Owner's Manual & Warranty Maintenance Guide: 2025 4Runner 6th Gen 📕

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Owner's Manual: 2025 4Runner 6th Gen [PDF download]

Warranty & Maintnenace Guide: 2025 4Runner 6th Gen [PDF]


Some basic maintenance specs:

Octane rating: 87 octane (Research Octane Number 91) or higher

Engine Oil Grade: 0W-20

Outside temperature​

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.​

Fuel Tank Capacity: 19.0 gal.

Wheel Nut Torque:
Steel wheel: 154 ft-lb (209 N•m, 21.3 kgf•m)
Aluminum wheel: 97 ft-lb (131 N•m, 13.4 kgf•m)

Vacuum pump replacement: 120k miles



OWNERS MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS


For your information

• For your information – p.6
• Reading this manual – p.13
• How to search – p.14
• Pictorial index – p.16

1. For safety and security
1-1. For safe use – p.28

• Before driving
• For safe driving
• Seat belts
• SRS airbags
• Front passenger occupant classification system
• Exhaust gas precautions
  1-2. Child safety – p.50
• Riding with children
• Child restraint systems
  1-3. Emergency assistance – p.65
• Safety Connect
  1-4. Theft deterrent system – p.70
• Engine immobilizer system
• Alarm

2. Vehicle status information and indicators
2-1. Instrument cluster – p.74

• Warning lights and indicators
• Gauges and meters (7" and 12.3")
• Multi-information display (7" and 12.3")
• Fuel consumption information

3. Before driving
3-1. Key information – p.114

• Keys
• Digital Key
  3-2. Opening, closing, and locking the doors – p.119
• Side doors
• Power running boards
• Back door
• Smart key system
  3-3. Adjusting the seats – p.151
• Front and rear seats
• Head restraints
  3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors – p.161
• Steering wheel
• Mirrors (inside, outside, digital)
  3-5. Opening/closing windows and moon roof – p.177
• Power windows
• Power back window
• Moon roof
  3-6. Favorite settings – p.186
• Driving position memory
• My Settings

4. Driving
4-1. Before driving – p.193

• Driving the vehicle
• Cargo and luggage
• Vehicle load limits
• Trailer towing
• Dinghy towing
  4-2. Driving procedures – p.218
• Engine switch
• Transmission
• Turn signal, parking brake, brake hold
  4-3. Lights and wipers – p.234
• Headlights, fog lights, AHB
• Wipers and washers
  4-4. Refueling – p.246
  4-5. Driving support systems – p.248
• Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, PCS, LTA, PDA, RSA
• Cruise control, BSM, parking systems, cameras, monitors
• Multi-terrain Select, Crawl Control
  4-6. Driving tips – p.445
• Off-road, winter driving

5. Interior features
5-1. Air conditioning and defogger – p.454

• Manual and automatic A/C, heaters, ventilators
  5-2. Interior lights – p.469
  5-3. Storage features – p.472
  5-4. Other features – p.480
• Speaker, garage opener

6. Maintenance and care
6-1. Cleaning and protecting – p.514

• Exterior, interior
  6-2. Maintenance – p.520
• Maintenance schedule, emissions
  6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance – p.526
• Hood, engine, tires, wheels, filters, bulbs

7. When trouble arises
7-1. Essential information – p.568

• Emergency flashers, submerged vehicle
  7-2. Steps to take in an emergency – p.571
• Towing, warning messages, flat tire, dead battery, overheating

8. Vehicle specifications
8-1. Specifications – p.616

• Fuel, oil, tires
  8-2. Customization – p.637
  8-3. Initialization – p.653

9. For owners
9-1. For owners – p.656

• Safety defect reports (U.S./Canada)
• French seat belt and airbag instructions
• Troubleshooting – p.666
• Alphabetical Index – p.669

SUMMARY OF OWNERS MANUAL SECTIONS:

1. For Safety and Security
1-1. For Safe Use

• Driving Posture: Proper seat, headrest, and mirror positions.
• Seat Belts: Instructions, correct usage, extenders, ALR/ELR modes, child usage, damage warnings.
• Seat Belt Pretensioners: Activation conditions and limitations.
• SRS Airbags:
  • Locations: Front, knee, side, curtain shield.
  • Deployment conditions (frontal, side, rollover).
  • Post-deployment actions, hot components.
  • Warnings against modifications and improper seating.
• Passenger Occupant Detection: System activates/deactivates airbags based on passenger weight/posture.

