2005 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER check engine

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DOITYOURSELF MAINTENANCE
Engine and Chassis
Checking the engine oil level296
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Checking the engine coolant level 298
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Checking the radiator and condenser 299
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Checking brake fluid 300
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Checking power steering fluid 301
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Checking tire inflation pressure 301
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Checking and replacing tires 304
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Rotating tires 306
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Installing snow tires and chains 306
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Replacing wheels 308
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Aluminum wheel precautions 309
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SECTION 7 2

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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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Oil identification marks
Either or both API registered marks are
added to some oil containers to help
you select the oil you should use.
The API Service Symbol is located any-
where on the outside of the container.
The top portion of the label shows the oil
quality by API (American Petroleum Insti-
tute) designations such as SL. The center
portion of the label shows the SAE viscos-
ity grade such as SAE 5W−30. “Energy −
Conserving” shown in the lower portion,
indicates that the oil has fuel −saving ca-
pabilities.
The ILSAC (International Lubricant Stan-
dardization and Approval Committee) Certi-
fication Mark is displayed on the front of
the container.
To ensure excellent lubrication perfor-
mance for your engine, “Toyota Genuine
Motor Oil” is available, which has been
specifically tested and approved for all
Toyota engines.
Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur-
ther details about “Toyota Genuine Motor
Oil”. Look at the seethrough coolant reser-
voir when the engine is cold. The cool-
ant level is satisfactory if it is between
the “FULL” and “LOW” lines on the
reservoir. If the level is low, add the
coolant. (For the coolant type, see
“Coolant type selection” described be-
low.)
The coolant level in the reservoir will vary
with engine temperature. However, if the
level is on or below the “LOW” line, add
coolant. Bring the level up to the “FULL”
line.
If the coolant level drops within a short
time after replenishing, there may be a
leak in the system. Visually check the
radiator, hoses, radiator cap and drain
cock and water pump.
If you can find no leak, have your Toyota
dealer test the cap pressure and check
for leaks in the cooling system.
CAUTION
To prevent burning yourself, do not
remove the radiator cap when the en-
gine is hot.
Checking the engine coolant
level

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Coolant type selection
Use of improper coolants may damage
your engine cooling system.
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
or similar high quality ethylene glycol
based non−silicate, non −amine, non− nitrite,
and non− borate coolant with long −life
hybrid organic acid technology. (Coolant
with long −life hybrid organic acid
technology is a combination of low
phosphates and organic acids.)
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mix-
ture of 50% coolant and 50% deionized
water. This coolant provides protection
down to about –35 °C (–31 °F).
NOTICE
Do not use plain water alone.
Toyota recommends “Toyota Super Long
Life Coolant”, which has been tested to
ensure that it will not cause corrosion nor
result in malfunction of your engine cool-
ant system with proper usage. “Toyota Su-
per Long Life Coolant” is formulated with
long− life hybrid organic acid technology
and has been specifically designed to
avoid engine cooling system malfunction
on Toyota vehicles.
Please contact your Toyota dealer for fur-
ther details. If any of the above parts are extremely
dirty or you are not sure of their condi-
tion, take your vehicle to a Toyota dealer.
CAUTION
To prevent burning yourself, be care-
ful not to touch the radiator or con-
denser when the engine is hot.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the radiator
and condenser, do not perform the
work by yourself.
Checking the radiator and
condenser

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Checking power steering fluid
Open
Close If cold
O.K.
If cold
add
If hot
O.K.
If hot
add
Check the fluid level on the dipstick. If
necessary, add automatic transmission
fluid DEXRON II or III.
If the vehicle has been driven around 80
km/h (50 mph) for 20 minutes (a little
more in frigid temperatures), the fluid is
hot (60 C–80 C or 140 F–175 F). You
may also check the level when the fluid
is cold (about room temperature,
10 C–30 C or 50 F–85 F) if the engine
has not been run for about five hours. Clean all dirt from outside of the reservoir
tank and look at the fluid level. If the fluid
is cold, the level should be in the “COLD”
range. Similarly, if it is hot, the fluid level
should be in the “HOT” range. If the level
is at the low side of either range, add
automatic transmission fluid DEXRON
II
or III to bring the level within the range.
To remove the reservoir cap, turn it coun-
terclockwise and lift up. To reinstall it,
turn it clockwise. After replacing the filler
cap, visually check the steering box case,
vane pump and hose connections for
leaks or damage.
CAUTION
The reservoir tank may be hot so be
careful not to burn yourself.
NOTICE
Avoid overfilling, or the power steer-
ing could be damaged.
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Checking tire inflation pres-
sure

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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.

334 A
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 . . . . . . . . . . .
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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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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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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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