2008 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER lights

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4−3. Do−it−yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
nAfter a fuse is replaced
lIf the lights do not turn on even after the fuse has been replaced, a bulb
may need replacement. (
P. 426)
lIf the replaced fuse blows again, have the vehicle inspected by your Toy−
ota dealer.
nIf there is an overload in the circuits
l
The fuses are designed to blow the entire wiring harness is damaged.
CAUTION
nTo prevent system breakdowns and vehicle fire
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may cause damage, and possibly a fire or injury.
lNever use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than indicated, or use any
other object in place of a fuse.
lAlways use a genuine Toyota fuse or equivalent.
Never replace a fuse with a wire, even as a temporary fix.
This can cause extensive damage or even fire.
lDo not modify fuses or the fuse box.
NOTICE
nBefore replacing fuses
Have the cause of electrical overload determined and repaired by your Toy−
ota dealer.

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4−3. Do−it−yourself maintenance
Light bulbs
You may replace the following bulb s yourself. For more information
about replacing other light bulbs,
contact your Toyota dealer.
nPrepare a replacement light bulb.
Check the wattage of the light bulb being replaced. (
P. 503)
n
P. 376
n
Front bulb locations
n
Rear bulb locations
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Front side marker light
Parking light
Front fog light Headlight
high beam Headlight low beamFront turn signal light
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License plate lights
Rear turn signal
lightBack−up light

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nBulbs other than the above
If any of the bulbs listed below
has burnt out, have your Toyota
dealer replace it.
lStop/tail lights
l
Tail lights
l
High mounted stoplight
l
Rear side marker lights
nCondensation buildup on the inside of the lens
Contact your Toyota dealer for more information in the following situations.
Temporary condensation build−up on the inside of the headlight lens does
not indicate a malfunction.
lLarge drops of water are built up on the inside of the lens.
lWater has built up inside the headlight.
nLED light bulbs
The stop/tail, tail, rear side marker and high mounted stoplight consist of a
number of LEDs. If any LEDs burn out, take your vehicle to your Toyota
dealer to have the light replaced.
If two or more LEDs in a stoplight bur
n out, your vehicle may not conform to
local laws (SAE).

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4−3. Do−it−yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
CAUTION
nReplacing light bulbs
lTurn off the headlights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately
after turning off the headlights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
lDo not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. Hold the
bulb by the plastic or metal portion.
If the bulb is scratched or dropped it may blow out or crack.
lFully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failing to do so
may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This
may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
lDo not attempt to repair or disassemble light bulbs, connectors, electric
circuits or component parts.
Doing so may result in death or serious injury due to electric shock.
n
To prevent damage or fire
Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.

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When trouble arises
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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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nIf the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
The malfunction indicator lamp will come on if the fuel tank becomes com−
pletely empty. If the fuel tank is empty, refuel the vehicle immediately. The
malfunction indicator lamp will go off after several trips.
If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer
as soon as possible.
nFront passenger detection sensor and passenger seat belt reminder
lIf luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger
detection sensor may cause the warning light to flash, even if a passen−
ger is not sitting in the seat.
lIf a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passen−
ger, and the warning light may not operate properly.
nSRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the following:
lThe airbag sensor assembly
lFront airbag sensors
lThe curtain shield airbag sensors
lThe side and curtain shield airbag sensors
lThe seat belt buckle switches
lThe driver ’s seat position sensor
lThe inflators
lThe interconnecting wiring and power sources
lThe front passenger occupant classification ECU
l“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF” indicator lights
lThe seatbelt pretensioners
lThe roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off indicator light
nChanging the engine oil
l
Make sure to reset oil change system

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5−2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning message is displayed
Messages and warnings
The warning lights and warning buzzers operate as follows depend−
ing on the content of the message. If a message indicates the need
for inspection by a dealer, have th e vehicle inspected immediately by
your Toyota dealer.
The multiinformation display shows warnings of system malfunc
tions, incorrectly performed op
erations, or shows messages that
indicate a need for maintenance. When a message is shown, perform
the correction procedure ap
propriate to the message.
Master warning light
The master warning light
comes on or flashes when a
message is being shown on
the multi−information display.
Multi−information display
If any of the warning messages is shown again after its correction
procedure has been performed, contact your Toyota dealer.

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5−2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the engine will not star t
If the engine still does not start after following the correct starting
procedure ( P. 149) or releasing the steering lock ( P. 151), confirm
the following points.
nThe engine will not start when the starter motor operates
normally.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
l
There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
lThe engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine once more following correct starting
procedures. (P. 150)
l
There may be a malfunction inthe engine immobilizer system.
(P. 9 3 )
n
The starter motor turn over slowly, the interior lights and
headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at
a low volume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
l
The battery may be discharged. ( P. 484)
lThe battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
n
The starter motor does not turn over.
The engine starting system may
be malfunctioning due to an
electrical problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. How−
ever, an interim measure is available to start the engine.
( P. 477)