Toyota 4runner 2009 Owner's Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS Index

Before driving

1-1. Key information

Keys..................................... 28

1-6. Theft deterrent system

Engine immobilizer system... 88

Alarm.................................... 90

Theft prevention labels

(U.S.A.)............................... 92

1-2. Opening, closing and locking

the doors

Wireless remote control ....... 29

Side doors............................ 33

Back door............................. 38

1-3. Adjustable components

(seats, mirrors, steering wheel)

Front seats........................... 41

Rear seats............................ 44

Driving position memory

system................................ 58

Head restraints..................... 60

Seat belts............................. 63

Steering wheel ..................... 69

Anti-glare inside rear view

mirror.................................. 70

Outside rear view mirrors..... 73

1-4. Opening and closing the

windows and moon roof

Power windows .................... 76

Power back window ............. 79

Moon roof............................. 82

1-5. Refueling

Opening the fuel tank cap.... 85

1-7. Safety information

Correct driving posture......... 93

SRS airbags ......................... 95

Front passenger occupant

classification system

Child restraint systems ....... 113

Installing child restraints..... 117

When driving

2-1. Driving procedures

Driving the vehicle.............. 132

Engine (ignition) switch....... 140

Automatic

Turn signal lever................. 145

Parking brake ..................... 146

Horn.................................... 147

2-2. Instrument cluster

Gauges and meters............ 148

Indicators and warning

lights................................. 151

Accessory meter................. 155

2-3. Operating the lights and

wipers

Headlight switch ................. 158

Fog light switch................... 162

Windshield wipers and

washer.............................. 163

Transmission

............ 108

...... 143

Rear window wiper and

washer.............................. 165

2-4. Using other driving systems

Cruise control...................... 166

Electronically modulated

air suspension................... 169

AUTO LSD system

(2WD models and Multi-mode 4WD

models)............................. 175

Four-wheel drive system

(4WD models)................... 177

Active traction control

system (L4 mode on 4WD

models)............................. 182

Rear differential lock

system .............................. 184

Downhill Assist Control....... 186

Driving assist systems ........ 188

2-5. Driving information

Off-road precautions........... 198

Cargo and luggage ............. 203

Vehicle load limits............... 211

Winter driving tips ............... 213

Trailer towing ...................... 216

Dinghy towing ..................... 228

3-2. Using the audio system

Audio system (without

navigation system)

............. 241

Using the radio................... 244

Using the CD player........... 250

Playing back MP3 and

WMA discs....................... 257

Optimal use of the audio

system.............................. 266

Using the AUX adapter....... 269

Using the steering wheel

audio switches.................. 271

3-3. Using the rear audio/video

system

Rear seat entertainment

system.............................. 274

Using the DVD player

(DVD video)...................... 280

Using the DVD player

(video CD)........................ 288

Using the DVD player

(audio CD/CD text)........... 291

Using the DVD player

(MP3 discs)...................... 292

Using the video mode......... 294

Changing the Setup Menu

settings............................. 297

Interior features

3-1. Using the air conditioning

system and defogger

Air conditioning system....... 230

Rear window and outside rear

view mirror defoggers....... 240

3-4. Using the interior lights

Interior lights list ................. 305

• Personal lights.................. 306

• Personal/interior lights...... 307

• Interior light ...................... 307

3-5. Using the storage features

List of storage features....... 309

• Glove box......................... 310

• Coin holder....................... 311

TABLE OF CONTENTS Index

• Console box..................... 312

• Tissue pocket................... 313

• Trash holder..................... 314

• Overhead console............ 316

• Cup holders...................... 316

• Bottle holders................... 321

• Auxiliary boxes................. 322

3-6. Other interior features

Sun visors .......................... 323

Vanity mirrors..................... 324

Clock.................................. 325

Outside temperature

display.............................. 326

Rear side-view mirrors ....... 328

Power outlets ..................... 329

Seat heaters....................... 334

Armrest............................... 336

Floor mat............................ 337

Luggage compartment

features............................ 338

Garage door opener........... 345

Compass............................ 350

Maintenance and care

4-1. Maintenance and care

Cleaning and protecting the

vehicle exterior ................. 356

Cleaning and protecting the

vehicle interior .................. 359

4-2. Maintenance

Maintenance

requirements .................... 362

General maintenance......... 364

Emission inspection and

maintenance (I/M)

