brake TOYOTA 4RUNNER 2010 N280 / 5.G Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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1-1. Key informationKeys ..................................... 30
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Smart key system................. 33
Wireless remote control ....... 47
Side doors ............................ 51
Back door ............................. 56
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats ........................... 61
Rear seats ............................ 65
Head restraints ..................... 76
Seat belts ............................. 79
Steering wheel ..................... 86
Inside rear view mirror.......... 87
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 89
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows .................... 91
Power back window ............. 94
Moon roof ............................. 98
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap ................................... 102 1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system .............................. 106
Alarm .................................. 109
Theft prevention labels (for U. S. A.) ..................... 111
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ....... 112
SRS airbags ....................... 114
Front passenger occupant classification system ......... 129
Child restraint systems ....... 135
Installing child restraints ..... 139
2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle .............. 154
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a
smart key system) ............ 164
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with a smart
key system) ...................... 167
Automatic transmission ...... 173
Turn signal lever ................. 179
Parking brake ..................... 180
Horn .................................... 181
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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Headlight switch
Turn signal lever
Fog light switch

P. 198
P. 179
P. 204
Windshield wiper and washer switch
Rear window wiper and washer switch P. 205
P. 207
Gauges and meters P. 182
Glove box
P. 417
Hood lock release lever P. 494
CTHPIAS059
Accessory meter
Compass
Clock
Outside temperature display P. 194
P. 450
P. 431
P. 433
Parking brake pedal P. 180
Emergency flasher switch
P. 554
Shift lever P. 173
Audio sytem
Navigation system
*1
P. 313
USB adapter
P. 348
Power outlets
P. 436
Bottle holders P. 427

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Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle may
affect electronic systems such as the multi-port fuel injection system/sequen-
tial multi-port fuel injection system, cruise control system, anti-lock brake
system, SRS airbag system and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to
check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instruc-
tions regarding installation.
Scrapping of your Toyota
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain
explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt
pretensioners left as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be
sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner
removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Toyota
dealer before you scrap your vehicle.
Perchlorate Material
Special handling may apply,
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These compo-
nents may include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote con-
trol batteries.

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■Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
■ Battery-saving function
In the following circumstances, the entry function is disabled in order to pre-
vent the vehicle battery from discharging and the electronic key battery from
depleting.
● When the entry function has not been used for 5 days or more
● When the electronic key has been left within approximately 6 ft. (2 m) of
the vehicle for 10 minutes or more
● If the entry function has not been used for 14 days or more, the vehicle
cannot be unlocked by a door other than the driver's door. To unlock the
vehicle, grip the driver's door handle or use the wireless remote control
or the mechanical key.
The system will resume operation when
● The vehicle is locked using the door handle lock switch when carrying the
electronic key on your person.
● The vehicle is locked/unlocked using the wireless remote control.
(P. 4 7 )
● The vehicle is locked/unlocked using the mechanical key. ( P. 596)
AlarmSituationCorrection procedure
Interior alarm
sounds once. The “ENGINE START
STOP” switch was pressed
after the doors were
unlocked with the mechan-
ical key.
Touch the electronic
key to the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch
while depressing the
brake pedal.
The “ENGINE START
STOP” switch was pressed
two consecutive times
without the electronic key
being present.

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CAUTION
■When folding the rear seatbacks down
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
● Do not fold the seatbacks down while driving.
● Stop the vehicle on level ground, set the parking brake and shift the shift
lever to P.
● Do not allow anyone to sit on a folded seatback or in the luggage compart-
ment while driving.
● Do not allow children to enter the luggage compartment.
■ Seat adjustment
To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision, do not
recline the seat more than necessary.
If the seat is too reclined, the lap belt may slide past the hips and apply
restraint forces directly to the abdomen, or your neck may contact the shoul-
der belt, increasing the risk of death or serious injury in the event of\
an acci-
dent.
Adjustments should not be made while driving as the seat may unexpectedly
move and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
■ After returning the rear seatback to the upright position
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
● Make sure the seatback is securely locked by pushing it forward and rear-
ward on the top.
● Check that the seat belts are not twisted or caught in the seatback.
NOTICE
■Stowing the seat belts
The seat belts and the buckles must be stowed before you fold down the
rear seatbacks.

