2008 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER transmission

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2−1. Driving procedures
Engine (ignition) switch
 Engine switch
LOCK
The steering wheel is locked
and the key can be removed.
ACC
Some electrical components
such as the audio system can
be used.
ON
All electrical components can
be used.
START
For starting the engine.
 Starting the engine
Automatic transmission
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in P.
Sit in the driver ’s seat and firmly depress the brake pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the START position and start the
engine.
Manual transmission
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in N.
Firmly depress the brake pedal and clutch pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the START position and start the
engine.

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2−1. Driving procedures
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When driving
 Turning the key from ACC to LOCK
 Steering lock release
 If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P. 68)
 Key reminder function
A buzzer sounds if the driver ’s door is opened, while the engine switch is in
the ACC or LOCK position to remind you to remove the key.
CAUTION
 When starting the engine
Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the
accelerator while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
Shift the shift lever to P (auto−
matic transmission) or N (man−
ual transmission). (
P. 1 1 7119)
Push in the key and turn to the
LOCK position.
When starting the engine, the engine
switch may seem stuck in the LOCK posi−
tion. To free it, turn the key while turning
the steering wheel slightly in either direc−
tion.

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2−1. Driving procedures
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When driving
Automatic Transmission (if equipped)
Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions.
 Shifting the shift lever
While the engine switch is on, depress the brake pedal and
move the shift lever.
 Shift position uses
*: To improve fuel consumption and reduce noises, set the shift lever in
D for normal driving.
Shift positionFunction
PParking the vehicle or starting the engine
RReversing
NNeutral
DNormal driving*
4Position for engine braking
3, 2Position for more powerful engine braking
LPosition for maximum engine braking

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2−1. Driving procedures
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When driving
Manual Transmission (if equipped)
Fully depress the clutch pedal before operating the shift lever, and
then release it slowly.

128 2−2. Instrument cluster
 Indicators
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the
vehicle’s various systems.
Turn signal indicator
(
P. 121)(if equipped)
Active traction control
system indicator (
P.
148)
Headlight high beam
indicator (
P. 131)
*
(if equipped)
AUTO LSD indicator
(
P. 150)
Security indicator
(
P. 68)(if equipped)
Four−wheel drive
indicator(
P. 146)
(Automatic
transmission
vehicles)
Shift position and shift
range indicators
(
P. 117)
(if equipped)
Center differential lock
indicator (
P. 144)
(if equipped)
Rear differential lock
indicator (
P. 152)
(if equipped)
Cruise control indicator
(
P. 136)
*AIR BAG ON indicator
(
P. 85)
*Slip indicator
(
P. 148, 150, 156)
*AIR BAG OFF indicator
(
P. 85)
*VSC OFF indicator
(
P. 157)

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2−2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
CAUTION
 If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as ABS and the SRS airbag warning light
not come on when you start the engine, this could mean that these systems
are not available to help protect you in an accident, which could result in
death or serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer
immediately if this occurs.
 Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the
vehicle’s systems. ( P. 331)
*: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the ON
position to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will
turn off after the engine is started, or after a few seconds. There may
be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or if the
lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer.
(Canada)(U.S.A.)
(U.S.A.)(Automatic
transmission
vehicles)
(if equipped)
********
**

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2−4. Using other driving systems
2
When driving
 Cruise control can be set when
 The shift lever is in D or 4 (vehicles with an automatic transmission).
Vehicle speed is between approximately 25 mph (40 km/h) and 125 mph
(200 km/h).
 Accelerating
The vehicle can be accelerated normally.
Automatic cruise control cancelation
The set speed is automatically cancelled in any of the following situations.
Actual vehicle speed falls more than 10 mph (16 km/h) below the preset
vehicle speed.
At this time, the memorized set speed is not retained.
 Actual vehicle speed is below 25 mph (40 km/h).

VSC is activated.
 Canceling and resuming regular acceleration
Cancel
Pull the lever towards you to
cancel cruise control.
The speed setting is also can−
celed when the brakes are
applied or the clutch
depressed (manual transmis−
sion).
Resume
To resume cruise control and
return to the set speed, push
the lever up.

138 2−4. Using other driving systems
 If the cruise control indicator light flashes
Press the ON−OFF button to turn the cruise control off, and then reactivate
the system.
If the cruise control speed cannot be set or if the cruise control cancels
immediately after being activated, there may be a malfunction in the cruise
control system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
CAUTION
 To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake
Keep the ON−OFF button off when not in use.
Situations unsuitable for cruise control
Do not use cruise control in any of the following situations.
Doing so may result in control of the vehicle being lost and could cause seri−
ous or fatal accident.
 In heavy traffic
On roads with sharp bends
On winding roads
On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow
On steep hills
While driving with the cruise control on
Vehicles with a manual transmission, do not shift to N without depressing the
clutch pedal, as this may cause engine racing or overrevving.