2009 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER checking oil

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Maintenance and care
L/C200_U (OM60D97U)
Engine oil
With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil
level on the dipstick.
■ Checking the engine oil
Park the vehicle on level gro und. After turning off the engine,
wait more than five 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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L/C200_U (OM60D97U)■
Adding 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.)
ItemsClean funnel
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546 Alphabetical index
L/C200_U (OM60D97U)
Wireless remote control key .... 40
Doors Back door ................................48
Side door ................................. 43
Side mirrors .............................82
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light ......................................... 465
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 143
Correct posture ..................... 100
Off-road precautions ............. 220
Procedures............................ 142
Winter driving tips.................. 233
Driving position memory...........62
Electronic key If your electronic key
battery is discharged...423, 494
Emergency flashers .................452
Emergency, in case of If a warning message is
displayed............................. 473
If the electronic key does not operate properly............ 494
If the engine will not start ......489
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................491
If the vehicle has discharged battery ................................497
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................462
If the warning light turns on ...462
If you cannot operate back door opener ........................493
If you have a flat tire ............. 476
If you lose your keys ............. 492
If you think something is wrong .................................. 458
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ...................................504
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 453
If your vehicle overheats ....... 501 Engine
Compartment ........................ 389
Engine switch ........................ 151
Hood ..................................... 388
How to start the engine ......... 151
Identification number............. 509
If the engine will not start ...... 489
Ignition switch ....................... 151
Overheating .......................... 501
Engine coolant Capacity ................................ 512
Checking ............................... 396
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 233
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ...................................... 164
Engine immobilizer system ...... 95
Engine oil Capacity ................................ 511
Checking ............................... 391
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 233
Engine oil maintenance data ......................................... 394
Engine switch........................... 151
Event data recorder ................. 460
First-aid kit holder ................... 365
Floor mat .................................. 363
Fluid
Brake..................................... 398
Power steering ...................... 400
Washer.................................. 404
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 439
Switch ................................... 177
Wattage................................. 517
Four-wheel drive system......... 201
Front fog lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 439
Switch ................................... 177
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