use seat heater more than necessary.
NOTICE
● Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the seat and do
not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
● To prevent battery discharge, do not use the functions when the engine is
off.
Page 302 of 528
3025-3. Using the storage features
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B37U)
Cup holders
Front seatsRear seats (without third row
seats)
Pull down the rear seat center
armrest.
Second row seats (with third
row seats)Third row seats (if equipped)
Pull down the second row seat
center armrest and press down
the button on the armrest.
Page 303 of 528
3035-3. Using the storage features
5
Interior features
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B37U)
■Adjusting the size of the cup holders
Front seats
Rear seats (without third row seats)
Remove the adapter.
Remove the adapter.
CAUTION
■
Items unsuitable for the cup holders
Do not place anything other than cups or aluminum cans in the cup holders.
Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or
sudden braking, causing injury. If possible, cover hot drinks to prevent
burns.
■ When not in use (second row seat cup holders only)
Keep the cup holders closed. In the event of sudden braking, an accident
may occur due to an occupant being struck by the open cup holders or the
items stored inside.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the rear cup holders (second row seats only)
Stow the cup holders before stowing the armrest.
Page 306 of 528
3065-3. Using the storage features
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B37U)
■When using the bottle holder
●When storing a bottle, close the cap.
● The bottle may not be stored depending on its size or shape.
Bottle holders
Front seatsRear seats (without third row
seats)/second row seats (with
third row seats)
CAUTION
■Items unsuitable for the bottle holder
Do not place anything other than a bottle in the bottle holders.
Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or
sudden braking and cause injury.
NOTICE
■Items that should not be st owed in the bottle holders
Put the cap on before stowing a bottle. Do not place open bottles in the bot-
tle holders, or glasses and paper cups containing liquid. The contents may
spill and glasses may break.
Page 307 of 528
3075-3. Using the storage features
5
Interior features
4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B37U)■
Cargo hooks
Vehicles with third seats
Fold down the third seats. ( →P. 129)
Raise the hook to use.
The cargo hooks are provided
for securing loose items.
Vehicles without third seats
Raise the hook to use.
The cargo hooks are provided
for securing loose items.
Luggage compartment features
1
2