automatic transmission fluid TOYOTA 4RUNNER 2013 N280 / 5.G Owners Manual

258 2-4. Using other driving systems
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■Crawl Control is temp orarily canceled when
Vehicle speed exceeds 15 mph (25 km/h). The Crawl Control indicator
flashes until the vehicle speed is reduced.
■ Automatic system cancelation
In the following situations, the system will cease operation and a buzzer will
sound to alert the driver. The Crawl Control indicator will flash until the sys-
tem is turned off completely.
● When the shift lever is shifted to P or N
● When the front-wheel drive control lever or switch is shifted to H4
● When the driver’s door is opened
● When the system is malfunctioning
● When the brake system overheats
Stop the vehicle in a safe place. (There is no problem with continuing
normal driving.)
● When the automatic transmission system overheats
Stop the vehicle in a safe place until the automatic transmission fluid tem-
perature warning light goes off.
■ Sounds and vibrations caused by the Crawl Control system
● A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engine is
started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indi-
cate that a malfunction has occurred in Crawl Control system.
● Either of the following conditions may occur when the Crawl Control sys-
tem is operating. None of these indicates that a malfunction has
occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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ItemsParts and tools
Fuses
(P. 560)• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
Light bulbs (P. 570)
• Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver
• Wrench
Power steering fluid level (P. 535)
• Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON® II or III
• Rag or paper towel
• Clean funnel
Radiator and condenser (P. 532)
Tire inflation pressure ( P. 548)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid (P. 540)
• Water or washer fluid containing
antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)

536 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Checking the fluid level
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
Clean all dirt off the reservoir.
Remove the cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinstall the cap and remove it again.
Check the fluid level.
Fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
ItemsRag or paper, clean funnel (only for adding fluid)
CAUTION
■When checking the reservoir
Take care as the reservoir may be hot.
NOTICE
■When adding fluid
Avoid overfilling, or the power steering may be damaged.
■ After replacing the reservoir cap
Check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or
damage.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5

594 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Power steering warning lightIndicates a malfunction in the power steering system
Unengaged “Park” warning light (if equipped) Indicates a malfunction in the transmission “Park” mech-
anism.
KDSS warning light (if equipped) Indicates a malfunction in KDSS
(Flashes) Automatic running boards indicator light (if
equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in Automatic running boards
(Flashes) Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning
light
Indicates a malfunction in the automatic transmission
system
Warning lightWarning light/Details

596 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Tire pressure warning
light
When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pressure
such as
• Natural causes (P. 602)
• Flat tire ( P. 607) Adjust the tire inflation
pressure (including the
spare tire) to the specified
level.
The light will turn off after
a few minutes. In case
the light does not turn off
even if the tire inflation
pressure is adjusted,
have the system checked
by your Toyota dealer.
When the light comes on
after blinking for 1 minute:
Malfunction in the tire
pressure warning system
(  P. 603) Have the system checked
by your Toyota dealer.
(Comes on)Automatic transmission
fluid temperature warning
light
Indicates that the auto-
matic transmission fluid
temperature is too high Stop the vehicle in a safe
place and shift the shift
lever to P.
If the light does not go off,
contact your Toyota dealer.
(Canada) Low windshield washer
fluid warning light
Low level of washer fluid Fill the tank.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure

646 6-1. Specifications
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Automatic transmission
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, con-tact your Toyota dealer.
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N, 50kgf) while the engine is running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67 lbf (300 N, 30kgf).
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 “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause
deterioration in shift quality, locking up of the transmission accompanied by
vibration and, ultimately, damage to the vehicle’s transmission.
Pedal clearance*13.62 in. (92 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

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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Chassis lubrication
Steering
Tires and wheels
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
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II
or III
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 torque81 ft•lbf (110 N•m, 11.2 kgf•m)

