TOYOTA 4RUNNER 2018 Owners Manual (in English)

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Back-up lights
Open the back door and
remove the cover.
To prevent damage to the vehi-
cle, cover the tip of the screw-
driver with a rag.
Turn the bulb base counter-
clockwise.
Remove the light bulb.
When installing, reve rse the steps listed.
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2
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License plate lights
Remove the screws and
lens.
Remove the light bulb.
When installing, reve rse the steps listed.
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2
3

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Replacing the following bulbs
If any of the lights listed below
has burnt out, have it replaced by
your Toyota dealer.
● Fog light (right side)
● Side turn signal lights
● Stop/tail lights
● Rear side marker lights
● High mounted stoplight
● Outer foot lights (if equipped)
■LED light bulbs
The side turn signal lights, stop/tail lights, rear side marker lights, \
high
mounted stoplight and outer foot lights consist of a number of LEDs. If any
LEDs burn out, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer to have the light
replaced.
■ Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the lens does not indicate a
malfunction. Contact your Toyota dealer for more information in the following
situations:
●Large drops of water have built up on the inside of the lens.
● Water has built up inside the lens.
CAUTION
■Replacing light bulbs
● Turn off the lights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after
turning off the lights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
● Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. When it is
unavoidable to hold the glass portion, use and hold with a clean dry cloth
to avoid getting moisture and oils on the bulb.
Also, if the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.
● Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failure 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.
● Check the wattage of the bulb before installing to prevent heat damage.

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Emergency flashers .......... 406
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ...................... 407
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed ......................... 409
If you think something is wrong .............................. 415
Fuel pump shut off system ............................ 416
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ............................ 417
If a warning message or indicator is displayed ...... 426
If you have a flat tire.......... 433
If the engine will not start ................................. 448
If you cannot operate back door opener ............ 450
If the electronic key does not operate properly........ 451
If the vehicle battery is discharged ...................... 453
If your vehicle overheats ... 457
If the vehicle becomes stuck ............................... 460

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7-1. Essential information
Press the switch.
All the turn signals will flash.
To turn them off, press the switch
once again.
■Emergency flashers
If the emergency flashers are used for a long time while the engine is not
operating, the battery may discharge.
Emergency flashers
The emergency flashers are used to warn other drivers when the
vehicle has to be stopped in th e road due to a breakdown, etc.

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Steadily step on the brake pedal with both feet and firmly depress it.
Do not pump the brake pedal repeatedly as this will increase the effort
required to slow the vehicle.
Shift the shift lever to N.
If the shift lever is shifted to N
After slowing down, stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
Stop the engine.
If the shift lever cannot be shifted to N
Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce vehicle
speed as much as possible.
Vehicles without a smart key
system: Stop the engine by
turning the engine switch to the
“ACC” position.
Vehicles with a smart key sys-
tem: To stop the engine, press
and hold the engine switch for 2
consecutive seconds or more,
or press it briefly 3 times or
more in succession.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency
Only in an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop
the vehicle in the normal way, st op the vehicle using the follow-
ing procedure:
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2
3
4
3
4
Press and hold for 2 seconds or more
or press briefly 3 times or more
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5

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CAUTION
■If the engine has to be turned off while driving
● Power assist for the brakes and steering wheel will be lost, making the
brake pedal harder to depress and the steering wheel heavier to turn.
Decelerate as much as possible before turning off the engine.
● Vehicles without a smart key system:
Never attempt to remove the key, as doing so will lock the steering wheel.

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer or commercial towing service before towing.
● The engine is running but the vehicle does not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Do not tow with a sling-type truck
to prevent body damage.
If your vehicle needs to be towed
If towing is necessary, we re commend having your vehicle
towed by your Toyota dealer or commercial towing service,
using a wheel-lift type truck or flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/
provincial and local laws.
Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing
Towing with a sling-type truck

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If your vehicle is transported by a
flatbed truck, it should be tied
down at the locations shown in the
illustration.
If you use chains or cables to tie
down your vehicle, the angles
shaded in black must be 45°.
Do not overly tighten the tie
downs or the vehicle may be dam-
aged.
Towing with a wheel-lift type truck
From the frontFrom the rear
Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheels. Use a towing dolly under the
front wheels.
Using a flatbed truck