2008 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER Owners Manual

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nAllow inspection and repairs to be performed by a Toyota dealer
lToyota technicians are well−trained specialists and are kept up to date
with the latest service information. They are well informed about the
operations of all systems on your vehicle.
l
Keep a copy of the repair order. It proves that the maintenance that has
been performed is under warranty coverage. If any problem should arise
while your vehicle is under warranty, your Toyota dealer will promptly
take care of it.
CAUTION
nWarning in handling of battery, oils, fuels, and fluids
lEngine exhaust, some of its constituents, and a wide variety of automobile
components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects and other reproductive harm. Work in a
well ventilated area.
lOils, fuels and fluids contained in vehicles as well as waste produced by
component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of Califor−
nia to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Avoid
exposure and wash any affected area immediately.
lBattery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds which are known to cause brain damage. Wash your hands
after handling. (
P. 387)

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Maintenance and care
General maintenance
Engine compartment
Items Check points
BatteryMaintenance−free (
P. 387)
Brake fluidAt the correct level? (
P. 384)
Engine coolantAt the correct level? (
P. 382)
Engine oilAt the correct level? (
P. 377)
Exhaust systemNo fumes or strange sounds?
Power steering fluidAt the correct level? (
P. 386)
Radiator/condenser/hosesNot blocked with foreign matter?
( P. 383)
Washer fluidAt the correct level? (
P. 338)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per
formed at the intervals specified
in the “Owner ’s Warranty Informa
tion Booklet”, “Owner ’s Manual Supplement”. It is recommended
that any problem you notice should be brought to the attention of
your Toyota dealer or qualified service shop for advice.

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Vehicle interior
Items Check points
Accelerator pedalMoves smoothly (without uneven
pedal effort or catching)?
Automatic transmission “Park”
mechanismCan the vehicle be hold securely
on an incline with the shift lever in
“P”?
Brake pedalMoves smoothly?
Does it have appropriate clear−
ance and correct amount of free
play?
BrakesPulls to one side when applied?
Loss of brake effectiveness?
Spongy feeling brake pedal?
Pedal almost touches floor?
Head restraintsMove smoothly and lock
securely?
Indicators/buzzersFunction properly?
LightsDo all the lights come on?
Headlights aimed correctly?
Parking brakeMoves smoothly?
Can hold the vehicle securely on
an incline?
Seat beltsDoes the seat belt system oper−
ate smoothly?
Are the belts undamaged?
SeatsDo the seat controls operate
properly?
Steering wheel
Moves smoothly?
Has correct free play?
No strange noises?

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Maintenance and care
Vehicle exterior
Items Check points
DoorsOperate smoothly?
Engine hoodThe lock system works properly?
Fluid leaksIs there any leakage after park−
ing?
Ti reInflation pressure is correct?
Tire surfaces not worn or dam−
aged?
Tires rotated according to the
maintenance schedule?
Wheel nuts are not loose?
CAUTION
nIf the engine is running
Turn off the engine and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before per−
forming maintenance checks.

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Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs
Some states have vehicle emissi on inspection programs which
include OBD (On Board Diagnostics) checks. The OBD system moni
tors the operation of th
e emission control system.
nIf the malfunction indicator lamp comes on
The OBD system determines that
a problem exists somewhere
in the emission control system. Your vehicle may not pass the I/
M test and may need to be repaired. Contact your Toyota dealer
to service the vehicle.
nYour vehicle may not pass the I/M test:
l
When the battery is disconnected or discharged
Readiness codes that are se
t during ordinary driving are
erased.
Also, depending on your driving habits, the readiness codes
may not be completely set.
l
When the fuel tank cap is loose
The malfunction indicator lamp comes on as a temporary mal−
function and your vehicle may not pass the I/M test.
n
When the malfunction indicator lamp goes off after several
driving trips
The error code in the OBD system will not be cleared unless the
vehicle is driven 40 or more times.
nIf your vehicle does not pass the I/M test
Contact your Toyota dealer to prepare the vehicle for re−testing.

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4−3. Do−it−yourself maintenance
Do−it−yourself ser vice precautions
If you perform maintenance yourself, be sure to follow the correct
procedure given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
Battery condition (
P. 3 8 7)Warm water
Baking soda
Grease
Conventional wrench
(for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level (
P. 384)FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE
J1703 brake fluid
Rag or paper towel
Funnel (used only for adding
brake fluid)
Engine coolant level (
P. 382)“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
or similar high quality ethylene
glycol based non−silicate, non−
amine, non−nitrite and non−borate
coolant with long−life hybrid
organic acid technology.
“Toyota Super Long Life Cool−
ant” is pre−mixed with 50% cool−
ant and 50% deionized water.
Funnel (used only for adding cool−
ant)
Engine oil level (
P. 377)“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
Rag or paper towel
Funnel (used only for adding
engine oil)
Fuses (
P. 413)Fuse with same amperage ratingas original

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ItemsParts and tools
Power steering fluid (
P. 386)Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON
®II or III
Rag or paper towel
Funnel (used only for adding
power steering fluid)
Radiator and condenser (P. 383)
Tire inflation pressure (P. 401)Tire pressure gauge
Compressed air source
Washer fluid (P. 390)Water
Washer fluid containing antifreeze
(for winter use)
Funnel (used only for adding
washer fluid)

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Maintenance and care
CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury.
nWhen working on the engine compartment
lKeep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine
drive belt.
lBe careful not to touch the engine, inverter, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc.
right after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
lDo not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the
engine compartment.
lDo not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the bat−
tery. Fuel and battery fumes are flammable.
lBe extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous
and corrosive sulfuric acid.
nWhen working near the electric cooling fan or radiator grille
Be sure the ignition is off. With the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in IGNI−
TION ON mode, the electric cooling fan may automatically start to run if the
air conditioning is on and/or if the coolant temperature is high.
(P. 383)
nWhen working on or under the vehicle
lDo not get under the vehicle with just the jack supporting it.
Always use automotive jack stands or other solid supports.
lUse eye protection to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from
getting in your eyes.
NOTICE
nIf you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear
due to dirt in the air. Also a backfire could cause a fire in the engine compart−
ment.