2012 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER battery

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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3-4. Using the hands-free phonesystem (for cellula r phone)
Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) ........... 293
Using the hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone) ........... 297
Making a phone call ........... 306
Setting a cellular phone...... 311
Security and system setup ................................ 317
Using the phone book ........ 322
3-5. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................. 330
• Interior lights .................... 331
• Personal lights ................. 332
3-6. Using the storage features List of storage features....... 333
• Glove box ......................... 334
• Cup holders (front) ........... 334
• Cup holders (rear) ............ 337
• Bottle holders ................... 338
• Auxiliary box ..................... 339
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors .......................... 340
Vanity mirrors ..................... 341
Clock .................................. 342
Outside temperature display .............................. 343
Power outlet (12V DC) ....... 344
Power outlet (115V AC) ..... 345
Armrest............................... 351
Floor mat ............................ 352
Luggage storage box (vehicles without sub
woofer) ............................. 354 Luggage compartment
features ............................ 355
Compass ............................ 358
4-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ........... 364
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 367
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 370
General maintenance ......... 372
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 375
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 376
Hood ................................... 380
Engine compartment .......... 381
Tires.................................... 395
Tire inflation pressure ......... 403
Wheels................................ 407
Air conditioning filter ........... 410
Key battery ......................... 413
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 415
Light bulbs .......................... 426
4Maintenance and care

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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers ............ 436
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................... 437
If you think something is wrong ................................ 442
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 443
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................... 444
If you have a flat tire............ 454
If the engine will not start .... 467
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
(vehicles with an
automatic transmission) .... 468
If you lose your keys ........... 469
If the vehicle battery is discharged ........................ 470
If your vehicle overheats ..... 474
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 477
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency ................... 479 6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 482
Fuel information.................. 493
Tire information .................. 496
6-2. Customization Customizable features........ 507
Items to initialize ................. 509
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ................ 512
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 513
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 515
Abbreviation list ........................ 526
Alphabetical index .................... 528
What to do if... ........................... 537
5When trouble arises6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Before driving
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Key battery depletion
The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years. (The battery becomes depleted
even if the key is not used.) If the wireless remote control function does not
operate, the battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when necessary.
(P. 413)
■ Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
■ Conditions affecting operation
The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the follow-
ing situations.
●Near a TV tower, radio station, electr ic power plant, airport or other facil-
ity that generates strong radio waves
● When carrying a portable radio, cell ular phone or other wireless commu-
nication device
● When multiple wireless keys are in the vicinity
● When the wireless key has come into contact with, or is covered by a
metallic object
● When a wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby
● When the wireless key has been left near an electrical appliance such as
a personal computer
■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
Settings (e.g. wireless remote control system) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 507)

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
CAUTION
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Caution while driving
Do not turn the engine switch to the LOCK position.
If in an emergency, you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving,
turn the engine switch only to the ACC position.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the engine switch in the ACC or ON position for long periods if
the engine is not running.
■ When starting the engine
●Do not crank for more than 30 seconds at a time. This may overheat the
starter and wiring systems.
● Do not race a cold engine.
● If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have the engine
checked immediately.

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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When driving
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Daytime running light system (if equipped)
●To make your vehicle more visible to other drivers, the headlights turn on
automatically (at a reduced intensity) whenever the engine is started and
the parking brake is released. Daytime running lights are not designed for
use at night.
● Compared to turning on the headlights, the daytime running light system
offers greater durability and consumes less electricity, so it can help
improve fuel economy.
■ Automatic light off system
●When the headlights come on: The headlights and tail lights turn off 30
seconds after all doors and glass hatch are closed with the engine switch
turned to the ACC or LOCK position. (The lights turn off immediately if
the LOCK button on the wireless remote control is pressed twice after all
doors are locked.)
● When only the tail lights come on: The tail lights turn off automatically
with the engine switch turned to the ACC or LOCK position and the
driver’s door is opened.
If the driver’s door is kept open, the lights automatically turn off after 30 min-
utes.
To turn the lights on again, turn the engine switch to the ON position, or turn
the headlight switch off once and then back to the or position.
■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
Settings (automatic light off system) can be changed. (Customizable
features  P. 507)
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the engine is not run-
ning.

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav-
ity of battery electrolyte.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the rear tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
●Do not try to forcibly open a window, scrape an outside rear
view mirror surface or move a wiper or outside rear view mir-
ror that is frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to
melt the ice. Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it
from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of th e climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
● Remove any ice that has accumu lated on the vehicle chassis.
● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow
that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the
brakes.

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NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the
engine is stopped.

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
Rear window defogger
■The rear window defogger can be operated when
The engine switch is in the ON position.
NOTICE
■ To prevent battery discharge
Turn the rear window defogger off when the engine is off.
This feature is used to defog the rear window.
On/off
Press the button to turn on the
rear window defogger. The
indicator light will come on.
The defogger will automatically
turn off after 15 to 240 minutes.
The operation time changes
according to the ambient tem-
perature and vehicle speed.
Pressing the button again also
turns the defogger off.