Toyota 4Runner: Do-it-yourself maintenance

Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs

Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which include OBD (On Board Diagnostics) checks. The OBD system monitors the operation of the emission control system. If the malfunction ind ...

Do-it-yourself service precautions

If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the correct procedure as given in these sections. CAUTION The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move s ...

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Dtc Check / Clear
DTC CHECK / CLEAR 1. CHECK DTC (a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3. (b) Turn the ignition switch to ON and turn the Techstream on. (c) Enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Trouble Codes. (d) Check for DTCs. 2. CLEAR DTC (a) Connect the Techst ...

Data List / Active Test
DATA LIST / ACTIVE TEST 1. READ DATA LIST HINT: Using the Techstream to read the Data List allows the values or states of switches, sensors, actuators and other items to be read without removing any parts. This non-intrusive inspection can be very usefu ...