TOYOTA 4RUNNER 2021 Owners Manual (in English)

5218-1. Specifications
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Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier
for
your vehicle. This is the primary identification number for you r
Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle.
This number is stamped on the
top left of the instrument panel.
This number is also on the Cer-
tification Label.
■Engine number
The engine number is stamped
on the engine block as shown.
Vehicle identification

5228-1. Specifications
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Engine
Model1GR-FE
Ty p e6-cylinder V type, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke3.70  3.74 in. (94.0  95.0 mm)
Displacement241.4 cu.in. (3956 cm3)
Valve clearance
(engine cold)Automatic adjustment
Drive belt tensionAutomatic adjustment
Fuel
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only
Octane rating87 (Research octane number 91) or
higher
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)23.0 gal. (87.0 L, 19.1 Imp. gal.)

5238-1. Specifications
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*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing
the engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes,
and check the oil level on the dipstick.
■
Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Toyota vehicle. Use
Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to sat -
isfy the following grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice
for good fuel economy and
good starting in cold weather.
If SAE 0W-20 is not available,
SAE 5W-20 oil may be used.
However, it must be replaced
with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil
change.
Oil viscosity (0W-20 is expl ained here as an example):
• The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows cold startability. Oils wi th a lower value before the W allow
for easier starting of the engine in cold weather.
• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the vi scosity characteristic of the oil
when the oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher visco sity
(one with a higher value) may be better suited if the vehicle i s
operated at high speeds, or un der extreme load conditions.
Lubrication system
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill  reference
*)
With filter
Without filter6.6 qt. (6.2 L, 5.5 Imp. qt.)
6.0 qt. (5.7 L, 5.0 Imp. qt.)
Outside temperature

5248-1. Specifications
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How to read oil container label:
The International Lubricant Specification Advisory Committee
(ILSAC) Certification Mark is added to some oil containers to help
you select the o il you should use.
Cooling system
Capacity11.1 qt. (10.5 L, 9.2 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following:
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• A similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-
nitrite, and non-borate coolant with
long-life hybrid organic acid technol-
ogy
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
Spark plug
Make
GapDENSO SK16HR11
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■ Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark pl ug gap.

5258-1. Specifications
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*: Voltage checked 20 minutes after the engine and all the lights are turned
off.
*: Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Transfer Ge ar oil LF” at
the factory. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Transfer Gear oil LF” or
an equivalent of matching quality to satisfy the above specific ation. Please
contact your Toyota dealer for further details.
Electrical system
Battery
Open voltage* at
68 F (20 C):12.3 V or higher
If the voltage is lower than the standard
value, charge the battery.
Charging rates5 A max.
Transfer (4WD models)
Oil capacity
Part-time 4WD models
1.1 qt. (1.0 L, 0.9 Imp. qt.)
Full-time 4WD models
1.5 qt. (1.4 L, 1.2 Imp. qt.)
Oil type*Toyota Genuine Transfer gear oil LF or
equivalent
Recommended oil viscositySAE 75W

5268-1. Specifications
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*: Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at
the factory. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or
an equivalent of matching quality to satisfy the above specific ation. Please
contact your Toyota dealer for further details.
*: Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differentia l Gear Oil” at
the factory. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or
an equivalent of matching quality to satisfy the above specific ation. Please
contact your Toyota dealer for further details.
Front differential (4WD models)
Oil capacity
Part-time 4WD models
1.6 qt. (1.55 L, 1.4 Imp. qt.)
Full-time 4WD models
1.5 qt. (1.40 L, 1.2 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosity*Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
Rear differential
Oil capacity
Vehicles without a rear differential lock
2.9 qt. (2.70 L, 2.4 Imp. qt.)
Vehicles with a rear differential lock
2.8 qt. (2.65 L, 2.3 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosity*Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent

5278-1. Specifications
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*: 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 l bf (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 ab normal
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

5288-1. Specifications
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Chassis lubrication
Propeller shafts
SpiderLithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2
Slide yoke
Molybdenum-disulfide lithium base chas-
sis grease, NLGI No.2 or lithium base
chassis grease, NLGI No.2
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II
or III
Tires and wheels
Tire sizeP265/70R17 113S, P245/60R20 107H
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)
Front:
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Rear:
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare:
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size17  7J, 17  7 1/2J, 20  7J
Wheel nut torque
Steel wheels:
83 ft•lbf (112 N•m, 11.4 kgf•m)
Aluminum wheels:
76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

5298-1. Specifications
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Light bulbs
Light bulbsBulb No.WTy p e
Exterior
Headlight high beam (if
equipped) /daytime running
lights
900560A
Front turn signal and parking
lights7444NA28/8C
Front side marker lights5B
Rear turn signal lights21C
Back-up lights16B
License plate lights5B
Interior
Front personal/ front interior
lights5B
Rear interior light8D
Vanity lights8B
Door courtesy lights1685B
Luggage compartment lights8D
A: HB3 halogen bulbs
B: Wedge base bulbs (clear)C: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
D: Double end bulbs

5308-1. Specifications
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■Gasoline quality
In very few cases, driveability problems may be caused by the b rand of gaso-
line you are using. If driveability problems persist, try changing the brand of
gasoline. If this does not correct the problem, consult your To yota dealer.
Fuel information
You must only use unleaded gasoline.
Select octane rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher.
Use of unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than 87
may result in engine knocking. Persistent knocking can lead to
engine damage.
At minimum, the gasoline you use should meet the specifications of
ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A..