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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle............ 154
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a
smart key system).......... 164
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with a smart
key system).................... 167
Automatic transmission .... 173
Turn signal lever .............. 179
Parking brake ................... 180
Horn ................................. 181
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ......... 182
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 189
Accessory meter .............. 194
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ............... 198
Fog light switch ................ 204
Windshield wipers and washer ........................... 205
Rear window wiper and washer ........................... 207 2-4. Using other driving
systems
Cruise control ................... 209
Intuitive parking assist...... 213
Rear view monitor system (rear view
mirror-attached type) ..... 218
Four-wheel drive system (part-time 4WD
models) .......................... 223
Four-wheel drive system (full-time 4WD
models) .......................... 226
Active traction control system ........................... 230
AUTO LSD system (2WD models) ................ 232
Rear differential lock system ........................... 235
Downhill assist control system ........................... 238
Crawl Control ................... 241
Multi-terrain Select ........... 245
Driving assist systems ..... 253
2-5. Driving information Off-road precautions ........ 262
Cargo and luggage .......... 267
Vehicle load limits ............ 273
Winter driving tips ............ 275
Trailer towing ................... 280
Dinghy towing .................. 293

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Driving the vehicle
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driv-
ing:
■ Starting the engine
P. 164, 167
■ Driving
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to D.
( P. 173)
Release the parking brake. ( P. 180)
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
■ Stopping
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift
the shift lever to P or N. ( P. 173)
■Parking the vehicle
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
Set the parking brake. ( P. 180)
Shift the shift lever to P. ( P. 173)
If parking on a hill, block the wheels as needed.
Vehicles without a smart key system:
Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position to stop the
engine.
Vehicles with a smart key system:
Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to stop the
engine.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your
person.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
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STEP 2
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STEP 2
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Starting off on a steep uphill
Make sure that the parking brake is set and shift the shift lever
to D.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
Release the parking brake.
■Driving in the rain
● Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the
windows may become fogged-up, and the road will be slippery.
● Drive carefully when it starts to rain, because the road surface will be
especially slippery.
● Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain,
because there may be a layer of water between the tires and the road
surface, preventing the steering and brakes from operating properly.
■ Breaking in your new Toyota
To extend the life of the vehicle, observing the following precautions is rec-
ommended:
● For the first 200 miles (300 km):
Avoid sudden stops.
● For the first 500 miles (800 km):
Do not tow a trailer.
● For the first 1000 miles (1600 km):
• Do not drive at extremely high speeds.
• Avoid sudden acceleration.
• Do not drive continuously in the low gears.
• Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods.
■ Drum-in-disc type parking brake system
Your vehicle has a drum-in-disc type parking brake system. This type of
brake system needs bedding-down of the brake shoes periodically or when-
ever the parking brake shoes and/or drum are replaced. Have your Toyota
dealer perform the bedding down operation.
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■Operating your vehicle in a foreign country
Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability
of the correct fuel. ( P. 613)
CAUTION
■When starting the vehicle
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine run-
ning. This prevents the vehicle from creeping.
■ When driving the vehicle
● Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with the location of the brake and accel-
erator pedals to avoid depressing the wrong pedal.
• Accidentally depressing the accelerator pedal instead of the brake
pedal will result in sudden acceleration that may lead to an accident
that could result in death or serious injury.
• When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to a diffi-
culty in operating the pedals. Make sure to operate the pedals properly.
• Make sure to keep a correct driving posture even when moving the vehicle only slightly. This allows you to depress the brake and acceler-
ator pedals properly.
• Depress the brake pedal using your right foot. Depressing the brake pedal using your left foot may delay response in an emergency, result-
ing in an accident.
● Do not drive the vehicle over or st op the vehicle near flammable materials.
The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. These hot
parts may cause a fire if there is any flammable material nearby.
● Do not let the vehicle roll backward while the shift lever is in a driving posi-
tion, or roll forward while the shift lever is in R.
Doing so may cause the engine to stall or lead to poor brake and steering
performance, resulting in an accident or damage to the vehicle.
● If the smell of exhaust is noticed inside the vehicle, open the windows and
check that the back door is closed. Large amounts of exhaust in the vehi-
cle can cause driver drowsiness and an accident, resulting in death or a
serious health hazard. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
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CAUTION
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Do not shift the shift lever to P while the vehicle is moving.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle\
control.
● Do not shift the shift lever to R while the vehicle is moving forward.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle\
control.
● Do not shift the shift lever to D while the vehicle is moving backward.
Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle\
control.
● Moving the shift lever to N while the vehicle is moving will disengage the
engine from the transmission. Engine braking is not available when N is
selected.
● During normal driving, do not turn off the engine. Turning the engine off
while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, but the
power assist to these systems will be lost. This will make it more difficult to
steer and brake, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it
is safe to do so.
However, in the event of an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible
to stop the vehicle in the normal way: P. 565
● Use engine braking (downshift) to maintain a safe speed when driving
down a steep hill.
Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose
effectiveness. ( P. 175)
● Do not adjust the positions of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or
outside rear view mirrors while driving.
Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control that can cause accidents,
resulting in death or serious injury.
● Always check that all passengers’ arms, heads or other parts of their body
are not outside the vehicle, as this may result in death or serious injury.
● Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the legal speed limit per-
mits it, do not drive over 85 mph (140 km/h) unless your vehicle has high-
speed capability tires. Driving over 85 mph (140 km/h) may result in tire
failure, loss of control and possible injury. Be sure to consult a tire dealer
to determine whether the tires on your vehicle are high-speed capability
tires or not before driving at such speeds.