When trouble arises

If you think something is wrong

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If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. Visible symptoms • Fluid leaks under the vehicle (Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.) • Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear • Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points higher than normal
• Voltmeter (if equipped) continually points higher or lower than normal Audible symptoms • Changes in exhaust sound • Excessive tire squeal when cornering • Strange noises related to the suspension system • Pinging or other noises related to the engine Operational symptoms • Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly • Appreciable loss of power • Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking • Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road

• Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches the floor

Test yourself

A quick Toyota 4Runner quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.