1-2. Child Safety

• Recommendations: Rear seats preferred, proper use of CRS.
• Precautions: Avoid giving children access to keys or controls.
• Child Lock Features: Rear door locks and window locks.

1-3. Emergency Assistance

• Safety Connect: Auto-call in severe collisions, manual SOS button.

1-4. Theft Deterrent System

• Engine Immobilizer: Prevents unauthorized engine starts.
• Alarm System: Triggers upon unauthorized access.

2. Vehicle Status Information and Indicators
2-1. Instrument Cluster

• Warning Lights: Includes PCS, LTA, parking brake, engine, airbag, battery, oil pressure, ABS, etc.
• 7" & 12.3" Display Meters: Layouts, customizable information.
• Multi-Information Display (MID): Trip data, fuel economy, driving support messages, alerts.
• Fuel Info: Real-time MPG, average, range.

3. Before Driving
3-1. Key Information

• Physical & Digital Keys: Smart key entry/start, key card, remote functions.

3-2. Doors & Locks

• Side & Back Doors: Manual and power operation.
• Smart Key System: Touch sensor lock/unlock, trunk access.

3-3. Seats

• Front & Rear Seat Adjustments: Manual/powered configurations, folding methods.
• Head Restraints: Positioning, safety advice.

3-4. Steering & Mirrors

• Steering Wheel: Tilt/telescopic function (manual/power).
• Mirrors: Manual/auto-fold, defogging, digital rear-view.

3-5. Windows and Roof

• Windows: Power front/rear windows, window lock.
• Moon Roof: Tilt/slide features, safety jam protection.
• Power Back Window: Independent rear glass control.

3-6. Favorite Settings

• Driver Memory Settings: Seat, steering, and mirror presets.
• "My Settings": Stores personal preferences.

4. Driving
4-1. Before Driving

• Driving Basics: Precautions, seat adjustment, mirror check.
• Cargo & Luggage: Load limits, securing instructions.
• Towing: Trailer load limits, Trailer Backup Guide, brake controller.
• Dinghy Towing: Towing behind motorhomes.

4-2. Driving Procedures

• Ignition Modes: ACC, ON, Start.
• Transmission Operation: Shift positions, shift-lock override.
• Turn Signals, Lights, Wipers: Control layouts, operation.
• Brake Hold & Parking Brake: Auto hold during stops, electric parking brake.

4-3. Lights & Wipers

• Headlights: Manual/automatic, DRL.
• Fog & Cornering Lights
• Wipers: Front/rear, auto mode, de-icer function.

4-4. Refueling

• Fuel Type/Cap Operation: 87 octane minimum, capless filler instructions.

4-5. Driving Support Systems

• Toyota Safety Sense 3.0:
  • PCS (Pre-Collision System)
  • LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
  • LDA (Lane Departure Alert)
  • PDA (Proactive Driving Assist)
  • RSA (Road Sign Assist)
  • DRCC (Radar Cruise Control)
• Cruise Control: Conventional + adaptive.
• Emergency Driving Stop: Detects unresponsive driver.
• Parking Assistance:
  • BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
  • RCTA, RCD
  • PKSB (Parking Support Brake – obstacles, vehicles, pedestrians)
  • Panoramic View + Multi-Terrain Monitor
• Drive Modes: Normal, Sport, Eco, Tow/Haul.
• 4WD Systems: Full/part-time, Crawl Control, DAC, Auto LSD, Rear Diff Lock.
• Stabilizer Disconnection Mechanism
• Trailer Brake Controller & Backup Assist

4-6. Driving Tips

• Off-Roading: Approach angles, rock crawling.
• Winter Driving: Icy roads, tire chains.

