2008 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER tow

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe−driving information.
3Interior
featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in−
terior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do−it−
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For U.S.
ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

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Rear window wiper and
washer .............................. 176
Headlight cleaner switch ..... 177
24. Using other driving
systems ........................... 178
Cruise control ...................... 178
Toyota park assist
system .............................. 181
Four−wheel drive system ..... 190
Crawl control ....................... 197
Driving assist systems ........ 201
Pre−Collision System........... 208
25. Driving information ........... 209
Off−road precautions ........... 209
Cargo and luggage ............. 214
Vehicle load limits ............... 221
Winter driving tips ............... 222
Trailer towing ...................... 227
Dinghy towing ..................... 239
31. Using the air
conditioning system
and defogger ................... 242
Front air conditioning
system .............................. 242
Rear air conditioning
system .............................. 252
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror
defoggers .......................... 256
Windshield wiper de−icer ..... 25732. Using the audio system ... 258
Audio system type .............. 258
Using the radio ................... 260
Using the CD player ........... 265
Playing back MP3 and
WMA discs ....................... 273
Optimal use of the audio
system .............................. 280
Using the AUX adapter....... 282
Using the steering
switches ........................... 283
33. Using the rear seat
entertainment system .... 285
Rear seat entertainment
system features ................ 285
Using the radio ................... 292
Using the DVD changer...... 293
Playing an audio CD/CD
text ................................... 294
Playing WMA/MP3 discs .... 295
Playing DVD video/audio.... 296
Playing a video CD ............. 310
DVD player and DVD video
disc information ................ 314
Using the video mode......... 321
Changing other settings ..... 323
34. Using the interior lights ... 325
Interior lights list ................. 325
Interior lights..................... 326
Personal lights.................. 327
35. Using the interior lights ... 328
List of storage features ....... 328
Glove box ......................... 329
Console box/cool box ....... 330
Overhead console ............ 332
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Cup holders ...................... 333
Bottle holders ................... 334
Card holders and
auxiliary box ..................... 336
36. Other interior features ..... 337
Sun visors .......................... 337
Vanity mirror ....................... 338
Clock .................................. 339
Outside temperature
display .............................. 340
Ashtrays ............................. 341
Cigarette lighter .................. 343
Power outlets ..................... 344
Seat heaters ....................... 346
Armrest ............................... 348
Floor mats .......................... 349
Luggage compartment
features ............................ 350
Garage door opener ........... 352
41. Maintenance and care ...... 360
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ........... 360
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ............ 36242. Maintenance ...................... 365
Maintenance
requirements .................... 365
General maintenance ......... 367
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 370
43. Doityourself
maintenance ................... 371
Do−it−yourself service
precautions ....................... 371
Hood ................................... 374
Engine compartment .......... 375
Tires .................................... 391
Tire inflation pressure ......... 401
Wheels ................................ 405
Air conditioning filter ........... 407
Electronic key battery ......... 410
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................. 413
Light bulbs .......................... 426
51. Essential information ....... 440
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................ 440
If you think something is
wrong ................................ 445
Fuel pump shut off
system .............................. 446
Event data recorder ............ 447
4Maintenance and care
5When trouble arises

30 1−2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
nOperation signals
A buzzer sounds and the emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors
have been locked/unlocked. (Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice)
nDoor lock buzzer
If a door is not fully closed, a buzzer sounds continuously if an attempt to
lock the door is made. Fully close the door to stop the buzzer, and lock the
vehicle once more.
nConditions affecting operation
The smart key system uses weak radio waves. In the following situations,
the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be
affected, preventing the smart key system and wireless remote control from
operating properly. (Way of coping
P. 481)
lWhen the electronic key battery is depleted
lNear a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis−
play, airport or other facility that
generates strong radio waves or electri−
cal noise
lWhen carrying a portable radio, ce llular phone, cordless phone or other
wireless communication devices
lWhen the electronic key has come into contact with, or is covered by a
metallic object
lWhen multiple electronic keys are in the vicinity
lWhen carrying or using the electronic key together with the following
devices that emit radio waves
Another vehicle’s electronic key
A wireless key that emits radio waves
Personal computer
lIf window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to
the rear window

54 1−3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
Tumbling the second seats and third seat entry
For easy access to the third seat, perform in “Tumbling sec−
ond seats”. ( P. 5 5 )
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Before tumbling second seats
Stow the seat belt buckles and
lower the head restraints to the
lowest position.
Pass the outer seat belts through
the seat belt hangers and secure
the seat belt plates.
This prevents the shoulder belt
from being damage.
Make sure that the seat belts are
removed from the hangers before
using them.
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1−3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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Before driving
nTumbling second seats
Fold down the seatback while
pulling the seatback angle
adjustment lever, and swing the
whole seat up and forward.
Hook the holding strap to the
assist grip and secure the seat
by pulling its free end.
When returning the second seat
to its original position, stow the
holding strap.
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1−3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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Before driving
Tumbling the third seats
nBefore tumbling third seats
Stow the seat belts buckles.
Stow the center head restraint in the seat back. (P. 6 8 )
Pass the outer seat belts through
the seat belt hangers and secure
the seat belt plates.
This prevents the shoulder belt
from being damage.
Make sure that the seat belts are
removed from the hangers before
using them.
Stow the center seat belt tabs in the cover set in the roof.
(
P. 71)
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1−3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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Before driving
Secure the seats by the strikers.
Remove the seat hook covers
from the back of the seat cush−
ion, and install them on the seat
hooks.
nReturning the third seats
Remove the seat hook covers
from the floor and install them
into the back of the seat cushion.
Unlock the seats by pulling the
stowed seat lock release levers
and lower the seats to its original
position.
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STEP5
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STEP 2