2022 TOYOTA 4RUNNER differential

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4RUNNER (U)4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle ............. 174
Cargo and luggage............ 184
Vehicle load limits ............. 189
Trailer towing..................... 190
Dinghy towing.................... 206
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a
smart key system) ........... 207
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with a
smart key system) ........... 210
Automatic transmission ..... 216
Turn signal lever................ 221
Parking brake .................... 222
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 223
AHB (Automatic High Beam) ............................. 228
Fog light switch ................. 232
Windshield wipers and washer ............................ 234
Rear window wiper and washer ............................ 237
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap .................................. 240 4-5. Using the driving
support systems
Toyota Safety Sense P ...... 243
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ........................... 250
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ................................ 260
Dynamic radar cruise control.............................. 268
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ........................... 281
Intuitive parking assist ............................... 288
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) ..................... 297
Four-wheel drive system (part-time 4WD
models)............................ 305
Four-wheel drive system (full-time 4WD
models)............................ 309
Active traction control system ............................. 313
AUTO LSD system (2WD models) ................. 315
Rear differential lock system ............................. 317
Downhill assist control system ............................. 320
Crawl Control ..................... 323
Multi-terrain Select............. 326
Driving assist systems ....... 333
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips .............. 342
Off-road precautions .......... 346
4Driving

24Pictorial index
4RUNNER (U)Inside rear view mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 157
Sun visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 384
Vanity mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 384
Interior light
*2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 370
Personal lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 370
Moon roof switches
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 169
“SOS” button
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 72
Garage door opener switches
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 396
Microphone
*3
Assist grips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 395
Active traction control switch
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 313
VSC off switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 335
DAC switch
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 320
Rear differential lock switch
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 317
Crawl Control switch
*1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 3 23
Multi-terrain Select switch
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 326
Auxiliary box
*1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 376
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852. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
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Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in the indicated vehi-
cle’s systems.
Warning lights
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(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning
light ( P. 486)*1
Slip indicator ( P. 487)
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(Canada)
Brake system warning
light (P. 486)*3
(if equipped)
Four-wheel drive indica-
tor light ( P. 488)
*5High coolant tempera-
ture warning light
(P. 486)*3
(if equipped)
Low speed four-wheel
drive indicator light
(P. 488)
*1
Charging system warn-
ing light ( P. 486)*3
(if equipped)
Rear differential lock
indicator light ( P. 487)
*1
(U.S.A.)
Malfunction indicator
lamp ( P. 487)*3
(if equipped)
Center differential lock
indicator light ( P. 488)
*1
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator
lamp ( P. 487)*2, 4, 5
(if equipped)
Multi-terrain Select indi-
cator light ( P. 488)
*1SRS warning light
(P. 487)*5Brake Override System/
Drive-Start Control/
warning light ( P. 489)
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(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light
(P. 487)
(U.S.A.)
Parking brake indicator
(P. 489)
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(Canada)
ABS warning light
(P. 487)
(Canada)
Parking brake indicator
(P. 489)

882. Instrument cluster
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*1, 6
(if equipped)
BSM OFF (Blind Spot
Monitor) indicator
(P. 281)
(if equipped)
Center differential lock
indicator ( P. 309)
*1, 7, 8
(if equipped)
Outside rear view mirror
indicator ( P. 281)
(if equipped)
“A-TRAC” indicator
(P. 313)
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(Green)
LDA indicator ( P. 260)
*1
(if equipped)
“AUTO LSD” indicator
(P. 315)
*2, 5
(Amber)
LDA indicator ( P. 260)
*5
(if equipped)
Multi-terrain Select indi-
cator (P. 326)
(if equipped)
Four-wheel drive indica-
tor (P. 305)*5
(if equipped)
Crawl Control indicator
(P. 323)
*1
(if equipped)
Downhill assist control
system indicator
(P. 320)
(if equipped)
Intuitive parking assist
indicator ( P. 288)
(if equipped)
Low speed four-wheel
drive indicator
(P. 305, 309) *1, 2
(if equipped)
Automatic running
boards indicator
(P. 127)
(if equipped)
Rear differential lock
indicator ( P. 317)

