2005 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER check engine light

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Exhaust system
If you notice any change in the sound of
the exhaust or smell exhaust fumes, have
the cause located and corrected immedi-
ately. (See “Engine exhaust cautions” on
page 213.)
INSIDE THE VEHICLE
Items listed below should be checked
regularly, e.g. while performing periodic
services, cleaning the vehicle, etc.
Lights
Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail
lights, turn signal lights, and other lights
are all working. Check headlight aim.
Service reminder indicators and warning
buzzers
Check that all service reminder indicators
and warning buzzers function properly.
Steering wheel
Be alert for changes in steering condition,
such as hard steering or strange noise.Seats
Check that all front seat controls such as
seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. op-
erate smoothly and that all latches lock
securely in any position. Check that the
head restraint move up and down smooth-
ly and that the locks hold securely in any
latched position. For folding
−down rear
seatbacks, swing −up rear seat cushions
and detachable third seats, check that the
latches lock securely.
Seat belts
Check that the seat belt system such as
buckles, retractors and anchors operate
properly and smoothly. Make sure the belt
webbing is not cut, frayed, worn or dam-
aged.
Accelerator pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation and
uneven pedal effort or catching.
Brake pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation and
that the pedal has the proper clearance.
Check the brake booster function.
Brakes
In a safe place, check that the brakes do
not pull to one side when applied. Parking brake
Check that the lever has the proper travel
and that, on a safe incline, your vehicle
is held securely with only the parking
brake applied.
Automatic transmission “Park” mecha-
nism
Check the lock release button of the se-
lector lever for proper and smooth opera-
tion. On a safe incline, check that your
vehicle is held securely with the selector
lever in “P” position and all brakes re-
leased.
OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE
Items listed below should be performed
from time to time, unless otherwise
specified.
Fluid leaks
Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, wa-
ter or other fluid after the vehicle has
been parked for a while. If you smell fuel
fumes or notice any leak, have the cause
found and corrected immediately.
Doors and engine hood
Check that all doors and back door oper-
ate smoothly and all latches lock securely.
Make sure the engine hood secondary
latch secures the hood from opening when
the primary latch is released.

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Checking the engine oil level
Low levelFull level
Add oil Too full O.K.
With the engine at operating tempera-
ture and turned off, check the oil level
on the dipstick.
1. To get a correct reading, the vehicle should be on level ground. After turning
off the engine, wait a few minutes for
the oil to drain back into the bottom of
the engine.
2. Pull the dipstick out, hold a rag under the end and wipe it clean.3. Standing up on the left side of thevehicle, reinsert the dipstick in the di-
rection so that the “ENGINE OIL” on
top should be read correctly and push
it in as far as it will go, or the reading
will not be correct.
4. Pull the dipstick out and look at the oil level while holding a rag under the
end.
CAUTION
Be careful not to touch the hot ex-
haust manifold.
NOTICE
Be careful not to drop engine oil on
the vehicle components.
If the oil level is below or only slightly
above the low level, add engine oil of
the same type as already in the engine.
Remove the oil filler cap and add engine
oil in small quantities at a time, checking
the dipstick. We recommend that you use
a funnel when adding the oil.
The approximate quantity of oil needed to
raise the level between low and full on the
dipstick is indicated below for reference.
When the level reaches within the correct
range, install the filler cap hand− tight.
Oil quantity, L (qt., Imp.qt.): 1.5 (1.6, 1.3)
NOTICE
Be careful not to spill engine oil on
the vehicle components.
 Avoid overfilling, or the engine
could be damaged.
 Check the oil level on the dipstick
once again after adding the oil.

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NOTICE
Be sure the engine and all accesso-
ries are off before performing main-
tenance.
 When checking the battery, remove
the ground cable from the negative
terminal (“–” mark) first and rein-
stall it last.
 Be careful not to cause a short cir-
cuit with tools.
 Take care no solution gets into the
battery when washing it.
If the battery terminal is disconnected
or the battery is run down, the moon
roof may not operate automatically and
the jam protection function will not operate
correctly after you reconnect, replace or
recharge the battery with the moon roof
slide −opened or tilted up. In any of these
cases, you should return the moon roof to
normal. To return the moon roof to normal,
see “Electric moon roof” on page 31.
—Checking battery c ondition
Ty p e A
Ty p e BGreen Dark Clear or
light yellow
Blue White Red
CHECKING BY INDICATOR
Check the battery condition by the indi-
cator color. Indicator color
ConditionTy p e ATy p e B
GreenBlueGood
DarkWhite
Charging necessary.
Have battery
checked by your
Toyota dealer.
Clear or
light
yellow
Red
Have battery
checked by your
Toyota dealer.
Battery recharging precautions
During recharging, the battery is pro-
ducing hydrogen gas.
Therefore, before recharging:1. If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect
the ground cable.
2. Be sure the power switch on the re- charger is off when connecting the
charger cables to the battery and when
disconnecting them.
CAUTION
Always charge the battery in an un-
confined area. Do not charge the
battery in a garage or closed room
where there is not sufficient ventila-
tion.
Only do a slow charge (5 A or
less). Charging at a quicker rate is
dangerous. The battery may ex-
plode, causing personal injuries.
NOTICE
Never recharge the battery while the
engine is running. Also, be sure all
accessories are turned off.

