2009 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER brake fluid

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■
Adding fluid
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
Turn the engine switch off.
Depress the brake pedal 20 times or more.
Remove the reservoir cap.
Add newly opened brake fluid up to the MAX line.
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Fluid type FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
ItemsRag or paper towel
■ Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air
Excess moisture in the fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking effi-
ciency. Use only newly opened brake fluid.
CAUTION
■When filling the reservoir
Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage
painted surfaces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with clean
water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
NOTICE
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads
wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious pro\
blem.
■ If you spill fluid
Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent damage to parts or paint.

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5-1. Essential information
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
■ Visible symptoms
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air cond itioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● Engine coolant temperature g auge needle continually points
higher than normal
● Voltmeter continually points higher or lower than normal.
■ Audible symptoms
●Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
■ Operational symptoms
●Engine missing, stumbling or running rough
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, s pongy feeling, pedal almost
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light tur ns on or a war ning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing 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.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Brake system warning light
• 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 nor-
mally.
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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(U.S.A.)
(Canada) ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system.
Slip indicator light The indicator light comes on to indicate a malfunc-
tion in:
• The VSC;
• The TRAC; or
• The active traction control system (if equipped); or
• The AUTO LSD (2WD models).
(Automatic transmis- sion vehicles) Automatic transmission fluid temperature warn-
ing light
Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid tem-
perature is too high.
(if equipped) Unengaged “Park” warning light
Malfunction in the transmission “Park” mechanism.
Warning lightWarning light/Details

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N,
50 kgf) with the engine running.
*2: Parking brake lever travel when pulled with a force of 44.1 lbf (196 N, 20.0kgf).
Chassis lubrication
Steering
Pedal clearance *12.1 in. (54 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.04  0.24 in. (1  6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lever travel *25 — 7 clicks
Fluid type FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
Propeller shafts Spider
Slide yokeLithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2
Molybdenum — disulfide lithium base
chassis grease, NLGI No.2 or lithium
base multipurpose grease, NLGI No.2
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid type
Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or
III

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................. 198
ABS ........................................... 168
Access doors .............................36
Accessory meter ...................... 137
Active traction control system .................................... 160
Air conditioning filter............... 315
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter .............. 315
Manual air conditioning system ................................ 198
Airbags Airbag operating conditions.....80
Airbag precautions for your
child ......................................85
Airbag warning light............... 351
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions..............................80
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ...........................87
Front passenger occupant classification system .............90
General airbag precautions .....84
Locations of airbags ................77
Modification and disposal of airbags ..................................88
Proper driving posture .......75, 84
Side airbag operating conditions..............................80
Side airbag precautions ..........86
SRS airbags ............................77
Antenna..................................... 213
Anti-lock brake system ABS warning light .................. 351
Anti-lock brake system .......... 168
Armrest ..................................... 261
Audio input ............................... 236
Audio remote controls............. 238
Audio system Antenna ................................. 213
Audio input ............................ 236
AUX adapter.......................... 236
CD player .............................. 214 MP3/WMA disc ..................... 222
Optimal use ........................... 231
Portable music player ........... 236
Radio..................................... 208
Steering wheel audio
switch.................................. 238
Sub woofer ............................ 234
Type ...................................... 205
AUTO LSD system ................... 162
Automatic light off system...... 140
Automatic limited slip differential .............................. 162
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission ......... 123
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 373
AUX adapter ............................. 236
Auxiliary box .................... 243, 249
Back door ................................... 38
Back door lock ........................... 38
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 335
Wattage................................. 393
Back window .............................. 41
Battery Charging system warning
light ..................................... 351
Checking ............................... 299
If the vehicle battery is discharged .......................... 375
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 182
Bottle holders................... 243, 248
Brake assist.............................. 168
Brakes Brake system warning
buzzer ................. 161, 163, 171
Brake system warning light ... 350
Fluid ...................................... 296
Parking brake ........................ 128
Break-in tips ............................. 112A
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Emergency, in case ofBlown fuse............................. 320
If the engine will not start ...... 372
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P...................... 373
If the vehicle battery is discharged .......................... 375
If a warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 350
If a warning light turns on ...... 350
If you have a flat tire ............. 360
If you lose your keys ............. 374
If you think something is wrong .................................. 346
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 381
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 341
If your vehicle overheats ....... 378
Emergency flashers
Switch.................................... 340
Engine Compartment ........................ 290
Engine switch ........................ 120
Exhaust gas .......................... 116
Hood...................................... 289
How to start the engine ......... 120
Identification number ............. 386
If the engine will not start ...... 372
Ignition switch........................ 120
Immobilizer system .................72
Overheating........................... 378
Warning light ......................... 350
Engine coolant Capacity ................................ 388
Checking ............................... 295
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 182
Temperature gauge............... 131
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ...................................... 131
Engine immobilizer system.......72 Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 387
Checking ............................... 291
Preparing and checking before winter .................................. 182
Warning light ................. 351, 353
Engine oil maintenance data ......................................... 294
Engine switch........................... 120
Event data recorder ................. 348
Floor mat .................................. 262
Fluid Brake..................................... 296
Washer.................................. 302
Four-wheel drive system
Four-wheel drive control lever .................................... 156
Front--wheel drive control
lever .................................... 158
Front passenger occupant classification system .............. 90
Front passenger's seat belt reminder light ........................ 353
Front passenger’s seat belt
warning buzzer ...................... 353
Front seats Adjustment .............................. 43
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 334
Switch ................................... 139
Wattage................................. 393
Front turn signal lights Lever ..................................... 127
Replacing light bulbs ............. 334
Switch ................................... 127
Wattage................................. 393
Fuel Capacity ................................ 386
Fuel gauge ............................ 131
Fuel pump shut off system .... 347
Gas station information ......... 432
Information ............................ 394E
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Turn signal lights switch ........ 127
Wattage ................................. 393
Limited slip differential............ 162
Load capacity ........... 178, 181, 384
Lock steering column ................58
Luggage storage box............... 263
Luggage compartment features................................... 264
Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance ... 285
General maintenance ............ 281
Maintenance data.................. 384
Maintenance requirements.... 279
Vehicle exterior ..................... 274
Vehicle interior ...................... 276
Malfunction indicator lamp ..... 351
Manual air conditioning system .................................... 198
Manual transmission ............... 125
Meter Accessory meter ................... 137
Instrument panel light
control ................................. 132
Meters ................................... 131
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror.............59
Side mirrors .............................63
Vanity mirrors ........................ 251
MP3 disc ................................... 222
Odometer .................................. 131
Off-road precautions Driving ................................... 175
Vehicle .................................. 173
Oil
Engine oil .............................. 291
Warning light ..................351,353
Opener
Hood...................................... 289 Outside rear view mirror
illumination lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 337
Switch ................................... 139
Wattage................................. 393
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding............... 63
Outside temperature
display .................................... 253
Overheating, Engine ................ 378
Parking assist .......................... 147
Parking brake ........................... 128
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 334
Switch ................................... 139
Wattage................................. 393
Personal lights Switch ................................... 242
Wattage................................. 393
Power outlet ..................... 254, 255
Power steering Fluid ...................................... 298
Power windows .......................... 66
Radiator ............................ 290, 296
Radio ......................................... 208
Rear seat Folding down........................... 45
Removing rear seat bottomcushions ............................... 46
Rear side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 335
Switch ................................... 139
Wattage................................. 393
Rear turn signal lights
Lever ..................................... 127
Replacing light bulbs ............. 335
Switch ................................... 127
Wattage................................. 393
Rear view monitor system ...... 152
Rear window............................... 41
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