2010 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER overheating

148 2-1. Driving procedures
L/C200_U
CAUTION
■Exhaust gases
Exhaust gases include harmful carbon monoxide (CO) that is colorless and
odorless. Inhaling exhaust gases may lead to death or a serious health haz-
ard.
● If the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated area, stop the engine. In a closed
area, such as a garage, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle.
This may lead to death or a serious health hazard.
● The exhaust should be checked occasionally. If there is a hole or crack
caused by corrosion, damage to a joint or abnormal exhaust noise, be
sure to have the vehicle inspected and repaired by your Toyota dealer.
Failure to do so may allow exhaust gases to enter the vehicle, resulting in
death or a serious health hazard.
■ When taking a nap in the vehicle
Always turn the engine off. Otherwise, you may accidentally move the shift
lever or depress the accelerator pedal, which could cause an accident or fire
due to engine overheating. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked in a poorly
ventilated area, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle, leadin\
g to
death or a serious health hazard.

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2-1. Driving procedures
L/C200_U
Parking brake
NOTICE
■Before driving
Fully release the parking brake.
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components
overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake
wear.
Sets the parking brake
Fully set the parking brake
while depressing the brake
pedal.
Releases the parking brake
Slightly raise the lever and
lower it completely while press-
ing the button.

166 2-2. Instrument cluster
L/C200_U
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the engine and its components
● Do not let the indicator needle of the tachometer enter the red zone, which
indicates the maximum engine speed.
● The engine may be overheating if the engine coolant temperature gauge is
in the red zone (“H”). In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe
place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely. ( P. 537)
■ While driving
● When the voltmeter indicates more than 19 V or less than 9 V, the battery
may be malfunctioning. Have your vehicle checked at your Toyota dealer.
● When the engine oil pressure gauge does not work properly, immediately
stop the engine and contact your Toyota dealer.

238 2-5. Driving information
L/C200_U●
Note that when making a turn, th e 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 stee ring or brakes, your vehicle and
trailer will stabilize.
● Take care when passing other v ehicles. Passing requires consider-
able distance. After passing a vehi cle, do not forget the length of
your trailer, and be sure you hav e plenty of room before changing
lanes.
● In order to maintain engine braking efficiency when driving on a
long steep downgrade, do not use overdrive. Transmission shift
range position must be in “4”, in “S” mode.
● Due to the added load of the trailer, your vehicle’s engine may
overheat on hot days (at temperatur es over 85°F [30°C] when driv-
ing 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. 537)

392 3-7. Other interior features
L/C200_U
■The seat heaters can be used when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
CAUTION
■Burns
● Use caution when seating the following persons in a seat with the seat
heater on to avoid the possibility of burns:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the disabled
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping
drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
● Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater.
Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushion increases the temperature
of the seat and may lead to overheating.
NOTICE
■To prevent seat heater damage
Do not put unevenly weighted objects on the seat and do not stick sharp
objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
■ To prevent battery discharge
Turn the switches off when the engine is not running.

538 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
L/C200_U
■Overheating
In the following situations, your vehicle may be overheating.
● The engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone or a loss of
power is experienced.
● Steam is coming from under the hood.
CAUTION
■To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of
your vehicle
● If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot, caus-
ing serious injury such as burns.
● Keep hands and clothing away from the fan and engine drive belt while the
engine is running.
● 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. 546)
Have the vehicle checked at neares t Toyota dealer as soon as pos-
sible.
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Alphabetical index
L/C200_U
Brake assist ............................. 206
Break-in tips ............................ 143
Brightness control
Instrument light control ......... 165
Care Exterior ................................. 412
Interior .................................. 415
Seat belts ............................. 416
Card holder .............................. 379
Cargo capacity ........................ 218
Cargo net hooks ...................... 395
CD player/changer .................. 274
Center differential lock/unlock switch ................ 197
Chains ...................................... 228
Child-protectors ........................ 43
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition ....... 124
Booster seats, installation .... 128
Convertible seats, definition............................. 124
Convertible seats, installation .......................... 128
Front passenger occupant classification system .......... 118
Infant seats, definition .......... 124
Infant seats, installation ........ 128
Installing CRS with LATCH system ..... .............. 129
Installing CRS with seat belts............................ 131
Installing CRS with top
straps ................................. 136
Child safety Airbag precautions ............... 111
Battery precautions ...... 441, 463
Child-protectors ...................... 43
Child restraint system ........... 124
How your child should wear
the seat belt ......................... 76 Installing child restraints ........128
Moon roof precautions ............91
Power window lock switch.......86
Power window precautions .....88
Removed key battery
precautions .........................461
Seat belt extender precautions ...........................79
Seat belt precautions ..............77
Seat heater precautions ........392
Cigarette lighter .......................388
Cleaning Exterior ..................................412
Interior ...................................415
Seat belts ..............................416
Clock .........................................384
Condenser ................................435
Console box .............................374
Cool box....................................380
Cooling system Engine overheating ...............537
Cruise control...........................184
Cup holder ................................376
Crawl Control ...........................202
Curtain shield airbags .............103
Customizable features.............567
Daytime running light
system ....................................175
Defogger
Rear window .........................260
Dimension.................................542
Dinghy towing ..........................243
Display Crawl Control display ............202
Intuitive parking assist display.................................188
Trip information .....................171
Shift position and shift range...................................158
Warning messages ...............511
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584 Alphabetical index
L/C200_U
Do-it-yourself maintenance..... 424
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights ..............331
Wattage .................................551
Door lock Back door ................................47
Side door ................................. 42
Wireless remote control key .... 39
Doors
Back door ................................47
Side door ................................. 42
Side mirrors .............................83
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ......................................... 503
Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 143
Correct posture ..................... 101
Off-road precautions ............. 213
Procedures............................ 142
Winter driving tips.................. 226
Driving position memory...........63
Electronic key If your electronic key
battery is discharged...461, 531
Emergency flashers Switch.................................... 490
Emergency, in case of If a warning message is displayed............................. 511
If the electronic key does not operate properly............ 531
If the engine will not start ......526
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P......................528
If the vehicle has discharged
battery ................................534
If the warning buzzer sounds ................................500
If the warning light turns on ...500
If you cannot operate back door opener ........................530 If you have a flat tire ............. 514
If you lose your keys ............. 529
If you think something is
wrong .................................. 496
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 540
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 491
If your vehicle overheats ....... 537
Engine Compartment ........................ 428
Engine switch ........................ 152
Hood ..................................... 427
How to start the engine ......... 152
Identification number............. 543
If the engine will not start ...... 526
Ignition switch ....................... 152
Overheating .......................... 537
Engine coolant Capacity ................................ 546
Checking ............................... 434
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 226
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ...................................... 164
Engine immobilizer system ...... 96
Engine oil Capacity ................................ 545
Checking ............................... 430
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 226
Engine oil maintenance data ......................................... 432
Engine switch........................... 152
Event data recorder ................. 498
First-aid kit holder ................... 395
Floor mat .................................. 394
Fluid
Brake..................................... 436
Power steering ...................... 438
Washer.................................. 442
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