2008 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER fuel cap

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11. Key information .................. 28
Keys ..................................... 28
12. Opening, closing and
locking the doors ............. 30
Wireless remote control ....... 30
Side doors ............................ 33
Access doors ........................ 36
Back door ............................. 38
Glass hatch .......................... 41
13. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors, steering
wheel) ................................ 43
Front seats ........................... 43
Rear seats ............................ 44
Head restraints ..................... 49
Seat belts ............................. 51
Steering wheel ..................... 57
Anti−glare inside rear view
mirror .................................. 58
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 59
14. Opening and closing the
windows ............................ 62
Power windows .................... 62
15. Refueling ............................. 64
Opening the fuel tank cap .... 64
16. Theft deterrent system ...... 68
Engine immobilizer
system ................................ 68Theft prevention labels
(U.S.A.) ............................... 70
17. Safety information .............. 71
Correct driving posture ......... 71
SRS airbags ......................... 73
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........... 85
Child restraint systems ......... 90
Installing child restraints ....... 93
21. Driving procedures ........... 104
Driving the vehicle .............. 104
Engine (ignition) switch ....... 114
Automatic
Transmission ...... 117
Manual Transmission ......... 119
Turn signal lever ................. 121
Parking brake ..................... 122
22. Instrument cluster ............ 124
Gauges and meters ............ 124
Indicators and warning
lights ................................. 127
Accessory meter ................. 130
23. Operating the lights and
wipers .............................. 131
Headlight switch ................. 131
Windshield wipers and
washer .............................. 133
Rear window wiper and
washer .............................. 135
1Before driving
2When driving

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1−5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap
Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap.
 Before refueling the vehicle
Turn the engine switch off and ensure that all the doors, win−
dows and glass hatch are closed.
 Opening the fuel tank cap
Open the fuel filler door.
Turn the fuel tank cap slowly
to open.

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1−5. Refueling
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Before driving
Closing the fuel tank cap
When replacing the fuel tank
cap, turn it until a clicking sound
is heard.
After releasing your hand, the cap
will turn slightly to the opposite
direction.
Hang the tether as shown in
the illustration.
 Fuel types
Use premium unleaded gasoline. (91 Octane Rating [Research Octane
Number 96] or higher)
 Fuel tank capacity
Approximately 19.0 gal. (72.0 L, 15.8 Imp. gal.)

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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.

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2−5. Driving information
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When driving
Cargo and luggage
Capacity and distribution
Cargo capacity depends on the total weight of the occupants.
(Cargo capacity) = (Total load capacity)
(Total weight of occupants)
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit—
(1) Locate the statement “The co
mbined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s
placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that
will be riding in your vehicle.
(3)Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from
XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals the av
ailable amount of cargo and lug−
gage load capacity.
For example, if the “XXX” amount
equals 1400 lbs. and there will
be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available
cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400
750 (5 150)
= 650 lbs.)
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load
capacity calculated in Step 4.
Take notice of the following information about storage precau
tions, cargo capacity and load.
 Stow cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment whenever
possible.
Be sure all items are secured in place.

Be careful to keep the vehicle level. Placing the weight as far for−
ward as possible helps maintain vehicle balance.
 For better fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary weight.

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4−2. Maintenance
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs
Some states have vehicle emissi on inspection programs which
include OBD (On Board Diagnostics) checks. The OBD system moni
tors the operation of th
e emission control system.
 If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on
The OBD system determines that a problem exists somewhere
in the emission control system.
Your vehicle may not pass the I/
M test and may need to be repaired. Contact your Toyota dealer
to service the vehicle.
 Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test:
 When the battery is disconnected or discharged
Readiness codes that are se t during ordinary driving are
erased.
Also, depending on your driving habits, the readiness codes
may not be completely set.

When the fuel tank cap is loose
The malfunction indicator lamp comes on as a temporary mal−
function and your vehicle may not pass the I/M test.

When the malfunction indicator lamp goes off after several
driving trips
The error code in the OBD system will not be cleared unless the
vehicle is driven 40 or more times.
 If your vehicle does not pass the I/M test
Contact your Toyota dealer to prepare the vehicle for re−testing.

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 Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as already in
the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap, turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly.
Checking the dipstick.
Reinstall the filler cap, turning it clockwise.
The approximate quantity of oil needed to raise the level between low and
full on the dipstick is indicated as follows:
1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 lmp. qt.)

Recommended viscosity
SAE 5W−30 is the best choice for
good fuel economy, and good
starting in cold weather.
*: If SAE 5W−30 oil is not avail−
able, SAE 10W−30 oil may be
used. However, it should be
replaced with SAE 5W−30 at
the next oil change.
Oil grade ILSAC multigrade engine oil
Items Clean funnel
Outside temperature

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4−3. Do−it−yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Tire inflation pressure check interval
You should check tire pressure every two weeks, or at least once a
month.
Do not forget to check the spare.
Effects of incorrect tire inflation pressure
Driving with incorrect tire inflation pressure may result in the following:
Reduced fuel efficiency
Reduced driving comfort and tire life
Reduced safety
Damage to the drive train
If a tire needs frequent re
filling, have it checked by your Toyota dealer.
 Inspection and adjustment procedure
Ti r e va l v e
Tire pressure gauge
Remove the tire valve cap.
Press the tip of the tire pressure gauge onto the tire valve.
Read the pressure using the graduations of the gauge.
If the tire inflation pressure is not within the recommended
levels, adjust inflate the tire.
If you add too much air, pres
s the center of the valve to
lower.
After completing the tire inflation pressure measurement
and adjustment, apply soapy water to the valve and check
for leakage.
Reinstall the tire valve cap.
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