2008 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER Owners Manual

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Hood
CAUTION
nPredriving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.
If the hood is not locked properly it may open while the vehicle is in motion
and cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.
Pull the hood release lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.
Lift the hood catch and lift the
hood.
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Engine compar tment
Power steering fluid reser−
voir ( P. 386)
Engine oil level dipstick
(P. 377)
Engine coolant reservoir
(P. 382)
Cooling fan
Engine oil filler cap
(
P. 378)Brake fluid reservoir
(P. 384)
Fuse box ( P. 413)
Washer fluid tank
(P. 390)
Battery (
P. 387)
Condenser ( P. 383)
Radiator (
P. 383)
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Engine compartment cover
nRemoving the engine compartment cover
n
Installing the clips
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Engine oil
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
nChecking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level gro und. After turning off the engine,
wait a few minutes for the oil
to drain back into the bottom of
the engine.
Hold a rag under the end and
pull the dipstick out.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Holding a rag under the end, pull the dipstick out and check
the oil level.
Wipe the dipstick and reinsert it fully.
Low
Full
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nAdding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as already in
the engine.
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap.
Add engine oil slowly,
checking the dipstick.
Install the filler cap, turning it clockwise.
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Oil gradeILSAC multigrade engine oil
Oil quantity
(Low
Full)
1.2 qt. (1.1 L, 1.0 Imp. qt.)
Items
Clean funnel
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nRecommended viscosity
SAE 5W−20 or 0W−2 0 engine oil
may be used. However, SAE
0W−20 is the best choice for
good fuel economy and good
starting in cold weather.
nHow to read oil container labels
The ILSAC (International Lubricant Standardization and Approval
Committee) Certification Mark is added to some oil containers to
help you select the
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nEngine oil consumption
lThe amount of engine oil consumed depends on the oil viscosity, the
quality of the oil and the way the vehicle is driven.
lMore oil is consumed under driving conditions such as high speeds and
frequent acceleration and deceleration.
lA new engine consumes more oil.
lWhen judging the amount of oil consumption, keep in mind that the oil
may have become diluted, making it difficult to judge the true level accu−
rately.
nResetting the engine oil maintenance data
The oil change system should be reset. Perform the following procedures:
Switch the display to the trip meter A when the engine is running.
( P. 161)
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF.
While pressing the trip meter reset button, set the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch to IGNITION ON mode (but do not start the engine
because otherwise the reset mode will be cancelled). Continue to
press and hold the button until the multi−information display indi−
cates that the reset is complete.
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CAUTION
nUsed engine oil
lUsed engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation or skin cancer, so care should
be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used engine
oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
lDispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground.
Call your Toyota dealer, service station or auto parts store for information
concerning recycling or disposal.
lDo not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
nTo prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on regular basis.
nWhen replacing the engine oil
lBe careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
lAvoid overfilling, or the engine could be damaged.
lCheck the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
l
Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly retightened.