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●Note that when making a turn, the trailer wheels will be closer than
the vehicle wheels to the inside of the turn. Compensate by making
a larger than normal turning radius.
●Crosswinds and rough roads will adversely affect handling of your
vehicle and trailer, causing sway. Periodically check the rear to
prepare for being passed by large trucks or buses, which may
cause your vehicle and trailer to sway. If swaying occurs, firmly grip
the steering wheel, reduce speed immediately but gradually, and
steer straight ahead. Never increase speed. If you make no
extreme correction with the steering or brakes, your vehicle and
trailer will stabilize.
●Take care when passing other vehicles. Passing requires consider-
able distance. After passing a vehicle, do not forget the length of
your trailer, and be sure you have plenty of room before changing
lanes.
●In order to maintain engine braking efficiency, do not use the trans-
mission in D (automatic transmission) or 6 (manual transmission).
●Due to the added load of the trailer, your vehicle’s engine may
overheat on hot days (at temperatures over 85°F [30°C]) when
driving up a long or steep grade. If the engine coolant temperature
gauge indicates overheating, immediately turn off the air condition-
ing (if in use), pull your vehicle off the road and stop in a safe spot.
(P. 382)
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When driving
●Always place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and the trailer
wheels when parking. Apply the parking brake firmly, and put the
transmission in P (automatic transmission) or in 1 or R (manual
transmission). Avoid parking on a slope, but if unavoidable, do so
only after performing the following:
Apply the brakes and keep them applied.
Have someone place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and
trailer wheels.
When the wheel blocks are in place, release the brakes slowly
until the blocks absorb the load.
Apply the parking brake firmly.
Shift into 1 or R (manual transmission) or P (automatic trans-
mission) and turn off the engine.
●When restarting after parking on a slope:
With the transmission in P (automatic transmission) or the
clutch pedal (manual transmission) depressed, start the
engine. On vehicles with an automatic transmission, be sure
to keep the brake pedal pressed.
Shift into a forward gear. If reversing, shift into R.
Release the parking brake (also brake pedal on vehicles with
an automatic transmission), and slowly pull or back away from
the wheel blocks. Stop and apply the brakes.
Have someone retrieve the blocks.
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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
Dinghy towing
NOTICE
■To avoid serious damage to your vehicle
Do not tow your vehicle with four wheels on the ground.
Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels on
the ground) behind a motor home.
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Interior features3
203
3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Air conditioning system .... 204
Rear window defogger ..... 210
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system types .......... 211
Using the radio ................. 214
Using the CD player ......... 220
Playing back MP3 and
WMA discs ..................... 227
Optimal use of the audio
system ........................... 235
Operating the sub
woofer ............................ 238
Changing display color
(type B only)................... 239
Using the AUX adapter .... 240
Using the steering wheel
audio switches ............... 242
3-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ............... 244
• Interior lights .................. 245
• Personal lights ............... 2463-4. Using the storage features
List of storage features .... 247
• Glove box....................... 247
• Cup holders (front) ......... 248
• Cup holders (rear) .......... 251
• Bottle holders ................. 252
• Auxiliary box .................. 253
3-5. Other interior features
Sun visors ........................ 254
Vanity mirrors ................... 255
Clock ................................ 256
Outside temperature
display............................ 257
Power outlet (12V DC) ..... 258
Power outlet (115V AC) ... 259
Armrest ............................ 265
Floor mat .......................... 266
Luggage storage box
(vehicles without sub
woofer) ........................... 267
Luggage compartment
features .......................... 268
Compass .......................... 271
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■Welcome function (type B only)
When you turn the engine switch to the ACC or ON position, “FJ CRUISER”
will appear scrolling on the display. And then “FJammer” will appear for 6
seconds.
While this function is operating, the display is illuminated with full intensity
and the instrument panel light control dial is disabled. However, you can turn
off the display illumination by pushing the .
■Using cellular phones
Interference may be heard through the audio system's speakers if a cellular
phone is being used inside or close to the vehicle while the audio system is
operating.
TitlePage
Using the radioP. 214
Using the CD playerP. 220
Playing back MP3 and WMA discsP. 227
Optimal use of the audio systemP. 235
Operating the sub wooferP. 238
Changing display colorP. 239
Using the AUX adapterP. 240
Using the steering wheel audio switchesP. 242
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3-2. Using the audio system
Using the steering wheel audio switches
Turning on the power
Press when the audio system is turned off.
The audio system can be turned off by holding the switch down until the
system turns off.
Changing the audio source
Press when the audio system is turned on. The audio source
changes as follows each time is pressed.
CD player without changer:
FM1FM2CDAUXAM
CD player with changer:
FM1FM2CD changerAUXAMSAT1SAT2SAT3
: If equipped
Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on the
steering wheel.
Vo l u m e
Radio: Select radio stations
CD: Select tracks, files
(MP3 and WMA) and discs
Power on, select audio
source
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Interior features
Adjusting the volume
Press “+” on to increase the volume and “–” to decrease the
volume.
Press and hold “+” or “–” on to continue increasing or decreasing
the volume.
Selecting a radio station
Press to select the radio mode.
Press “” or “” on to select a preset station.
To scan for receivable stations, press and hold the switch until you
hear a beep.
Selecting a track/file
Press to select the CD mode.
Press “” or “” on to select the desired track/file.
Selecting a disc in the CD player (CD player with changer only)
Press to select the CD mode.
Press and hold “” or “” on until you want to listen to is
set.
CAUTION
■To reduce the risk of an accident
Exercise care when operating the audio switches on the steering wheel.
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Maintenance and care4
277
4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ......... 278
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior .......... 280
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements .................. 283
General maintenance....... 285
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs........................ 288
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions .................... 289
Hood ................................ 293
Engine compartment ........ 294
Tires ................................. 308
Tire inflation pressure ...... 313
Wheels ............................. 317
Air conditioning filter......... 319
Key battery ....................... 322
Checking and replacing
fuses .............................. 324
Light bulbs........................ 335