2022 TOYOTA 4RUNNER brake fluid

4847-2. Steps to take in an emergency
4RUNNER (U)
●Fluid leaks un der the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air conditioning a fter use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points high er
than normal.
● Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
● Engine missing, stumb ling or running roughly
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one s ide when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touch es
the floor
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the followi ng symptoms, your vehicle proba -
bly needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as
soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

4867-2. Steps to take in an emergency
4RUNNER (U)
If a warning light turns on or a war ning
buzzer sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning ligh ts
comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then
goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the
system. However, if this continues to occur, have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Warning light and w arning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning li ght (warning buzzer)
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is
fully released the system is operating normally.
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact your Toyota dealer. Continuing to drive
the vehicle may be dangerous.
High coolant temperature warning light (warning
buzzer)
*4
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too
high
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place.
Handling method ( P. 527)
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging sys-
tem
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact your Toyota dealer.
Low engine oil pressure warning light*4
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact your Toyota dealer.

5307-2. Steps to take in an emergency
4RUNNER (U)
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the tires to help
provide traction.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to D or R position and carefully apply th e accel-
erator to free the vehicle.
Turn off TRAC and VSC if these functions are hampering your attempts to
free the vehicle. ( P. 335)
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
WARNING
■When attempting to f ree a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the
surrounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, obj ects or people.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.
■ When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle t hat may
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■ To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
● Avoid spinning the wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more
than necessary.
● If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are pe rformed,
the vehicle may require towing to be freed.
● When a warning message for the automatic transmission fluid tem perature
is displayed while attempting to free a stuck vehicle, immediat ely remove
your foot from the accelerator pedal and wait until the warning message
disappears. Otherwise, the transmission may become damaged.
(
P. 497)
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5398-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
4RUNNER (U)
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N, 50 kgf) while the engine is running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67 lbf (300 N,30 kgf).
Automatic transmission
Fluid capacity*11.3 qt. (10.7 L, 9.4 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■ Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than the above type may cause abnormal
noise or vibration, or damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Brakes
Pedal clearance*1
2WD models
3.36 in. (86 mm) Min.
4WD models
3.54 in. (90 mm) Min.
Pedal free playLess than 0.04  0.24 in. (1  6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel*25  7 clicks
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3

592Alphabetical index
4RUNNER (U)
Back doorBack door.............................. 130
Back window ......................... 165
Smart key system ................. 119
Wireless remote control ........ 110
Back window ............................ 165
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs............. 470
Wattage ................................ 541
Battery ...................................... 430
Battery checking ................... 430
If the vehicle battery is discharged ...................... 523
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 342
Warning light ......................... 486
Bottle holders .......................... 378
Brake Fluid ...................................... 427
Parking brake........................ 222
Warning light ......................... 486
Brake assist ............................. 333
Brake override system ............ 175
Break-in tips ............................. 176
Brightness control Instrument panel light
control................................... 91 Care .................................. 404, 408
Exterior ................................. 404
Interior .................................. 408
Seat belts.............................. 409
Wheels and wheel ornaments .......................... 405
Cargo capacity......................... 189
Cargo hooks ............................ 379
Cargo net hooks ...................... 380
Center differential lock ........... 309
Chains ...................................... 344
Child restraint system............... 55 Booster seats, definition ......... 56
Booster seats, installation....... 67
Convertible seats, definition ... 56
Convertible seats,
installation ............................ 64
Front passenger occupant classification syst em ............ 48
Infant seats, definition............. 56
Infant seats, installation .......... 64
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ............ 61
Installing CRS with seat belts...................................... 64
Installing CRS
with top tether strap.............. 68
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594Alphabetical index
4RUNNER (U)
Driving ...................................... 174Break-in tips .......................... 176
Correct driving posture ........... 30
Driving assist systems .......... 333
Off-road precautions ............. 346
Procedures ........................... 174
Winter drive tips .................... 342
Dynamic radar cruise
control .................................... 268
Eco Driving Indicator .............. 100
EDR (Event data recorder) ........ 10
Electronic key .......................... 104 Battery-saving function ......... 122
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 520
Replacing the battery ............ 455
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does not operate
properly .............................. 520
If the engine will not start ...... 517
If the vehicle battery is discharged .......................... 523
If the warning buzzer sounds ................................ 486
If the warning light turns on ....................................... 486
If a warning message is displayed......................... 497
If the vehicle is submerged
or water on the road is
rising ................................... 477
If you cannot operate
back door opener ............... 519
If you have a flat tire ............. 502
If you think something is wrong .............................. 484
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 530
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ... 475 If your vehicle needs
to be towed......................... 478
If your vehicle overheats....... 527
Emergency flashers ................ 474
Engine ACCESSORY mode ............. 211
Compartment ........................ 421
Engine switch ............... 207, 210
Hood ..................................... 420
How to start the engine ........................ 207, 210
Identification number ............ 533
If the engine will not start ...... 517
Ignition switch (engine switch) ........... 207, 210
Overheating .......................... 527
Engine coolant......................... 425
Capacity................................ 536
Checking............................... 425
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 342
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 90
Engine immobilizer system ...... 78
Engine oil ................................. 423 Capacity................................ 535
Checking............................... 423
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 342
Engine switch .................. 207, 210
Event data recorder (EDR)........ 10
Flat tire ..................................... 502
Floor mats .................................. 28
Fluid
Automatic transmission ........ 539
Brake .................................... 539
Power steering...................... 540
Washer ................................. 433
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4RUNNER (U)
Multi Terrain ABS .................... 333
Multi-information display .......... 92Driving information .................. 95
Dynamic radar cruise control................................. 268
Language .............................. 567
LDA (Lane Departure Alert)........ 260
Outside temperature ............. 100
PCS (Pre-Collision System)........ 250
Settings ................................... 98
Warning messages ............... 497
Multi-terrain Select .................. 326
Navigation system
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Noise from under vehicle............ 8
Odometer.................................... 90
Off-road precaution s ............... 346
Oil Engine oil .............................. 423
Opener Back door.............................. 131
Hood ..................................... 420
Outer foot lights....................... 369
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 159
Adjusting and folding ............ 159
Outside rear view mirror defoggers ......... 354, 361
Outside temperature display .................................... 100
Overhead console ................... 376
Overheating, Engine................ 527 Parking brake........................... 222
Operation .............................. 222
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer ................... 486
PCS (Pre-Collision System).......... 250 Warning light......................... 212
Parking lights........................... 223 Light switch ........................... 223
Replacing light bulbs ............ 465
Wattage ................................ 541
Pen holder ................................ 377
Personal lights......................... 370
Power back window ................ 165 Jam protection function ........ 167
Operation .............................. 165
Power outlets ................... 386, 390
Power steering Fluid ...................................... 429
Warning light......................... 488
Power windows ....................... 161 Door lock linked
window operation ............... 163
Jam protection function ........ 162
Operation .............................. 161
Window lock switch .............. 161
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