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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA19964 RUNNER 2WD L4-2.7L (3RZ-FE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROLANTILOCK BRAKES / TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONINITIAL INSPECTION AND DIAGNOSTIC OVERVIEWDESCRIPTION OF ON-BOARD DIAGNOSTICS
1996 Toyota 4 Runner 2WD L4-2.7L (3RZ-FE)
Description of On-Board Diagnostics
1996 Toyota 4 Runner 2WD L4-2.7L (3RZ-FE)SECTION Description of On-Board Diagnostics
SYSTEM OPERATION
1. DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM

(a) INDICATOR CHECK
When the ignition switch is turned ON, check that the ABS warning light goes on for 3 seconds.
HINT: If the indicator check result is not normal, proceed to troubleshooting for the ABS warning light circuit.
1. DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM
(a) INDICATOR CHECK
When the ignition switch is turned ON, check that the ABS warning light goes on for 3 seconds.
HINT: If the indicator check result is not normal, proceed to troubleshooting for the ABS warning light circuit.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.