5. Interior Features
5-1. Climate Control

• Manual & Auto A/C: Dual-zone, rear control, rear defogger.
• Heated Components: Heated wheel, seat heaters/ventilators.

5-2. Interior Lighting

• Map Lights, Dome Lights: Locations and controls.

5-3. Storage

• Glove Box, Console, Trunk: Layouts and features.
• Cup/Bottle Holders
• Removable Speaker (if equipped)

5-4. Other Interior Features

• Vanity Mirrors, Sun Visors
• Garage Door Opener (HomeLink)
• Assist Grips, Ticket Holders

6. Maintenance and Care
6-1. Exterior & Interior Care

• Cleaning Tips: Upholstery, sensors, touchscreens.

6-2. Maintenance Requirements

• Service Intervals: Engine oil, brake fluid, inspections.
• Emissions/Smog Check Readiness

6-3. Do-It-Yourself Maintenance

• Fluids: Oil, coolant, brake, windshield washer.
• Tires/Wheels: Pressure specs, TPMS reset.
• Battery & Fuses
• Light Bulb Replacement

7. When Trouble Arises
7-1. Essential Information

• Emergency Flashers, Engine Stop
• Submersion/Evacuation Guidance

7-2. Emergency Scenarios

• Towing: Flatbed requirements.
• Flat Tire: Spare tools, jack points.
• Dead Battery: Jump-start procedure.
• Overheating
• Lost Keys, Key Not Working
• Engine Won’t Start
• Vehicle Stuck (mud, snow)

8. Vehicle Specifications
8-1. Specifications

• Fluids: Types and capacities.
• Tire Specs: Sizes, load ratings, pressure.

8-2. Customization

• Settings That Can Be Changed: Lights, locks, sensors.

8-3. Initialization

• Systems to Recalibrate: After battery replacement or repair.

9. For Owners
9-1. Owner Info

• U.S./Canada Safety Defect Reporting
• French Airbag/Seatbelt Instructions (Canada)
• Troubleshooting “What to do if…” Guide
• Alphabetical Index

 

[kayasaman]

Thank you

Ah that's interesting!

It does come with drivers position memory function... I was trying to find that one out as I couldn't see it from any of the Toyota provided promo pictures of the cabin

It's so useful and so frustrating not to have the feature... I mean who has electric seats and no memory - oh wait that would be my car :-( LOL

 

[qtb007]

Vacuum pump replacement: 120k miles

Technically vacuum pump is listed as inspect at 120k miles. Unclear what that inspection process is... maybe running the engine and confirming that the vacuum line is pulling at least X of negative pressure?

 

[ModernDay4Runner]

Thank you

Ah that's interesting!

It does come with drivers position memory function... I was trying to find that one out as I couldn't see it from any of the Toyota provided promo pictures of the cabin

It's so useful and so frustrating not to have the feature... I mean who has electric seats and no memory - oh wait that would be my car :-( LOL

I have a fix for you. Set your seat to your liking and then.... don't let anyone else drive your 4Runner. Unless that is not an option.

 

[Drizzt]

I noticed in the owners manual it states that tire chains cannot be mounted on 265/70R/18 tires. You would think that there is plenty of room for them on the rear tires.

 

[kayasaman]

I have a fix for you. Set your seat to your liking and then.... don't let anyone else drive your 4Runner. Unless that is not an option.

Actually it's not a 4Runner I have.... it's a UK spec Lexus IS250 that barely came with electric windows. Sadly the market we have, people aren't used to more creature comforts or higher level of technology.

I actually wanted an IS350 F-Sport initially and kept showing the dealers it but IS200d (yep diesel) or IS250 was all on offer....

