2013 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER tow

468 5-1. Essential information
Towing with a wheel lift-type truck from the rear2WD models Turn the engine switch to the
ACC position.
4WD models Vehicles with an automatic trans-
mission: When not using a tow-
ing dolly, turn the engine switch
to the ACC position, shift the
shift lever to N and shift the front-
wheel drive control lever in H2.
Vehicles with a manual transmis-
sion: Use a towing dolly under
the front wheels.
NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission (4WD models
with a manual transmission)
Never tow this vehicle wheels on the ground.
■ To prevent damaging the vehicle
●Do not tow the vehicle with the key removed or in the LOCK position.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheel
straight.
● When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at
the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the
vehicle could be damaged while being towed.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Steel wheel
Stowing the flat tire, jack and all tools
Install the flat tire in the reverse order of removal.
Tightening torque:
44 ft·lbf (60 N·m, 6.1 kgf·m)
Install the spare wheel cover in
the reverse order of removal.Tighten the bolt.
Tightening torque:
10 ft·lbf (14 N·m,1.4 kgf·m)
Stow the tools and jack securely.
■After completing the tire change
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. (P. 424)

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
■Emergency hook
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and put the shift
lever in P (automatic transmission) or N (manual transmis-
sion).
Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide
traction under the tires.
Restart the engine.
Turn off the VSC. ( P. 197, 198)
Carefully apply the accelerator to free the vehicle.
When your vehicle becomes stuck and
cannot move, the emergency hook is
used for another vehicle to pull your vehi-
cle out in an emergency.
Your vehicle is not designed to tow
another vehicle.
Do not use the rear hook. It is not
designed for towing.

506 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to rock the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the sur-
rounding area is clear, to avoid striki ng other vehicles, objects or persons.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.
■ When shifting the shift lever
Vehicles with automatic transmission: Be careful not to shift the shift lever
with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may
cause an accident and result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and do not rev the engine.
● If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures, the vehicle may
require towing to be freed.

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Alphabetical index
Brakes
Brake system warning
buzzer ................ 184, 186, 199
Brake system warning light .................................... 472
Fluid...................................... 415
Parking brake ....................... 137
Break-in tips ............................ 120
Care
Exterior ................................. 392
Interior .................................. 395
Seat belts ............................. 396
Cargo capacity ........................ 206
Cargo net hook ........................ 375
CD player ................................. 255
Center differential lock ........... 176
Certification label ............ 218, 511
Chains ...................................... 212
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition ....... 102
Booster seats, installation .... 112
Convertible seats, definition............................. 102
Convertible seats,
installation .......................... 109
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 97
Infant seat, definition ............ 102
Infant seats, installation ........ 109
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors .............................. 108
Installing CRS with seat belts ................................... 106
Installing CRS with top tether straps ................................. 113 Child safety
Airbag precautions ..................91
Battery precautions .......420, 500
Child restraint system............102
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................62
Installing child restraints ........106
Power window lock switch.......74
Power window precautions .....75
Removed key battery precautions .........................442
Seat belt extender precautions ...........................63
Seat belt precautions ..............63
Cleaning Exterior ..................................392
Interior ...................................395
Seat belts ..............................396
Clinometer ................................146
Clock ........................................ 361
Clutch start cancel switch.......191
Compass ...........................146, 385
Condenser ................................415
Cooling system Engine overheating ...............502
Crawl Control ...........................192
CRS ...........................................102
Cruise control...........................154
Cup holders ..............351, 353, 356
Curtain shield airbags ...............84
Customizable features.............535
Daytime running light system ....................................150
Defogger Rear window .........................243
Dimension.................................510
Dinghy towing ..........................232
Do-it-yourself main tenance.....404
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DoorsAccess doors...........................38
Door glasses ...........................74
Door lock ...........................32, 35
Open door warning light ........ 475
Side doors ...............................35
Side mirrors .............................71
Driver’s seat belt reminder
buzzer ..................................... 475
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ......................................... 475
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 120
Correct posture .......................82
Driving assist systems........... 196
Procedures ............................ 118
Winter driving tips.................. 211
Emergency, in case of Blown fuse............................. 443
If the engine will not start ...... 495
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P...................... 496
If the vehicle battery is discharged .......................... 498
If a warning buzzer sounds ................................ 472
If a warning light turns on ...... 472
If you have a flat tire ............. 482
If you lose your keys ............. 497
If you think something is
wrong .................................. 470
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 505
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency .......................... 507
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 465
If your vehicle overheats ....... 502
Emergency flashers Switch.................................... 464 Engine
Compartment ........................ 409
Engine switch ........................ 129
Exhaust gas .......................... 125
Hood ..................................... 408
How to start the engine ......... 129
Identification number............. 511
If the engine will not start ...... 495
Ignition switch ....................... 129
Immobilizer system ................. 79
Overheating .......................... 502
Warning light ......................... 473
Engine coolant Capacity ................................ 514
Checking ............................... 413
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 211
Temperature gauge .............. 140
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ...................................... 140
Engine immobilizer system ...... 79
Engine oil Capacity ................................ 513
Checking ............................... 410
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 211
Warning light ................. 473, 475
Engine switch........................... 129
Event data recorder ................... 24
Floor mat .................................. 371
Fluid Brake..................................... 415
Washer.................................. 421
Four-wheel drive system Four-wheel drive control lever .................................... 176
Front-wheel drive control lever .................................... 179
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............. 97
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ........................ 475
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Theft prevention labels ............. 81
Tire inflation pressure ............ 519
Tire information
Glossary ............................... 529
Size ...................................... 526
Tire identification number ..... 525
Uniform tire quality grading ............................... 527
Tires Chains .................................. 212
Checking .............................. 423
If you have a flat tire ............. 482
Identification number ............ 525
Inflation pressure .................. 519
Inflation pressure sensor ...... 424
Information ........................... 524
Replacing ..................... 423, 482
Rotating tires ........................ 423
Size ...................................... 519
Snow tires............................. 211
Spare tire .............................. 482
Tire pressure warning reset switch ................................. 424
Tire pressure warning system........................ 423, 476
Warning light ........................ 475
Tools......................................... 482
Total load capacity .................. 210
Towing Dinghy towing ....................... 232
Emergency towing ................ 465
Trailer towing ........................ 214
Traction control system ......... 196
TRAC (TRC) ............................. 196
Trip meter................................. 140
Turn signal lights Lever .................................... 136
Replacing light bulbs ............ 454
Switch ................................... 136
Wattage ................................ 520 Vanity mirrors...........................360
Vehicle data recordings ............23
Vehicle identification
number ...................................511
Vehicle stability control...........196
Voltmeter ..................................140
VSC............................................196
Warning buzzers Key reminder .........................478
Seat belt reminder .................475
Warning lights ABS .......................................473
Airbag system .......................473
Anti-lock brake system ..........473
Automatic transmission fluid
temperature ........................475
Brake system ........................472
Charging system .... ...............473
Driver’s seat belt ...................475
Electronic engine control system ................................473
Engine oil replacement..........475
Four-wheel drive system .......473
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 473
Front passenger’s seat belt ...475
Low brake fluid ......................472
Low engine oil pressure ........473
Low fuel level ........................475
Low tire inflation pressure .....475
Low washer fluid ...................475
Malfunction indicator lamp ....473
Open door .............................475
Seat belt ................................475
Seat belt pretensioner system ................................473
SRS .......................................473
SRS airbag system ...............473
Tire pressure .........................475
Tire pressure warning system ................................475
Unengaged “Park” .................473V
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