2008 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER maintenance

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Power steering fluid
nFluid level
The fluid level should be within the appropriate range.
Full (when hot)
Add fluid (when hot)
Full (when cold)
Add fluid (when cold)
Hot:Vehicle has been driven around 50 mph (80 km/h) for 20 min−
utes, or slightly longer in frigid temperatures. (Fluid tempera−
ture, 140°F − 175°F [60°C − 80°C]).
Cold:Engine has not been run for about five hours. (Room temper−
ature, 50°F − 85°F [10°C − 30°C]).
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Checking the fluid level
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
Clean all dirt off the reservoir.
Remove the cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinstall and remove the reservoir cap again.
Check the fluid level.
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Fluid type Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
Items
Rag or paper, Clean funnel (only for adding fluid)
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Maintenance and care
Battery
nExterior
Make sure that the battery terminals are not corroded and that there
are no loose connections, cracks, or loose clamps.
Terminals
Hold−down clamp
CAUTION
nWhen checking the reservoir
Take care, as the reservoir may be hot.
NOTICE
nWhen adding fluid
Avoid overfilling, or the power steering may be damaged.
nAfter replacing the reservoir cap
Check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or
damage.
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nChecking battery condition
Check the battery condition using the indicator color.
Good condition
Charging is necessary.
Have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer.
Not working properly, have the
battery checked by your Toy−
ota dealer.
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Green
Dark
Clear or light yellow
Type A
Blue
White
Red
Type B
nBefore recharging
When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable
and explosive. Therefore, before recharging:
lIf recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to discon−
nect the ground cable.
lMake sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and
disconnecting the charger cables to the battery.
nAfter recharging the battery
The engine may not start. Follow the procedure below to initialize the sys−
tem.
1. Depress the brake pedal with the shift lever in “N”.
2. Open and close any of the doors.
3. Restart the engine.

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Maintenance and care
CAUTION
nChemicals in the battery
A battery contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid and may produce
hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. To reduce the risk of death
or serious injury, take the following precautions while working on or near bat−
tery:
lDo not cause sparks by touching the battery terminals with tools.
lDo not smoke or light a match near the battery.
lAvoid contact with eyes, skin and clothes.
lNever inhale or swallow electrolyte.
lWear protective safety glasses when working near the battery.
lKeep children away from the battery.
nWhere to safety charge the battery
Always charge the battery in an open area. Do not charge the battery in a
garage or closed room where there is not sufficient ventilation.
nHow to recharge the battery
Only perform a slow charge (5A or less). The battery may explode if charged
at a quicker rate.
nEmergency measures regarding electrolyte
lIf electrolyte gets in your eyes
Flush your eyes with clean water for at least 15 minutes and get immedi−
ate medical attention. If possible, continue to apply water with a sponge or
cloth while traveling to the nearest medical facility.
lIf electrolyte gets on your skin
Wash the affected area thoroughly. If you feel pain or a burning sensation,
seek medical attention immediately.
lIf electrolyte gets on your clothes
It can soak through clothing on to your skin. Immediately take off the cloth−
ing and follow the procedure above if necessary.
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If you accidentally swallow electrolyte
Drink a large quantity of water or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia,
beaten raw egg or vegetable oil. Get emergency medical attention immedi−
ately.

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Washer fluid
If any washer does not work or
the warning message appears
on the multi−information display,
the washer tank may be empty.
Add washer fluid.
NOTICE
nWhen recharging the battery
Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all
accessories are turned off.
CAUTION
nWhen refilling the washer fluid
Do not refill the washer fluid when the engine is hot or running, as the
washer fluid contains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the engine etc.
NOTICE
nDo 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.
nDiluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary.
Refer to the freezing temperatures listed on the washer fluid tank.

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Maintenance and care
Tires
Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance sched
ules and treadwear.
nChecking tires
New tread
Treadwear indicator
Worn tread
The location of treadwear
indicators is shown by the
“TWI” or “
” marks, etc.,
molded on the sidewall of
each tire.
Check spare tire condition
and inflation pressure if not
rotated.
nTire rotation
Rotate the tires in the order
shown.
To equalize tire wear and
extend tire life, Toyota recom−
mends that tire rotation is
carried out at the same inter−
val as tire inspection.
Do not fail to initialize the tire
pressure warning system
after tire rotation.
nThe tire pressure warning system
Your Toyota is equipped with a tire pressure warning system that
uses tire pressure warning valves and transmitters to detect low
tire inflation pressure before
serious problems arise. (
P. 452)
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Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters
When replacing tires or wheels, tire pressure warning valves and
transmitters must also be installed.
When new tire pressure warning valves and transmitters are
installed, new tire pressure warn ing valve and transmitter ID codes
must be registered in the tire pr essure warning computer and tire
pressure warning system must be initialized. Have tire pressure
warning valve and transmitter ID codes registered by your Toyota
dealer. (
P. 393, 395)

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Maintenance and care
Initializing the tire pressure warning system
nThe tire pressure warning system must be initialized in the fol
lowing circumstances:
lWhen rotating the tires on vehicles differing with front and rear
tire inflation pressures.
lWhen changing the tire inflation pressure by changing traveling
speed or load weight, etc.
lWhen changing the tire size.
When the tire pressure warning system is initialized, the current
tire inflation pressure is set as the pressure benchmark.
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How to initialize the tire pressure warning system
Park the vehicle in safe place and turn the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch to OFF mode.
While the vehicle is moving, initialization is not performed.
Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified cold tire infla−
tion pressure level. (
P. 502)
Make sure to adjust the tire pressure to the specified cold tire
inflation pressure level. The ti
re pressure warning system will
operate based on this pressure level.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to IGNITION ON
mode.
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