2008 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER immobilizer

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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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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1−6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system
 System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance−free type of engine immobilizer system.
Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
If the key is in contact with a metallic object
If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system
(key with a built−in transponder chip) of another vehicle
 Certifications for the engine immobilizer system
For vehicles sold in U.S.A.
FCC ID: MOZRI−20BTY
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interfer−
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC WARNING:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user ’s authority to operate the equipment. The vehicle’s keys have builtin tr ansponder chips that prevent the
engine from starting if the key has not been previously registered in
the vehicle’s onboard computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
The indicator light flashes after
the key has been removed
from the engine switch to indi−
cate that the system is operat−
ing.

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1−6. Theft deterrent system
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Before driving
For vehicles sold in Canada
This device complies with RSS−210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the device.
NOTICE
 To prevent damage to the key
Do not modify, remove or disable the engine immobilizer system. If any
unauthorized changes or modifications are made, the proper operation of
the system cannot be guaranteed.

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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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5−2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the engine will not star t
If the engine still does not start after following the correct starting
procedure ( P. 114) or releasing the steering lock ( P. 115), confirm
the following points.
 The engine will not start even when the starter motor oper
ates normally.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
 There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine once more following correct starting
procedures.

There may be a malfunction inthe engine immobilizer system.
(P. 6 8 )

The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and
headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at
a low volume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.

The battery may be discharged. ( P. 353)
 The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and
headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.

One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.

The battery may be discharged. ( P. 353)
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.

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5−2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you lose your keys
 If you lose all your master keys.
You cannot make new keys; the whole engine immobilizer system must be
replaced. New genuine Toyota keys can be made by your Toyota dealer using
one of the master keys and the
key number stamped on your key
number plate. ( P. 28)

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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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Alphabetical index
Fuel door .................................... 64
Fuel filler door ........................... 64
Fuel pump shut off system .... 328
Fuses
Fuses.................................... 303
Locations ...................... 307, 311
Gas station information .......... 408
Gauges ..................................... 124
Glass hatch ................................ 41
Glove box ................................. 228
Head restraints
Adjusting ................................ 49
Headlights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 315
Switch ................................... 131
Wattage ................................ 371
Hood ......................................... 273
Hooks
Cargo net.............................. 250
Shopping bag ....................... 251
I/M test ...................................... 268
Identification
Engine .................................. 363
Tire ....................................... 376
Vehicle.................................. 363
Ignition switch ......................... 114
Illuminated entry system ........ 226
Immobilizer system ................... 68
Indicator lights ........................ 127
Initialization
Items to initialize ................... 388
Inside rear view mirror.............. 58
Interior lights
Switch ................................... 227
Wattage ................................ 371
Instrument panel light
control.................................... 125
Intuitive parking assist ........... 139Jack
Positioning the jack ............... 342
Replacing the wheel .............. 340
Jack handle .............................. 342
Keyless entry.............................. 30
Keys
Engine switch ........................ 114
If you lose your keys ............. 352
Ignition switch........................ 114
Key battery ............................ 301
Keyless entry........................... 30
Key number ............................. 28
Keys ........................................ 28
Reminder buzzer ................... 336
Wireless remote control
key .................................. 28, 30
License plate lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 319
Switch.................................... 131
Wattage ................................. 371
Light bulbs
Replacing .............................. 314
Wattage ................................. 371
Lights
Automatic light off system ..... 132
Headlights switch .................. 131
Instrument panel light control
dial ...................................... 125
Interior light switch ................ 227
Replacing light bulbs ............. 314
Turn signal lights switch ........ 121
Wattage ................................. 371
Limited slip differential............ 150
Load capacity ........... 165, 168, 362
Lock steering column ................ 57
Luggage storage box............... 248
Luggage compartment
features................................... 249
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