2008 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER engine

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6−1. Specifications
Fuel infor mation
 Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your Toyota has a fuel tank opening that
only accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
 If premium gasoline is not available
If 91 rating gasoline cannot be obtained, you may use unleaded gasoline
with an octane rating as low as 87 (Research Octane Number 91).
 If your engine knocks
 Consult your Toyota dealer.
You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while
accelerating or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for
concern.
 Gasoline quality
In very few cases, driveability problems may be caused by the brand of
gasoline you are using. If driveability problems persist, try changing the
brand of gasoline. If this does not correct the problem, consult your Toyota
dealer.
 Gasoline quality standards
 Automotive manufacturers in the US, Europe and Japan have developed
a specification for fuel quality called World−Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC)
that is expected to be applied worldwide.
 The WWFC consists of four categories that are based on required
emission levels. In the US, category 4 has been adopted.
The WWFC improves air quality by lowering emissions in vehicle fleets,
and customer satisfaction through better performance. Your vehicle must use only unleaded gasoline.
Premium unleaded gasoline with an
octane rating of 91 (Research
Octane Number 96) or higher required for optimum engine
performance.
At minimum, the gasoline you us e should meet th e specifications
of ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A. and CGSB3.5−M93 in Canada.

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Vehicle specifications
 Toyota recommends the use of gasoline containing detergent additives
 Toyota recommends the use of gasoline that contains detergent additives
to avoid build−up of engine deposits.
All gasoline sold in the US contains detergent additives to clean and/or
keep clean intake systems.
 Toyota recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline
Cleaner burning gasoline, including reformulated gasoline that contains
oxygenates such as ethanol or MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) is
available in many areas.
Toyota recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline and appropriately
blended reformulated gasoline. These types of gasoline provide excellent
vehicle performance, reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality.
 Toyota does not recommend blended gasoline
 Toyota allows the use of oxygenate blended gasoline where the
oxygenate content is up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE.
If you use gasohol in your Toyota, be sure that it has an octane rating no
lower than 91.
 Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol.
Toyota does not recommend gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains octane enhancing additive called MMT
(Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline that contains MMT. If fuel
containing MMT is used, your emission control system may be adversely
affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the instrument cluster may come on. If
this happens, contact your Toyota dealer for service.

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NOTICE
 Notice on gasoline quality
 Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s three−way catalytic
converters causing the emission control system to malfunction.
 Do not use gasohol other than that stated here.
Other gasohol may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance
problems.
 Use of unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than 91 may result in
engine knocking. Persistent knocking can lead to engine damage and
should be corrected by refueling with higher octane unleaded gasoline.
 Fuelrelated poor driveability
If after using a different type of fuel, poor driveability is encountered (poor
hot starting, vaporization, engine knocking, etc.), discontinue the use of that
type of fuel.
 When refueling with gasohol
Take care not to spill gasohol.
It can damage your vehicle’s paint.

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Warning: The temperature grades for this tire are established for a
tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation,
or excessive loading, either
separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible
tire failure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related term Meaning
Cold tire inflation
pressureTire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a
tire may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of
the tire
Recommended
inflation pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weightThe combined weight (in excess of those
standard items which may be replaced) of
transmission, power steering, power brakes,
power windows, power seats, radio and heater,
to the extent that these items are available as
factory−installed equipment (whether installed
or not)
Curb weightThe weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded
vehicle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight

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6−2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
Door lock
(
P. 33)Unlocking using a keyDriver ’s door
unlocked in
one step, all
doors
unlocked in
two stepsAll doors
unlocked in
one step
Automatic
light off sys−
tem
(
P. 131)Time elapsed before
headlights automati−
cally turn off after doors
are closed30 seconds0 seconds
60 seconds
90 seconds
Illumination
(
P. 226)Time elapsed before
lights turn off15 seconds7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation after the
engine switch is turned
to the LOCK positionON OFF
Operation when the
doors are unlockedON OFF
Seat Belt
Reminder
Buzzer
(
P. 334)Vehicle speed linked
seat belt reminder
buzzer
ON OFF
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomizedsetting

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Items to initialize
ItemWhen to initialize Reference
Engine oil maintenance
dataAfter changing engine oil
P. 278
The following items must be init ialized for normal system operation
in cases such as after the battery is
reconnected, or maintenance is
performed on the vehicle.

