1999 Toyota 4Runner Owners Manual - Page 234

4RUNNER ( ) Parts and tools z Do not drive with the air cleaner filter removed, or excessive engine wear could result. Also backfiring could cause a fire in the engine compartment. z Be careful not to scratch the glass surface with the wiper frame. z When closing the engine hood, check to see that you have not forgotten any tools, rags, etc. Here is a list of parts and tools you will need on performing do- it- yourself maintenance. Remember all Toyota parts are designed in metric sizes, so your tools must be metric. Checking the engine oil level Parts (if level is low): Tools: D Rag or paper towel D Funnel (only for adding fluid) Checking power steering fluid Parts (if level is low): D Automatic Tools: D Engine oil API grade SJ, "Energy- Conserving" or ILSAC multigrade having viscosity proper for your climate transmission DEXRONr II or III fluid Tools: D Rag or paper towel D Funnel (only for adding fluid) Checking battery condition Tools: D Rag or paper towel D Funnel (only for adding oil) Checking the engine coolant level Parts (if level is low): D "Toyota Long Life Coolant" or equivalent See Chapter 7- 2 for details about coolant type selection. D D D D Warm water Baking soda Grease Conventional clamp bolts) wrench (for terminal Checking and replacing fuses Parts (if replacement is necessary): D Demineralized or distilled water Tools: D Fuse with same amperage rating as original Tools: D Funnel (only for adding coolant) Checking brake fluid Parts (if level is low): D Conventional wrench (for instrument lower panel nut) D SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 brake fluid 234