If you’re not used to using the features of the Toyota 4Runner, you may not know how to open the trunk. Don’t worry; we’ll show you how to get the trunk open with these detailed steps.
2002 – 2023 Models
Inside the Car
- Locate the trunk release lever/button on the driver’s side, either on the floorboard near the driver’s seat or on the lower side of the dashboard.
- Press or pull the trunk release lever/button.
- Lift the trunk lid.
Key
- Insert the key into the trunk lock cylinder above the license plate on the trunk’s exterior.
- Turn the key counterclockwise.
- Lift the trunk lid.
Keyfob
- Press the trunk release button on the keyfob marked with an icon depicting an open trunk.
- The trunk will pop open; lift the trunk lid fully.
1995 – 2001 Models
Inside the Car
- Locate and pull the trunk release lever on the driver’s side, either on the floorboard near the driver’s seat or on the lower side of the dashboard.
- Lift the trunk lid.
Key
- Insert the key into the trunk lock cylinder above the license plate on the trunk’s exterior.
- Turn the key counterclockwise to unlock it.
- Lift the trunk lid.
That’s it! That’s how you open the trunk on the Toyota 4Runner. Let us know if the steps did or didn’t work for you in the comments.
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