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Alphabetical index
Care
Exterior ................................. 258
Interior .................................. 260
Seat belts ............................. 261
Cargo capacity ........................ 165
Cargo net hook ........................ 250
CD player ................................. 200
Center differential lock ........... 144
Certification label ............ 172, 363
Chains ...................................... 170
Child restraint system
Booster seats, definition ......... 90
Booster seats, installation ...... 96
Convertible seats, definition ... 90
Convertible seats,
installation ............................ 95
Front passenger occupant
classification system ............ 85
Infant seat, definition .............. 90
Infant seats, installation .......... 94
Installing CRS with lower
anchorages .......................... 97
Installing CRS with seat
belts ..................................... 93
Installing CRS with top
straps ................................... 98
Child safety
Airbag precautions ................. 81
Battery precautions ...... 284, 355
Child restraint system ............. 90
How your child should wear
the seat belt ......................... 53
Installing child restraints ......... 93
Power window lock switch ...... 62
Power window precautions..... 63
Removed key battery
precautions ........................ 302
Seat belt extender
precautions .......................... 54
Seat belt precautions.............. 54
Cleaning
Exterior ................................. 258
Interior .................................. 260Seat belts .............................. 261
Clinometer ................................ 130
Clock ........................................ 237
Clutch start cancel switch....... 155
Compass ........................... 130, 252
Condenser ................................ 280
Cooling system
Engine overheating ............... 356
CRS ............................................. 90
Cruise control........................... 136
Cup holders .............. 228, 229, 232
Curtain shield airbags ............... 73
Customizable features............. 386
Daytime running light
system .................................... 132
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 190
Dimension................................. 362
Dinghy towing .......................... 182
Doityourself maintenance..... 269
Doors
Access doors........................... 36
Door glasses ........................... 62
Door lock ........................... 30, 33
Open door warning light ........ 334
Side doors ............................... 33
Side mirrors ............................. 59
Driver’s seat belt reminder
buzzer ..................................... 334
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light ......................................... 334
Driving
Break−in tips .......................... 106
Correct posture ....................... 71
Driving assist systems........... 156
Procedures ............................ 114
Winter driving tips.................. 169
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Alphabetical index
Emergency, in case of
Blown fuse............................. 303
If the engine will not start ...... 350
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P...................... 351
If the vehicle battery is
discharged .......................... 353
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 331
If the warning light turns on ... 331
If you have a flat tire ............. 340
If you lose your keys ............. 352
If you think something is
wrong .................................. 327
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 359
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 322
If your vehicle overheats ....... 356
Engine
Compartment ........................ 274
Engine switch ........................ 114
Exhaust gas .......................... 110
Hood...................................... 273
How to start the engine ......... 114
Identification number ............. 363
If the engine will not start ...... 350
Ignition switch........................ 114
Immobilizer system ................. 68
Overheating........................... 356
Warning light ......................... 331
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 366
Checking ............................... 279
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 169
Temperature gauge............... 124
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ...................................... 124
Engine immobilizer system....... 68
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 365
Checking ............................... 275Preparing and checking before
winter .................................. 169
Warning light ................. 332, 334
Engine oil maintenance
data ......................................... 278
Engine switch........................... 114
Event data recorder ................. 329
Floor mat .................................. 247
Fluid
Brake..................................... 280
Washer.................................. 286
Fourwheel drive system
Four−wheel drive control
lever .................................... 144
Front−−wheel drive control
lever .................................... 146
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............. 85
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light ........................ 334
Front passenger’s seat belt
warning buzzer ...................... 334
Front seats
Adjustment .............................. 43
Front side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 317
Switch ................................... 131
Wattage................................. 371
Front turn signal lights
Lever ..................................... 121
Replacing light bulbs ............. 317
Switch ................................... 121
Wattage................................. 371
Fuel
Capacity ................................ 364
Fuel gauge ............................ 124
Fuel pump shut off system .... 328
Gas station information ......... 408
Information ............................ 372
Refueling ................................. 64
Type ...................................... 364
Warning light ......................... 334
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