2012 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER radiator cap

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Engine compar tment
Washer fluid tank (P. 393)
Power steering fluid reservoir ( P. 389)
Radiator cap
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 382)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 386)Engine oil filler cap
( P. 382)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 387)
Fuse box ( P. 415)
Battery ( P. 390)
Condenser ( P. 387)
Radiator ( P. 387)

386 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Engine coolantThe coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the F (Full) and L
(Low) lines on the reservoir when the engine is cold. Reservoir cap
Full
Low
If the level is on or below the L
line, add coolant up to the F line.
■If the coolant level drops within a short time after replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, reservoir cap, radiator cap, drain cock
and water pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have your Toyota dealer pressure test the cap and
check for leaks in the cooling system.
■ Coolant selection
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or similar high quality ethylene
glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite and non-borate coolant with
long-life hybrid organic acid technology.
U.S.A.: “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant and
50% deionized water. (Enabled: -31 F [-35 C])
Canada: “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 55% coolant and 45% deionized water. (Enabled: -44 F [-42 C])
For more details about engine coolant, contact your Toyota dealer.
CAUTION
■ When the engine is hot
Do not remove the radiator cap.
The cooling system may be under pressure and may spray hot coolant if the
cap is removed, causing serious injuries, such as burns.

476 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Overheating
If you observe the following, 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 other belts 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.
NOTICE
■When adding engine coolant
Wait until the engine has cooled down before adding engine coolant.
When adding coolant, do so slowly. Adding cool coolant to a hot engine too
quickly can cause damage to the engine.

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Alphabetical index
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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