2008 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER wheel

324 5−1. Essential information
Towing with a slingtype truck
Towing with a wheel lifttype truck from the front
Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheels.
NOTICE
 To prevent body damage
Do not tow with a sling−type truck, either from the front or rear.
NOTICE
 To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle wheels on the ground.

5
When trouble arises
325 5−1. Essential information
Towing with a wheel lifttype truck from the rear
2WD models
Turn the engine switch to the
ACC position.
4WD models
Vehicles with a manual transmis−
sion: Use a towing dolly under
the front wheels.
Vehicles with an automatic trans−
mission: When not using a tow−
ing dolly, turn the engine switch
to the ACC position, shift the
shift lever to N and shift the front−
wheel drive control lever in H2.
NOTICE
 To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission (4WD models)
Never tow this vehicle wheels on the ground.
To prevent damaging the vehicle
Do not tow the vehicle with the key removed or in the LOCK position.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheel
straight.
 When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at
the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the
vehicle could be damaged while being towed.

5
When trouble arises
329
5−1. Essential information
Event data recorder
In a crash or a near car crash event
The SRS airbag sensor assembly contains the EDR. In a crash or a
near car crash event, this device may record some or all of the follow−
ing information:

Engine speed
Whether the brake pedal was applied or not

Vehicle speed

To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed
Position of the transmission shift lever

Whether the driver and front passenger wore seat belts or not

Driver ’s seat position
Front passenger ’s occupant classification

SRS airbag deployment data

SRS airbag system diagnostic data
Your Toyota’s Electronic Contro
l Unit (ECU) may contain another
EDR. There are a variety of driving situations which include activating
the VSC under which the VSC EDR will record certain information.
The VSC EDR may record some or all of the following information:
Behavior of the vehicle

Steering wheel angle
Your vehicle has computers that monitor and control certain aspects
of your vehicle. These computers assi
st in driving and maintaining
optimal vehicle performance.
Besides storing data useful for tr oubleshooting, there is an event
data recorder (EDR) that records data in a crash or a near car
crash event.

330 5−1. Essential information
 Vehicle speed
To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed
To what extent the brake pedal was applied

To what extent the ECU controlled the condition of the 4 wheels

Vehicle stability control system diagnostic data
The information above is intended
to be used for the purpose of
improving vehicle safety performance. Unlike general data recorders,
the EDR does not record sound data such as conversation between
passengers.
Disclosure of the data
Toyota will not disclose the data re corded in an EDR to a third party
except when:
 An agreement from the vehicle’s ow
ner (or the leasing company for
a leased vehicle) is obtained

Officially requested by the police or other authorities
Used as a defense for Toyota in a law suit

Ordered by a court of law
However, if necessary Toyota will:
 Use the data for research on Toyota vehicle safety performance
Disclose the data to a third party for research purposes without dis−
closing details of the vehicle
owner, and only when it is deemed
necessary

Disclose summarized data cleared of vehicle identification informa−
tion to a non−Toyota organization for research purposes

5
When trouble arises
337 5−2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the tire pressure warning system is inoperative
The tire pressure warning system may become inoperative in the follow−
ing conditions:
(When the condition be
comes normal, the system will work properly.)
If tires not equipped with tire pressure warning valves and transmit−
ters are used.
If the ID code on the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters is
not registered in the tire pressure warning computer.
If electronic devices or facilities us ing similar radio wave frequencies
are nearby.
If a radio set at similar frequencies is in use in the vehicle.
If a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed.
If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, in particular around the
wheels or wheel housings.
If non−genuine Toyota wheels are used.
If tire chains are used.
If the spare tire is in a location subject to poor radio wave signal
reception.
If the tire inflation pressure is more than 73 psi (500 kPa, 5.1 kgf/cm2
or bar) or higher.
If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1
minute frequently
If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minute fre−
quently when the engine switch is
turned to the ON position, have it
checked by your Toyota dealer.
 After changing the engine oil (U.S.A. only)
Make sure to reset the oil maintenance data. ( P. 278)
 Customization that can be configured at Toyota dealer
The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled.
(Customizable features
P. 386)

5
When trouble arises
339 5−2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
TPMS (tire pressure warning system ) malfunction may occur for a vari−
ety of reasons, including the installati
on of replacement or alternate tires
or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS (tire pressure warning
system) from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS (tire pres−
sure warning system) malfunction te
lltale after replacing one or more
tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alter−
nate tires and wheels allow the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) to
continue to function properly.
If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could
cause loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
Stop your vehicle in a safe place as
soon as possible. Adjust the tire
inflation pressure immediately.
If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pres−
sure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires.
If the tire is flat, change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired
by the nearest Toyota dealer.
Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate,
you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.
NOTICE
Precaution when installing a different tire
When a tire of a different specification or maker is installed, the tire pres−
sure warning system may
not operate properly.

5
When trouble arises
341 5−2. Steps to take in an emergency
Taking out the jack and tool bag
Remove the cover and loosen
the strap.
Tighten
Loosen
Taking out the spare tire
Vehicles with an aluminum
wheel, remove the wheel orna−
ment.
To protect the wheel and wheel
ornament, place a rag between
the wrench and the wheel orna−
ment, as shown in the illustra−
tion.

342 5−2. Steps to take in an emergency
Turn the hold−down nuts counter−
clockwise with the wheel nut
wrench and remove them.
Replacing a flat tire
Chock the tires.
Flat tireWheel
chock
positions
Front
Left−
hand
sideBehind the
rear right−
hand side
tire
Right−
hand
sideBehind the
rear left−
hand side
tire
Rear
Left−
hand
sideIn front of
the front
right−hand
side tire
Right−
hand
sideIn front of
the front
left−hand
side tire