Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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2009 Toyota 4Runner Limited, 4.0 U, 4WD
Quick Lookups: Fluids
2009 Toyota 4Runner Limited, 4.0 U, 4WDSECTION Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 5.00 OZS. | 0.14 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.30 LBS. | 0.58 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 10.90 QTS. | 10.31 L | TOYOTA Genuine Automatic Transmission Fluid Type WS | The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | 4WD | Front,w/Automatic Disconnecting Differential | 1.60 QTS. | 1.51 L | TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent | S | |
| Differential Gear Oil | 4WD | Front,w/o Automatic Disconnect Differential | 1.50 QTS. | 1.41 L | TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent | S | |
| Differential Gear Oil | w/o Rear Differential Lock | 3.20 QTS. | 3.02 L | TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | w/Rear Differential Lock | 3.10 QTS. | 2.93 L | TOYOTA Genuine Differential Gear Oil LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 4.0L Eng | 10.40 QTS. | 9.84 L | TOYOTA Super Long Life Coolant or equivalent | DO NOT use plain water alone. | S | |
| Engine Oil | 4.0L Eng | Drain and Refill,w/Filter | 5.50 QTS. | 5.2 L | ILSAC GF-4 SAE 5W-30 | S | |
| Engine Oil | 4.0L Eng | Drain and Refill,w/o Filter | 5.20 QTS. | 4.92 L | ILSAC GF-4 SAE 5W-30 | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 23.00 GALS. | 87.06 L | S | ||||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON II or DEXRON III | S | |||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 1.50 QTS. | 1.41 L | API - GL-4 or GL-5, SAE 75W-90 | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Plain water | In cold areas where temperatures range below the freezing point, use washer fluid containing antifreeze. Not radiator antifreeze. | S | ||
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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.