Toyota 2008 4Runner User Manual

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Important information about your Toyota
Occupant restraint systems
Toyota encourages you and your family to take the time to
read Section 1−3 of this Owner’s Manual carefully. In
terms of helping you understand how you can receive the
maximum benefit of the occupant restraint systems this
vehicle provides, Section 1−3 of this Owner’s Manual is
the most important Section for you and your family to
read.
Section 1−3 describes the function and operation concern-
ing seats, seat belts, SRS airbags and child restraint sys-
tems of this vehicle and some potential hazards you
should be aware of. These systems work together along
with the overall structure of this vehicle in order to provide
occupant restraint in the event of a crash. The effect of
each system is enhanced when it is used properly and
together with other systems. No single occupant restraint
system can, by itself, provide you or your family with the
equal level of restraint which these systems can provide
when used together. That is why it is important for you and
your family to understand the purpose and proper use of
each of these systems and how they relate to each other.
The purpose of all occupant restraint systems is to help
reduce the possibility of death or serious injury in the
event of a collision. None of these systems, either individ-
ually or together, can ensure that there is no injury in the
event of collision. However, the more you know about
these systems and how to use them properly, the greater
your chances become of surviving an accident without
death or serious injury.
Seat belts provide the primary restraint to all occupants of
the vehicle, and every occupant of the vehicle should wear
seat belts properly at all times. Children should always be
secured in child restraint systems that are appropriate for
their age and size. SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)
airbags are, as their names imply, designed to work with,
and be supplemental to, seat belts and are not substitutes
for them. SRS airbags can be very effective in reducing
the risk of head and chest injuries by preventing contact of
the head and chest with interior portions of the vehicle.
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Toyota 2008 4Runner Specifications

General

Brand	Toyota
Model	2008 4Runner
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Seats

Front seats—

Details on adjusting seat position, seatback, and steering wheel angle.

Front seat precautions

Warnings about airbag deployment force and proper seating to minimize injury.

Seat belts

Seat belt precautions

Information on seat belt usage, maintenance, and safety.

SRS airbags

SRS driver airbag and front passenger airbag

Details on the driver and front passenger airbags and their protective function.

Child restraint

Child restraint precautions

Guidelines for selecting and safely installing child restraint systems.

MP3/WMA FILES

Playable bit rates

Lists playable bit rates for MP3 and WMA files, recommending higher rates for better quality.

Air flow selector settings

Operating tips

Provides tips for using air flow settings effectively for heating, cooling, and defogging.

Checking the engine coolant level

Coolant type selection

Advises using only Toyota Super Long Life Coolant or equivalent to avoid engine damage.

Installing snow tires and chains

WHEN TO USE SNOW TIRES OR CHAINS

Recommends snow tires or chains for snow/ice, and advises replacing all four tires.

SNOW TIRE SELECTION

Guides on selecting same size, construction, and load capacity tires, especially for 4WD.

Checking battery condition—Precautions

BATTERY PRECAUTIONS

Safety warnings for handling battery acid, hydrogen gas, and electrical components.

EMERGENCY MEASURES

Procedures for handling electrolyte contact with eyes, skin, or clothing.

Checking battery condition

Battery recharging precautions

Precautions for safely recharging a battery, including ventilation and cable connections.