2012 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER check engine

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L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near
the low level mark, add engine
oil of the same type as already in
the engine. (P. 649)
Make sure to check the oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the filler cap, turning it clockwise.
Engine oil selectionP. 649
Oil quantity
(Low  Full)1.5 L (1.6 qt., 1.3 Imp.qt.)
Items Clean funnel
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CAUTION
Used engine oil
Used engine oil contains potentially harmful contaminants which may
cause skin disorders such as inflammation or skin cancer, so care should
be taken to avoid prolonged and repeated contact. To remove used engine
oil from your skin, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
Dispose of used oil and filters only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do
not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the
ground. Call any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional, service station or auto parts store for
information concerning recycling or disposal.
Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children.
NOTICE
To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on regular basis.
When replacing the engine oil
Be careful not to spill engine oil on the vehicle components.
Avoid overfilling, as the engine could be damaged.
Check the oil level on the dipstick every time you refill the vehicle.
Be sure the engine oil filler cap is properly tightened.

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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 any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional, 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.
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50 % coolant and 50 %
deionized water. (Enabled: -35C [-31F])
For more details about engine coolant, contact any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
CAUTION
When the engine is hot
Do not remove the coolant reservoir cap.
The cooling system may be under pressure and may spray hot coolant if the
cap is removed, causing serious injuries, such as burns.
NOTICE
When adding engine coolant
Coolant is neither plain water nor straight antifreeze. The correct mixture of
water and antifreeze must be used to provide proper lubrication, corrosion
protection and cooling. Be sure to read the antifreeze or coolant label.
If you spill coolant
Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent damage to parts or paint.

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Maintenance and care
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
Radiator, condenser and intercooler
Check the radiator, condenser and intercooler and clear any foreign
objects.
If any of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of
their condition, have your vehicle checked by any authorized Toyota
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional.
Battery
Check the battery as follows.
Caution symbol
The meanings of each caution symbol on the top of the battery are as
follows:
CAUTION
When the engine is hot
Do not touch the radiator, condenser or intercooler, as they may be hot and
may cause serious injuries, such as burns.
No smoking, no naked
flames, no sparksBattery acid
Shield eyesNote operating
instructions
Keep away from chil-
drenExplosive gas

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Maintenance and care
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
Checking and replacing fuses
If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have
blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as necessary.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF.
The fuses are located in the following places. To check the
fuses, follow the instructions below.
Engine compartment
Push the tab in and lift the lid
off.
Under the instrument panel (left-hand drive vehicles)
Driver’s side instrument panel (type A)
Remove the lid.
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Light bulbs
You may replace the following bulbs yourself. The difficulty level of
replacement varies depending on the bulb. If necessary bulb
replacement seems difficult to perform, contact any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional.
For more information about replacing other light bulbs, contact any
authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Prepare a replacement light bulb
Check the wattage of the light bulb being replaced. (P. 661)
Remove the engine compartment cover
P. 504
Front bulb locations
Front fog light (if equipped)Front turn signal light
Headlight
high beam

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L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
Indicates that engine
oil level is low
A buzzer also sounds.Check the level of
engine oil, and add if
necessary.
This message may
appear if the vehicle is
stopped on a slope.
Move the vehicle to a
level surface and
check to see if the
message disappears.
(Diesel engine)Indicates that the
amount of accumu-
lated water in the fuel
filter has reached the
specified levelDrain the water from the
fuel filter. (P. 517)
Indicates that the
washer fluid level is
lowAdd washer fluid
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure

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When trouble arises
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
(Diesel engine)Indicates that the
engine oil is sched-
uled to be changed
Comes on approxi-
mately 27000 km
(17000 miles) after the
engine oil is changed.
(The indicator will not
work properly unless
the oil maintenance
data has been reset.)Check the engine oil
and change if neces-
sary. After changing the
engine oil, the oil
change system should
be reset. (P. 507)
(Diesel engine)Indicates that the
engine oil and oil fil-
ter should be changed
Comes on approxi-
mately 30000 km
(19000 miles) after the
engine oil is changed
(and the oil mainte-
nance data has been
reset)Have the engine oil and
oil filter checked and/or
changed by any autho-
rized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped
professional. After
changing the engine oil,
the oil change system
should be reset.
(P. 507)
Indicates that remain-
ing fuel is about 15.0 L
(4.0 gal., 3.3 Imp.gal.)
or less Refuel the vehicle.
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure