fuel cap TOYOTA 4RUNNER 2016 N280 / 5.G Owners Manual

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4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B23U)4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle ............. 158
Cargo and luggage............ 168
Vehicle load limits ............. 173
Trailer towing..................... 174
Dinghy towing.................... 190
4-2. Driving procedures
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles without
a smart key system) ........ 191
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles with
a smart key system) ........ 194
Automatic transmission ..... 199
Turn signal lever................ 202
Parking brake .................... 203
4-3. Operating the lights
and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 204
Fog light switch ................. 210
Windshield wipers and
washer ............................ 212
Rear window wiper and
washer ............................ 2154-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap................................... 218
4-5. Using the driving
support systems
Cruise control .................... 221
Intuitive parking assist ....... 225
Four-wheel drive
system (part-time
4WD models)................... 231
Four-wheel drive
system (full-time
4WD models)................... 235
Active traction control
system ............................. 239
AUTO LSD system ............ 241
Rear differential lock
system ............................. 243
Downhill assist control
system ............................. 246
Crawl Control ..................... 249
Multi-terrain Select............. 252
Driving assist systems ....... 259
4-6. Driving tips
Winter driving tips .............. 268
Off-road precautions .......... 272
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Pictorial index
Pictorial index
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Exterior
Side doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 96
Locking/unlocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 96
Opening/closing the door glasses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 145
Locking/unlocking by using the mechanical key
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Warning lights/warning messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 415, 423
Back door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 114
Locking/unlocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 114
Opening/closing the door glasses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 148
Warning lights/warning messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 415, 422
Outside rear view mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 143
Adjusting the mirror angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 143
Folding the mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 143
Defogging the mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 280, 286
Windshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 212
Precautions against winter season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 268
Fuel filler door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 218
Refueling method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 218
Fuel type/fuel tank capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P. 460
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4RUNNER (U)_(OM35B23U)4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle ............. 158
Cargo and luggage ........... 168
Vehicle load limits ............. 173
Trailer towing..................... 174
Dinghy towing ................... 190
4-2. Driving procedures
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles without a
smart key system) ........... 191
Engine (ignition) switch
(vehicles with a
smart key system) ........... 194
Automatic transmission ..... 199
Turn signal lever................ 202
Parking brake .................... 203
4-3. Operating the lights
and wipers
Headlight switch ................ 204
Fog light switch ................. 210
Windshield wipers
and washer ..................... 212
Rear window wiper
and washer ..................... 215
4-4. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank
cap .................................. 2184-5. Using the driving
support systems
Cruise control .................... 221
Intuitive parking assist....... 225
Four-wheel drive
system (part-time
4WD models) .................. 231
Four-wheel drive
system (full-time
4WD models) .................. 235
Active traction control
system ............................ 239
AUTO LSD system............ 241
Rear differential lock
system ............................ 243
Downhill assist control
system ............................ 246
Crawl Control .................... 249
Multi-terrain Select ............ 252
Driving assist systems ...... 259
4-6. Driving tips
Winter driving tips ............. 268
Off-road precautions ......... 272

1684-1. Before driving
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Cargo and luggage
Take notice of the following information about storage precau-
tions, cargo capacity and load:
●Stow cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment whenever
possible.
●Be sure all items are secured in place.
●To maintain vehicle balance while driving, position luggage evenly
within the luggage compartment.
●For better fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary weight.

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4-4. Refueling
●Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position and ensure that all
the doors and windows are closed.
●Confirm the type of fuel.
■Fuel types
P. 470
■Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your vehicle has a fuel tank opening that
only accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
Opening the fuel tank cap
Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap:
Before refueling the vehicle

2194-4. Refueling
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CAUTION
■When refueling the vehicle
Observe the following precautions while refueling the vehicle. Failure to do
so may result in death or serious injury.
●After exiting the vehicle and before opening the fuel door, touch an
unpainted metal surface to discharge any static electricity. It is important to
discharge static electricity before refueling because sparks resulting from
static electricity can cause fuel vapors to ignite while refueling.
●Always hold the grips on the fuel tank cap and turn it slowly to remove it.
A whooshing sound may be heard when the fuel tank cap is loosened.
Wait until the sound cannot be heard before fully removing the cap. In hot
weather, pressurized fuel may spray out the filler neck and cause injury.
●Do not allow anyone that has not discharged static electricity from their
body to come close to an open fuel tank.
●Do not inhale vaporized fuel.
Fuel contains substances that are harmful if inhaled.
●Do not smoke while refueling the vehicle.
Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite and cause a fire.
●Do not return to the vehicle or touch any person or object that is statically
charged.
This may cause static electricity to build up, resulting in a possible ignition
hazard.
■When refueling
Observe the following precautions to prevent fuel overflowing from the fuel
tank:
●Securely insert the fuel nozzle into the fuel filler neck.
●Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off.
●Do not top off the fuel tank.
NOTICE
■Refueling
Do not spill fuel during refueling.
Doing so may damage the vehicle, such as causing the emission control
system to operate abnormally or damaging fuel system components or the
vehicle’s painted surface.

