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2005 4Runner Ins.qxd 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 17 PM Page 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Item Page no . OVERVIEW Engine compartment 7 Fuel tank door opener and cap 6 OVERVIEW Hood release lever 6 Indicator symbols 4 - 5 Instrument cluster 4 Instrument panel 2 - 3 FEATURES / OPERATIONS Air conditioning / Heating 15 Audio 16 - 17 1 Auto lock function - Programmable 8 Auto LSD ( Auto Limited Slip Differential ) 18 Automatic transmission 8 Bottle holders 18 Clock 12 Cruise control 14 Cup holders 18 Engine immobilizer 15 Four - wheel drive 9 ® 2 Garage door opener ( HomeLink ) 14 FEATURES / OPERATIONS Keyless entry 19 Light - Instrument panel 10 Lights & turn signals 12 Power outlets 19 Seat adjustments - Front 10 Seat adjustments - Rear 11 Seats - Head restraints 10 Tilt and telescopic steering wheel 13 Window - Back 13 Windows 13 Window wiper & washer 11 SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Airbag - Supplemental Restraint System 22 - 23 ATRAC ( Active Traction Control ) 21 DAC ( Downhill Assist Control ) 21 Door locks - Power 20 Doors - Child safety locks 20 SAFETY Parking brake 22 Rollover information 24 AND Seat belts 20 Seat belts - Shoulder belt anchor 21 EMERGENCY Spare tire & tools 25 Tire Pressure Warning System 22 TRAC ( Traction Control ) 21 FEATURES VSC ( Vehicle Stability Control ) 21 1 Programmable by consumer . For dealer - programmable features , please visit your Toyota dealer . ® 2 HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls , Inc . 1
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2005 4Runner Ins.qxd 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 17 PM Page 2 OVERVIEW Instrument panel OVERVIEW FEATURES / OPERATIONS 1 Instrument panel light control Four - wheel drive selector ( full - time 4WD 1 1 Headlight , turn signal and front fog light models ) or two wheel / four - wheel drive selector control 1 Audio steering wheel switches ( part - time 4WD models ) Ignition switch Wiper and washer controls Cruise control lever Power back window switch 1,2 Hood lock release lever Audio or Navigation system Fuel tank door opener Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light SAFETY “ RSCA OFF � ( Roll Sensing of Curtain shield Airbags Theft deterrent system / Engine immobilizer 1 OFF ) switch indicator light AND 1 Front passenger occupant classification indicator “ AUTO LSD � switch EMERGENCY 1 lights Center Differential switch 1 Multi - information display 115V Power Outlet main switch Emergency flasher switch FEATURES 1 Air conditioning controls If installed 2 Auxiliary box For details , refer to the Navigation System Back window and outside rearview mirror defogger Owner’s Manual . 2 3
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2005 4Runner Ins.qxd 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 17 PM Page 4 OVERVIEW 1 • Vehicle Stability Control warning light Instrument cluster 1 • “ AUTO LSD � warning light 1 • Traction Control warning light OVERVIEW 1 • Downhill Assist Control warning light 1 • Active Traction Control warning light 1 • Hill - start Assist Control warning light 1 Open door warning light 1 Airbag SRS warning light Automatic transmission fluid temperature 1 warning light 1 Low Tire Pressure Warning light Trip meter reset knob Theft deterrent / Engine immobilizer system Tachometer indicator light Service reminder indicators and indicator lights Roll Sensing of Curtain shield Airbag off Speedometer 1,2 indicator light Fuel gauge Front passenger occupant classification indicator Low fuel level warning light light Engine coolant temperature gauge Headlight low / high beam indicator FEATURES / OPERATIONS Odometer and two trip meters light Odometer / two trip meter changeover button Turn signal indicator light Indicator symbols Automatic transmission indicator lights 1 Brake system warning light 3 Low speed four - wheel drive indicator light Driver’s / Front passenger’s seat belt 1 reminder light 3 Center differential lock indicator light 1 Battery warning light 3 Four - wheel drive indicator light 1 Low engine oil pressure warning light Vehicle Stability Control off indicator light 1 Malfunction indicator light Slip indicator light 1 Engine oil replacement reminder light “ AUTO LSD � indicator light 1 Anti - lock Brake System warning light SAFETY Downhill Assist Control indicator light AND Height control indicator lights When the Anti - lock Brake System ( ABS ) function is in EMERGENCY action , you may feel the brake pedal pulsating and 4 hear a noise . In this situation , to let the Anti - lock Height control “ OFF � indicator light Brake System work for you , just hold the brake pedal down more firmly . Do not pump the brake as this will 5 Cruise control indicator light result in reduced braking performance . FEATURES 1 For details , refer to “ Service reminder indicators and warning 1 - 7 , 2005 Owner’s Manual . 4 buzzers , � Section 1 - 6 , 2005 Owner’s Manual . If this light flashes , refer to “ Rear height control air 2 For details , see “ Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off suspension , � Section 1 - 7 , 2005 Owner’s Manual . 5 switch , � Section 1 - 3 , 2005 Owner’s Manual . If this light flashes , refer to “ Cruise control , � Section 1 - 7 , 2005 3 If this light flashes , refer to “ Four - wheel drive system , � Section Owner’s Manual . 4 5
