2011 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER Rv flat towing

196 2-5. Driving information
■Before towing
Check that the following conditions are met:
●Ensure that your vehicle’s tires are properly inflated. ( P. 477)
● Trailer tires should be inflated according to the trailer manufacturer’s rec-
ommendation.
● All trailer lights work to be legal.
● Confirm all lights work each time you connect them.
● The trailer ball is set up at the proper height for the coupler on the t\
railer.
● Check that your vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer
is hitched. Do not drive if the vehicle is not level, and check for improper
tongue load, overloading, worn suspension, or other possible causes.
● Make sure the trailer cargo is securely loaded.
● Check that your rear view mirrors conform to any federal, state/provincial
or local regulations. If they do not, install rear view mirrors appropriate for
towing purposes.
■ Break-in schedule
Toyota recommends that you do not use a new vehicle or a vehicle with any
new power train components (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bear-
ings, etc.) to tow a trailer for the first 500 miles (800 km) of driving.
■ Maintenance
●If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance
due to the additional load. (See “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or
“Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)
● Retighten the fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approxi-
mately 600 miles (1000 km).

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5-1. Essential information
If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towingThe following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer before towing.
● The engine is running, but the vehicle will not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available, in an emergency your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency
towing eyelet. This should only attempted on hard, surfaced roads for
short distances at low speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The
vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in
good condition.
Towing eyelet
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
your Toyota dealer or a commerci al towing service, using a lift-type
truck or a flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all to wing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.
The wheels and axle on the groun d must be in good condition.
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Steel wheel
Stowing the flat tire, jack and all tools
Install the flat tire in the reverse order of removal.
Tightening torque:
44 ft·lbf (60 N·m, 6.1 kgf·m)
Vehicles with rear view monitor
system: Install the spare wheel
cover in the reverse order of
removal.Tighten the bolt.
Tightening torque:
10 ft·lbf (14 N·m,1.4 kgf·m)
Stow the tools and jack securely.
■After completing the tire change
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. (P. 382)

516 Alphabetical index
Clinometer ................................ 141
Clock ........................................ 327
Clutch start cancel switch....... 174
Compass ........................... 141, 343
Condenser ................................ 373
Cooling systemEngine overheating ............... 459
CRS .............................................97
Cruise control........................... 148
Cup holders .............. 318, 319, 322
Curtain shield airbags ...............79
Customizable features............. 493
Daytime running light
system .................................... 144
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 213
Dimension................................. 468
Dinghy towing .......................... 203
Do-it-yourself main tenance..... 362
Doors Access doors...........................34
Door glasses ...........................69
Door lock ...........................28, 31
Open door warning light ........ 433
Side doors ...............................31
Side mirrors .............................66
Driver’s seat belt reminder
buzzer ..................................... 433
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ......................................... 433
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 116
Correct posture .......................77
Driving assist systems........... 175
Procedures ............................ 124
Winter driving tips.................. 190 Emergency, in case of
Blown fuse ............................ 399
If the engine will not start ...... 453
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 454
If the vehicle battery is discharged .......................... 456
If a warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 430
If a warning light turns on ...... 430
If you have a flat tire ............. 440
If you lose your keys ............. 455
If you think something is wrong .................................. 426
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 462
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency .......................... 464
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 421
If your vehicle overheats ....... 459
Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 420
Engine Compartment ........................ 367
Engine switch ........................ 124
Exhaust gas .......................... 120
Hood ..................................... 366
How to start the engine ......... 124
Identification number............. 470
If the engine will not start ...... 453
Ignition switch ....................... 124
Immobilizer system ................. 74
Overheating .......................... 459
Warning light ......................... 431
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522 Alphabetical index
Tools ......................................... 440
Total load capacity................... 189
TowingDinghy towing........................ 203
Emergency towing................. 421
Trailer towing......................... 193
Traction control system .......... 175
TRAC (TRC) .............................. 175
Trip meter ................................. 135
Turn signal lights Lever ..................................... 131
Replacing light bulbs ............. 410
Switch.................................... 131
Wattage ................................. 478
Vanity mirrors........................... 326
Vehicle identification number ................................... 469
Vehicle stability control........... 175
Voltmeter .................................. 135
VSC............................................ 175
Warning buzzers Key reminder ......................... 435
Seat belt reminder ................. 433
Warning lights ABS ....................................... 431
Airbag system ....................... 431
Anti-lock brake system .......... 431
Automatic transmission fluid
temperature ........................ 431
Brake system ........................ 430
Charging system .... ............... 431
Driver’s seat belt ................... 433
Electronic engine control system ................................ 431
Engine oil replacement.......... 433 Front passenger occupant
classification system ........... 431
Front passenger’s seat belt... 433
Low brake fluid ...................... 430
Low engine oil pressure ........ 431
Low fuel level ........................ 433
Low tire inflation pressure ..... 433
Low washer fluid ................... 434
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 431
Open door ............................. 433
Seat belt ................................ 433
Seat belt pretensioner system ................................ 431
SRS....................................... 431
SRS airbag system ............... 431
Tire pressure ......................... 433
Tire pressure warning
system ................................ 433
Unengaged “Park”................. 431
Washer
Checking ............................... 379
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 190
Switch ........................... 145, 147
Washing and waxing ............... 350
Weight Cargo capacity ...................... 185
Load limits ............................. 189
Weight ................................... 468
Wheels ...................................... 391
Window glasses .................. 41, 69
Window lock switch................... 69
Windows Power windows ....................... 69
Rear window defogger .......... 213
Washer.......................... 145, 147
Windshield wipers ........... 145, 147
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