2204-4. Refueling
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Open the fuel filler door.
Turn the fuel tank cap slowly to
open. Hang the fuel tank cap on
the back of the fuel filler door.
After refueling, turn the fuel tank
cap until you hear a click. Once
the cap is released, it will turn
slightly in the opposite direction.
Opening the fuel tank cap
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Closing the fuel tank cap
CAUTION
■When replacing the fuel tank cap
Do not use anything but a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap designed for your
vehicle. Doing so may cause a fire or other incident which may result in
death or serious injury.

3456-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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The OBD system determines that a problem exists somewhere in the
emission control system. Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test and
may need to be repaired. Contact your Toyota dealer to service the
vehicle.
●When the battery is disconnected or discharged
Readiness codes that are set during ordinary driving are erased.
Also, depending on your driving habits, the readiness codes may
not be completely set.
●When the fuel tank cap is loose
The malfunction indicator lamp comes on indicating a temporary
malfunction and your vehicle may not pass the I/M test.
The error code in the OBD system will not be cleared unless the vehi-
cle is driven 40 or more times.
Contact your Toyota dealer to prepare the vehicle for re-testing.
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs
Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which
include OBD (On Board Diagnostics) checks. The OBD system
monitors the operation of the emission control system.
If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on
Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test in the following situations:
When the malfunction indicator lamp still remains on after sev-
eral driving trips
If your vehicle does not pass the I/M test

3726-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Tire valve
Tire pressure gauge
Remove the tire valve cap.
Press the tip of the tire pressure gauge onto the tire valve.
Read the pressure using the gauge gradations.
If the tire inflation pressure is not at the recommended level, adjust
the pressure.
If you add too much air, press the center of the valve to deflate.
After completing the tire inflation pressure measurement and
adjustment, apply soapy water to the valve and check for leakage.
Put the tire valve cap back on.
■Tire inflation pressure check interval
You should check tire inflation pressure every two weeks, or at least once
a month.
Do not forget to check the spare.
■Effects of incorrect tire inflation pressure
Driving with incorrect tire inflation pressure may result in the following:
●Reduced fuel economy
●Reduced driving comfort and poor handling
●Reduced tire life due to wear
●Reduced safety
●Damage to the drive train
If a tire needs frequent inflating, have it checked by your Toyota dealer.
Inspection and adjustment procedure
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4177-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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*1: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven at a speed of approximately 3
mph (5 km/h) or more.
*2: Open door warning buzzer:
The open door warning buzzer sounds to alert one or more of the doors is
not fully closed (with the vehicle having reached a speed of 3 mph [5 km/h]).
*3: Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt buzzer:
The driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the
driver and front passenger that
his or her seat belt is not fastened. The
buzzer sounds intermittently for 10 seconds after the vehicle reaches a
speed of 12 mph (20 km/h). Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the
buzzer will sound in a different tone for 20 more seconds.
■SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front impact
sensors, side impact sensors (front door), side impact sensors (rear), safing
sensor (rear), driver's seat belt buckle switch, front passenger occupant clas-
sification system (ECU and sensors), “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights, front passenger's seat belt buckle switch, seat belt preten-
sioners, airbags, interconnecting wiring and power sources. (P. 3 5 )
■Key reminder buzzer (vehicles without a smart key system)
The buzzer indicates that the key has not been removed with the engine off
and the driver’s door opened.
■Open moon roof reminder buzzer (if equipped)
The buzzer indicates that the moon roof is not fully closed with the engine off
and the driver’s door opened.
■Front passenger detection sensor, passenger seat belt reminder and
warning buzzer
●If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detec-
tion sensor may cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to
sound even if a passenger is not sitting in the seat.
●If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passenger,
and the warning light may not operate properly.
■If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following:
●Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.
●Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The light will go off after several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer
as soon as possible.