2012 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER Owners Manual

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When driving
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
Safety checks before towing
Check that the maximum load limit for the towing hitch/bracket and hitch
ball is not exceeded. Bear in mind that the coupling weight of the trailer
will add to the load exerted on the vehicle. Also make sure that total load
exerted on the vehicle is within the range of the weight limits. (P. 324)
Ensure that the trailer load is secure.
Supplementary outside rear view mirrors should be added to the vehicle
if the traffic behind cannot be clearly seen with standard mirrors. Adjust
the extending arms of these mirrors on both sides of the vehicle so that
they always provide maximum visibility of the road behind.
CAUTION
To avoid accident or injury
Set the vehicle height to the “LO” mode and turn off the 4-Wheel AHC when
you connect a trailer, otherwise the vehicle height may change due to the
automatic leveling function, and you may catch part of your body in the vehi-
cle, resulting in an accident. (P. 248)
NOTICE
When the rear bumper strengthening material is aluminum
Ensure the steel bracket part does not come directly in contact with that
area.
When steel and aluminum come into contact, there is a reaction similar to
corrosion, which will weaken the section concerned which may result in
damage. Apply a rust inhibitor to parts that will come in contact when attach-
ing a steel bracket.

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L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
Guidance
Your vehicle will handle differently when towing a trailer. In order to
avoid accident, death or serious injury, keep the following in mind
when towing:
Checking connections between trailer and lights
Stop the vehicle and check the operation of the connection
between the trailer and lights after driving for a brief period as well
as before setting off.
Practicing driving with a coupled trailer
Get the feel for turning, stopping and reversing with the trailer
coupled by practicing in an area with no or light traffic.
When reversing with a coupled trailer, hold the section of the
steering wheel nearest to you and rotate clockwise to turn the
trailer left or counterclockwise to turn right. Always rotate gradu-
ally to prevent steering error. Have someone guide you when
reversing to lessen the risk of accident.
Increasing vehicle-to-vehicle distance
At a speed of 10 km/h (6 mph), the distance to the vehicle running
ahead of you should be equivalent to or greater than the combined
length of your vehicle and trailer. Avoid sudden braking that may
cause skidding. Otherwise, the vehicle may spin out of control.
This is especially true when driving on wet or slippery road sur-
faces.

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L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)Sudden acceleration/steering input/cornering
Executing sharp turns when towing may result in the trailer collid-
ing with your vehicle. Decelerate well in advance when approach-
ing turns and take them slowly and carefully to avoid sudden
braking.
Important points regarding turning
The wheels of the trailer will travel closer to the inside of the curve
than the wheels of the vehicle. To make allowance for this, take the
turns wider than you would normally.
Important points regarding stability
Vehicle movement resulting from uneven road surfaces and strong
crosswinds will affect handling. The vehicle may also be rocked by
passing buses or large trucks. Frequently check behind when mov-
ing alongside such vehicles. As soon as such vehicle movement
occurs, immediately start to decelerate smoothly by slowly apply-
ing the brakes. Always steer the vehicle straight ahead while brak-
ing.
Passing other vehicles
Consider the total combined length of your vehicle and trailer, and
ensure that the vehicle-to-vehicle distance is sufficient before exe-
cuting lane changes.

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L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)Transmission information
To maintain engine braking efficiency, when using engine braking,
do not put the transmission in “D”.
Transmission shift range position must be in “5” in the “S” mode.
If the engine overheats...
Towing a loaded trailer up a long steep incline in temperatures
exceeding 30C (85F) may result in the engine overheating. If the
engine coolant temperature gauge indicates that the engine is
overheating, turn the air conditioning off immediately, leave the
road and stop the vehicle in a safe place. (P. 634)
When parking the vehicle
Always place wheel chocks under the wheels of both the vehicle
and trailer. Firmly set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to
“P”.
CAUTION
Follow all the precautions described in this section. Failure to do so could
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
Trailer towing precautions
When towing, make sure that none of the weight limits are exceeded.
(P. 324)
Vehicle speed in towing
Observe the legal maximum speeds for trailer towing.
Before descending hills or long declines
Reduce speed and downshift. However, never downshift suddenly while
descending steep or long downhill grades.
Operation of the brake
Do not hold the brake pedal depressed often or for long periods.
Doing so may result in the brake overheating or reduce braking effects.

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L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Front air conditioning
system ............................ 336
Rear air conditioning
system ............................ 350
Heater idle up switch ........ 354
Power heater .................... 355
Rear window and
outside rear view mirror
defoggers........................ 356
Windshield wiper de-icer... 358
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system types........... 360
Using the radio.................. 362
Using the CD player.......... 366
Playing back MP3 and
WMA discs...................... 373
Operating an iPod ............. 380
Operating
a USB memory ............... 388
Optimal use of
the audio system ............ 396
Using the AUX port ........... 398
Using the steering
switches .......................... 399

3Interior features
335
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio
system
Bluetooth
® audio
system ............................ 402
Using the Bluetooth
®
audio system .................. 407
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable
player .............................. 410
Setting up a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable
player .............................. 413
Bluetooth
® audio
system setup .................. 417
3-4. Using the hands-free system
(for cellular phone)
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone).......... 418
Using the hands-free
system ............................ 423
Making a phone call.......... 430
Setting a cellular phone .... 434
Security and
system setup .................. 438
Using the phone book....... 442
3-5. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list................ 448
• Interior lights ................... 449
• Personal lights ................ 4503-6. Using the storage features
List of storage features ..... 452
• Glove box ....................... 453
• Console box.................... 454
• Overhead console .......... 455
• Cup holders .................... 456
• Bottle holders.................. 458
• Card holder ..................... 460
• Auxiliary box ................... 460
3-7. Other interior features
Cool box............................ 461
Sun visors ......................... 463
Vanity mirror ..................... 464
Clock ................................. 465
Outside temperature
display ............................ 466
Ashtray.............................. 468
Cigarette lighter ................ 470
Power outlet ...................... 471
Heated steering wheel ...... 474
Seat heaters and
ventilators ....................... 476
Armrest ............................. 480
Assist grip ......................... 481
Floor mats ......................... 482
Luggage compartment
features........................... 484

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L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Front air conditioning system
Airflow and outlets are automatically adjusted according to the tem-
perature setting.
With navigation system
Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should
refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Without navigation system and rear air conditioning system
Vehicles with windshield wiper de-icer
Vehicles without windshield wiper de-icer
The above illustration is for a left-hand drive vehicle. The button
positions are reversed for right-hand drive vehicles.
Driver’s side temperature control
Changes the air outlets used
Automatic
mode
Windshield defogger
Dual operation
Air conditioning on/off
Pollen removal mode
Off *
Driver’s side
temperature
setting display
Airflow display
Fan speed display
Fan speed
Passenger’s side
temperature
setting display
Passenger’s side temperature control
Outside air or
recirculated
air mode
Outside air
mode Recirculated
air mode
A
B