2021 TOYOTA 4RUNNER remote start

4186-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4RUNNER (U)■
After recharging/reconnecting the battery (vehicles with a smar t key sys-
tem)
The engine may not start. Follow the procedure below to initial ize the system.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Open and close any of the doors.
Restart the engine.
● Unlocking the doors using the smart key system may not be possi ble imme-
diately after reconnecting the battery. If this happens, use the wireless
remote control or the mechanical key to lock/unlock the doors.
● Start the engine with the engine switch in ACCESSORY mode. The engine
may not start when the engine switch turned from off. However, the engine
will operate normally from the second attempt.
● The engine switch mode is recorded by the vehicle. If the batte ry is recon-
nected, the vehicle will return the engine switch mode to the s tatus it was in
before the battery was disconnected. Make sure to turn off the engine
before disconnect the battery. Take extra care when connecting the battery
if the engine switch mode prior to discharge is unknown.
If the system will not start even after multiple attempts, contact your Toyota
dealer.
WARNING
■ Chemicals in the battery
Batteries contain poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid and may produce
hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. To reduce the ri sk of death
or serious injury, take the following precautions while working on or near the
battery:
● Do not cause sparks by touching the battery terminals with tool s.
● Do not smoke or light a match near the battery.
● Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothes.
● Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.
● Wear protective safety glasses when working near the battery.
● Keep children away from the battery.
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5077-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
4RUNNER (U)
Use the mechanical key
( P. 104) in order to perform the
following operations:
Locks all the doors
Closes the windows and moon
roof (turn and hold)
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(  P. 164, 172)
Unlocks all the doors
Turning the key rearward unlocks the driver’s door. Turning the key once
again unlocks the other doors.
Opens the windows and moon roof (turn and hold)*
(  P. 164, 172)
*: This setting must be customized at your Toyota dealer.
If the electronic key does not operate
properly (vehicles with a smar t key system)
If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is
interrupted ( P. 122) or the electronic key cannot be used
because the battery is depleted, the smart key system and wire-
less remote control cannot be used. In such cases, the doors
can be opened and the engine c an be started by following the
procedure below.
Locking and unlocking the doors
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5127-2. Steps to take in an emergency
4RUNNER (U)
■Starting the engine when t he battery is discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
■ To prevent battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is off.
● Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running
at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic .
■ Charging the battery
The electricity stored in the battery will discharge gradually even when the
vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of cer-
tain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long t ime, the battery may
discharge, and the engine may be unable to start. (The battery recharges
automatically during driving.)
■ When recharging or replacing the battery
●Vehicles with a smart key system: In some cases, it may not be possible to
unlock the doors using the smart key system when the battery is dis-
charged. Use the wireless remote control or the mechanical key to lock or
unlock the doors.
● The engine may not start on the first attempt after the battery has recharged
but will start normally after the second attempt. This is not a malfunction.
● Vehicles with a smart key system: The engine switch mode is memorized by
the vehicle. When the battery is reconnected, the system will r eturn to the
mode it was in before the battery was discharged. Before disconnecting the
battery, turn the engine switch off.
If you are unsure what mode the engine switch was in before the battery dis-
charged, be especially careful when reconnecting the battery.
● Make sure that the key is not inside the vehicle when rechargin g or replac-
ing the battery. The key may be locked in the vehicle if the al arm is acti-
vated. ( P. 80)

591Alphabetical index
4RUNNER (U)
Warning buzzersBrake system ....... ................. 474
Downshifting ......................... 221
Intuitive parking assist .......... 285
Key reminder ................ 210, 479
Lane departure alert function ............................... 265
Open door ............................. 476
Open moon roof reminder..... 479
Pre-collision warning............. 254
Seat belt reminder ................ 477
Warning lights............................ 83 ABS....................................... 475
Automatic running boards
indicator light ...................... 476
Brake override system .......... 477
Brake system ....... ................. 474
Center differential lock indicator light ...................... 476
Charging system ................... 474
Drive-Start Control ................ 477
Four-wheel drive indicator light ...................... 476
KDSS .................................... 476
LDA indicator ........................ 478
Low engine oil pressure ........ 474
Low fuel level ........................ 477
Low speed four-wheel drive indicator light ...................... 476
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 475
Master warning light...... 478, 484
Multi-terrain Select indicator light ...................... 476
Open door ............................. 476
PCS ...................................... 478
Power steering ...................... 476
Rear differential lock indicator light ...................... 475
Seat belt reminder light ......... 477 Slip indicator ......................... 475
SRS ...................................... 475
Tire pressure ........................ 478
Unengaged “Park” ................ 476
Warning messages.................. 484
Washer ..................................... 236
Checking............................... 420
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 329
Switch ........................... 236, 239
Washing and waxing ............... 392
Weight
Cargo capacity...................... 191
Load limits ............................ 191
Weight .................................. 520
Wheels ...................................... 439 Replacing wheels ................. 439
Size....................................... 528
Window glasses ...................... 162
Window lock switch ................ 162
Windows................................... 162 Power back window .............. 166
Power windows..................... 162
Rear window defogger ..................... 342, 349
Washer ......................... 236, 239
Windshield wiper
de-icer ............................ 342, 350
Windshield wipers ........... 236, 239 Intermittent wiper .................. 236
Winter driving tips ................... 329
Wireless remote control key .......................................... 103
Locking/Unlocking ................ 110
Replacing the battery............ 443
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.