2008 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER Brake

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5−1. Essential information
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the followin g symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
nVisible symptoms
lFluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air cond
itioning after use is normal.)
lFlat−looking tires or uneven tire wear
lEngine coolant temperature g auge needle continually points
higher than normal
lEngine oil pressure gauge continually points lower than nor−
mal
lVoltmeter continually points higher or lower than normal
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Audible symptoms
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Changes in exhaust sound
lExcessive tire squeal when cornering
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Strange noises related to the suspension system
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Pinging or other noises related to the engine
nOperational symptoms
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Engine missing, stumbling or running rough
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Appreciable loss of power
lVehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
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Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
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Loss of brake effectiveness, s pongy feeling, pedal almost
touches the floor

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5−1. Essential information
Event data recorder
In a crash or a near car crash event
The SRS airbag sensor assembly contains the EDR. In a crash or a
near car crash event, this device may record some or all of the follow−
ing information:
lEngine speed
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Whether the brake pedal was applied or not
lVehicle speed
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To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed
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Position of the transmission shift lever
lWhether the driver and front passenger wore seat belts or not
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Driver ’s seat position
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Front passenger ’s occupant classification
lSRS airbag deployment data
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SRS airbag system diagnostic data
The information above is intended
to be used for the purpose of
improving vehicle safety performance. Unlike general data recorders,
the EDR does not record sound data such as conversation between
passengers.
Your vehicle has computers that monitor and control certain aspects
of your vehicle. These computers assi
st in driving and maintaining
optimal vehicle performance.
Besides storing data useful for tr oubleshooting, there is a system to
record data in a crash or a near
car crash event. This is called an
Event Data Recorder (EDR).

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5−2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light tur ns on or a war ning sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. C ontinuing to drive the vehicle
may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys−
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle
in a safe place and contact your
Toyota dealer.
*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is driven at a speed of approximately 3 mph
(5 km/h) or more.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
*
Low brake fluid
Malfunction in the brake system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is
fully released, the system is operating normally.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.

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Have the malfunction repaired immediately.
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning light turns off.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
ABS warning light
Malfunction in:
The ABS; or
The brake assist system.
Precollision system warning light (if equipped)
Malfunction in the pre−collision system.
Warning lightWarning light/Details Correction procedure
Open door warning light
(warning buzzer)
*1
A door is not fully closed.
Check that all doors are
closed.

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CAUTION
n If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could
cause loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
lStop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire
inflation pressure immediately.
lIf the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pres−
sure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires.
If the tire is flat, change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired
by the nearest Toyota dealer.
lAvoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate,
you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
n If a blowout or sudden air loss should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.

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5−2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you have a flat tire
Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare provided.
nBefore jacking up the vehicle
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Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
lSet the parking brake.
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Shift the shift lever to “P”.
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Stop the engine.
lTurn on the emergency flashers.
n
Location of the spare tire, jack and tools
Tool box
Spare tire
Jack

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Emergency start function
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as
an interim measure to start the engine if the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch is functioning normally.
Set the parking brake.
Put the shift lever in “P”.
Set the “ENGINE START ST
OP” switch to ACCESSORY
mode.
Press and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch about 15
seconds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be start
ed using the above st eps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by your Toyota
dealer. nThe starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and
headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
l
One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
l
The battery may be discharged. ( P. 484)
lThere may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
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5−2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there
may be a problem with the shif
t lock system (a system to prevent
accidental operation of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to
ensure that the shift
lever can be shifted.
Set the parking brake.
Set the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to the ACCES−
SORY mode.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flat−
head screwdriver or equiva−
lent.
Press the shift lock override
button.
The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.
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STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
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