2005 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER radiator cap

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If your engine stalls while driving...1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Move cautiously off the
road to a safe place.
2. Turn on your emergency flashers.
3. Try starting the engine again.
If the engine will not start, see “If your
vehicle will not start” on page 252.
CAUTION
If the engine is not running, the pow-
er assist for the brakes and steering
will not work so steering and braking
will be much harder than usual.
If engine speed does not increase when
the accelerator pedal is depressed, the
electronic throttle control system may
be faulty. Move the vehicle to a safe
place by means of creeping and call a
Toyota dealer for assistance:
1. Depress the brake pedal and shift to the “D” position.
2. Gradually release the brake pedal, and the vehicle starts to move by creeping.
After arriving at a safe place, stop the
vehicle and call a Toyota dealer for
assistance.
CAUTION
The above method of moving the
vehicle is for emergency. Use it
only for moving minimum distances
to a safe place.
Be especially careful to prevent er-
roneous pedal operation.
If your vehicle overheats
If your engine coolant temperature
gauge indicates overheating, if you ex-
perience a loss of power, or if you hear
a loud knocking or pinging noise, the
engine has probably overheated. You
should follow this procedure...
1. Pull safely off the road, stop the ve- hicle and turn on your emergency
flashers. Put the transmission in “P”
and apply the parking brake. Turn off
the air conditioning if it is being used.
2. If coolant or steam is boiling out of the radiator or reservoir, stop the engine.
Wait until the steam subsides before
opening the hood. If there is no coolant
boiling over or steam, leave the engine
running.
CAUTION
To help avoid personal injury, keep
the hood closed until there is no
steam. Escaping steam or coolant is
a sign of very high pressure.
If your engine stalls while
driving If you cannot incr
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3. Visually check to see if the enginedrive belt (fan belt) is broken or loose.
Look for obvious coolant leaks from the
radiator, hoses, and under the vehicle.
However, note that water draining from
the air conditioning is normal if it has
been used.
CAUTION
When the engine is running, keep
hands and clothing away from the
moving fan and engine drive belts.
4. If the engine drive belt is broken or thecoolant is leaking, stop the engine im-
mediately. Call a Toyota dealer for as-
sistance.
5. If the engine drive belt is O.K. and there are no obvious leaks, you may
help the engine cool down more quickly
by running it at about 1500 rpm for a
few minutes with the accelerator pedal
lightly depressed.
6. Check the coolant reservoir. If it is dry, add coolant to the reservoir while the
engine is running. Fill it about half full.
For the coolant type, see “Coolant type
selection” on page 299.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to remove the radiator
cap when the engine and radiator are
hot. Serious injury could result from
scalding hot fluid and steam blown
out under pressure.
7. After the engine coolant temperaturehas cooled to normal, again check the
coolant level in the reservoir. If neces-
sary, bring it up to half full again. Seri-
ous coolant loss indicates a leak in the
system. You should have it checked as
soon as possible at your Toyota dealer.
If you have a flat tire—
1. Reduce your speed gradually,keeping a straight line. Move cau-
tiously off the road to a safe place
well away from the traffic. Avoid
stopping on the center divider of
a highway. Park on a level spot
with firm ground.
2. Stop the engine and turn on your emergency flashers.
3. Firmly set the parking brake and put the transmission in “P”.
4. Have everyone get out of the ve- hicle on the side away from traffic.
5. Read the following instructions thoroughly.

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Engine compartment overview
1. Engine oil filler cap
2. Brake fluid reservoir
3. Fuse block
4. Battery
5. Windshield and rear window washerfluid tank
6. Engine oil level dipstick
7. Condenser
8. Radiator
9. Engine coolant reservoir
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If you perform maintenance by yourself,
be sure to follow the correct procedure
given in this section.
You should be aware that improper or in-
complete servicing may result in operating
problems.
Performing do−it−yourself maintenance
during the warranty period may affect your
warranty coverage. Read the separate
Toyota Warranty statement for details and
suggestions.