programs .......................... 367

4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance

Do-it-yourself service

precautions....................... 368

Hood................................... 372

Engine compartment .......... 373

Tires.................................... 389

Tire inflation pressure......... 395

Wheels................................ 398

Air conditioning filter........... 400

Wireless remote control

battery .............................. 402

Checking and replacing

fuses................................. 404

Light bulbs.......................... 415

When trouble arises

6-2. Customization

Customizable features........ 495

Items to initialize................. 498

5-1. Essential information

Emergency flashers............ 426

If your vehicle needs to be

towed................................ 427

If you think something is

wrong................................ 432

Fuel pump shut off

system .............................. 433

Event data recorder ............ 434

5-2. Steps to take in an emergency

If a warning light turns on or a

warning buzzer sounds..... 436

If you have a flat tire............ 445

If the engine will not start.... 456

If the shift lever cannot be

shifted from P.................... 457

If you lose your keys........... 458

If the vehicle battery is

discharged........................ 459

If your vehicle overheats..... 463

If the vehicle becomes

stuck ................................. 466

For owners

Reporting safety defects for

U.S. owners...................... 500

Seat belt instructions for

Canadian owners

(in French)........................ 501

Index

Abbreviation list........................ 504

Alphabetical index.................... 506

What to do if.............................. 515

Vehicle specifications

6-1. Specifications

Maintenance data (fuel, oil

level, etc.) ......................... 470

Fuel information.................. 481

Tire information................... 484

MN 00505-QRG09-4RUN

Printed in the USA 7/08

2009 Quick Reference Guide

2009

4Runner

This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of basic vehicle operations. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental operations so you can locate and use the vehicle’s main equipment quickly and easily.

The Quick Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s Manual located in the vehicle’s glove box. We strongly encourage you to review the Owner’s Manual and supplementary manuals so you will have a better understanding of the vehicle’s capabilities and limitations.

Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. wish you many years of satisfied driving in your new 4Runner.

A word about safe vehicle operations

This Quick Reference Guide is not a full description of 4Runner operations. Every 4Runner owner should review the Owner’s Manual that accompanies this vehicle.

Pay special attention to the boxed information highlighted in color throughout the Owner’s Manual. Each box contains safe operating instructions to help you avoid injury or equipment malfunction.

Spare tire & tools

Tool location

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

Tool bag

Jack

Removing the spare tire

(1)

(3)

(2)

(1) Assemble the jack handle. (2) Insert the jack handle end through the opening in the bumper, and into

the lowering screw.

(3) Turn the jack handle counterclockwise.

Refer to the Owner’s Manual for tire changing and jack positioning procedures.

All information in this Quick Reference Guide is current at the time of printing. Toyota reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.

INDEX

OVERVIEW

FEATURES/OPERATIONS

Engine maintenance

7 Fuel tank door release and cap 6 Hood release 7 Indicator symbols 4-5 Instrument cluster 4 Instrument panel 2-3

Keyless entry

Air Conditioning/Heating 17 Audio 18-19

Auto lock functions

1,2

Automatic Transmission 8 Bottle holders 23 Clock 13 Cruise control 16 Cup holders 22 Door locks Four-wheel drive 9 Garage door opener (HomeLink

®)3

Light control-Instrument panel

21 13

Lights1& turn signals 14 Moonroof

Parking brake 12 Power outlets-12V DC 23 Power outlets-115V AC 23 Rear seat entertainment system

20 Seat adjustments-Front 10 Seat adjustments-Rear 11 Seat heaters

16 Seats-Head restraints 12 Tilt and telescopic steering wheel 10 VSC OFF button 21

Windows Window-Rear hatch

Windshield wipers & washers

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

SAFETY AND

EMERGENCY FEATURES

Doors-Child safety locks 24 Seat belts 24 Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor 24 Spare tire & tools 25 Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System 24

Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature.

Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructions and

more information.

HomeLink®is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.

