Toyota 4Runner (2020 year). Instruction - part 33

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Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the tires to help
provide traction.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to D or R position and carefully apply the accel-
erator to free the vehicle.

Turn off TRAC and VSC if these functions are hampering your attempts to
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If the vehicle becomes stuck

Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:

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When attempting to free a stuck vehicle

If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the
surrounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.

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When shifting the shift lever

Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This  may  lead  to  unexpected  rapid  acceleration  of  the  vehicle  that  may
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.

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To avoid damaging the transmission and other components

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Avoid  spinning  the  wheels  and  depressing  the  accelerator  pedal  more
than necessary.

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If  the  vehicle  remains  stuck even  after  these procedures  are  performed,
the vehicle may require towing to be freed.

●

When a warning message for the automatic transmission fluid temperature
is displayed while attempting to free a stuck vehicle, immediately remove
your foot from the accelerator pedal and wait until the warning message
disappears. Otherwise, the transmission may become damaged. 
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Vehicle specifications

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8-1.  Specifications

Maintenance data 

(fuel, oil level, etc.).......... 522

Fuel information ................ 532
Tire information ................. 535

8-2.  Customization

Customizable features ...... 547

8-3.  Items to initialize

Items to initialize ............... 560

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8-1. Specifications

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: Unladen vehicle

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2

: Without rear differential lock system

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3

: With rear differential lock system

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4

: With 5 occupants

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5

: With 7 occupants

Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)

Dimensions and weights

Overall length

189.8 in. (4820 mm)

Overall width

75.8 in. (1925 mm)

Overall height

 

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70.1 in. (1780 mm)

Wheelbase

109.8 in. (2790 mm)

Tread

Front

63.2 in. (1605 mm)

Rear

63.2 in. (1605 mm)

Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage)

1165 lb. (525 kg) 

*

2

835 lb. (375 kg) 

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3

Trailer weight rating
(trailer weight + cargo weight)

5000 lb. (2270 kg)

Luggage  compartment  load
capacity

970 lb. (445 kg) 

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670 lb. (309 kg) 

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Vehicle identification number

The  vehicle  identification  number  (VIN)  is  the  legal  identifier  for
your  vehicle.  This  is  the  primary  identification  number  for  your
Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle.
This number is stamped on the
top left of the instrument panel.

This number is also on the Cer-
tification Label.

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Engine number

The engine number is stamped
on the engine block as shown.

Vehicle identification

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Engine

Model

1GR-FE

Type

6-cylinder V type, 4-cycle, gasoline

Bore and stroke

3.70 



 3.74 in. (94.0 



 95.0 mm)

Displacement

241.4 cu.in. (3956 cm

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Valve clearance
(engine cold)

Automatic adjustment

Drive belt tension

Automatic adjustment

Fuel

Fuel type

Unleaded gasoline only

Octane rating

87  (Research  octane  number  91)  or
higher

Fuel tank capacity 
(Reference)

23.0 gal. (87.0 L, 19.1 Imp. gal.)

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: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing

the engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes,
and check the oil level on the dipstick.

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Engine oil selection

“Toyota  Genuine  Motor  Oil”  is  used  in  your  Toyota  vehicle.  Use
Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent to sat-
isfy the following grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
SAE  0W-20  is  the  best  choice
for  good  fuel  economy  and
good starting in cold weather.
If  SAE  0W-20  is  not  available,
SAE  5W-20  oil  may  be  used.
However,  it  must  be  replaced
with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil
change.
Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example):

• The  0W  in  0W-20  indicates  the  characteristic  of  the  oil  which

allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow
for easier starting of the engine in cold weather.

• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil

when the oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity
(one  with  a  higher  value)  may  be  better  suited  if  the  vehicle  is
operated at high speeds, or under extreme load conditions.

Lubrication system

Oil capacity
(Drain and refill 



 reference

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With filter
Without filter

6.6 qt. (6.2 L, 5.5 Imp. qt.) 
6.0 qt. (5.7 L, 5.0 Imp. qt.)

