2014 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER towing

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .................. 148
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 151
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 153
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ...................... 154
Intuitive parking assist......... 158
Rear view monitor system... 163
Four-wheel drive system (4WD models with a
manual transmission)........ 176
Four-wheel drive system (4WD models with an
automatic transmission) .... 179
Active traction control system .............................. 182
AUTO LSD system (2WD models) ................... 185
Rear differential lock system .............................. 187
Clutch start cancel switch (vehicles with a manual
transmission) .................... 191
Crawl Control ...................... 192
Driving assist systems ........ 196
2-5. Driving information Off-road precautions ........... 201
Cargo and luggage ............. 206
Vehicle load limits ............... 210
Winter driving tips ............... 211
Trailer towing ...................... 214
Dinghy towing ..................... 232 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Air conditioning system ...... 236
Rear window defogger ....... 243
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system ...................... 244
Using the radio ................... 248
Using the CD player ........... 255
Playing MP3 and WMA discs ....................... 263
Operating an iPod .............. 270
Operating a USB memory ............................ 278
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 286
Using the AUX port/ USB port........................... 289
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 290
Antenna .............................. 293
3-3. Using the Bluetooth
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audio system
Bluetooth
® audio system .... 296
Using the Bluetooth®
audio system .................... 300
Operating a Bluetooth
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enabled portable player.... 305
Setting up a Bluetooth
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enabled portable player.... 307
Bluetooth
® audio system
setup ................................ 312
3Interior features

When driving2
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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle............ 118
Engine (ignition) switch .... 129
Automatic Transmission... 132
Manual Transmission ....... 134
Turn signal lever .............. 136
Parking brake ................... 137
Horn ................................. 139
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ......... 140
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 143
Accessory meter .............. 146
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ............... 148
Windshield wipers and washer ........................... 151
Rear window wiper and washer ........................... 153
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ................... 154
Intuitive parking assist...... 158
Rear view monitor system ........................... 163 Four-wheel drive system
(4WD models with a
manual transmission) ..... 176
Four-wheel drive system (4WD models with
an automatic
transmission) ................. 179
Active traction control system ........................... 182
AUTO LSD system (2WD models) ................ 185
Rear differential lock system ........................... 187
Clutch start cancel switch (vehicles with a
manual transmission) ..... 191
Crawl Control ................... 192
Driving assist systems ..... 196
2-5. Driving information Off-road precautions ........ 201
Cargo and luggage .......... 206
Vehicle load limits ............ 210
Winter driving tips ............ 211
Trailer towing ................... 214
Dinghy towing .................. 232

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2-4. Using other
driving systems
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When driving
■Automatic cruise control cancelation
Cruise control will stop maintaining the vehicle speed in any of the following
situations.
●Actual vehicle speed falls more than approximately 10 mph (16 km/h)
below the preset vehicle speed.
At this time, the memorized set speed is not retained.
● Actual vehicle speed is below approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).
● VSC is activated.
■ If the cruise control indicator light flashes
Press the ON-OFF button once to deactivate the system, and then press the
button again to reactivate the system.
If the cruise control speed cannot be set or if the cruise control cancels
immediately after being activated, there may be a malfunction in the cruise
control system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
CAUTION
■ To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake
Switch the cruise control off using the ON-OFF button when not in use.
■ Situations unsuitable for cruise control
Do not use cruise control in any of the following situations.
Doing so may result in loss of control and could cause an accident resulting
in death or serious injury.
●In heavy traffic
● On roads with sharp bends
● On winding roads
● On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow
● On steep hills
Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill.
● When your vehicle is towing a trailer or during emergency towing

