2008 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER four wheel drive

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2−4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
nIf the low speed fourwheel drive in dicator light or the center differen
tial lock indicator light blinks
lIf the low speed four−wheel drive indicator light continues to blink when
using the four−wheel drive control switch, stop the vehicle completely,
move the shift lever to “N” and operate the switch again.
lIf the shift lever is moved before the low speed four−wheel drive indicator
light has turned on/off, a beep sounds and the transfer position may not
successfully change. In this case, stop the vehicle completely, return the
shift lever to “N” and operate the switch again.
lIf the engine coolant temperature is too low, the four−wheel drive control
system may not be able to shift. When the engine is warmer press the
switch again.
If the low speed four−wheel drive indicator light or the center differential lock
indicator light continues to blink even after attempting the above, there may
be a malfunction in the engine, the brake system or the four−wheel drive sys−
tem. In this case, you may not be able to shift between “H4” and “L4”, and
the center differential lock may not be operable. Have the vehicle inspected
by your Toyota dealer immediately.

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CAUTION
nWhile driving
Never move the four−wheel drive control switch if the wheels have lost trac−
tion. Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
nTo prevent damage to the center differential
lFor normal driving on dry and hard surface roads, unlock the center differ−
ential.
lUnlock the center differential after the wheels are out of the ditch or off the
slippery or bumpy surface.
l
Do not push the center differential lock/unlock button when the vehicle is
turning or when its wheels are spinning freely off the ground.

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When the system is turned off
If the system is turned off when crawl control is operating, a buzzer
will sound for 3 seconds, the slip indicator turns off, and the crawl
control indicator flashes until the system has turned off completely.
When turning off crawl control while
traveling, stop the vehicle before
the crawl control indicator turns off, or drive extremely carefully.
nThe crawl control can be operated when
lThe engine is running.
lThe shift lever is in any gear other than “P” or “N”.
lThe four−wheel drive control switch is in “L4”.
lThe parking brake is released.
lThe driver ’s door is closed.
l
When the driving mode is not set to second start mode.

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2−4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
nAutomatic system cancelation
In the following situations, the system is canceled automatically, and the
crawl control indicator will turn off:
lWhen the shift lever is moved to “P”.
lWhen the four−wheel drive control switch is in “H4”.
In the following situations, it is possible to descend a slope at a fixed low
speed, however when traveling the system is canceled automatically, and
the crawl indicator will turn off.
lWhen the shift lever is moved to “N”.
lWhen the vehicle speed exceeds 6 mph (10 km/h).
lWhen the brake pedal is depressed firmly.
lWhen the parking brake is engaged.
lIf the driver ’s door is opened.
lWhen the driving mode is set to second start mode.
nIf the brake system overheats
The system will cease operation and a buzzer will sound to alert the driver.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place. (There is no problem with continuing normal
driving.)
nIf the automatic transmission system overheats
The system will cease operation, a buzzer will sound and a warning mes−
sage will be displayed to alert the driver. Stop the vehicle in a safe place until
the warning message turns off.

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4−3. Do−it−yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
nDriver ’s side instrument panel
FuseAmpere Circuit
1 CIG 15 A Cigarette lighter
2 BK/UP LP 10 A Back−up lights, trailer
3 ACC 7.5 AStereo component amplifier
assembly, multi−display
assembly, gateway ECU, radio
receiver assembly, main body
ECU, mirror ECU, rear seat
entertainment, smart key sys−
tem, clock
4 PANEL 10 A
Four−wheel drive system, ash−
tray, cigarette lighter, brake
controller, cool box, cruise con−
trol, center differential lock,
DAC, multi−display assembly,
seat heater, air conditioning
system, glove box light, emer−
gency flasher, radio receiver
assembly, headlight cleaner,
inverter, driving position mem−
ory system, mirror ECU, over−
head module, roll sensing of
curtain shield airbags off
switch, shift lever switch, steer−
ing switches, VSC, console
switch

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When trouble arises
441 5−1. Essential information
nEmergency towing procedure
The engine must be in ACCESSORY mode (engine off) or IGNI−
TION ON mode (engine running).
Put the four−wheel drive control switch in “H4”. (The center differen−
tial is unlocked.)
Put the shift lever in “N”.
Release the parking brake.
CAUTION
nWhile towing
lUse extreme caution when towing the vehicle.
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive
stress on the emergency towing hook and the cable or chain.
lIf the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering
will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
NOTICE
nTo prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
lNever tow this vehicle wheels on the ground.
l
Use only the front emergency towing hooks or towing eyelets (depending
on vehicles) when towing your vehicle.
STEP1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4

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Warning lightWarning light/Details Correction procedure
Driver ’s seat belt
reminder light (warning
buzzer)
*2
Warns the driver to fasten
his/her seat belt.Fasten the seat belt.
(On the cen−
ter cluster)Front passenger ’s seat
belt reminder light (warn
ing buzzer)
*2
Warns the front passen−
ger to fasten his/her seat
belt.Fasten the seat belt.
Tire pressure warning
light
When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pressure.Adjust the tire inflation
pressure.
When the light comes on
after blinking for 1 minute:
Malfunction in the tire
pressure warning system.Have the system checked
by your Toyota dealer.
Unengaged “Park” warn
ing light
The transmission “Park”
mechanism is not
engaged.Shift four−wheel drive con−
trol out of “N”. (
P. 190)

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Alphabetical index
Doors
Back door ................................ 48
Side door ................................. 43
Side mirrors ............................. 80
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light ......................................... 452
Driving
Break−in tips .......................... 141
Correct posture ..................... 100
Off−road precautions ............. 209
Procedures ............................ 140
Winter driving tips.................. 222
Driving position memory........... 62
Electronic key
If your electronic key
battery is discharged... 410, 481
Emergency, in case of
If a warning message is
displayed............................. 460
If the electronic key does
not operate properly............ 481
If the engine will not start ...... 476
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P...................... 478
If the vehicle has discharged
battery ................................ 484
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 449
If the warning light turns on ... 449
If you cannot operate back
door opener ........................ 480
If you have a flat tire ............. 463
If you lose your keys ............. 479
If you think something is
wrong .................................. 445
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 491
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 440
If your vehicle overheats ....... 488Engine
Compartment ........................ 375
Engine switch ........................ 149
Hood ..................................... 374
How to start the engine ......... 149
Identification number............. 495
If the engine will not start ...... 476
Ignition switch ....................... 149
Overheating .......................... 488
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 498
Checking ............................... 382
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 222
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ...................................... 160
Engine immobilizer system ...... 93
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 497
Checking ............................... 377
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 222
Engine oil maintenance
data ......................................... 380
Engine switch........................... 149
Event data recorder ................. 447
Firstaid kit holder ................... 351
Floor mat .................................. 349
Fluid
Brake..................................... 384
Power steering ...................... 386
Washer.................................. 390
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 426
Switch ................................... 172
Wattage................................. 503
Fourwheel drive system......... 190
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 426
Switch ................................... 172
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