2008 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER charging

66 1−5. Refueling
CAUTION
 Refueling the vehicle
Observe the following precautions while refueling the vehicle.
Failure to do so, may result in death or serious injury.
 Touch the vehicle or some other metal surface to discharge any static
electricity.
Sparks resulting from discharging static electricity may cause the fuel
vapors to ignite.
 Always hold the grips on the fuel tank cap and turn it slowly to remove it.
A whooshing sound may be heard when the fuel tank cap is loosened.
Wait until the sound cannot be heard before fully removing the cap.
In hot weather, pressurized fuel may spray out of the filler neck and cause
injury.
 Do not allow anyone that has not discharged static electricity from their
bodies to come close to an open fuel tank.
Do not inhale vaporized fuel.
Fuel contains substances that are harmful if inhaled.
 Do not smoke while refueling the vehicle.
Doing so may cause the fuel to ignite and cause a fire.
Do not return to the vehicle or touch any person or object that is statically
charged.
This may cause static electricity to build up, resulting in a possible engine
hazard.
 When replacing the fuel tank cap
Do not use anything but a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap designed for your
vehicle. Doing so may cause a fire or other incident which may result in
death or serious injury.

284 4−3. Do−it−yourself maintenance
 Checking battery condition
Check the battery condition using the indicator color.
Blue: Good condition
White: Charging is necessary.
Have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer.
Red: Not working properly,
have the battery checked by
your Toyota dealer.
 Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable
and explosive. Therefore, before recharging:
 If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to discon−
nect the ground cable.

Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and
disconnecting the charger cables to the battery.
CAUTION
 Chemicals in the battery
A battery contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid and may produce
hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. To reduce the risk of death
or serious injury, take the following precautions while working on or near bat−
tery:
 Do not cause sparks by touching the battery terminals with tools.
Do not smoke or light a match near the battery.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothes.
Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.
Wear protective safety glasses when working near the battery.

Keep children away from the battery.

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4−3. Do−it−yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
CAUTION
 Where to safety charge the battery
Always charge the battery in an open area. Do not charge the battery in a
garage or closed room where there is not sufficient ventilation.
 How to recharge the battery
Only perform a slow charge (5A or less).
The battery may explode if charged at a quicker rate.
 Emergency measures regarding electrolyte
 If electrolyte gets in your eyes
Flush your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and get immedi−
ate medical attention. If possible, continue to apply water with a sponge or
cloth while traveling to the nearest medical facility.
 If electrolyte gets on your skin
Wash the affected area thoroughly. If you feel pain or burning, get medical
attention immediately.
 If electrolyte gets on your clothes
It can soak through clothing on to your skin. Immediately take off the cloth−
ing and follow the procedure above if necessary.
 If you accidentally swallow electrolyte
Drink a large quantity of water or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia,
beaten raw egg or vegetable oil. Get emergency medical attention immedi−
ately.
NOTICE
 When recharging the battery
Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all
accessories are turned off.

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4−3. Do−it−yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
17 RADIO NO.1 20 A Audio system
18 ECU−B 10 AAir conditioning system, multiplex
communication system, SRS air−
bag system, front passenger occu−
pant classification system
19 ALT−S 7.5 A Charging system
20 HORN 10 A Horn
21 A/F HEATER 15 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
22 TRN−HAZ 15 ATurn signal lights, emergency
flashers
23 ETCS 10 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, electronic throttle control
system
24 EFI 20 AEFI NO.2, multiport fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system
25 DR/LCK 20 ADoor lock system, multiplex com−
munication system
26 TOWING 15 A Towing converter
27 RADIO NO.2 20 A Audio system
28 AM1 50 AACC, ECU−IG, IG1, RR WSH, FR
WIP−WSH, 4WD/DIFF and STA
29 J/B 50 A TAIL, PWR OUTLET, POWER
30 ABS MTR 40 A
Anti−lock brake system, vehicle sta−
bility control system, traction con−
trol system, active traction control
system, AUTO LSD system
FuseAmpereCircuit