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Driving4
4RUNNER (U)4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle ............. 174
Cargo and luggage ........... 184
Vehicle load limits ............. 189
Trailer towing..................... 190
Dinghy towing ................... 206
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a
smart key system) ........... 207
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with a
smart key system) ........... 210
Automatic transmission ..... 216
Turn signal lever................ 221
Parking brake .................... 222
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 223
AHB (Automatic High Beam) ............................. 228
Fog light switch ................. 232
Windshield wipers and washer ............................ 234
Rear window wiper and washer ............................ 237
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap .................................. 240 4-5. Using the driving
support systems
Toyota Safety Sense P ..... 243
PCS (Pre-Collision System)........................... 250
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ............................... 260
Dynamic radar cruise control ............................. 268
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)........................... 281
Intuitive parking assist....... 288
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) .................... 297
Four-wheel drive system (part-time 4WD
models) ........................... 305
Four-wheel drive system (full-time 4WD
models) ........................... 309
Active traction control system ............................ 313
AUTO LSD system (2WD models) ................. 315
Rear differential lock system ............................ 317
Downhill assist control system ............................ 320
Crawl Control .................... 323
Multi-terrain Select ............ 326
Driving assist systems ...... 333
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips ............. 342
Off-road precautions ......... 346

1834-1. Before driving
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Driving
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NOTICE
■When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. D oing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle:
● Engine stalling
● Short in electrical components
● Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle i s flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following:
● Brake function
● Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, trans-
mission, transfer (4WD models), differentials, etc.
● Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspe nsion joints
(where possible), and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

2024-1. Before driving
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Before towing
Check that the following conditions are met:
●Ensure that your vehicle’s tires are properly inflated. ( P. 540)
● Trailer tires are inflated according to the trailer manufacture r’s recommen-
dation.
● All trailer lights work as required by law.
● All lights work each time you connect them.
● The trailer ball is set at the proper height for the coupler on the trailer.
● The trailer is level when it is hitched.
Do not drive if the trailer is not level, and check for imprope r tongue weight,
overloading, worn suspension, or other possible causes.
● The trailer cargo is securely loaded.
● The rear view mirrors conform to all applicable federal, state/provincial or
local regulations. If they do not, install rear view mirrors ap propriate for tow-
ing purposes.
■ Break-in schedule
If your vehicle is new or equipped with any new power train com ponents
(such as an engine, transmission, differential or wheel bearing ), Toyota rec-
ommends that you do not tow a trailer until the vehicle has bee n driven for
over 500 miles (800 km).
After the vehicle has been driven for over 500 miles (800 km), you can start
towing. However, for the next 500 miles (800 km), drive the veh icle at a speed
of less than 45 mph (72 km/h) when towing a trailer, and avoid full throttle
acceleration.
■ Maintenance
●If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent m aintenance due
to the additional load. (See “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “ Owner’s
Manual Supplement”.)
● Retighten the fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approximately
600 miles (1000 km) of trailer towing.
■ If trailer sway occurs
One or more factors (crosswinds, passing vehicles, rough roads, etc.) can
adversely affect handling of your vehicle and trailer, causing instability.
● If trailer swaying occurs:
• Firmly grip the steering wheel. Steer straight ahead.
Do not try to control trailer swaying by turning the steering w heel.
• Begin releasing the accelerator pedal immediately but very gra dually to
reduce speed.
Do not increase speed. Do not apply vehicle brakes.
If you make no extreme correction with the steering or brakes, your vehicle
and trailer should stabilize. (if enabled, Trailer Sway Control can also help to
stabilize the vehicle and trailer.)

3094-5. Using the driving support systems
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H4F (high speed position)
Use this for normal driving on dry hard-surfaced roads. This position gives
greater economy, quietest ride and least wear.
H4L (high speed position, cent er differential locked)
Use this for driving only on tracks that permit the tires slide , like off-road,
icy or snow-covered roads.
L4L (low speed position, c enter differential locked)
Use this for maximum power and traction. Use “L4L” for climbing or
descending steep hills, off-road driving, and hard pulling in s and, mud or
deep snow.
Center differential lock indicator
Low speed four-whe el drive indicator
Four-wheel drive system (full-time 4WD
models)
Use the four-wheel drive contro l switch to select the following
transfer modes:
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