2008 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER checking oil

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4−3. Do−it−yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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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Alphabetical index
Doors
Back door ................................ 48
Side door ................................. 43
Side mirrors ............................. 80
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light ......................................... 452
Driving
Break−in tips .......................... 141
Correct posture ..................... 100
Off−road precautions ............. 209
Procedures ............................ 140
Winter driving tips.................. 222
Driving position memory........... 62
Electronic key
If your electronic key
battery is discharged... 410, 481
Emergency, in case of
If a warning message is
displayed............................. 460
If the electronic key does
not operate properly............ 481
If the engine will not start ...... 476
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P...................... 478
If the vehicle has discharged
battery ................................ 484
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 449
If the warning light turns on ... 449
If you cannot operate back
door opener ........................ 480
If you have a flat tire ............. 463
If you lose your keys ............. 479
If you think something is
wrong .................................. 445
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 491
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 440
If your vehicle overheats ....... 488Engine
Compartment ........................ 375
Engine switch ........................ 149
Hood ..................................... 374
How to start the engine ......... 149
Identification number............. 495
If the engine will not start ...... 476
Ignition switch ....................... 149
Overheating .......................... 488
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 498
Checking ............................... 382
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 222
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ...................................... 160
Engine immobilizer system ...... 93
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 497
Checking ............................... 377
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 222
Engine oil maintenance
data ......................................... 380
Engine switch........................... 149
Event data recorder ................. 447
Firstaid kit holder ................... 351
Floor mat .................................. 349
Fluid
Brake..................................... 384
Power steering ...................... 386
Washer.................................. 390
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 426
Switch ................................... 172
Wattage................................. 503
Fourwheel drive system......... 190
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 426
Switch ................................... 172
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