2009 Toyota 4Runner Owners Manual - Page 445

4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance n Lights other than the above If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have it replaced by your Toyota dealer. • • Stop/tail and rear side marker lights High mounted stoplight (vehicles with rear spoiler) n Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens Contact your Toyota dealer for more information in the following situations. Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does not indicate a malfunction. l Large drops of water are built up on the inside of the lens. l Water has built up inside the headlight. n LED lights The stop/tail and rear side marker lights, and high mounted stoplight (vehicles with the rear spoiler) consist of a number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs burn out, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer to have the light replaced. If two or more LEDs in a stop light burn out, your vehicle may not conform to local laws (SAE). 4 Maintenance and care CAUTION n Replacing light bulbs l Turn off the headlights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after turning off the headlights. The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns. l Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and require special handling. Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. Hold the bulb by the plastic or metal portion. If the bulb is scratched or dropped it may blow out or crack. l Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failing to do so may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens. n To prevent damage or fire Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked. 423