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2005 4Runner Ins.qxd 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 18 PM Page 6 OVERVIEW Fuel tank door opener and cap Engine compartment 6 cylinder ( 1GR - FE ) engine OVERVIEW 8 cylinder ( 2UZ - FE ) engine To open the fuel tank door Pull the lever inside FEATURES / OPERATIONS the vehicle . To remove the fuel tank cap Turn the cap counterclockwise 90 degrees , then turn it an additional 30 degrees . Pause slightly before removing it . The removed cap can be stored on the fuel tank door . Windshield and back window washer fluid tank To replace the fuel tank cap Turn clockwise Power steering fluid reservoir until a click is heard . If not tightened enough , Engine oil level dipstick Check Engine “ � indicator may illuminate . Engine coolant reservoir Engine oil filler cap Hood release lever Brake fluid reservoir Fuse block Battery A / C Condenser SAFETY Radiator AND Note : Regularly scheduled maintenance , including EMERGENCY oil changes , will help extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance . To release the hood Pull the lever inside vehicle . Please refer to the “ Owner’s Warranty FEATURES To open the hood Insert finger through the Information Booklet , � “ Scheduled opening between the bumper and grill . Pull up on Maintenance Guide � or “ Owner’s Manual the catch lever inside the compartment and lift Supplement . � the hood . 7 6
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2005 4Runner Ins.qxd 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 18 PM Page 8 FEATURES / OPERATIONS Auto lock functions - Programmable Four - wheel drive ( if installed ) Door locks can be programmed to operate in four ( 4 ) Part - time four - wheel drive models OVERVIEW different modes : Auto shift - locking All doors lock when the gear selector is moved out of “ P � Park position with the ignition switch in the “ ON � position . Auto shift - unlocking All doors unlock when the gear selector is moved into “ P � Park position with ignition in the “ ON � position . Auto speed - locking All doors lock when vehicle To operate the two - wheel / four - wheel drive speed reaches 12 mph or higher . selector Auto door - unlocking All doors unlock when driver H4 H2 Turn door is opened within 10 seconds after ignition switch is turned from “ ON � to “ ACC � or “ LOCK . � L4 H4 Push and Turn H4 L4 Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more information Turn on this feature , and how to change modes . FEATURES / OPERATIONS High speed position , two - wheel drive H2 Automatic transmission High speed position , four - wheel drive H4 Low speed position , four - wheel drive L4 For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions , drive in the “ H2 � position . Full - time four - wheel drive models When shifting from “ P � ( Park ) , the ignition switch must be “ ON , � and the brake pedal depressed . Shift normally . Park Engine starting and key removal P Reverse R Neutral N To operate the four - wheel drive selector SAFETY Drive Overdrive ON * D Push and Turn L4 H4 AND 4 Fourth gear Overdrive OFF Turn H4 L4 EMERGENCY 3 Third gear Increased engine braking High speed position , four - wheel drive H4 2 Second gear Increased engine braking Low speed position , four - wheel drive L4 FEATURES L First gear Maximum engine braking For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions , drive in the “ H4 � position . * Downshifting increases power going uphill , or provides engine braking going downhill . For best fuel Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details . economy during normal driving conditions , always drive with the shift lever in the “ D � position . 8 9
