2008 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER radiator cap

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4−3. Do−it−yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
Engine compar tment
Power steering fluid reser−
voir ( P. 386)
Engine oil level dipstick
(P. 377)
Engine coolant reservoir
(P. 382)
Cooling fan
Engine oil filler cap
(
P. 378)Brake fluid reservoir
(P. 384)
Fuse box ( P. 413)
Washer fluid tank
(P. 390)
Battery (
P. 387)
Condenser ( P. 383)
Radiator (
P. 383)
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382 4−3. Do−it−yourself maintenance
Engine coolant
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “F” and “L” lines on
the reservoir when the engine is cold.
Reservoir cap
Full
Low
If the level is on or below the “L”
line, add coolant up to the “F” line.
nIf the coolant level drops within a short time after replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, reservoir cap, radiator cap, drain cock
and water pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have your Toyota dealer pressure test the cap and
check for leaks in the cooling system.
nCoolant selection
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high quality ethylene
glycol based non−silicate, non−amine, non−nitrite, and non−borate coolant
with long−life hybrid organic acid technology.
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50%
deionized water. (Enabled: −31
F [−35 C])
For more details about engine coolant, contact your Toyota dealer.

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4−3. Do−it−yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
Radiator and condenser
Check the radiator and condenser and clear any foreign objects.
If either of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of
their condition, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer.
CAUTION
nWhen the engine is hot
Do not remove the radiator cap.
The cooling system may be under pressure and may spray hot coolant if the
cap is removed, causing burns or other injuries.
NOTICE
nWhen adding the engine coolant
Coolant is neither plain water nor stra
ight antifreeze. The correct mixture of
water and antifreeze must be used to provide proper lubrication, corrosion
protection and cooling. Be sure to read the antifreeze or coolant label.
n
If you spill coolant
Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it damage to parts or paint.
CAUTION
nWhen the engine is hot
Do not touch the radiator or condenser as they may be hot and you may be
burned.

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When trouble arises
489 5−2. Steps to take in an emergency
nOverheating
In the following situations, your vehicle may be overheating.
lThe engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone or a loss of
power is experienced.
l
Steam is coming from under the hood.
CAUTION
nTo prevent an accident or injury wh en inspecting under the hood of
your vehicle
lKeep hands and clothing away from the fan and engine drive belt while the
engine is running.
l
Do not loosen the radiator cap while the engine and radiator are hot.
Serious injury, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam
released under pressure.
Add coolant if required.
Water can be used in an emer−
gency measure if coolant is
unavailable. (
P. 498)
Have the vehicle checked at your nearest Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
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Alphabetical index
Keys ........................................ 24
Mechanical key ....................... 24
Wireless remote control key .... 40
Language
Multi−information
display......................... 166, 522
Licence plate lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 426
Wattage ................................. 503
Light bulbs
Replacing .............................. 426
Wattage ................................. 503
Lights
Door courtesy lights .............. 325
Fog light switch ..................... 172
Headlights switch .................. 170
Interior light switch ................ 326
Personal light switch ............. 327
Replacing light bulbs ............. 426
Turn signal lever.................... 158
Vanity lights ........................... 338
Wattage ................................. 503
Load capacity ........................... 221
Maintenance
Do−it−yourself maintenance ... 371
General maintenance ............ 367
Maintenance data.................. 494
Maintenance requirements.... 365
Meter
Instrument panel light
control ................................. 161
Meters ................................... 160
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror............. 79
Side mirror heater ................. 256
Side mirrors ............................. 80
Vanity mirrors ........................ 338
Moon roof ................................... 86MP3 disc ................................... 273
Multiinformation display ........ 166
Odometer .................................. 160
Offroad precautions ............... 209
Oil
Engine oil .............................. 377
Opener
Fuel filler door ......................... 89
Hood ..................................... 374
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding............... 80
Mirror position memory ........... 62
Outside temperature
display .................................... 340
Overhead console.................... 332
Overheating, Engine ................ 488
Parking brake ........................... 159
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 426
Switch ................................... 170
Wattage................................. 503
Personal lights
Personal lights ...................... 327
Switch ................................... 327
Wattage................................. 503
Pollen removal mode............... 248
Power outlet ............................. 344
Power steering
Fluid ...................................... 386
Power windows .......................... 83
Radiator .................................... 383
Radio ......................................... 260
RDS ........................................... 262
Rear seats
Adjustment .............................. 53
Tumbling second seats ........... 54
Tumbling third seats................ 57
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