TOYOTA FJ CRUISER 2008 1.G Owners Manual

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NOTICE
 To avoid damaging the power outlet and the plug
 Close the power outlet lid when not in use.
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlet may cause a short
circuit.
 Do not use plug adaptors to connect too many plugs to the power outlet.
After inserting a plug, gently close the power outlet lid.
To prevent the fuse from being blown
Do not use a 115V AC appliance that requires more than maximum capacity.
If a 115V AC appliance that consumes more than maximum capacity is
used, the protection circuit will cut the power supply.
 Appliances that may not operate properly (115V AC)
The following 115V AC appliances may not operate even if their power con−
sumption is under maximum capacity.
 Appliances with high initial peak wattage
Measuring devices that process precise data.
Other appliances that require an extremely stable power supply
To prevent the battery from being discharged
Turn off all the vehicle’s electronic equipment and accessories, such as the
headlights and air conditioning, when elec trical appliances that consume in
excess of 100W are used continuously for long periods of time.
 To prevent any damage caused by heat
Do not use any electrical appliances that give off intense heat such as toast−
ers, in any locations including the internal or external trim, seats and deck.
 Do not use any electrical appliances, which are easily affected by vibration
or heat, inside the vehicle.
Vibration while driving, or the heat of the sun while parking, may result in
damage to those electrical appliances.

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NOTICE
 If any electrical appliances are to be used while driving
Securely fasten both the appliances and their cables to prevent them from
falling or getting caught any of the power train components.
 If the power outlet is loose when
an electrical appliance plug is con
nected
Replace the outlet.
Contact a Toyota dealer for any necessary replacements.
If the power outlet gets dirty
Turn the main switch off and use a soft, clean cloth to wipe it gently.
Do not use any cleansing materials, such as organic solvents, wax, or com−
pound cleaners, as these may damage the power outlet or cause it to mal−
function.

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Ar mrest
NOTICE
 To prevent damage to the armrest
Do not place too much strain on the armrest.
Adjusting to the desired angle:
Lower the armrest from
the highest position to
the lowest position.
Raise the armrest to
the desired angle.
Unlock the armrest:
Lift the armrest to raise it
to the highest position.

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Floor mat
CAUTION
 When inserting the floor mat
Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the vehicle carpet and the cor−
rect side face upward. If the floor mat slips and interferes with the movement
of the pedals during driving, it may cause an accident.
Securely place a mat that matches the size of the space on the car
pet.
Secure the front floor mat
using the hooks provided.

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Luggage storage box (vehicles without sub woofer)
CAUTION
 Caution while driving
Keep the luggage storage box closed. Injuries may result in the event of an
accident or sudden braking.
Push the lid down and pull it
towards you.

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Luggage compar tment features
 Tiedown hooks
Tie−down hooks are provided
for securing loose items.

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 Cargo net hooks
To hang the cargo net, use the
cargo net hooks and tie−down
hooks.
The cargo net itself is not
included as an original equip−
ment.

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CAUTION
 When the tiedown hooks and cargo net hooks are not in use
To avoid injury, always return the tie−down hooks and cargo net hooks to
their positions when they are not in use.
NOTICE
 To prevent damage to the cargo net hooks and shopping bag hooks
 Do not hang any object heavier than 8.8 lb. (4 kg) in them.

Avoid hanging things other than a cargo net on it when using the hooks as
cargo net hooks.
 Shopping bag hooks
To hang the shopping bag,
use the cargo net hooks.

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Compass (if equipped)
The compass indicates the direction that the vehicle is heading.
 Operation
The compass points north for
about 3 seconds after the
engine switch is turned to the
ON position, and then indi−
cates the actual direction the
vehicle facing.
When the engine switch is
turned to the ACC or LOCK
position, it indicates the actual
direction for about 5 seconds
and then points in a random
direction.
 Displays and directions
Display Direction
NNorth
EEast
SSouth
WWest

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Calibrating the compass
The direction display deviates fr om the true direction determined by
the earth’s magnetic field. The amoun
t of deviation varies according
to the geographic position of the vehicle.
If you cross over a map boundary shown in illustration, the compass will
deviate.
To obtain higher precision or perfect calibration, refer to the following.
 Deviation calibration
Stop the vehicle where it is safe to drive in a circle.
Press the SET button
until a number (1 to 15)
appears on the outside
temperature display.
Press the E/M button,
and referring to the map
above, select the num−
ber of the zone where
you are.
Samoa: 5 Guam: 8 Saipan: 8