This part gives instructions only for those
items that are relatively easy for an owner
to perform. As explained in Section 6,
there are still a number of items that must
be done by a qualified technician with
special tools.
For information on tools and parts for do −
it −yourself maintenance, see “Parts and
tools” on page 293.
Utmost care should be taken when work-
ing on your vehicle to prevent accidental
injury. Here are a few precautions that
you should be especially careful to ob-
serve:CAUTION
When the engine is running, keep
hands, clothing, and tools away
from the moving fan and engine
drive belts. (Removing rings,
watches, and ties is advisable.)
Right after driving, the engine
compartment—the engine, radiator,
exhaust manifold, power steering
fluid reservoir and spark plug
boots, etc.—will be hot. So be care-
ful not to touch them. Oil, fluids
and spark plugs may also be hot.
If the engine is hot, do not remove
the radiator cap or loosen the drain
plugs to prevent burning yourself.
Do not leave anything that may
burn easily, such as paper or rags,
in the engine compartment.
Do not smoke, cause sparks or al-
low open flames around fuel or the
battery. Their fumes are flammable.
Be extremely cautious when work-
ing on the battery. It contains poi-
sonous and corrosive sulfuric acid.
Do not get under your vehicle with
just the body jack supporting it. Al-
ways use automotive jack stands or
other solid supports.
Be sure that the ignition is off if
you work near the electric cooling
fan or radiator grille. With the igni-
tion on, the electric cooling fan will
automatically start to run if the air
conditioning is on.
Use eye protection whenever you
work on or under your vehicle
where you may be exposed to flying
or falling material, fluid spray, etc.
Used engine oil contains potentially
harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as in-
flammation or skin cancer, so care
should be taken to avoid prolonged
and repeated contact with it. To re-
move used engine oil from your
skin, wash thoroughly with soap
and water.
Do not leave used oil within the
reach of children.
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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
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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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N
New vehicle break
−in 209 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
O
Odometer 121
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Off road vehicle precautions 208
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Oil
Consumption 214
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Power steering 301
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Pressure gauge 119
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Viscosity and grade 296
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Oil consumption 214
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Operation in foreign countries 211
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Outside rear view mirror heaters 115 . . . . . . .
Outside temperature display 188
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Overheating, Engine coolant 118
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Overview
Engine compartment 290
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P
Parking brake
Operation 142 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reminder light 142 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Personal light 112 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Polishing 277 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power outlet 192 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power quarter windows 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power rear view mirror control 99 . . . . . . . . . .
Power steering
Fluid level 301 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power window switches 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preloaders (seat belt pretensioners) 55 . . . . . Pretensioners
(seat belt pretensioners) 55 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Protecting your Toyota from corrosion 276 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Q
Quarter windows 24
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R
Radiator
Coolant, Engine 298 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio 152 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear air conditioning system 184 . . . . . . . . . .
Rear seat
Third seat entry 38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear seat audio system 170 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear step bumper 219 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear view mirrors
Folding 100 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside 99 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power 99 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear view monitor system 189 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear window defogger switch 115 . . . . . . . . . .
Rear window wiper and washer switch 114 . .
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners 332 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rollover sensing of curtain shield airbag off switch 193 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Roof luggage carrier 202 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
S
Seat adjustment precautions
Front seats 35 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt extender 53 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belts
Cleaning 279 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fastening 48 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt precautions 48 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt pretensioners 55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat heater switches 47 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seating capacity 230 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seats 34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Second seat 37, 38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service and maintenance 284 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side door locks 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Skyhook TEMS 145, 147 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spare fuse 314 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spare tire 259 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spark plugs
Iridium −tipped spark plugs 215 . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications 324 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS driver and
front passenger airbags 58 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS side and curtain shield airbags with rollover sensing function 65 . . . . . . . . .
Starting
Cold weather 236 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine 236 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jump starting 253 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering
Power tilt steering wheel 98 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering column
Column lock 134
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Steering pad switches 172
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Sun visors 105
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