OVERVIEW

Instrument panel

Steering wheel controls

Rear console box

Instrument panel light control Driving position memory switches

“RSCA OFF” (Roll Sensing of Curtain shield Airbags “OFF”) switch VSC OFF switch Center differential lock switch 115V AC Power outlet ON/OFF switch

Headlight, turn signal and front fog light1 control Wiper and washer controls Engine switch Four-wheel drive selector four-wheel drive selector

(full-time 4WD models) or two wheel/

(part-time 4WD models) Multi-information display Audio system or navigation system

Front passenger seat belt reminder light Emergency flasher switch Front passenger occupant classification indicator Engine immobilizer/Theft deterrent system indicator

Back window and outside rearview mirror defogger1switch Air Conditioning controls Auxiliary boxes Hood release Fuel tank door opener Steering wheel audio controls Telephone switches

1,2

Cruise control Navigation voice command button

1,2

AUX adapter 115V AC Power outlet A/V input adapter Downhill Assist Control switch

Power back window switch 12V DC Power outlet/Cigarette lighter

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

If equipped

For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System

Owner’s Manual.”

OVERVIEW

Instrument cluster

Limited model only

Tachometer Speedometer Service indicator and reminder Fuel gauge Low fuel level warning Engine coolant temperature Trip meter reset knob Odometer and two trip meters Height control indicator

Indicator symbols

Brake system warning

Driver/Front passenger seat belt reminder

Charging system warning

Low engine oil pressure warning

Malfunction/Check Engine indicator

Engine oil replacement reminder

Open door warning

Airbag SRS warning

Automatic Transmission fluid temperature warning

Low Tire Pressure Warning

Engine immobilizer/Theft deterrent system indicator

For details, refer to “If a warning light turns on or warning buzzer sounds...” Section 5-2, 2009 Owner’s Manual.

For details, see “SRS airbags” Section 1-7, 2009 Owner’s Manual.

If this light flashes, refer to “Four-wheel drive system,” Section 2-4, 2009 Owner’s Manual.

Roll Sensing of Curtain shield Airbag OFF indicator

AIR BAG ON indicator

AIR BAG OFF indicator

Headlight high beam indicator

Turn signal indicator

Front fog light indicator

Automatic Transmission indicator

Low speed four-wheel drive indicator

Center differential lock indicator

Vehicle Stability Control “OFF” indicator

Four-wheel drive indicator

Slip indicator

AUTO Limited Slip Differential indicator

Downhill Assist Control indicator

Height control indicator

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

Cruise control indicator

Anti-lock Brake System warning

Low fuel level warning

Active traction control indicator

Rear differential lock indicator

If “OFF” indicator flashes, refer to “Electronically modulated air suspension” Section 2-4, 2009 Owner’s Manual.

If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control,” Section 2-4, 2009 Owner’s Manual.

OVERVIEW

Fuel tank door release and cap

Tu rn

Pull up

Store

NOTE: Tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is not tightened enough, Check Engine “ ” indicator may illuminate.

Keyless entry (if equipped)

Beep sound can be switched ON or OFF. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.

Locking operation

Unlocking operation

Push

Back window operation

Push and hold

Push ONCE: Driver door

TWICE: All doors

NOTE: After unlocking, if a door is

not opened within 30 seconds, all doors will relock for safety.

Panic button

Push and hold

Hood release

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

Pull

Engine maintenance

6 cylinder (1GR-FE) engine

8 cylinder (2UZ-FE) engine

Pull up latch and raise hood

Windshield and back window washer fluid tank Power steering fluid reservoir Engine oil level dipstick Engine coolant reservoir Engine oil filler cap

Note: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will

help extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer to the “Owner’s Warranty Information Booklet,” “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement.”

FEATURES/OPERATIONS

Auto lock functions

Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in four different modes, or turned OFF.

-Doors lock when shifting from Park.

-Doors lock when the vehicle speed goes above approximately 12 mph.

-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.

-Doors unlock when the engine switch is set from “ON” to “ACC” or

“LOCK” and driver’s door is opened.

Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.

Automatic Transmission

Park*

Reverse

Neutral

Drive

Fourth gear

Third gear

Second gear

First gear

* The engine switch must be “ON” and the brake pedal depressed to shift

from Park.

Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking downhill. For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with the shift lever in the “D” position.

Four-wheel drive (if equipped)

Part-time four-wheel drive models

High speed (2WD)

High speed (4WD)

Turn to “H4” with speed below 62 mph.

Low speed (4WD)

Shift to “N” position, then push and turn to “L4.”

Full-time four-wheel drive models

High speed

Turn to “H4” with speed below 62 mph.

Low speed

Shift to “N” position, then push and turn to “L4.”

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

Center differential lock button

Center differential lock/unlock

For best fuel economy and performance under normal driving conditions:

•“H2” position (part-time four-wheel drive models)

•“H4” position (full-time four-wheel drive models), center differential unlocked (center differential lock indicator and “VSC OFF” indicator are not illuminated).

FEATURES/OPERATIONS

Tilt and telescopic (if equipped) steering wheel

(1) Angle (2) Column length

(1)

To change the angle Hold the steering wheel, pull the lock release lever, tilt to the desired angle, and release the lever.

(2)

To change the column length Push the lock release lever down, set the desired length, and return the lever to its locked position.

Note: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.

Seat adjustments-Front

Manual seat

Power seat

Seat position (forward/backward) Cushion angle (driver side only) Height crank (driver side only) Seatback angle Lumbar support (driver side only) Driver seat: position, cushion angle and height Passenger seat: position Seatback angle Lumbar support (driver side only)

Seat adjustments-Rear (vehicles with third row seats)

Second row seats

Seatback angle

Third row seats

Seatback angle

Seat adjustments-Rear (vehicles without third row seats)

(2) Lower

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

Seatback angle

(1) Push

(3) Pull up

(4) Push down

(5) Fold down

FEATURES/OPERATIONS

Parking brake

Seats-Head restraints

Front

(2)

Lock release button

Set: Depress Release: Depress again

(1)

Second row

With third seat Without third seat

(2)

Lock release button

(2)

(1)

Lock release button

Third row

(2)

(1)

Lock release button

(2)

(1)

Windshield wipers & washers

Front

Adjust interval*

Interval wipe

Slow

Pull to wash and wipe

* Intermittent windshield wiper interval adjustment

Rotate to increase/decrease wipe frequency.

Fast

Rear

Wash and wipe

Wipe

Interval wipe

Wash and wipe

NOTE: Rear wiper and washer operate only when rear window is fully closed. If battery is disconnected, rear washer will not function until rear window is reinitialized by being fully opened and then closed.

Light control-Instrument panel

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

Brightness control

Clock

H- Hour set M- Minute set :00- Round off

minutes

FEATURES/OPERATIONS

Lights & turn signals

Headlights

AUTO*

Headlights

Parking lights

Low beam

High beam

* If equipped

High beam flasher

-Daytime Running Light system (if equipped)

Automatically turns on the headlights at a reduced intensity.

-Automatic light cut off system Will automatically turn lights off after a

delay of 30 seconds, or the lock switch on remote may be pushed after locking.

Turn signals

Right turn

Lane change

Left turn

Front fog lights (if equipped)

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Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam.

Windows

Driver side

Down

Window lock switch

Automatic operation (driver side only) Push the switch completely down or pull it completely up and release to fully open or close. To stop window midway, lightly push the switch in the opposite direction.

Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window remains operable.

NOTE: If the battery is disconnected, the window will need to be reinitialized. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.

Window-Rear hatch

Operating from inside

Operating from outside

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

Open

Window lock switch

Turn and hold

NOTE: If the battery is disconnected, the rear hatch window will need to be reinitialized. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.

FEATURES/OPERATIONS

Cruise control

Turning system ON/OFF

Functions

/Increase speed

Resu me

Cancel

Set/Decrease speed

System ON/OFF

The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing the brake pedal.

The set speed may be resumed once vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph.

Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.

