TOYOTA 4RUNNER 2009 N280 / 5.G Owners Manual

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Maintenance and care
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License plate lights
Remove the screws and cover.
Remove the light bulb.

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■High mounted stoplight (vehic les without rear spoiler)
Disconnect the clips by using a
flathead screwdriver which is
wrapped with a cloth.
Clips
Turn the bulb base counterclock-
wise.
Remove the light bulb.

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Maintenance and care
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Lights other than the above
If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have it replaced by
your Toyota dealer.
• Stop/tail and rear side marker lights
• High mounted stoplight (vehicles with rear spoiler)
■ Condensation build-up on th e inside of the lens
Contact your Toyota dealer for more information in the following situations.
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does
not indicate a malfunction.
● Large drops of water are built up on the inside of the lens.
● Water has built up inside the headlight.
■ LED lights
The stop/tail and rear side marker lights, and high mounted stoplight (vehi-
cles with the rear spoiler) consist of a number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs
burn out, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer to have the light replaced.
If two or more LEDs in a stop light burn out, your vehicle may not conform to
local laws (SAE).
CAUTION
■Replacing light bulbs
●Turn off the headlights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately
after turning off the headlights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
● Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and require special handling.
Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. Hold the
bulb by the plastic or metal portion.
If the bulb is scratched or dropped it may blow out or crack.
● Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failing to do so
may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This
may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
■ To prevent damage or fire
Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.

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When trouble arises5
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5-1. Essential informationEmergency 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

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Emergency flashers
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the emergency flashers on longer than necessary when the
engine is not running.
Use the emergency flashers if th e vehicle malfunctions or is
involved in an accident.
Press the switch to flash all
the turn signal lights. To turn
them off, press the switch
once again.

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towingThe following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer before towing.
● The engine is running, but the vehicle will not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available, in an emergency your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency
towing eyelet. This should only attempted on hard, surfaced roads for
short distances at low speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The
vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in
good condition.
Towing eyelet
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
your Toyota dealer or a commerci al towing service, using a lift-type
truck or a flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all to wing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.
The wheels and axle on the groun d must be in good condition.
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.

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■Emergency towin g procedure
The engine switch must be in the ACC (engine off) or the ON
(engine running) position.
4WD models:
On multi-mode 4WD models, put the four-wheel drive control switch
in H2.
On full-time 4WD models, unlock the center differential.
Put the shift lever in N.
Release the parking brake.
CAUTION
■ Caution while towing
●Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle.
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive
stress on the emergency towing eyelet and the cables or chains.
● If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering
will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the four wheels on the ground.
This may cause serious damage to the transmission.
■ Emergency towing eyelet precautions
● Before emergency towing, check that the eyelet is not broken or damaged.
● Fasten the towing cable or chain securely to the eyelet.
● Do not jerk the eyelet. Apply steady and even force.
● To avoid damaging the eyelet, do not pull from the side or at a vertical
angle. Always pull straight ahead.

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Towing with a sling-type truck
Towing with a wheel lift-type truck from the front
Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheels.
NOTICE
■To prevent body damage
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.
NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious da mage to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle wheels on the ground.

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Towing with a wheel lift-type truck from the rear2WD models Turn the engine switch to the
ACC position.
4WD models Full-time 4WD models: Use a
towing dolly under the front
wheels.
Multi-mode 4WD models: When
not using a towing dolly, turn the
engine switch to the ACC posi-
tion, shift the shift lever to N and
put the four-wheel drive control
switch in H2.
NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission (4WD models)
Never tow this vehicle wheels on the ground.
■ To prevent damaging the vehicle
●Do not tow the vehicle with the key removed or in the LOCK position.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheel
straight.
● When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at
the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the
vehicle could be damaged while being towed.