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2005 4Runner Ins.qxd 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 18 PM Page 10 FEATURES / OPERATIONS Light - Instrument panel Seat adjustments - Rear OVERVIEW Lock release buttons To adjust the brightness of the instrument panel Rotate the wheel up to increase , or down to decrease the brightness of the instrument panel lights . To fold rear seats Seat adjustments - Front Lower the head restraints . Power Seat Manual Seat Pull the bottom of the seats forward using the tabs . Push the lock release button and fold the seatback down . Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details . FEATURES / OPERATIONS Window wiper & washer Windshield Position lever Cushion angle knob Cushion height crank Driver side only . Crank up to raise , or down to lower . Seatback angle lever Lumbar support switch Driver’s seat : position and cushion angle / height Intermittent speed Push the lever down to switch position 1 . Passenger’s seat : position switch Interval adjuster Twist the band to adjust the Seatback angle switch intermittent speed . Lumbar support switch Slow speed Push the lever down to position 3 . Fast speed Push the lever down to position 4 . Seats - Head restraints SAFETY Wash and wipe Pull the lever toward you . Back window AND EMERGENCY Lock release button FEATURES To raise Pull up the head restraint . To lower Push down the head restraint while Intermittent Twist the lever knob to position 6 . pressing the lock release button . Normal speed Twist the lever knob to position 7 . To adjust angle Move the base forward or Rear wash and wipe Twist the lever knob upward or downward to position 8 . backward . 10 11
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2005 4Runner Ins.qxd 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 18 PM Page 12 FEATURES / OPERATIONS Lights & turn signals Windows Driver side Headlights OVERVIEW Window lock switch Window operation Indicator light Indicator light To open or close Push down or pull up on the switch . Parking , tail , license plate , side marker and Automatic operation ( Driver side only ) Push the instrument panel lights Twist the lever knob to switch completely down or pull it completely up and position 1 . release to fully open or close . To stop mid - way , Headlights and all of the above Twist the lever lightly push the switch in the opposite direction . knob to position 2 . Window lock switch “ AUTO � * Twist the lever knob to position 3 . High beams Push the lever forward . Push the switch to deactivate the passenger windows . Low beams Window - Back FEATURES / OPERATIONS High beam flasher Pull the lever toward you . Operating from inside Operating from outside Note : Daytime running light system * Automatically turns on the headlights at reduced intensity . * If installed Automatic light cutoff system Automatically turns off the lights when the driver’s > door is opened with the key in “ ACC � or “ LOCK . � To open Push and hold “ . � To close Push and hold “ > . � Turn signals To open Turn the key counterclockwise and hold . To close Turn the key clockwise and hold . Tilt and telescopic ( if installed ) steering wheel SAFETY Right or left turn Push the lever up or down . Lane change Move the lever up or down to AND position 8 and hold . EMERGENCY To change the steering wheel angle Hold the Clock steering wheel , pull the lock release lever , tilt to the desired angle then release the lever . FEATURES To change the steering wheel column length Push the lock release lever down , set the desired To reset the hour Push “ H . � length , and return the lever to its locked To reset the minute Push “ M . � position . To zero out minutes Push “ : 00 . � Note : Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion . 12 13
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2005 4Runner Ins.qxd 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 18 PM Page 14 FEATURES / OPERATIONS Air conditioning / Heating Cruise control Turning system on / off Setting a speed OVERVIEW Indicator light With “ DUAL � button To turn the system “ ON � or “ OFF � Push the button . To set a speed Bring your vehicle to the desired speed . Push the lever down toward “ - SET . � To cancel the set speed Pull the lever to “ CANCEL . � The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing the brake pedal . FEATURES / OPERATIONS To resume set speed after cancel Push the lever up toward “ + RES � after reaching a speed of 25 mph . Fan speed selector Temperature selector NOTE : To raise set speed , push up toward “ + RES . � “ AUTO � button Push to turn automatic air To lower set speed , push down toward “ - SET . � Refer conditioning on / off . to the Owner’s Manual for more details . “ DUAL � button Push to enable individual driver - and passenger - side settings . Enabled when indicator is “ ON . � ® Garage door opener ( HomeLink ) * ( if installed ) Air flow Select vents . Air intake selector To clear windshield quickly , “ � will only operate in fresh air mode . “ � will allow manual setting to recirculate . “ � Indicator light is on when recirculating . “ A / C � switch Air conditioning on / off switch . Use with “ � for best performance.utton . “ OFF � switch Air conditioning off b SAFETY Garage door openers manufactured under license ® from HomeLink * can be programmed to operate AND garage doors , estate gates , security lighting , etc . Engine immobilizer EMERGENCY This is a theft deterrent system . The engine will Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details . start only when the electronic code in the key’s For programming assistance , contact the Toyota transponder chip corresponds to the registered ID FEATURES Customer Experience Center at 1 - 800 - 331 - 4331 , or code for the vehicle . Please note that key visit http : / / www.homelink.com replacement can be expensive . ® * HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details . Controls , Inc . 14 15
