2014 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER engine coolant

416 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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5-1. Essential information
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
■ Visible symptoms
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air cond itioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● Engine coolant temperature g auge needle continually points
higher than normal
● Voltmeter continually points higher or lower than normal.
■ Audible symptoms
●Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
■ Operational symptoms
●Engine misfire, stumbling or running rough
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, s pongy feeling, pedal almost
touches the floor

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle overheats
Correction proceduresStop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condition-
ing system, and then stop the engine.
If you see steam: Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam: Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled
down sufficiently, inspect the
hoses and radiator core (radia-
tor) for any leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fan
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact your Toyota
dealer.
The coolant level is satisfactory if
it is between the F (Full) and L
(Low) lines on the reservoir.Engine coolant reservoir
F (Full)
L (Low)
Radiator cap
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
●The needle of the engine co olant temperature gauge (P. 140)
enters the red zone or a loss of engine power is experienced.
(For example, the vehicl e speed does not increase.)
● Steam comes out from under the hood.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
Start the engine and check that the radiator cooling fan oper-
ates and to check for coolant le
aks from the radiator or hoses.
If the fan is not operating: Stop the engine immediately and contact your Toyota
dealer.
If the fan is operating: Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Toyota dealer.
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 injuries such as burns.
● Keep hands and clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler) away from
the fan and belts. Failure to do so may cause the hands or clothing to be
caught, resulting in serious injury.
● Do not loosen the radiator cap and the coolant reservoir cap while the
engine and radiator are hot.
Serious injury, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam
released under pressure.

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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.
■ To prevent damage to the cooling system
Observe the following precautions:
●Avoid contaminating the coolant with foreign matter (such as sand or dust
etc.).
● Do not use any coolant additives.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Warning: The temperature grades for this tire are established for a
tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation,
or excessive loading, either
separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible
tire failure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation
pressure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a
tire may be inflated, s hown on the sidewall of
the tire
Recommended
inflation pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those
standard items which may be replaced) of
transmission, power steering, power brakes,
power windows, power seats, radio and heater,
to the extent that these items are available as
factory-installed equipment (whether installed
or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded
vehicle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight

560 Alphabetical index
DoorsAccess doors...........................38
Door glasses ...........................74
Door lock ...........................32, 35
Open door warning light ........ 477
Side doors ...............................35
Side mirrors .............................71
Driver’s seat belt reminder
buzzer ..................................... 477
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ......................................... 477
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 120
Correct posture .......................82
Driving assist systems........... 196
Procedures ............................ 118
Winter driving tips.................. 211
Emergency, in case of Blown fuse............................. 445
If a warning buzzer sounds ................................ 474
If a warning light turns on ...... 474
If the engine will not start ...... 497
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P...................... 498
If the vehicle battery is discharged .......................... 500
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 507
If you have a flat tire ............. 484
If you lose your keys ............. 499
If you think something is wrong .................................. 472
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency .......................... 509
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 467
If your vehicle overheats ....... 504 Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 466
Engine Compartment ........................ 411
Engine switch ........................ 129
Exhaust gas .......................... 125
Hood ..................................... 410
How to start the engine ......... 129
Identification number............. 513
If the engine will not start ...... 497
Ignition switch ....................... 129
Immobilizer system ................. 79
Overheating .......................... 504
Warning light ......................... 475
Engine coolant Capacity ................................ 516
Checking ............................... 415
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 211
Temperature gauge .............. 140
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ...................................... 140
Engine immobilizer system ...... 79
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 515
Checking ............................... 412
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 211
Warning light ......................... 475
Engine switch........................... 129
Event data recorder ................... 24
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 484If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 497If the engine will not start
P. 7 9Engine immobilizer system
P. 500If the vehicle battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 498If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from P
The engine coolant temperature
gauge enters the red zone
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 504If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 499If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 500If the vehicle battery is discharged
The doors cannot be locked
P. 3 5Side doors
P. 3 8Access doors
P. 4 0Back door
The vehicle is stuck in
mud or sandP. 507If the vehicle becomes stuck
The warning light or indicator
light comes onP. 474If a warning light turns on