Outside temperature

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How to read oil container label: 
The  International  Lubricant  Specification  Advisory  Committee
(ILSAC) Certification Mark is added to some oil containers to help
you select the oil you should use.

Cooling system

Capacity

11.1 qt. (10.5 L, 9.2 Imp. qt.)

Coolant type

Use either of the following:

• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” 
• A similar high-quality ethylene glycol-

based  non-silicate,  non-amine,  non-
nitrite,  and  non-borate  coolant  with
long-life  hybrid  organic  acid  technol-
ogy

Do not use plain water alone.

Ignition system

Spark plug

Make
Gap

DENSO SK16HR11
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)

NOTICE

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Iridium-tipped spark plugs

Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.

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: Voltage checked 20 minutes after the engine and all the lights are turned

off.

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: Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Transfer Gear oil LF” at

the factory. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Transfer Gear oil LF” or
an equivalent of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please
contact your Toyota dealer for further details.

Electrical system

Battery

Open voltage

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 at 

68



F (20

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C):

12.3 V or higher
If  the  voltage  is  lower  than  the  standard
value, charge the battery.

Charging rates

5 A max.

Transfer (4WD models)

Oil capacity



Part-time 4WD models

1.1 qt. (1.0 L, 0.9 Imp. qt.)



Full-time 4WD models

1.5 qt. (1.4 L, 1.2 Imp. qt.)

Oil type

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Toyota  Genuine  Transfer  gear  oil  LF  or
equivalent

Recommended oil viscosity

SAE 75W

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: Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at

the factory. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or
an equivalent of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please
contact your Toyota dealer for further details.

*

: Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at

the factory. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or
an equivalent of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please
contact your Toyota dealer for further details.

Front differential (4WD models)

Oil capacity



Part-time 4WD models

1.6 qt. (1.55 L, 1.4 Imp. qt.)



Full-time 4WD models

1.5 qt. (1.40 L, 1.2 Imp. qt.)

Oil type and viscosity

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Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT 
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent

Rear differential

Oil capacity



Vehicles without a rear differential lock

2.9 qt. (2.70 L, 2.4 Imp. qt.)



Vehicles with a rear differential lock

2.8 qt. (2.65 L, 2.3 Imp. qt.)

Oil type and viscosity

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Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT 
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent

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: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, con-

tact your Toyota dealer.

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: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N,

50 kgf) while the engine is running.

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: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67 lbf (300 N,

30 kgf).

Automatic transmission

Fluid capacity

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11.3 qt. (10.7 L, 9.4 Imp. qt.)

Fluid type

Toyota Genuine ATF WS

NOTICE

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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.

Brakes

Pedal clearance

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2WD models

3.36 in. (86 mm) Min.

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4WD models

3.54 in. (90 mm) Min.

Pedal free play

Less than 0.04 

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 0.24 in. (1 



 6 mm)

Brake pad wear limit

0.04 in. (1.0 mm)

Parking brake lining wear limit

0.04 in. (1.0 mm)

Parking brake pedal travel

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2

5 



 7 clicks

Fluid type

SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3

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Chassis lubrication

Propeller shafts

Spider

Lithium 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

Steering

Free play

Less than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

Power steering fluid type

Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON

® 

II

or III

Tires and wheels

Tire size

P265/70R17 113S, P245/60R20 107H

Tire inflation pressure

(Recommended  cold  tire

inflation pressure)

Front:

32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm

2

 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 size

17 



 7J, 17 

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 7 1/2J, 20 

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 7J

Wheel nut torque

Steel wheels: 

83 ft•lbf (112 N•m, 11.4 kgf•m)

Aluminum wheels: 

76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

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Light bulbs

Light bulbs

Bulb No.