It's not a big deal currently as I'm the only one who drives my car unless taken to the garage for it's yearly inspection (MoT). Though if I ever had a partner and got married it would be a useful feature to have....

 

[JenningsESQ]

Some notables features / improvements:

• Headlight leveling dial for heavy loads/towing
• Locking gas / fuel door
• Light on the trailer hitch
• Genuine Toyota lift kit up to 2.5” with 3" larger tires will still allow Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) to work.

 

[TN Vols]

Saw this list of funny / interesting things from the owner's manual that @NoDak posted.

1. they talk about the noise under the vehicle right off the bat vs previous years being buried deep in the manual. guess they got tired of all the inquiries about that noise. they even say about 5 hrs after the engine is off it happens
2. they really go into detail about all the data collections and what is/not collected right off the bat
3. manual headlight leveling dial
4. trailer hitch light switch (thats new and neat)
5. fuel door switch (i prefer manual doors for snow states)
6. inappropriate pedal operation warning light (thats a new one)
7. PDA indicator (lol military days flashback) (this refers to pro-active driving assist)
8. stop light indicator warning light (This light comes on when the stop lights are illuminated by the operation of the brake pedal or the driving assist system.)
9. there is a traction monitor display now for 4wd vehicles (shows tire direction "duh", wheel spin display "duh") i think we can figure that out already
10. digital key looks to be standard but requires a sub and enrollment (side note, if vehicle is not operated 14+ days, digital key will not connect) (digital key will not illuminate vehicle lights when approached, power back door close & lock cannot be used)
11. surprising there is 5 smart key sensors, drivers/passenger front door, main head unit, center console, rear storage area, rear door passenger side
12. in 4wd models, If the shift lever is moved before the “4HI” (part time 4WD models) or “4LO” indicator turns on/off, the transfer mode may not be shifted completely. The transfer mode disengages both the front and rear driveshafts from the powertrain and allows the vehicle to move regardless of the shift position. (At this time, the indicator blinks and the buzzer sounds.) Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P
13. surprising, you can voice command some functions, like turning the wipers to swipe once
14. interesting aspect of the Start Stop system (A battery not designed for use with a Stop & Start system may have been installed.) which maybe perm disable the SS system ???
15. the parking support brake function can be perm disabled in the settings menu (pita on our 23 tundra as we can only do a temp disable) (for those that know, if you open the drivers door to look out to say backup, the truck wont move due to this system)
16. as someone has mention in another thread, you cannot switch from H4L to H4F unless you are below 62 mph, unlike 5th gen where i can switch out of H4L at any speed
17. "S-Flow" hvac setting ( Directing airflow to the front seats only and to all seats can be switched via switch operation. Unnecessary air conditioning is suppressed, contributing to increased fuel efficiency) (can be negated if someone is sitting in the back seats)
18. windshield washer fluid fill neck is now on the drivers side, thats going to take some time to get use to
19. really hate the trend to move the battery so close to the firewall, pita to get out compared to being up front or trying to trickle charge during the extreme cold winters up here in ND (really easy to put the charger right on the plastic cover and cables within easy reach of the terminals now and i can keep the hood pretty much closed. this new locations is going to be a royal pita to do that now)
20. looks like you can register the tire pressure sensor ID's yourself now per instructions in manual (not sure you could do that before)

 

[qtb007]

3. love this.
5. ha, this was such a big deal when the 5th gen was released. People losing their minds about losing the lockable gas door. I prefer manual door like you.
6. is this for people that press both the gas and accelerator at the same time?
14. wouldn't count on that... a lower quality battery will probably just die more quickly
20. later 5th gen 4Runners could do this.

 

[d2huffman]

I noticed in the owners manual it states that tire chains cannot be mounted on 265/70R/18 tires. You would think that there is plenty of room for them on the rear tires.

Agree, this crazy. Must be a misprint.

 

[folkloktiger]

Thanks for the PDF manual. That’s exactly what I was looking for.