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4RUNNER (U)4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle ............. 176
Cargo and luggage............ 186
Vehicle load limits ............. 191
Trailer towing..................... 192
Dinghy towing.................... 208
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a
smart key system) ........... 209
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with a
smart key system) ........... 212
Automatic transmission ..... 218
Turn signal lever................ 223
Parking brake .................... 224
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 225
Automatic High Beam ....... 231
Fog light switch ................. 235
Windshield wipers and washer ............................ 237
Rear window wiper and washer ............................ 240
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap .................................. 243 4-5. Using the driving
support systems
Toyota Safety Sense P ...... 246
PCS (Pre-Collision System)..... 254
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)..... 265
Dynamic radar cruise control.............................. 273
Intuitive parking assist ....... 286
Four-wheel drive system (part-time 4WD
models)............................ 293
Four-wheel drive system (full-time 4WD
models)............................ 297
Active traction control system ............................. 301
AUTO LSD system ............ 303
Rear differential lock system ............................. 305
Downhill assist control system ............................. 308
Crawl Control ..................... 311
Multi-terrain Select............. 314
Driving assist systems ....... 321
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips .............. 330
Off-road precautions .......... 334
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4RUNNER (U)4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle ............. 176
Cargo and luggage ........... 186
Vehicle load limits ............. 191
Trailer towing..................... 192
Dinghy towing ................... 208
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a
smart key system) ........... 209
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with a
smart key system) ........... 212
Automatic transmission ..... 218
Turn signal lever................ 223
Parking brake .................... 224
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 225
Automatic High Beam ....... 231
Fog light switch ................. 235
Windshield wipers and washer ............................ 237
Rear window wiper and washer ............................ 240
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap .................................. 243 4-5. Using the driving
support systems
Toyota Safety Sense P ..... 246
PCS (Pre-Collision System) .... 254
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) .... 265
Dynamic radar cruise control ............................. 273
Intuitive parking assist....... 286
Four-wheel drive system (part-time 4WD
models) ........................... 293
Four-wheel drive system (full-time 4WD
models) ........................... 297
Active traction control system ............................ 301
AUTO LSD system (2WD models) ................. 303
Rear differential lock system ............................ 305
Downhill assist control system ............................ 308
Crawl Control .................... 311
Multi-terrain Select ............ 314
Driving assist systems ...... 321
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips ............. 330
Off-road precautions ......... 334

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4RUNNER (U)
4-1. Before driving
P. 2 1 2
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to D. ( P. 2 1 8 )
Release the parking brake. ( P. 2 2 4 )
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accele ra-
tor pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal until the ve hicle
comes to a stop.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift the shift
lever to P or N. ( P. 218)
With the shift lever in D , depress the brake pedal.
Set the parking brake ( P. 224), and shift the shift lever to P ( P.
218).
Vehicles without a smart key system:
Turn the engine switch to the “LOC K” position to stop the engine.
Vehicles with a smart key system:
Press the engine switch to stop the engine.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your person.
If parking on a hill, block the wheels as needed.
Driving the vehicle
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe
driving:
Starting the engine
Driving
Stopping
Parking the vehicle
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2244-2. Driving procedures
4RUNNER (U)
To set the parking brake, fully
depress the parking brake pedal
with your left foot while depress-
ing the brake pedal with your right
foot.
(Depressing the pedal again
releases the parking brake.)
■Parking the vehicle
P. 176
■ Usage in winter time
P. 331
Parking brake
U.S.A.Canada
NOTICE
■Before driving
Fully release the parking brake.
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to bra ke components
overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake
wear.

4176-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
4RUNNER (U)
WARNING
■Where to safely charge the battery
Always charge the battery in an open area. Do not charge the ba ttery in a
garage or closed room where there is insufficient ventilation.
■ How to recharge the battery
Only perform a slow charge (5 A or less). The battery may explo de if
charged at a quicker rate.
■ Emergency measures regarding electrolyte
● If electrolyte gets in your eyes
Flush your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and ge t immedi-
ate medical attention. If possible, continue to apply water wit h a sponge or
cloth while traveling to the nearest medical facility.
● If electrolyte gets on your skin
Wash the affected area thoroughly. If you feel pain or burning, get medical
attention immediately.
● If electrolyte gets on your clothes
It can soak through clothing on to your skin. Immediately take off the cloth-
ing and follow the procedure above if necessary.
● If you accidentally swallow electrolyte
Drink a large quantity of water or milk. Get emergency medical attention
immediately.
NOTICE
■When recharging the battery
Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, b e sure all
accessories are turned off.

584Alphabetical index
4RUNNER (U)
Downhill assist control system .................................... 308
Drive-Start Control .................. 177
Driver’s seat position memory .................................. 149
Driving ...................................... 176 Break-in tips .......................... 178
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Driving assist systems .......... 321
Off-road precautions ............. 334
Procedures ........................... 176
Winter drive tips .................... 330
Dynamic radar cruise control .................................... 273 Eco Driving Indicator ................ 97
EDR (Event data recorder)........ 10
Electronic key .......................... 102
Battery-saving function ......... 121
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 510
Replacing the battery............ 442
Emergency, in case of If the electronic key does not operate
properly .............................. 510
If the engine will not start ...... 507
If the vehicle battery is discharged.......................... 513
If the warning buzzer sounds................................ 477
If the warning light turns on ....................................... 477
If a warning message
is displayed ........................ 487
If you cannot operate back door opener ............... 509
If you have a flat tire ............. 492
If you think something is wrong .............................. 475
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 520
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 465
If your vehicle needs to be towed......................... 468
If your vehicle overheats....... 517E