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When driving
■The intuitive parking assist system can be operated when
●The engine switch is at the ON position.
● The shift lever is in R.
■ Sensor detection information
●Certain vehicle conditions and the surrounding environment may affect
the ability of a sensor to correctly detect an obstacle. Particular instances
where this may occur are listed below.
• There is dirt, snow or ice on a sensor.
• A sensor is frozen.
• A sensor is covered in any way.
• The vehicle is leaning considerably to one side.
• On an extremely bumpy road, on an incline, on gravel, or on grass.
• The vicinity of the vehicle is noisy due to vehicle horns, motorcycle
engines, air brakes of large vehicles, or other loud noises producing
ultrasonic waves.
• There is another vehicle equipped with parking assist sensors in the vicinity.
• A sensor is coated with a sheet of spray or heavy rain.
• The vehicle is equipped with a fender pole or radio antenna.
• A bumper or sensor receives a strong impact.
• The vehicle is approaching a tall or right-angled curb.
• In harsh sunlight or intense cold weather.
• The area directly under the bumpers is not detected. Objects lower than the sensors or thin stakes etc. may be detected ini-
tially, but as they draw closer, they may cease to be detected.
• A towing hitch is mounted to the vehicle.
• A non-genuine Toyota suspension (lowered suspension etc.) is installed.
• When attaching a two-way radio antenna.
• When a towing eyelet is mounted on your vehicle.
• When the bumper is damaged.
In addition to the examples above, there are instances in which, because of
their shapes, signs and other objects may be judged by a sensor to be closer
than they are.

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a tr
ailer, load from your trailer will be
transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how
this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your
vehicle.
Calculation formula for your vehicle
Cargo capacity
Total load capacity (vehicle
capacity weight) (P. 512)
When 2 people with the combined weight of A lb. (kg) are riding in
your vehicle, which has a total load capacity (vehicle capacity weight)
of B lb. (kg), the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity
will be C lb. (kg) as follows:
B
*2 lb. (kg) - A*1 lb. (kg) = C*3 lb. (kg)
*1: A = Weight of people
*2: B = Total load capacity
*3: C = Available cargo and luggage load
In this condition, if 3 more passengers with the combined weight of D
lb. (kg) get on, the available carg o and luggage load will be reduced E
lb. (kg) as follows:
C lb. (kg) - D*4 lb. (kg) = E*5 lb. (kg)
*4: D = Additional weight of people
*5: E = Available cargo and luggage load

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2-5. Driving information
Trailer towing
Your vehicle is designed primarily as a passenger-and-load-carrying
vehicle. Towing a trailer can have an adverse impact on handling,
performance, braking, durability, and fuel consumption. For your
safety and the safety of others, yo u must not overload your vehicle
or trailer. You must also ensure that you are using appropriate tow-
ing equipment, that the towing eq uipment has been installed cor-
rectly and used properly, and that you employ the requisite driving
habits.
Vehicle-trailer stability and br aking performance are affected by
trailer stability, brake performan ce and setting, trailer brakes, the
hitch and hitch systems (if equipped).
To tow a trailer safely, use extreme care and drive the vehicle in
accordance with your trailer’s characteristics and operating condi-
tions.
Toyota warranties do not apply to damage or malfunction caused by
towing a trailer for commercial purposes.
Contact your Toyota dealer for fu rther information about additional
requirements such as towing kits, etc.

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When driving
Towing related terms
■ GCWR (Gross Combination Weight Rating)
The maximum allowable gross
combination weight. The gross
combination weight is the sum of
the total vehicle weight (including
the occupants, cargo and any
optional equipment installed on
the vehicle) and the weight of the
trailer being towed (including the
cargo in the trailer).
■ GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
The maximum allowable gross
vehicle weight. The gross vehicle
weight is the total weight of the
vehicle. When towing a trailer, it
is the sum of the vehicle weight
(including the occupants, cargo
and any optional equipment
installed on the vehicle) and the
tongue weight.

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■GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
The maximum allowable gross
axle weight. The gross axle
weight is the load placed on
each axle (front and rear).
■ TWR (Trailer Weight Rating)
The maximum allowable gross
trailer weight. The gross trailer
weight is the sum of the trailer
weight and the weight of the
cargo in the trailer.
TWR is calculated assuming
base vehicle with one driver, one
front passenger, towing package
(if available), hitch and hitch sys-
tems (if required).
Additional optional equipment,
passengers and cargo in the vehi-
cle will reduce the trailer weight
rating so as not to exceed
GCWR, GVWR and GAWR.
If the gross trailer weight exceeds
3000 lb. (1360 kg), it is recom-
mended to use a trailer with 2 or
more axles.
Front GAWR
Rear GAWR
(With brakes)