312 4−3. Do−it−yourself maintenance
7 ECU−IG 10 AAnti−lock brake system, vehicle sta−
bility control system, traction con−
trol system, active traction control
system, AUTO LSD system, multi−
port fuel injection system/sequen−
tial multiport fuel injection system,
cruise control system, back door
lock system, shift lock system, mul−
tiplex communication system
8 IG1 15 ATurn signal lights, air conditioning
system, charging system, clutch
start cancel switch, anti−lock brake
system, traction control system,
active traction control system, vehi−
cle stability control system, AUTO
LSD system, back−up lights, intui−
tive parking assist, rear differential
lock system, power outlet, acces−
sory meter, meter and gauge
9 STA 7.5 AStarting system, clutch start cancel
switch, power outlet
10 TAIL 10 ATail lights, license plate lights, park−
ing lights, instrument panel light
control, illuminations
11 A C C 7 . 5 AShift lock system, outside rear view
mirrors, audio system, power out−
let, clock, accessory meter, multi−
plex communication system
12 POWER 30 A Power windows
FuseAmpereCircuit

332 5−2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the vehi−
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
*: The light may come on when the oil level is extremely low. It is not designed
to indicate low oil level, and the oil level must be checked using the engine
oil level dipstick.
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally
and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging sys−
tem.
Low engine oil pressure warning light
Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low*.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
The electronic engine control system;
The electronic throttle control system;
The electronic automatic transmission control sys−
tem; or
Emission control system.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
The SRS airbag system;
The front passenger occupant classification system;
or
The seat belt pretensioner system.

366 6−1. Specifications
Cooling system
Ignition system
Electrical system
Capacity
Vehicles with an automatic transmission
10.4 qt. (9.8 L, 8.6 Imp.qt.)
Vehicles with a manual transmission
9.9 qt. (9.4 L, 8.3 Imp. qt.)
Coolant typeUse either of the following.
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
Similar high−quality ethylene glycol−based
non−silicate, non−amine, non−nitrite, and
non−borate coolant with long−life hybrid
organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Spark plug
Make DENSO
NGK
K20HR−U11
LFR6C11
Gap 0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
Battery
Open voltage at
68
F (20 C):12.6 12.8 V Fully charged
12.2 12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8 12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage checked 20 minutes after
the key is removed with all the lights
turned off)
Charging rates 5 A max.

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................. 184
ABS ........................................... 156
Access doors ............................. 36
Accessory meter ...................... 130
Active traction control
system .................................... 148
Air conditioning filter............... 298
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter .............. 298
Manual air conditioning
system ................................ 184
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions..... 76
Airbag precautions for your
child ...................................... 80
Airbag warning light............... 332
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions.............................. 76
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ........................... 83
Front passenger occupant
classification system ............. 85
General airbag precautions ..... 80
Locations of airbags ................ 73
Modification and disposal of
airbags .................................. 84
Proper driving posture ....... 71, 80
Side airbag operating
conditions.............................. 76
Side airbag precautions .......... 82
SRS airbags ............................ 73
Antenna..................................... 199
Antilock brake system
ABS warning light .................. 332
Anti−lock brake system .......... 156
Armrest ..................................... 246
Audio input ............................... 222
Audio remote controls............. 224
Audio system
Antenna ................................. 199
Audio input ............................ 222
AUX adapter.......................... 222
CD player .............................. 200MP3/WMA disc ..................... 208
Optimal use ........................... 217
Portable music player ........... 222
Radio..................................... 194
Type ...................................... 191
AUTO LSD system ................... 150
Automatic light off system...... 132
Automatic limited slip
differential .............................. 150
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission ......... 117
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 351
AUX adapter ............................. 222
Auxiliary box .................... 228, 234
Back door ................................... 38
Back door lock ........................... 38
Backup lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 318
Wattage................................. 371
Back window .............................. 41
Battery
Charging system warning
light ..................................... 332
Checking ............................... 283
If the vehicle battery is
discharged .......................... 353
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 169
Bottle holders................... 228, 233
Brake assist.............................. 156
Brakes
Brake system warning
buzzer ................. 149, 151, 158
Brake system warning light ... 331
Fluid ...................................... 280
Parking brake ........................ 122
Breakin tips............................. 106
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