2005 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER fuel consumption

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When the “VSC/TRAC” warning light and
“VSC OFF” indicator light come on, the
vehicle stability control system and/or ac-
tive traction control system are not operat-
ing, but there is no problem if you contin-
ue to drive.
(n) Key Reminder Buzzer
This buzzer acts as a reminder to remove
the key when you open the driver’s door
with the ignition key in the “ACC” or
“LOCK” position.
CHECKING SERVICE REMINDER INDICA-
TORS (except the low fuel level warning
light)1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Open one of the side doors or back door.
The open door warning light should
come on.
3. Close the door. The open door warning light should go
off. 4. Place the four
−wheel drive control lever
in “N” position and the selector lever
in “P” position and turn the ignition key
to “ACC”.
The “A/T P” should come on. It goes
off when you place the four −wheel
drive control lever in “H” or “L” posi-
tion.
5. Turn the ignition key to “ON”, but do not start the engine.
All the service reminder indicators ex-
cept the open door warning light should
come on. The “ABS”, “VSC/TRAC”,
“VSC OFF”, “TRAC”, and slip indicator
light go off after a few seconds. The
SRS warning light goes off after about
6 seconds.
There may be the case that the “ABS”,
“VSC/TRAC” and “VSC OFF” stay on
for about 60 seconds after the ignition
key is turned to “ON” position. It is
normal if they go out after a while.
If any service reminder indicator or warn-
ing buzzer does not function as described
above, have it checked by your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible.
Trip information display
The following information is shown with
the ignition key turned on. Each time
you push the “MODE” button, the dis-
played information is changed.
Average vehicle speed
Driving distance after engine starting
Available driving range
Average fuel consumption after refuel-
ing
Current fuel consumption
The displayed cruise information values
indicate the general driving condition and
may not always reflect precise and actual
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Average fuel consumption after re-
fueling
The average fuel consumption after re-
fueling is calculated and displayed
based on the total driving distance and
the total fuel consumption after refuel-
ing.
The value is updated every 10 seconds.
When refueling, be sure to stop your ve-
hicle and turn the ignition key off.Current fuel consumption
The current fuel consumption is calcu-
lated and displayed based on the driv-
ing distance and the fuel consumption
per 2 second interval with the engine
running.
The value is updated every 2 seconds.
If you are driving at low speeds just be-
fore stopping, the accurate figure may not
be shown.

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INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING
YOUR TOYOTA
Off−road vehicle precautions 208
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Break −in period 209
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Fuel 209
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Fuel pump shut off system 211
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Operation in foreign countries 211
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Three −way catalytic converter 212
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Engine exhaust cautions 213
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Facts about engine oil consumption 214
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Iridium −tipped spark plugs 215
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Brake system 215
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Brake pad wear limit indicators 219
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Rear step bumper 219
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Limited −slip differential 220
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Your Toyota’s identification 220
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Theft prevention labels 221
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Suspension and chassis 221
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Tire information 222
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Vehicle load limits 230
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Cargo and luggage 230
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Types of tires 233
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SECTION 2

