2008 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER Owners Manual

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When driving
nDaytime running light system
To make your vehicle more visible to other drivers, the headlights turn on
automatically (at a reduced intensity) whenever the engine is started and the
parking brake is released. Daytime
running lights are not designed for use at
night.
n
Headlight control sensor
nAutomatic light off system
lWhen the headlights are on: The headlights and tail lights turn off 30 sec−
onds after a door is opened and closed if the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch has been switched to ACCESSORY or OFF mode.
lWhen only the tail lights are on: The tail lights turn off automatically if the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch is switched to ACCESSORY or OFF
mode and driver ’s door is opened.
To turn the lights on again, turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to IGNI−
TION ON mode, or turn the light switch off once and then back to the
or
position.
nCustomization
Settings (e.g. light sensor sensitivity) can be changed. (
P. 519)
NOTICE
nTo prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the engine is not run−
ning.
The sensor may not function properly if
an object is placed on the sensor, or any−
thing that blocks the sensor is affixed to
the windshield.
Doing so interferes with the sensor
detecting the level of ambient light and
may cause the automatic headlight sys−
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Fog light switch
The fog lights improve visibility in difficult driving conditions, such
as in rain or fog. The fog lights can be used when the headlights are
on low beam.
Off
On
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Windshield wipers and washer
Wiper intervals can be adjusted for intermittent operation (when
“INT” is selected).
Intermittent wiper operation
Low speed wiper operation
High speed wiper operation
Temporary operation
Wash/wipe operation
Wipers operate automatically.
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nThe windshield wiper and washer can be operated when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
n“INT” mode
nIf no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the
windshield washer fluid reservoir.
nIn extremely hot or cold weather
The system will turn off if the windshield gets extremely hot (at more than
176 F [80 C]) or cold (at less than −14 F [−10 C]).
nWindshield wiper features
The rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers automatically turn
on when you operate the wipers.
nCustomization
Settings (e.g. drip prevention function) can be changed. (
P. 519)
Intermittent wiper interval adjust−
ment (increase)
Intermittent wiper interval adjust−
ment (decrease)
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NOTICE
nWhen the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
nWhen 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.
nWhen 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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Rear window wiper and washer
nThe rear window wiper and washer can be operated when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
NOTICE
nWhen the rear window is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the rear window.
Intermittent window wiper
operation
Normal window wiper oper−
ation
Washer operation
Washer/wiper dual opera−
tion
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Headlight cleaner switch (if equipped)
nThe headlight cleaner can be operated when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode and the head−
light switch is turned on.
NOTICE
nWhen the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not use this function when the washer fluid tank is empty. This may
cause the washer fluid pump to overheat.
Washer fluid can be sprayed on the headlights.
Press the switch to clean the
headlights.
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Cr uise control
Use the cruise control to maintain a set speed without using the
accelerator.
nSet the vehicle speed
Press the “ON−OFF” switch to
operate the cruise control.
Press the switch once more to
deactivate the cruise control.
Accelerate or decelerate to
the desired speed and push
the lever down to set the
cruise control speed.
nAdjusting the speed setting
Increase speed
Decrease speed
Hold the lever until the desired
speed setting is obtained.
Fine adjustment of the set
speed (approximately 1.0 mph
[1.6 km/h]) can be made by
lightly pushing the lever up or
down and releasing it.
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