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Service specifications
ENGINE
Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.):Intake 0.15 – 0.25 (0.006 – 0.010)
Exhaust 0.25 – 0.35 (0.010 – 0.014)
Spark plug type: DENSO SK20R11
NGK IFR6A11
Spark plug gap, mm (in.): 1.1 (0.043)
ENGINE LUBRICATION
Oil capacity (drain and refill), L (qt.,
Imp.qt.) With filter 6.8 (7.2, 6.0)
Without filter 6.4 (6.8, 5.6)
Oil grade:
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in
your Toyota vehicle. Use Toyota ap-
proved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent to satisfy the following grade
and viscosity.
Oil grade:
API grade, SL “Energy −Conserving” or
ILSAC multigrade engine oil Recommended viscosity:
SAE 5W
−30
Temperature range anticipated before next
oil change
Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur-
ther details. COOLING SYSTEM
Total capacity, L (qt., Imp.qt.)
Without rear heater 14.7 (15.5, 12.9)
With rear heater 15.4 (16.3, 13.6)
Coolant type:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is used
in your Toyota vehicle at factory fill. In
order to avoid technical problems, only use
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar
high quality ethylene glycol based non −sili-
cate, non −amine, non− nitrite, and non− bo-
rate coolant with long −life hybrid organic
acid technology. (Coolant with long −life hy-
brid organic acid technology is a combina-
tion of low phosphates and organic acids.)
Do not use plain water alone.
Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur-
ther details.
BATTERY
Open voltage
∗ at 20 C (68 F):
12.6 – 12.8 V Fully charged
12.2 – 12.4 V Half charged
11.8 – 12.0 V Discharged
∗: Voltage that is checked 20 minutes af-
ter the key is removed with all the lights
turned off
Charging rates: 5 A max.

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Adding washer fluid315
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Adjustment
Front seats 36
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Seat belt 48
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Second seat 37
38
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Third seat 42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Air conditioning system 176 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Airbags 58 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Aluminum wheel precautions 309 . . . . . . . . . .
Anti −theft steering column lock 134 . . . . . . . .
Appearance care
Cleaning the interior 279 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Protecting your Toyota from corrosion 276 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Washing and waxing 277 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Armrest 37 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic transmission
Driving with an automatic transmission 135 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift lock override button 272 . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift pattern 135 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shifting speed 135 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auxiliary box 198 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auxiliary catch, Engine hood 27 . . . . . . . . . . .
B
Back door 25
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Back door lock 25
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Checking battery condition 312
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Gas caution 312
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Handling safety 312
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Recharging precautions 313
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Winter driving tips 240
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Before starting the engine 236
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Brake pad wear limit indicators 219 . . . . . . . .
Brake system 215
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Brakes
Fluid level 300
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Pad wear limit indicators 219
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Parking 142
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Break −in tips 209
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Brightness control 110
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C
Car audio system 152
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Carbon monoxide caution 213
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Cargo and luggage
Capacity 230
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Distribution 231
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Stowage precautions 230
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Cassette player 152
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Checking and replacing fuses 314
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Checking and replacing tires 304
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Checking brake fluid 300
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Checking the engine oil level 296
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Checking the radiator and condenser 299
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Child restraint
Child restraint system 77
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Installation 78, 83
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76
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Types of child restraint system 77 . . . . . . . .
Using a top strap 92
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Cigarette lighter and ashtray 192
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Cleaning the interior 279
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Clock 188
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Coat hooks 205
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Cold weather
Operation 240
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Compact disc auto changer
controller 152
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Compact disc player 152
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Controls, Instrument panel 2, 6
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Cooling system
Coolant level 298
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Radiator and reservoir 298
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Winter driving tips 240
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Corrosion prevention 276
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Cruise control 142
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Cup holder 199
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D
Defogger, Rear window 115
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Differential, Limited slip 220
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Dimmer switch, Headlight 108
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Directional signals 108
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Do−it−yourself maintenance
Parts and tools 293 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service precautions 292 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Does your vehicle need repairing? 287 . . . . .
Driving
Automatic transmission 135 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving tips 236 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving tips
Driving tips in various conditions 237 . . . . .
Driving with an automatic transmission 135 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Economical driving 249 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Good driving practice 135 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Winter driving tips 240 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
During
Break −in 209 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
E
Economical driving
Saving money on both fuel and repairs 249 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric moon roof 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical system
Battery 312, 313 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuse locations 291 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuses 314 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency flasher switch 110 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Emergency, In case of
Blown fuse 314 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency flasher switch 110 . . . . . . . . . . .
Flat tire 257 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever 272 . . . . . . . .
If you lose your keys 273 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If your engine stalls while driving 256 . . . . .
If your vehicle needs to be towed 269 . . . . .
If your vehicle will not start 252 . . . . . . . . . .
Jump starting 253 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Towing 269 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine
Before starting the engine 236 . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking the coolant level 298 . . . . . . . . . .
Emission control device 212 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine compartment 290 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exhaust gas caution 213 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hood release 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil consumption 214 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil level 296 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil pressure gauge 119 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting procedure 236 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Three −way catalytic converter 212 . . . . . . .
Engine coolant
Temperature gauge 118 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Winter driving tips 240 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine coolant temperature gauge 118 . . . . .
Engine immobiliser system 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine oil
Winter driving tips 240 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine oil pressure gauge 119 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exhaust gas caution 213 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
F
Facts about engine oil consumption 214 . . . .
First −aid kit holder 199 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flasher, Headlight 108 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flat tire
After changing wheels 267 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing tire 265 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you have a flat tire 257 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jack point 263 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jacking precautions 257 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jacking up 264 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Loosening wheel nuts 262 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lowering vehicle 266 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reinstalling wheel ornament 267 . . . . . . . . .
Removing wheel ornament 262 . . . . . . . . . .
Wheel block 261 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheel nuts 266 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Floor mat 204 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fluid level
Brake 300 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power steering 301 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Washer fluid 315 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fog light switch, Front 111 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Foreign countries, Operation in 211 . . . . . . . .
Four −wheel drive
Operating the four −wheel
drive system 139 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front fog light switch 111 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front seats 35, 36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel
Filler door opener 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel economy 249 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gauge 118 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation in foreign countries 211 . . . . . . .