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2005 4Runner Ins.qxd 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 18 PM Page 16 FEATURES / OPERATIONS CASSETTE TAPE PLAYER Audio To play Insert a cassette tape . Type 1 OVERVIEW To fast forward Push “ . � To rewind Push “ . � To select a direction Push “ . � To eject a cassette tape Push “ . � CD PLAYER To play Insert a compact disc . To select a track Push “ SEEK / TRACK . � * Functions for buttons 1 - 6 are indicated above each To scan tracks on a disc Push “ SCAN . � Push again to button on LCD . hold a selection . Type 2 To eject a compact disc Push “ . � To view CD text Push “ TEXT � to display disc and track titles . . . . Type 2 only are equipped with CD Changer - To load one disc Push “ LOAD � and insert 1 disc . * Functions for buttons 1 - 6 are indicated above each - To load multiple discs Push and hold “ LOAD � FEATURES / OPERATIONS button on LCD . until you hear a beep . Insert one disc . Shutter will close and then re - open for next disc . BASIC OPERATION . To turn on the audio system Push “ PWR VOL , � Steering wheel switches ( if installed ) “ AM , � “ FM , � “ TAPE , � “ DISC � or “ LOAD . � . To turn off the system Push “ PWR VOL . � . To adjust the volume Turn “ PWR VOL . � To adjust tone and balance Push the “ TUNE·AUDIO CONT � knob . The mode changes with each push in succession from Bass , Midrange , Treble , Fade , Balance . Turn the knob right or left to adjust each mode . RADIO To select a station Push either side of “ SEEK / TRACK . � Volume control switch To scan for stations Push “ SCAN . � Push and hold to > > “ � switch scan preset stations . Push again to hold selection . - In radio mode Push to select a preset station , To select the band Push “ AM , � or “ FM . � SAFETY push and hold to scan for a station . - To preset a station Tune in the desired station and - In tape mode Push to skip up or down to a press a preset button ( 1 - 6 ) until you hear a beep . AND next / previous track , push and hold to fast - To select a preset station Push desired preset EMERGENCY forward or reverse . button ( 1 - 6 ) . - In CD mode Push to skip up or down to a . . . Type 2 only is equipped with next / previous track . FEATURES “ MODE � switch Push to select an audio mode . RDS ( Radio Data System - FM only ) Push and hold to turn the audio system “ OFF . � - Push “ TYPE � to select station genre . > - Push steering wheel switches “ � or “ , � or > presethin Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details . button ( 1 - 6 ) to select stations wit genre . - Push “ TEXT � to receive information transmitted from radio stations . 16 17
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2005 4Runner Ins.qxd 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 18 PM Page 18 FEATURES / OPERATIONS Keyless entry Bottle holders Rear doors Front doors Unlocking operation Locking operation OVERVIEW Cup holders Center console Rear Alarm operation Back window operation Second row seat To lock Push “ LOCK . � To unlock driver door Push “ UNLOCK � once . Third row side trim To unlock all the doors Push “ UNLOCK � twice . FEATURES / OPERATIONS After unlocking , if a door is not opened within NOTE : thirty ( 30 ) seconds , all doors will relock for safety . To open Push and hold the switch . To activate alarm with remote Push “ PANIC . � Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details . Power outlets Auto LSD ( Limited Slip Differential ) 12V DC ( if installed ) Luggage compartment Auxiliary box Indicator light Designed for car accessories . Key must be in the SAFETY “ ACC � or “ ON � position to be used . Push the “ AUTO LSD � switch when the vehicle is AND 115V AC ( if installed ) stopped . To deactivate , push the switch again . EMERGENCY Main switch This system aids traction by using the Traction Control system to control engine performance and braking when one of the rear wheels begins to spin . FEATURES It should ONLY be used when wheel spinning occurs in a ditch or on rough surfaces . Inside center console Refer to the Owner‘s Manual for complete details To use Push the Main switch while engine is running . on this system before attempting to use it . Refer to the Owner‘s Manual for more details . 18 19
