2012 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER brake fluid

388 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.

446 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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
• Comes on: Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid temperature is too high.
• Flashes: Indicates a malfunction in the automatic transmission system.
(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

490 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
Brakes
Brake system warning
buzzer ................ 171, 173, 181
Brake system warning light .................................... 444
Fluid...................................... 387
Parking brake ....................... 135
Break-in tips ............................ 118
Care
Exterior ................................. 364
Interior .................................. 367
Seat belts ............................. 368
Cargo capacity ........................ 188
Cargo net hook ........................ 356
CD player ................................. 237
Center differential lock ........... 164
Certification label ............ 200, 483
Chains ...................................... 194
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition ......... 99
Booster seats, installation .... 109
Convertible seats, definition ... 99
Convertible seats, installation .......................... 106
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 94
Infant seat, definition .............. 99
Infant seats, installation ........ 106
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors .............................. 105
Installing CRS with seat belts ................................... 103
Installing CRS with top tether
straps ................................. 110
Child safety Airbag precautions ................. 88
Battery precautions ...... 392, 472
Child restraint system ............. 99
How your child should wear
the seat belt ......................... 60
Installing child restraints ....... 103
Power window lock switch ...... 71 Power window precautions .....72
Removed key battery
precautions .........................414
Seat belt extender precautions ...........................61
Seat belt precautions ..............61
Cleaning Exterior ..................................364
Interior ...................................367
Seat belts ..............................368
Clinometer ................................144
Clock ........................................ 342
Clutch start cancel switch.......177
Compass ...........................144, 358
Condenser ................................387
Cooling system Engine overheating ...............474
CRS .............................................99
Cruise control...........................151
Cup holders ..............333, 334, 337
Curtain shield airbags ...............81
Customizable features.............507
Daytime running light system ....................................147
Defogger Rear window .........................225
Dimension.................................482
Dinghy towing ..........................214
Do-it-yourself main tenance.....376
Doors
Access doors...........................36
Door glasses ...........................71
Door lock ...........................30, 33
Open door warning light ........447
Side doors ...............................33
Side mirrors .............................68
Driver’s seat belt reminder buzzer .....................................447
Driver’s seat belt reminder
light .........................................447
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DrivingBreak-in tips .......................... 118
Correct posture .......................79
Driving assist systems........... 178
Procedures ............................ 116
Winter driving tips.................. 193
Emergency, in case of Blown fuse............................. 415
If the engine will not start ...... 467
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P...................... 468
If the vehicle battery is
discharged .......................... 470
If a warning buzzer sounds ................................ 444
If a warning light turns on ...... 444
If you have a flat tire ............. 454
If you lose your keys ............. 469
If you think something is wrong .................................. 442
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 477
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency .......................... 479
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 437
If your vehicle overheats ....... 474
Emergency flashers Switch.................................... 436
Engine Compartment ........................ 381
Engine switch ........................ 127
Exhaust gas .......................... 123
Hood...................................... 380
How to start the engine ......... 127
Identification number ............. 483
If the engine will not start ...... 467
Ignition switch........................ 127
Immobilizer system .................76
Overheating........................... 474
Warning light ......................... 445 Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 486
Checking ............................... 386
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 193
Temperature gauge .............. 138
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ...................................... 138
Engine immobilizer system ...... 76
Engine oil Capacity ................................ 485
Checking ............................... 382
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 193
Warning light ................. 445, 447
Engine switch........................... 127
Event data recorder ................... 24
Floor mat .................................. 352
Fluid Brake..................................... 387
Washer.................................. 393
Four-wheel drive system Four-wheel drive control lever .................................... 164
Front-wheel drive control lever .................................... 167
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............. 94
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ........................ 447
Front passenger’s seat belt warning buzzer ...................... 447
Front seats
Adjustment .............................. 47
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Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding .............. 68
Outside temperature display ................................... 343
Overheating, Engine ............... 474
Parking assist .......................... 155
Parking brake .......................... 135
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 426
Switch ................................... 146
Wattage ................................ 492
Personal lights
Switch ................................... 332
Wattage ................................ 492
Power outlet..................... 344, 345
Power steering
Fluid...................................... 389
Power windows ......................... 71
Radiator............................ 381, 387
Radio ........................................ 230
Rear seat Folding down .......................... 49
Removing rear seat bottom
cushions ............................... 50
Rear side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 426
Switch ................................... 146
Wattage ................................ 492
Rear turn signal lights Lever .................................... 134
Replacing light bulbs ............ 426
Switch ................................... 134
Wattage ................................ 492 Rear view monitor system ......160
Rear window ...............................43
Rear window defogger ............225
Replacing
Key battery ............................413
Fuses ....................................415
Light bulbs .............................426
Tires ...............................395,454
Wheels ..................................407
Rear differential lock system ....................................174
Rear step bumper ......................40
Rear window wiper ..................150
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ............................512
Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off switch ....................92
Seat belts Adjustment ..............................58
ALR .........................................60
Automatic Locking Retractor ...60
Child restraint system installation ...........................103
Cleaning and maintaining......368
ELR .........................................60
Emergency Locking Retractor ...............................60
How to wear your seat belt......58
How your child should wear the seat belt ..........................60
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use .........................60
Reminder buzzer ...................447
Reminder light .......................447
Seat belt extenders .................61
Seat belt pretensioners ...........59
Seating capacity.......................192
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