2008 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER washer fluid

134 2−3. Operating the lights and wipers
 The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when
The engine switch must be in the ON position.
If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked and if there is washer fluid in
the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
NOTICE
 When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled
toward you and held continually.
When a nozzle becomes block
Do not try to clear it with a pin
or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

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2−5. Driving information
2
When driving
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
 Prewinter preparations
 Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem−
peratures.
Engine oil
Engine coolant
Washer fluid
 Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav−
ity of battery electrolyte.
Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the rear tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
 Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.

Do not try to forcibly open a window, scrape an outside rear
view mirror surface or move a wiper or outside rear view mir−
ror that is frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to
melt the ice. Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it
from freezing.
To ensure proper operation of th e climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
Remove any ice that has accumulated on the vehicle chassis.

Periodically check for and remo ve any excess ice or snow
that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the
brakes.

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4−2. Maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
General maintenance
Engine compartment
Items Check points
Battery Maintenance−free. ( P. 283)
Brake fluid At the correct level? ( P. 280)
Engine coolant At the correct level? ( P. 279)
Engine oil At the correct level? ( P. 275)
Exhaust system No fumes or strange sounds?
Power steering fluid At the correct level? (
P. 282)
Radiator/condenser/hosesNot blocked with foreign matter?
(
P. 280)
Washer fluid At the correct level? (
P. 286)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per
formed at the intervals specified
in the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner ’s Manual Supp lement”. It is recommended that
any problem you notice should be brought to the attention of your
Toyota dealer or qualifie
d service shop for advice.

270 4−3. Do−it−yourself maintenance
Items Parts and tools
Light bulbs ( P. 314)Bulb with same number and watt−
age rating as original
Phillips−head screwdriver
Power steering fluid level
( P. 282)Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON
® II or III
Rag or paper towel
Funnel (used only for adding
power steering fluid)
Radiator and condenser
( P. 280)
Tire inflation pressure ( P. 292)Tire pressure gauge
Compressed air source
Washer fluid ( P. 286)Water
Washer fluid containing antifreeze
(for winter use)
Funnel (used only for adding
washer fluid)

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4−3. Do−it−yourself maintenance
Engine compar tment
Washer fluid tank (P. 286)
Power steering fluid reservoir
(P. 282)
Radiator cap
Engine oil level dipstick
(P. 275)
Engine coolant reservoir
(
P. 279)Engine oil filler cap
(P. 275)
Brake fluid reservoir
(P. 280)
Fuse box (
P. 303)
Battery (
P. 283)
Condenser ( P. 280)
Radiator (P. 280)
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910
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286 4−3. Do−it−yourself maintenance
Washer fluid
If any washer does not work, the washer tank may be empty.
Open the lid.
Add washer fluid.
NOTICE
 Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid.
Doing so may cause streaking on the vehicle’s painted surfaces.
 Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary.
Refer to the freezing temperatures listed on the washer fluid tank.

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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
Intuitive parking assist
switch .................................. 139
Headlights switch .................. 131
Light switch ........................... 131
Power door lock switch ........... 33
Power window switch .............. 62
Rear differential lock
switch .................................. 152
Turn signal lights ................... 121
Window lock switch ................. 62
Wiper and washer ......... 133, 135
Tachometer............................... 124
Tail lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 318
Switch.................................... 131
Wattage ................................. 371
Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system ..... 68
Theft prevention labels ............ 70
Theft prevention labels.............. 70
Tire inflation pressure ............. 370
Tire information
Glossary ................................ 380
Size ....................................... 377
Tire identification number ...... 376
Uniform tire quality grading ... 378
Tires
Chains ................................... 170
Checking ............................... 287
If you have a flat tire .............. 340
Identification number ............. 376
Inflation pressure................... 370
Inflation pressure sensor ....... 288
Information ............................ 375
Replacing ...................... 287, 340
Rotating tires ......................... 287
Size ....................................... 370
Snow tires ............................. 170
Spare tire............................... 341
Tire pressure warning
system ........................ 287, 337
Warning light ......................... 334Tools ......................................... 340
Total load capacity .................. 168
Towing
Dinghy towing ....................... 182
Emergency towing ................ 322
Trailer towing ........................ 172
Traction control system .......... 156
TRAC ......................................... 156
Trip meter ................................. 124
Turn signal lights
Lever ..................................... 121
Replacing light bulbs ............. 315
Switch ................................... 121
Wattage................................. 371
Vanity mirrors .......................... 236
Vehicle identification
number ................................... 363
Vehicle stability control .......... 156
Voltmeter .................................. 124
VSC ........................................... 156
Warning buzzers
Key reminder......................... 336
Seat belt reminder................. 334
Warning lights
ABS ....................................... 332
Airbag system ....................... 332
Anti−lock brake system .......... 332
Automatic transmission fluid
temperature ........................ 332
Brake system ........................ 331
Charging system ................... 332
Driver’s seat belt ................... 334
Electronic engine control
system ................................ 332
Engine oil replacement ......... 334
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........... 332
Front passenger’s seat belt... 334
Low brake fluid ...................... 331
Low engine oil pressure ........ 332
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