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2005 4Runner Ins.qxd 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 18 PM Page 20 SAFETY CANDY EMERGEN FEATURES Door locks - Power Seat belts - Shoulder belt anchor OVERVIEW To raise Slide the anchor upward . To lower Squeeze the lock release button and slide To lock Push down on the front of the switch . the anchor downward . To unlock Push down on the back of the switch . DAC ( Downhill Assist Control ) ( if installed ) * Doors - Child safety locks Four - wheel drive models only To turn on / off Push the DAC button . The system will assist the engine brake when driving down a steep hill . TRAC ( Traction Control ) ( if installed ) * FEATURES / OPERATIONS Two - wheel drive models only Helps control spinning of the rear wheels , which may occur when accelerating on slippery roads . To lock the inside handle Move the lever to ATRAC ( Active Traction Control ) ( if installed ) * “ LOCK , � allowing the door to be opened only from Four - wheel drive models only the outside . Helps control spinning of the wheels , which may occur when accelerating on slippery roads . Seat belts 1 VSC ( Vehicle Stability Control ) * Helps provide comprehensive control of the Anti - Take up 2 lock Brakes , Brake - Assist , Traction Control , engine slack control and other systems . This system helps Too high maintain control of the vehicle under adverse conditions . * Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details . Keep as low on hips as possible SAFETY If belt is fully extended , then retracted even 1 AND Vehicle Stability Control ( VSC ) is an electronic system designed slightly , it cannot be re - extended beyond that point , to help the driver maintain vehicle control under adverse EMERGENCY unless fully retracted again . This feature is used to conditions . It is not a substitute for safe driving practices . help hold child restraint systems securely . Factors including speed , road conditions and driver steering input can all affect whether VSC will be effective in preventing FEATURES loss of control . To find more information about seat belts , and how 2 Brake - Assist is designed to help the driver take full advantage of to install a child restraint system , refer to the the benefits of ABS ( Anti - lock Brake System ) . It is not a Owner’s Manual . substitute for safe driving practices . Braking effectiveness also depends on proper brake - system maintenance and tire and road conditions . 20 21
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2005 4Runner Ins.qxd 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 18 PM Page 22 SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Parking brake • The driver and front passenger airbag Supplemental Restraint OVERVIEW System ( SRS ) is designed only as a supplement to the primary protection of the seat belt systems of the driver and front passenger . The front seat occupants are particularly susceptible to injury if they do not wear their seat belts ; when sudden braking or a collision occurs , they may be thrown forward . To obtain maximum protection in an accident , the driver and all Indicator light passengers in the vehicle should always wear their seat belts when driving because serious injuries or death can result to unrestrained occupants . For instructions and precautions To set Depress the pedal . concerning the seat belt system , see “ Seat belts � in the To release Depress the pedal again . Owner’s Manual . • Toyota strongly urges the use of a proper child restraint system Tire Pressure Warning System on the rear seat that conforms to the size of the child . According to accident statistics , a child is safer when properly The system is designed to provide warning when tire restrained in the rear seat than on the front seat . pressure of any one of the tires ( including the spare ) • Never use a rear - facing child restraint system in the front seat is reduced . even if the front passenger occupant classification indicator light is “ OFF . � The force of the rapid inflation of the passenger airbag can cause severe injury or death to a child . Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details . • Unless it is unavoidable , do not install a forward - facing child restraint system in the front seat even if the front passenger Airbag - Supplemental Restraint System FEATURES / OPERATIONS occupant classification indicator light is “ OFF . � If you must The Airbag Supplemental Restraint System ( SRS ) install a forward - facing child restraint system in that the front seat , move the seat as far back as possible . front , side * and side curtain * airbags are designed to • Make sure you have complied with all installation instructions help provide further protection for the driver and provided by the child restraint manufacturer and the system is outboard passenger in addition to the primary safety properly secured . protection provided by the seat belts . • Make sure the front passenger occupant classification indicator light indicates “ ON � when using the seat belt extender for the front passenger seat . If the indicator light indicates “ OFF , � Front passenger occupant classification system disconnect the extender tongue from the seat belt