2008 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER maintenance schedule

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2−5. Driving information
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When driving
NOTICE
nTo prevent the water damage
Take all necessary safety measures to ensure that water damage to the
engine or other components does not occur.
lWater entering the engine air intake will cause severe engine damage.
lWater entering the automatic transmission will cause deterioration in shift
quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration, and ulti−
mately damage.
lWater can wash the grease from wheel bearings, causing rusting and pre−
mature failure, and may also enter the differentials, transmission and
transfer case, reducing the gear oil’s lubricating qualities.
nWhen you drive through water
If driving through water, such as when crossing shallow streams, first check
the depth of the water and the bottom of the river bed for firmness. Drive
slowly and avoid deep water.
nInspection after offroad driving
l
Sand and mud that has accumulat ed in brake drums and around brake
discs may affect braking efficiency and may damage brake system compo−
nents.
l
Always perform a maintenance inspection after each day of off−road driv−
ing that has taken you through rough terrain, sand, mud, or water. For
scheduled maintenance information, refer to the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner ’s Manual Supplement”.

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nBefore towing
Check that the following conditions are met:
lThe vehicle’s tires are properly inflated.
lTrailer tires are inflated according to the trailer manufacturer ’s recom−
mendation.
lAll trailer lights work.
lAll lights work each time you connect them.
lThe trailer ball is set up at the proper height for the coupler on the trailer.
lThe vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer is hitched.
Do not drive if the vehicle is not level, and check for improper tongue
load, overloading, worn suspension, or other possible causes.
lThe trailer cargo is securely loaded.
lThe rear view mirrors conform to all applicable federal, state/provincial or
local regulations. If they do not, install rear view mirrors appropriate for
towing purposes.
nBreakin schedule
Toyota recommends that you do not use a new vehicle or a vehicle with any
new power train components (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bear−
ings, etc.) to tow a trailer for the first 500 miles (800 km) of driving.
nMaintenance
lIf you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance
due to the additional load. (See “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or
“Owner ’s Manual Supplement”.)
lRetighten the fixing bolts of the towing ball after approximately 600 miles
(1000 km) of trailer towing.

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Maintenance and care
4−2. Maintenance
Maintenance requirements
nRepair and replacement
It is recommended that genuine Toyota parts be used for repair to ensure
performance of each system. If non−Toyota parts are used in replacement or
if a repair shop other than a Toyota dealer performs repairs, confirm the war−
ranty coverage. To ensure safe and economical driv ing, daytoday care and regular
maintenance is essential. Toyota
recommends the following mainte
nance.
nGeneral maintenance
Should be performed on a daily basis. This can be done by your−
self or by a Toyota dealer.
n
Scheduled maintenance
Should be performed at specified intervals according to the
maintenance schedule.
For details about maintenance items and schedules, read the “Sched−
uled Maintenance Guide”, “Owner ’s Manual Supplement”.
nDoityourself maintenance
You can perform some maintenance procedures yourself.
Please be aware that do−it−yourself maintenance may affect war−
ranty coverage.
The use of Toyota service and repair manuals is recommended.
For details about warranty coverage, see the “Owner ’s Warranty Infor−
mation Booklet”, “Owner ’s Manual Supplement”.

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4−2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Vehicle exterior
Items Check points
DoorsOperate smoothly?
Engine hoodThe lock system works properly?
Fluid leaksIs there any leakage after park−
ing?
Ti reInflation pressure is correct?
Tire surfaces not worn or dam−
aged?
Tires rotated according to the
maintenance schedule?
Wheel nuts are not loose?
CAUTION
nIf the engine is running
Turn off the engine and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before per−
forming maintenance checks.

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4−3. Do−it−yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
nChanging interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance
schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement
may be required. (For scheduled maintenance information, read the “Sched−
uled Maintenance Guide”, “Owner ’s Manual Supplement”.)
nIf air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
NOTICE
nTo prevent damage to the system
lWhen using the air conditioning system, make sure that a filter is always
installed.
l
When cleaning the filter, do not clean the filter with water.