2008 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER tow

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe−driving information.
3Interior
featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in−
terior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do−it−
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For U.S.
ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

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24. Using other driving
systems ........................... 136
Cruise control ...................... 136
Intuitive parking assist......... 139
Four−wheel drive system
(4WD models with a manual
transmission) .................... 144
Four−wheel drive system
(4WD models with an
automatic transmission) .... 146
Active traction control
system .............................. 148
AUTO LSD system (2WD
models) ............................. 150
Rear differential lock
system .............................. 152
Clutch start cancel switch
(vehicles with a manual
transmission) .................... 155
Driving assist systems ........ 156
25. Driving information ........... 160
Off−road precautions ........... 160
Cargo and luggage ............. 165
Vehicle load limits ............... 168
Winter driving tips ............... 169
Trailer towing ...................... 172
Dinghy towing ..................... 182
31. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger...... 184
Air conditioning system ....... 184
Rear window defogger ........ 19032. Using the audio system ... 191
Audio system types ............ 191
Using the radio ................... 194
Using the CD player ........... 200
Playing back MP3 and
WMA discs ....................... 208
Optimal use of the audio
system .............................. 217
Operating the sub woofer ... 220
Changing display color
(type B only) ..................... 221
Using the AUX adapter....... 222
Using the steering wheel
audio switches.................. 224
33. Using the interior lights ... 226
Interior lights list ................. 226
 Interior lights.................... 227
34. Using the storage
features ........................... 228
List of storage features ....... 228
Glove box ......................... 228
Cup holders (front) ........... 229
Cup holders (rear) ............ 232
Bottle holders ................... 233
Auxiliary box ..................... 234
35. Other interior features ..... 235
Sun visors........................... 235
Vanity mirror ....................... 236
Clock .................................. 237
Outside temperature
display .............................. 238
Power outlet (12V DC) ....... 239
Power outlet
(if 115V AC equipped) ...... 240
Armrest ............................... 246
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Floor mat ............................ 247
Luggage storage box (vehicles
without sub woofer) .......... 248
Luggage compartment
features ............................ 249
Compass ............................ 252
41. Maintenance and care ...... 258
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle exterior ................. 258
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle interior .................. 260
42. Maintenance ..................... 263
Maintenance
requirements .................... 263
General maintenance ......... 265
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 268
43. Doityourself
maintenance ................... 269
Do−it−yourself service
precautions ...................... 269
Hood ................................... 273
Engine compartment .......... 274
Tires ................................... 287
Tire inflation pressure ......... 292
Wheels ............................... 296
Air conditioning filter ........... 298
Key battery ......................... 301
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................ 303
Light bulbs .......................... 31451. Essential information ....... 322
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................ 322
If you think something is
wrong ................................ 327
Fuel pump shut off
system .............................. 328
Event data recorder ............ 329
52. Steps to take in an
emergency ...................... 331
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................... 331
If you have a flat tire ........... 340
If the engine will not start .... 350
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ................... 351
If you lose your keys ........... 352
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ........................ 353
If your vehicle overheats ..... 356
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................. 359
61. Specifications ................... 362
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 362
Fuel information .................. 372
Tire information ................... 375
4Maintenance and care
5When trouble arises
6Vehicle specifications

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1−2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Before driving
 Key battery depletion
The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years. (The battery becomes depleted
even if the key is not used.) If the wireless remote control function does not
operate, the battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when necessary.
(P. 301)
Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
Conditions affecting operation
The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the follow−
ing situations.
Near a TV tower, radio station, electr ic power plant, airport or other facil−
ity that generates strong radio waves
 When carrying a portable radio, cell ular phone or other wireless commu−
nication device
Conditions affecting operation
When multiple wireless keys are in the vicinity
When the wireless key has come into contact with, or is covered by a
metallic object
 When a wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby
When the wireless key has been left near an electrical appliance such as
a personal computer
 Customization that can be configured at Toyota dealer
Settings (e.g. wireless remote control system) can be changed.
(Customizable features
P. 386)

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1−3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
Rear seats
The seatbacks of the rear seats can be folded down.
Stow the seat belt buckles and
remove the head restraints.
Swing the bottom cushion up
by pulling the lock release
strap.

48 1−3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
CAUTION
 When the seatback is folded
Do not sit on or place anything on the seatback while driving.
When returning the seats to their original position
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
Be careful not to get your hands or feet pinched in the seat.
Make sure the seatbacks and bottom cushions are securely locked. Fail−
ure to do so will prevent the
seat belt from operating properly.
 Check that the seat belts are not twisted or caught under the seat.
Arrange the seat belts in the proper positions for ready use.
When removing or reinstalling the bottom cushion
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
Do not get in the vehicle with the bottom cushions uninstalled.
Do not leave the removed bottom cushion unsecured in the vehicle.
Do not try to sit on or place anything on the removed bottom cushion.
Do not drop the bottom cushion.

Have the hexagon head bolts tightened with a torque wrench to 12.5 ft⋅lbf
(17 N⋅m, 1.7 kgf⋅m), or have them tightened by your Toyota dealer.
Failure to do so may cause the dials to be loosened and the bottom cush−
ions to be removed.
NOTICE
 Before folding down or removing the seats
 The seat belts buckles must be stowed.

The head restraints must be removed before you fold down the seatback.

50 1−3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
 Adjusting the height of the head restraints
 Adjusting the rear seat head restraints
Always raise the head restraint one level from the stowed position when
using.
 Head restraints of different seats
The head restraints are specially designed for the seats on which they are
installed.
CAUTION
 Head restraint precautions
Observe the following precautions regarding the head restraints. Failure to
do so may result in death or serious injury.
 Adjust the head restraints to the correct position at all times.

Do not drive with the head restraints removed.
Make sure that the head restraints are
adjusted so that the center of the head
restraint is closest to the top of your ears.

80 1−7. Safety information
CAUTION
 SRS airbag precautions
Observe the following precautions regarding the airbags.
Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury.
 The driver and all passengers in the vehicle must wear their seat belts
properly.
The SRS airbags are supplemental devices to be used with the seat belts.
 The SRS driver airbag deploys with considerable force, and can cause
death or serious injury especially if the driver is very close to the airbag.
The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (“NHTSA”) advises:
Since the risk zone for driver airbag is the first 2 − 3 in. (50 − 75 mm) of infla−
tion, placing yourself 10 in. (250 mm) fr
om your driver airbag provides you
with a clear margin of safety. This distance is measured from the center of
the steering wheel to your breastbone.
If you sit less than 10 in. (250 mm)
away now, you can change your driving position in several ways:
Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the
pedals comfortably.
Slightly recline the back of the seat.
Although vehicle designs vary, many drivers can achieve the 10 in.
(250 mm) distance, even with the driver seat all the way forward, sim−
ply by reclining the back of the seat somewhat. If reclining the back of
your seat makes it hard to see the road, raise yourself by using a firm,
non−slippery cushion, or raise the seat if your vehicle has that feature.
If your steering wheel is adjustable, tilt it downward. This points the air−
bag toward your chest instead of your head and neck.
The seat should be adjusted as recommended by NHTSA above, while still
maintaining control of the foot pedals, steering wheel, and your view of the
instrument panel controls.