2011 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER brake fluid

374 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■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.
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 brake fluid
Items Rag 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
touches the floor

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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
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) 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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SRS warning lightIndicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system.
Slip indicator The indicator comes on to indicate a malfunction in:
• The VSC;
• The TRAC (TRC); or
• The active traction control system (if equipped); or
• The AUTO LSD system (2WD models).
(Automatic transmis- sion vehicles) Automatic transmission fluid temperature warn-
ing light
Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid tem-
perature is too high.
(Automatic transmis- sion vehicles) Unengaged “Park” warning light
Malfunction in the transmission “Park” mechanism.
(Flashes) Cruise control indicator light (if equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system.
Warning lightWarning light/Details

476 6-1. 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
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 SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
Propeller shafts
Spider
Slide yokeLithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2
Molybdenum — disulfide lithium base
chassis grease, NLGI No.2 or lithium
base chassis grease, NLGI No.2

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Alphabetical index
Battery
Charging system warning
light .................................... 431
Checking .............................. 376
If the vehicle battery is discharged ......................... 456
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 190
Bluetooth audio
®..................... 262
Bluetooth phone®................... 278
Bottle holders .................. 318, 323
Brake assist ............................. 175
Brakes Brake system warning
buzzer ................ 168, 170, 178
Brake system warning light .................................... 430
Fluid...................................... 373
Parking brake ....................... 132
Break-in tips ............................ 116
Care
Exterior ................................. 350
Interior .................................. 353
Seat belts ............................. 354
Cargo capacity ........................ 185
Cargo net hook ........................ 341
CD player ................................. 225
Center differential lock ........... 161
Certification label ............ 193, 469
Chains ...................................... 191 Child restraint system
Booster seats, definition ..........97
Booster seats, installation .....107
Convertible seats, definition ....97
Convertible seats,
installation ...........................105
Front passenger occupant classification system .............92
Infant seat, definition ...............97
Infant seats, installation.........104
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ...............................103
Installing CRS with seat belts ....................................101
Installing CRS with top tether straps ..................................108
Child safety
Airbag precautions ..................86
Battery precautions .......378, 458
Child restraint syst em..............97
How your child should wear the seat belt ..........................58
Installing child restraints ........101
Power window lock switch.......69
Power window precautions .....70
Removed key battery
precautions .........................398
Seat belt extender precautions ...........................59
Seat belt precautions ..............59
Cleaning Exterior ..................................350
Interior ...................................353
Seat belts ..............................354
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Engine coolant
Capacity ............................... 472
Checking .............................. 372
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 190
Temperature gauge .............. 135
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ..................................... 135
Engine immobilizer system ...... 74
Engine oil Capacity ............................... 471
Checking .............................. 368
Preparing and checking before winter ................................. 190
Warning light ................ 431, 433
Engine oil maintenance data ........................................ 370
Engine switch .......................... 124
Event data recorder ................ 428
Floor mat .................................. 337
Fluid Brake .................................... 373
Washer ................................. 379
Four-wheel drive system
Four-wheel drive control lever ................................... 161
Front--wheel drive control
lever ................................... 164
Front passenger occupant classification system.............. 92
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ........................ 433
Front passenger’s seat belt
warning buzzer...................... 433
Front seats Adjustment ............................. 45 Front side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs .............410
Switch....................................143
Wattage .................................478
Front turn signal lights
Lever .....................................131
Replacing light bulbs .............410
Switch....................................131
Wattage .................................478
Fuel Capacity ................................470
Fuel gauge ............................135
Fuel pump shut off system ....427
Gas station information .........528
Information ............................479
Refueling .................................71
Type ......................................470
Warning light .........................433
Fuel door.....................................71
Fuel filler door ............................71
Fuel pump shut off system .....427
Fuses Fuses ....................................399
Locations .......................403, 407
Gas station information...........528
Gauges ......................................135
Glass hatch.................................41
Glove box..................................319
Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) ................278
Hazard lights
Switch....................................420
Head restraints Adjusting ................................53
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Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance .. 362
General maintenance ........... 358
Maintenance data ................. 468
Maintenance requirements ... 356
Vehicle exterior..................... 350
Vehicle interior...................... 353
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 431
Manual air conditioning
system ................................... 206
Manual transmission .............. 129
Meter
Accessory meter................... 141
Instrument panel light control ................................ 136
Meters .................................. 135
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror ............ 63
Side mirrors ............................ 66
Vanity mirrors ....................... 326
MP3 disc................................... 233
Noise from under vehicle ......... 21
Odometer ................................. 135
Off-road precautions Driving .................................. 182
Vehicle.................................. 180
Oil Engine oil.............................. 368
Warning light ................. 431,433
Opener Hood ..................................... 366
Outside rear view mirror illumination lightsReplacing light bulbs ............ 416
Switch ................................... 143
Wattage ................................ 478 Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding ...............66
Outside temperature display ....................................328
Overheating, Engine ................459
Parking assist...........................152
Parking brake ...........................132
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs .............410
Switch....................................143
Wattage .................................478
Personal lights
Switch....................................317
Wattage .................................478
Power outlet .....................329, 330
Power steering
Fluid ......................................375
Power windows ..........................69
Radiator ............................367, 373
Radio .........................................218
Rear seat Folding down ...........................47
Removing rear seat bottom
cushions................................48
Rear side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs .............410
Switch....................................143
Wattage .................................478
Rear turn signal lights Lever .....................................131
Replacing light bulbs .............410
Switch....................................131
Wattage .................................478M
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