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Alphabetical index
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Safety Connect ........................ 499
Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt ............ 86
Automatic Locking
Retractor .............................. 88
Child restraint system
installation .......................... 146
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belts...................... 512
Emergency Locking Retractor .............................. 88
How to wear your seat belt ..... 86
How your child should wear
the seat belt ......................... 89
Pregnant women,
proper seat belt use ............. 88
Reminder light ...................... 595
Seat belt extenders ................ 89
Seat belt pretensioners .......... 87
Seat heaters ............................. 474
Seating capacity ...................... 288
Seats Adjustment ....................... 68, 72
Adjustment precautions .... 71, 82
Child seats/child restraint system installation.............. 146
Cleaning ............................... 511
Head restraints ....................... 83
Properly sitting in the seat .... 119
Seat heaters ......................... 474
Service reminder
indicators .............................. 193 Shift lever
Automatic transmission .........179
Front-wheel drive ..................236
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................622
Shift lock system .....................622
Side airbags..............................121
Side marker lights Replacing light bulbs .............570
Switch....................................203
Wattage .................................648
Side mirrors
Adjusting and folding ...............96
Slide deck .................................489
Smart key system Entry function ..........................35
Starting the engine ................173
“SOS” button............................499
Spare tire
Inflation pressure...................647
Storage location ....................607
Spark plug ................................643
Specifications...........................638
Speech command switch ........413
Speedometer ............................186
Steering
Column lock release......171, 176
Fluid ......................................535
Steering wheel Adjustment ..............................93
Audio switches ......................385
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs .............570
Wattage .................................648S

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Alphabetical index
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Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 570
Switch ................................... 183
Wattage ................................ 648
Valet key..................................... 32
Vanity lights Vanity lights .......................... 458
Wattage ................................ 648
Vanity mirrors .......................... 458
Vehicle data recordings............ 25
Vehicle identification number................................... 639
Vehicle stability control .......... 268
VSC ........................................... 268
Warning buzzers
Brake system........................ 591
Key reminder ........................ 601
Open door ........................... 595
Open moon roof reminder .... 601
Seat belt reminder ................ 595
Warning lights
Anti-lock brake system ......... 593
Automatic transmission fluid temperature ................ 596
Brake system........................ 591
Charging system .... .............. 592
Engine oil pressure............... 592
KDSS.................................... 594
Low fuel level........................ 595
Low washer fluid................... 596
Maintenance required
reminder light ..................... 595
Malfunction indicator lamp.... 592
Open door ............................ 595
Power steering ..................... 594
Pretensioners ....................... 592
Seat belt reminder ................ 595
Smart key system ... .............. 599
SRS airbags ......................... 592
Tire pressure ........................ 596 Unengaged “Park” .................594
Washer Checking ...............................540
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................290
Switch............................211, 214
Washing and waxing ...............508
Weight Cargo capacity ......................282
Load limits .............................288
Weight ...................................638
Wheels ......................................552
Window glasses ................98, 101
Window lock switch ...................98
Windows
Power back window ..............101
Power windows .......................98
Rear window defogger ..........331
Washer ..........................211, 214
Windshield wiper de-icer.........333
Windshield wipers ...................211
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............557
Wireless remote control key ....49
WMA disc ..................................357
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702 What to do if...
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■Warning lights
P. 592
or
P. 5 9 1P. 592
P. 5 9 2P. 595
P. 5 9 2P. 595
P. 595
or
P. 5 9 2P. 595
P. 5 9 2P. 595
P. 5 9 5P. 592, 595
P. 595
or
P. 5 9 2P. 599
P. 5 9 2P. 592
Brake system warning
lightUnengaged “Park”
warning light
Power steering warning
light
Charging system warn-
ing lightLow fuel level warning
light
Low engine oil pressure
warning lightDriver’s seat belt
reminder light
Malfunction indicator
lampFront passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
Maintenance required
reminder light
SRS warning lightLow windshield washer fluid
warning light
Open door warning lightAutomatic transmission fluid temper-
ature warning light
ABS warning lightTire pressure warning
light
Smart key system warn-
ing light
Cruise control indicator
light
*1KDSS warning light