Seat heaters (if equipped)

Left front seat

Right front seat

Air Conditioning/Heating

With “DUAL” button

Without “DUAL” button

Fan speed Temperature selector Automatic climate control ON/OFF “DUAL” button Indicator ON: Separate temperature settings for driver and passenger. Indicator OFF: Synchronize temperature settings for driver and passenger. Airflow vent In “ ” mode, use fresh air (“ ” indicator OFF) to reduce window fogging. “ ” mode uses fresh air only. Fresh or recirculated cabin air Air Conditioning ON/OFF Rear defogger Climate control OFF

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

FEATURES/OPERATIONS

Audio

Typ e 1

Eject CD

Preset buttons - functions in other modes indicated above number.

Push to turn ON/OFF

Seek station/ CD track select

Station/CD track scan

Type 2 additional functions

Type 3 additional functions

Push to adjust tone & balance

Push to skip up/down folder

Mode

View genre/Push to skip up/down folder

View radio/CD information

Load CD(s)

AM/Satellite radio

CD PLAYER

To scan tracks on a disc Push “SCAN.” Push again to hold selection. CD Changer (Types 2 and 3)

-To load one disc Push “LOAD” and insert one disc.

-To load multiple discs Push and hold “LOAD” until you hear a beep.

Insert one disc. Shutter will close and then re-open for next disc.

To select a file (MP3/WMA only) Turn “TUNE.FILE.” To select a folder (MP3/WMA only) Push either side of “FOLDER” or

“TYPE/FOLDER.”

RADIO

To preset stations Tune in the desired station and hold down a preset

button (1-6) until you hear a beep. Push desired preset button (1-6) to select. To scan stations Push “SCAN.” Push and hold to scan preset stations. Push again to hold selection.

Steering wheel controls (if equipped)

Volume control

“ ”

-In radio mode Push to select a preset station; push and hold to seek

the next strong station.

-In CD mode Push to skip up or down to next/previous track. “MODE”

Push to turn audio ON and select an audio mode. Push and hold to turn audio system OFF.

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

AUX adapter

Center console

By inserting a mini plug into the AUX audio jack, you can listen to music from a portable audio device through the vehicle’s speaker system while in AUX mode.

FEATURES/OPERATIONS

Door locks

Rear seat entertainment system (if equipped)

Lock

Unlock

Front audio system DVD player DVD screen Remote control A/V input adapter 115V AC Power outlet 115V AC Power outlet ON/OFF switch

Garage door opener (HomeLink®)* (if equipped)

Garage door openers manufactured under license from HomeLink®* can be programmed to operate garage doors, estate gates, security lighting, etc.

Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. For programming assistance, contact the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-800-331-4331, or visit http://www.homelink.com.

* HomeLink®is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls, Inc.

VSC OFF button

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

VSC OFF

The VSC OFF button is used to switch between modes related to the TRAC, VSC and Auto LSD functions.

Refer to Section 2-4 of the Owner’s Manual for more information.

FEATURES/OPERATIONS

Moonroof (if equipped)

Sliding operation Tilting operation

Open

Push once to open/close completely. To stop partway, press switch lightly.

NOTE: If battery is disconnected, the moonroof will need to be reinitialized. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.

Cup holders

Center console

Tilt

Rear (without third seats)

Rear (with third seats)

Second row seat

Third row side trim

Bottle holders

Front doors

Rear doors

Power outlets-12V DC

Auxiliary box Luggage compartment

NOTE: Designed for car accessories. Engine switch must be in the “ACC” or

“ON” position to be used.

OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

Power outlets-115V AC (if equipped)

Inside center console

ON/OFF switch

Push

NOTE: Engine switch must be in the “ON” position to be used.

SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES

Doors-Child safety locks

Rear door

Moving the lever to “LOCK” will allow the door to be opened only from the outside.

Seat belts

Take up slack

Too high

Keep as low on hips as possible

If belt is fully extended, then retracted even slightly, it cannot be re-extended beyond that point, unless fully retracted again. This feature is used to help hold child restraint systems securely.

To find more information about seat belts, and how to install a child restraint system, refer to the Owner’s Manual.

Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor

Push up or squeeze lock release to lower

Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System

If tire pressure becomes critically low on any of the tires (including the spare), indicator light will come on. Correctly adjusting tire inflation will turn off the light after a few minutes. If the light does not turn off, have the system checked by your Toyota dealer.

Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.

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