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FUNCTIONS OF ENGINE OIL
Engine oil has the primary functions of
lubricating and cooling the inside of the
engine, and plays a major role in main-
taining the engine in proper working order.
ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION
It is normal that an engine should con-
sume some engine oil during normal
engine operation. The causes of oil
consumption in a normal engine are as
follows.
Oil is used to lubricate pistons, piston
rings and cylinders. A thin film of oil
is left on the cylinder wall when a pis-
ton moves downwards in the cylinder.
High negative pressure generated when
the vehicle is decelerating sucks some
of this oil into the combustion chamber.
This oil as well as some part of the oil
film left on the cylinder wall is burned
by the high temperature combustion
gases during the combustion process.
Oil is also used to lubricate the stems
of the intake valves. Some of this oil
is sucked into the combustion chamber
together with the intake air and is
burned along with the fuel. High tem-
perature exhaust gases also burn the
oil used to lubricate the exhaust valve
stems.
The amount of engine oil consumed de-
pends on the viscosity of the oil, the
quality of the oil and the conditions the
vehicle is driven under.
More oil is consumed by high −speed driv-
ing and frequent acceleration and decel-
eration.
A new engine consumes more oil, since
its pistons, piston rings and cylinder walls
have not become conditioned.
Oil consumption: Max. 1.0 L per 1000
km (1.1 qt./600 miles, 0.9 Imp.qt/600
miles)
When judging the amount of oil con-
sumption, note that the oil may become
diluted and make it difficult to judge
the true level accurately. As an example, if a vehicle is used for
repeated short trips, and consumes a nor-
mal amount of oil, the dipstick may not
show any drop in the oil level at all, even
after 1000 km (600 miles) or more. This
is because the oil is gradually becoming
diluted with fuel or moisture, making it
appear that the oil level has not changed.
The diluting ingredients evaporate out
when the vehicle is then driven at high
speeds, as on an expressway, making it
appear that oil is excessively consumed
after driving at high speeds.
IMPORTANCE OF ENGINE OIL LEVEL
CHECK
One of the most important points in prop-
er vehicle maintenance is to keep the en-
gine oil at the optimum level so that oil
function will not be impaired. Therefore, it
is essential that the oil level be checked
regularly. Toyota recommends that the oil
level be checked every time you refuel
the vehicle.
NOTICE
Failure to check the oil level regularly
could lead to serious engine trouble
due to insufficient oil.
Facts about engine oil
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NOTICE
Do not use engine antifreeze or any
other substitute as washer fluid be-
cause it may damage your vehicle’s
paint.
Do not use your parking brake when
there is a possibility it could freeze.
When parking, put the transmission into
“P” and block the front wheels. Do not
use the parking brake, or snow or water
accumulated in and around the parking
brake mechanism may freeze, making it
hard to release.
Keep ice and snow from accumulating
under the fenders.
Ice and snow built up under your fenders
can make steering difficult. During bad
winter driving, stop and check under the
fenders occasionally.
Depending on where you are driving,
we recommend you carry some emer-
gency equipment.
Some of the things you might put in the
vehicle are tire chains, window scraper,
bag of sand or salt, flares, small shovel,
jumper cables, etc.
Dinghy towing
30c001a
Your vehicle is not designed to be
dinghy towed (with four wheels on the
ground) behind a motorhome.
NOTICE
Do not tow your vehicle with four
wheels on the ground. This may
cause serious damage to your vehicle.
Trailer towing
Your vehicle is designed primarily as a
passenger−and− load− carrying vehicle. Tow-
ing a trailer will have an adverse effect on
handling, performance, braking, durability
and driving economy (fuel consumption,
etc.). Your safety and satisfaction depend
on the proper use of correct equipment
and cautious driving habits. For your safe-
ty and the safety of others, you must not
overload your vehicle or trailer. Ask your
local Toyota dealer for further details be-
fore towing.
WEIGHT LIMITS
Before towing, make sure the total trail-
er weight, gross combination weight,
gross vehicle weight, gross axle weight
and trailer tongue load are all within
the limits.
The total trailer weight and tongue load
can be measured with platform scales
found at a highway weighing station, build-
ing supply company, trucking company,
junk yard, etc.

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CAUTION
Do not exceed 72 km/h (45 mph) or
the posted towing speed limit,
whichever is lower. Because insta-
bility (swaying) of a towing vehicle
trailer combination usually in-
creases as the speed increases, ex-
ceeding 72 km/h (45 mph) may
cause loss of control.
Slow down and downshift before
descending steep or long downhill
grades. Do not make sudden down-
shifts.
Avoid holding the brake pedal down
too long or too frequently. This
could cause the brakes to overheat
and result in reduced braking effi-
ciency.
Improving fuel economy is easy–just take
it easy. It will help make your vehicle last
longer, too. Here are some specific tips
on how to save money on both fuel and
repairs:
Keep your tires inflated at the cor-
rect pressure. Underinflation causes
tire wear and wastes fuel. See page on
301.
Do not carry unneeded weight in
your vehicle. Excess weight puts a
heavier load on the engine, causing
greater fuel consumption.
Avoid lengthy warmup idling. Once
the engine is running smoothly, begin
driving—but gently. Remember, howev-
er, that on cold winter days this may
take a little longer.
Accelerate slowly and smoothly.
Avoid jackrabbit starts.
Avoid long engine idling. If you have
a long wait and you are not in traffic,
it is better to turn off the engine and
start again later.
Avoid engine over-revving. Use a
gear position suitable for the road on
which you are travelling.
Avoid continuous speeding up and
slowing down. Stop−and− go driving
wastes fuel.
Avoid unnecessary stopping and
braking. Maintain a steady pace. Try
to time the traffic signals so you only
need to stop as little as possible or
take advantage of through streets to
avoid traffic lights. Keep a proper dis-
tance from other vehicles to avoid sud-
den braking. This will also reduce wear
on your brakes.
Avoid heavy traffic or traffic jams
whenever possible.
Do not rest your foot on the brake
pedal. This causes premature wear,
overheating and poor fuel economy.
Maintain a moderate speed on high-
ways. The faster you drive, the greater
the fuel consumption. By reducing your
speed, you will cut down on fuel con-
sumption.
How to save fuel and make
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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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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 . . . . . . .