buckle , Monitors the load on the front passenger seat , and then reconnect the seat belt . Reconnect the seat belt extender detects if the seat belt is fastened to determine after making sure the indicator light indicates “ ON . � If you use passenger occupancy and size of passenger , if any . the seat belt extender while the indicator light indicates “ OFF , � the front passenger airbag and side airbag on the front passenger side may not activate correctly , which could cause For the system to correctly determine conditions death or serious injury in the event of collision . - Do not place heavy objects on the front passenger • If an adult sits in the front passenger seat , the occupant seat . classification indicator light should indicate “ ON . � If the “ OFF � - Do not attach a seatback table to the front indicator is illuminated , ask the passenger to sit up straight , passenger seatback . well back in the seat , feet on the floor , and with the seat belt worn correctly . If the “ OFF � indicator still remains illuminated , - Do not put weight on the front passenger seat by SAFETY either ask the passenger to move to the rear seat , or if that is putting your hands or feet on the front passenger not possible , move the front passenger seat fully rearward . seatback from the rear passenger seat . • The SRS side and side curtain airbags ( optional ) are designed to AND deploy in certain types of severe side impact collisions . In all EMERGENCY Please read the following caution , and refer to the other collisions , the side impact and side curtain airbags will not deploy . For instructions and precautions , see your Owner’s Owner’s Manual for more details . Manual . • Do not lean against the side doors when the vehicle is in use . * If installed The side and side curtain airbags inflate with considerable FEATURES speed and force . Death or serious injury could result . • Do not modify , cover or replace the surface of the front seats . Such changes could disable the system or prevent the airbags from activating correctly , resulting in death or serious injury . 22 23
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2005 4Runner Ins.qxd 10 / 26 / 04 9 : 18 PM Page 24 SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Rollover Information This vehicle will handle and maneuver differently from an ordinary passenger car because it is also designed for off - road use . It has a higher ground clearance and higher center of gravity than an ordinary passenger car . This vehicle design feature causes this type of vehicle to be more likely to roll over . Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles . An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better view of the road allowing you to anticipate problems . However , it is not designed for cornering at the same speeds as ordinary passenger cars any more than low - slung sports cars are designed for off - road use . Therefore , sharp turns at excessive speeds may cause rollover . Failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control , accidents or vehicle rollover causing death or serious injury . Be sure to read your Owner’s Manual for more information on safe driving both on and off - road . Avoid Abrupt Maneuvers and Excessive Speed . Always Buckle Up . See Owner’s Manual For Further Information . daomrnuyjrepiovoy:eucosoalnerhuistgsareirlowAfwkmslploneomtorghbcilafnahtenirveysteiuserziseiti Always observe the following precautions to minimize the risk of serious personal injury or damage to your vehicle : • In a rollover crash , an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt . Therefore , the driver and all passengers should fasten their seat belts whenever the vehicle is moving . • Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers , if at all possible . Failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or vehicle rollover causing death or serious injury . • Loading cargo on the roof luggage carrier will make the center of the vehicle gravity higher . Avoid high speeds , sudden starts , sharp turns , sudden braking or abrupt maneuvers ; otherwise , it may result in a loss of abilty to operate this vehicle correctly . • Always slow down in gusty crosswinds . Because of its profile and higher center of gravity , your vehicle is more sensitive to side winds than an ordinary passenger car . Slowing down will allow you to have better control . • When driving off - road or in rugged terrain , do not drive at excessive speeds , jump , make sharp turns , strike objects , etc . This may cause loss of control or vehicle rollover causing death or serious injury . You are also risking expensive damage to your vehicle’s suspension and chassis . • Do not drive horizontally across steep slopes . Driving straight up or straight down is preferred . Your vehicle ( or any similar off - road vehicle ) can tip over sideways much more easily than forward or backward . 24