2021 TOYOTA 4RUNNER boot

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MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
120,000 miles or 144 months
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels1
Inspect wiper blades
Lubricate propeller shaft
Replace cabin air filter
Replace engine air filter
Replace engine oil and oil filter2
Replace spark plugs5
Re-torque propeller shaft bolt
Rotate tires
Inspect the following: _ Automatic transmission for signs of leakage
_ Ball joints and dust covers
_ Brake lines and hoses
_ Brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs
6
_Drive belts
_ Drive shaft boots (4WD)
_ Engine coolant
7
_Exhaust pipes and mountings
_ Front differential oil (4WD)

Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions3
Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads:Replace transfer case oil (4WD)
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body
Driving while towing, using a car-top carrier, or heavy vehicle loading:8
Replace automatic transmission fluid
Replace front differential oil (4WD)
Replace rear differential oil
Replace transfer case oil (4WD)
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis and body
DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION:
D
ATE:
MILEAGE:
1
Inspect sealed transmissions, transfer cases and differentials for signs of leakage. If any leakage from a sealed
component is suspected, it is recommended that you have the sealed component inspected by a Toyota dealer. Inspect
power steering fluid (if equipped) and brake fluid level/condition. Inspect engine and inverter (if equipped) coolant
level/condition/freezing point. Your dealer may recommend services (Dealer-Recommended Maintenance) based on
inspection results.
2 Reset the oil replacement reminder light (“MAINT REQD”) or the message “OIL MAINTENANCE REQUIRED” on the
multi-information display after maintenance at every 5,000 miles.
3 Perform these service items only if you drive primarily under the conditions indicated. 4 Includes operating on roads which road salt has been applied.5 Maintenance services of spark plugs are required under the terms of the Emissions Control Warranty.6 Inspect thickness measurement and disc runout.7 Refer to “Engine Coolant” in the “Explanation of Maintenance Items” section in the back of this guide for more information.8 Not all vehicles are designed for towing. Refer to your Vehicle Owner’s Manual for details.
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Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band
and fuel tank vapor vent system hoses
_ Fuel tank cap gasket
_ Radiator and condenser
_ Rear differential oil
_ Steering gear
_ Steering linkage and boots
_ Transfer case oil (4WD)
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55Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE
Drive Shaft Boots
Check the drive shaft boots and clamps for
cracks, deterioration and damage. Replace
any deteriorated or damaged parts and, if
necessary, repack the grease. A qualied
technician should perform these operations.
Driver’s Floor Mat
• Only use the driver’s floor mat
designed specifically for the model
and model year of your vehicle.
• Always properly secure the driver’s
floor mat using the retaining hooks.
• Never install another floor mat on top
of the existing driver’s floor mat.
• Never install the driver’s floor mat
upside down.
Engine Air Filter
Inspect or replace at specied intervals.
When performing inspections, check for
damage, excessive wear and oiliness, and
replace if necessary.
Engine Coolant
Drain the cooling system and rell with an
ethylene-glycol type coolant. Inspect hoses
and connections for corrosion and leaks.
Tighten connections and replace parts
when necessary. A qualied technician
should perform these operations. (For
further details, refer to “Radiator, Condenser
and Hoses” in the “Maintenance and Care”
section of the Owner’s Manual ).
Your Toyota is equipped with Genuine
Toyota Super Long-Life Coolant. The
replacement intervals for engine coolant
recommended in this booklet are based
on replacement with Genuine Toyota
Super Long-Life Coolant or similar
high-quality non-silicate, non-amine,
non-borate ethylene-glycol coolant with
long-life hybrid organic acid technology
(i.e., a combination of low phosphates
and organic acids). If another type of
ethylene-glycol coolant is used,
replacement intervals may be different.
EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS
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57Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE
EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS
Radiator and Condenser
Inspect for debris, corrosion and signs
of damage. Have any problem repaired
immediately by a qualied technician.
Spark Plugs
Replace at specied intervals. Install new
plugs of the same type as originally
equipped. A qualied technician should
perform this operation.
Steering Gear
Inspect for signs of leakage. If you
discover any leakage, have it repaired
immediately by a qualied technician.
Steering Linkage and Boots
With the vehicle stopped, check for
excessive freeplay in the steering wheel.
Inspect the linkage for bending and
damage and the dust boots for
deterioration, cracks and damage. Replace
any damaged parts. A qualied technician
should perform these operations.
Tire Rotation
Tires should be rotated according to the
instructions in the Owner’s Manual. When
rotating tires, check for damage and
uneven wear. Replace if necessary.
Transfer Case Oil
Inspect or replace at specied intervals. When
performing inspections, check for signs of
leakage. If you discover any leakage, have it
repaired by a qualied technician immediately.
Wiper Blades
The wiper blades should not show any
signs of cracking, splitting, wear,
contamination or deformation. The wiper
blades should clear the windshield without
streaking or skipping.
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