W

Type

Exterior

Headlights

Low beam
High beam and daytime run-
ning lights



9005

55

60

A

B

Front  turn  signal  and  parking
lights

7444NA

28/8

E

Front side marker lights



5

D

Fog lights

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19

C

Rear turn signal lights



21

E

Back-up lights

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16

D

License plate lights



5

D

Interior

Front  personal/  front  interior
lights



5

D

Rear interior light

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8

F

Vanity lights

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8

D

Door courtesy lights

168

5

D

Luggage compartment lights

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F

A: H11 halogen bulbs 

B: HB3 halogen bulbs 

C: H16 halogen bulbs

D: Wedge base bulbs (clear) 

E: Wedge base bulbs (amber) 

F: Double end bulbs

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Gasoline quality

In very few cases, driveability problems may be caused by the brand of gaso-
line you are using. If driveability problems persist, try changing the brand of
gasoline. If this does not correct the problem, consult your Toyota dealer.

Fuel information

You must only use unleaded gasoline.
Select octane rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher.
Use  of  unleaded  gasoline  with  an  octane  rating  lower  than  87
may result in engine knocking. Persistent knocking can lead to
engine damage.

At minimum, the gasoline you use should meet the specifications of
ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A..

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Recommendation of the use of gasoline containing detergent additives

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Toyota recommends the use of gasoline that contains detergent additives to
avoid the build-up of engine deposits.

●

All  gasoline  sold  in  the  U.S.A.  contains  minimum  detergent  additives  to
clean and/or keep clean intake systems, per EPA's lowest additives concen-
tration program.

●

Toyota  strongly  recommends  the  use  of Top Tier  Detergent  Gasoline.  For
more  information  on Top Tier  Detergent  Gasoline  and  a  list  of  marketers,
please go to the official website www.toptiergas.com.

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Recommendation of the use of low emissions gasoline

Gasolines  containing  oxygenates  such  as  ethers  and  ethanol,  as  well  as
reformulated gasolines, are available in some cities. These fuels are typically
acceptable for use, providing they meet other fuel requirements.
Toyota  recommends  these  fuels,  since  the  formulations  allow  for  reduced
vehicle emissions.

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Non-recommendation of the use of blended gasoline

●

If you use gasohol in your vehicle, be sure that it has an octane rating no
lower than 87.

●

Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol.

●

Use only gasoline containing up to 15%
ethanol. 
DO  NOT  use  any  flex-fuel  or  gasoline
that could contain more than 15% etha-
nol,  including  from  any  pump  labeled
E30,  E50,  E85  (which  are  only  some
examples  of  fuel  containing  more  than
15% ethanol).

DO NOT use gasoline 
containing more than 
15% ethanol.

(30% ethanol)

(50% ethanol)

(85% ethanol)

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Non-recommendation of the use of gasoline containing MMT

Some gasoline contains an octane enhancing additive called MMT (Methylcy-
clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Toyota  does  not  recommend  the  use  of  gasoline  that  contains  MMT.  If  fuel
containing  MMT  is  used,  your  emission  control  system  may  be  adversely
affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the instrument cluster may come on. If this
happens, contact your Toyota dealer for service.

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If your engine knocks

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Consult your Toyota dealer.

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You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while accelerat-
ing or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.

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Notice on fuel quality

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Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used, the engine will be
damaged.

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Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s three-way catalytic
converters causing the emission control system to malfunction.

●

Do not use gasohol other than the type previously stated.
Other  gasohol  may  cause  fuel  system  damage  or  vehicle  performance
problems.

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Using unleaded gasoline with an octane number or rating lower than the
level previously stated will cause persistent heavy knocking.
At worst, this will lead to engine damage.

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Fuel-related poor driveability

If poor driveability (poor hot starting, vaporization, engine knocking, etc.) is
encountered after using a different type of fuel, discontinue the use of that
type of fuel.

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When refueling with gasohol

Take care not to spill gasohol. It can damage your vehicle’s paint.

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Tire size

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Summer tires or all season tires

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An all season tire has “M+S” on the sidewall. A tire not marked “M+S”
is a summer tire.

Uniform tire quality grading

For details, see “Uniform Tire Quality Grading” that follows.

DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)

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Tire ply composition and materials

Plies are layers of rubber-coated parallel cords. Cords are the strands
which form the plies in a tire.

Location of treadwear indicators

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Tire information

Typical tire symbols

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