2013 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER cooling

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Air conditioning system
Adjusting the settings■ Adjusting the temperature setting
Turn the temperature control dial clockwise (warm) or counter-
clockwise (cool).
If is not pressed, the system will blow ambient temperature air or
heated air.
For quick cooling, turn the temperature control dial to the
MAX A/C
position. The air conditioning will automatically turn on and the air intake
selector will be set to recirculated air mode.
Outside air or recirculated
air mode switch
Air outlet selection dialAir conditioning
ON/OFF switch
Temperature control dial
Fan speed control dial
A/C

366 3-7. Other interior features
■The power outlet can be used when
The engine is started.
■ The indicator light changes accord ing the maximum available capacity,
as follows:
■ When the power outlet is in operation
The sound of the cooling fan may be heard from the right side of the luggage
compartment. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.
■ If the engine is started with th e power outlet main switch on
The maximum capacity of the power supply may decrease to below the stan-
dard, or may be cut off completely, even when the vehicle is stationary.
■ The protection circuit may be activated to cut the power supply if any
of the following conditions apply:
●The engine is started with the power outlet main switch on.
● Use of electrical appliances exceeding the maximum capacity is
attempted.
A sound may be heard when the protection circuit is activated.
This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.
● Electrical appliances, which consume power exceeding 100W, have
been used continuously for a long time period.
● The total power usage by all electrical features (headlights, air condition-
ing, etc.) has exceeded the total vehicle maximum for an extended
period of time.
Indicates 120V AC/400W
Indicates 120V AC/100W

406 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury observe the following precautions.
■When working on the engine compartment
●Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine
drive belt.
● Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right
after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
● Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the
engine compartment.
● Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the bat-
tery. Fuel and battery fumes are flammable.
● Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous
and corrosive sulfuric acid.
● Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage
painted surfaces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with
clean water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
■ When working near the cooling fan or radiator grille
Be sure the engine switch is off.
With the engine switch on, the cooling fan may automatically start to run if
the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high.
■ Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from
getting in the eyes.

414 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■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.
NOTICE
■When adding engine coolant
Coolant is neither plain water nor stra ight 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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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
NOTICE
■
To prevent damaging the vehicle (vehicles with a manual transmission)
Do not pull- or push-start the vehicle, because the three-way catalytic con-
verter may overheat and become a fire hazard.
■ When handling jumper cables
Be careful that the jumper cables do not become tangled in the cooling fan
or any of the belts when connecting or disconnecting them.

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When trouble arises
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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.
Add engine coolant if neces-
sary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if engine coolant is
unavailable. ( P. 514)
Start the engine, check that the cooling fan is operating, as
well as double check that there are no leaks at the radiator
core and hoses.
If the fan does not operate:
Stop the engine immediately and contact your Toyota
dealer.
If the fan operates:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Toyota dealer.

514 6-1. Specifications
How to read oil container label:
The ILSAC (International Lubricant Standardization and Approval
Committee) Certification Mark is added to some oil containers to help
you select the oil you should use.
Cooling system
Capacity Vehicles with an automatic transmission
10.4 qt. (9.8 L, 8.6 Imp.qt.)
Vehicles with a manual transmission
9.9 qt. (9.4 L, 8.3 Imp.qt.)
Coolant typeUse either of the following.
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and
non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.

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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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