2008 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER engine oil

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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Floor mat ............................ 247
Luggage storage box (vehicles
without sub woofer) .......... 248
Luggage compartment
features ............................ 249
Compass ............................ 252
41. Maintenance and care ...... 258
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle exterior ................. 258
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle interior .................. 260
42. Maintenance ..................... 263
Maintenance
requirements .................... 263
General maintenance ......... 265
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 268
43. Doityourself
maintenance ................... 269
Do−it−yourself service
precautions ...................... 269
Hood ................................... 273
Engine compartment .......... 274
Tires ................................... 287
Tire inflation pressure ......... 292
Wheels ............................... 296
Air conditioning filter ........... 298
Key battery ......................... 301
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................ 303
Light bulbs .......................... 31451. Essential information ....... 322
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................ 322
If you think something is
wrong ................................ 327
Fuel pump shut off
system .............................. 328
Event data recorder ............ 329
52. Steps to take in an
emergency ...................... 331
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................... 331
If you have a flat tire ........... 340
If the engine will not start .... 350
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ................... 351
If you lose your keys ........... 352
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ........................ 353
If your vehicle overheats ..... 356
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................. 359
61. Specifications ................... 362
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 362
Fuel information .................. 372
Tire information ................... 375
4Maintenance and care
5When trouble arises
6Vehicle specifications

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2−1. Driving procedures
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When driving
NOTICE
 If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually press the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
 It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
The vehicle will make abnormal sounds.
The vehicle will behave abnormally.
Replace a flat tire with a new one. (
P. 342)
 When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle.
 Engine stalling
Short in electrical components
Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following.
Brake function
Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, trans−
mission, transfer (4WD vehicles), differentials, etc.
 Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints
(where possible) and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

164 2−5. Driving information
NOTICE
 To prevent the water damage
 Take all necessary safety measures to ensure that water damage to the
engine or other components does not occur.
Water entering the engine air intake will cause severe engine damage.
Water entering the automatic transmission will cause deterioration in shift
quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration, and ulti−
mately damage.
 Water can wash the grease from wheel bearings, causing rusting and pre−
mature failure, and may also enter the differentials, transmission and
transfer case, reducing the gear oil’s lubricating qualities.
 When you drive through water
If driving through water, such as when crossing shallow streams, first check
the depth of the water and the bottom of the river bed for firmness. Drive
slowly and avoid deep water.
 Inspection after offroad driving
 Sand and mud that has accumulate
d in brake drums and around brake
discs may affect braking efficiency and may damage brake system compo−
nents.
 Always perform a maintenance inspection after each day of off−road driv−
ing that has taken you through rough terrain, sand, mud, or water. For
scheduled maintenance information, refer to the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner ’s Manual Supplement”.

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2−5. Driving information
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When driving
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
 Prewinter preparations
 Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem−
peratures.
Engine oil
Engine coolant
Washer fluid
 Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav−
ity of battery electrolyte.
Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the rear tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
 Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.

Do not try to forcibly open a window, scrape an outside rear
view mirror surface or move a wiper or outside rear view mir−
ror that is frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to
melt the ice. Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it
from freezing.
To ensure proper operation of th e climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
Remove any ice that has accumulated on the vehicle chassis.

Periodically check for and remo ve any excess ice or snow
that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the
brakes.

264 4−2. Maintenance
 Allow inspection and repairs to be performed by a Toyota dealer
 Toyota technicians are well−trained specialists and are kept up to date
with the latest service information. They are well informed about the
operations of all systems on your vehicle.
 Keep a copy of the repair order. It proves that the maintenance that has
been performed is under warranty coverage. If any problem should arise
while your vehicle is under warranty, your Toyota dealer will promptly
take care of it.
CAUTION
 Warning in handling of battery
 Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and a wide variety of automobile
components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. Work in a
well ventilated area.
 Oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste produced by
component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of Califor−
nia to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Avoid
exposure and wash any affected area immediately.
 Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds which are known to cause brain damage. Wash your hands
after handling. (
P. 283)

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4−2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
General maintenance
Engine compartment
Items Check points
Battery Maintenance−free. ( P. 283)
Brake fluid At the correct level? ( P. 280)
Engine coolant At the correct level? ( P. 279)
Engine oil At the correct level? ( P. 275)
Exhaust system No fumes or strange sounds?
Power steering fluid At the correct level? (
P. 282)
Radiator/condenser/hosesNot blocked with foreign matter?
(
P. 280)
Washer fluid At the correct level? (
P. 286)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per
formed at the intervals specified
in the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner ’s Manual Supp lement”. It is recommended that
any problem you notice should be brought to the attention of your
Toyota dealer or qualifie
d service shop for advice.

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Maintenance and care
4−3. Do−it−yourself maintenance
Do−it−yourself ser vice precautions
If you perform maintenance yourself, be sure to follow the correct
procedures as given in these sections.
Items Parts and tools
Battery condition ( P. 283)Warm water
Baking soda
Grease
Conventional wrench
(for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level ( P. 280)FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE
J1703 brake fluid
Rag or paper towel
Funnel (used only for adding
brake fluid)
Engine coolant level ( P. 279)“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.
U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
is pre−mixed with 50% coolant
and 50% deionized water.
Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
is pre−mixed with 55% coolant
and 45% deionized water.
Funnel (used only for adding
engine coolant)
Engine oil level P. 275)Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or
equivalent
Rag or paper towel
Funnel (used only for adding oil)
Fuses ( P. 303)Fuse with same amperage rating
as original

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Maintenance and care
CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury observe the following precautions.
 When working on the engine compartment
 Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine
drive belt.
Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right
after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
 Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the
engine compartment.
Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the bat−
tery. Fuel and battery fumes are flammable.
 Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous
and corrosive sulfuric acid.
Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage
painted surfaces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with
clean water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
When working near the cooling fan or radiator grille
Be sure the engine switch is off.
With the engine switch on, the cooling fan may automatically start to run if
the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high.
 Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from
getting in the eyes.