Steering fluid TOYOTA FJ CRUISER 2010 1.G Owners Manual

125 2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
NOTICE
■If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually press the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
●It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
●The vehicle will make abnormal sounds.
●The vehicle will behave abnormally.
Replace a flat tire with a new one. (P. 368)
■When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle.
●Engine stalling
●Short in electrical components
●Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following.
●Brake function
●Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, trans-
mission, transfer (4WD models), differentials, etc.
●Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints
(where possible) and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

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4-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Battery Maintenance-free. (P. 303)
Brake fluid At the correct level? (P. 300)
Engine coolant At the correct level? (P. 299)
Engine oil At the correct level? (P. 295)
Exhaust system No fumes or strange sounds?
Power steering fluid At the correct level? (P. 302)
Radiator/condenser/hosesNot blocked with foreign matter?
(P. 300)
Washer fluid At the correct level? (P. 306)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”. It is recommended that
any problem you notice should be brought to the attention of your
Toyota dealer or qualified service shop for advice.

288 4-2. Maintenance
Vehicle exterior
Steering wheel• Moves smoothly?
• Has correct free play?
• No strange noises?
ItemsCheck points
Door • Operate smoothly?
Engine hood • The lock system works properly?
Fluid leaks• Is there any leakage after park-
ing?
Tire• Inflation pressure is correct?
• Tire surfaces not worn or dam-
aged?
• Tires rotated according to the
maintenance schedule?
• Wheel nuts are not loose?
CAUTION
■If the engine is running
Turn the engine off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before per-
forming maintenance checks.
ItemsCheck points

290 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
ItemsParts and tools
Light bulbs (P. 335)• Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
Power steering fluid level
(P. 302)• Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON
® II or III
• Rag or paper towel
Radiator and condenser
(P. 300)
Tire inflation pressure (P. 313)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid (P. 306)• Water
• Washer fluid containing antifreeze
(for winter use)

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Engine compar tment
Washer fluid tank (P. 306)
Power steering fluid reservoir
(P. 302)
Radiator cap
Engine oil level dipstick
(P. 295)
Engine coolant reservoir
(P. 299)Engine oil filler cap
(P. 295)
Brake fluid reservoir
(P. 300)
Fuse box (P. 324)
Battery (P. 303)
Condenser (P. 300)
Radiator (P. 300)

302 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Power steering fluid
■Fluid level
The fluid level should be within the appropriate range.
Full (when cold)
Add fluid (when cold)
Full (when hot)
Add fluid (when hot)
Hot: Vehicle has been driven around 50 mph (80 km/h) for 20
minutes, or slightly longer in frigid temperatures. (Fluid
temperature, 140°F - 175°F [60°C - 80°C])
Cold: Engine has not been run for about 5 hours. (Room tem-
perature, 50°F - 85°F [10°C - 30°C])
■Checking the fluid level
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
Clean all dirt off the reservoir.
Remove the cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinstall and remove the reservoir cap again.
Check the fluid level.
Fluid type Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
Items Rag or paper towel

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Maintenance and care
Battery
■Battery exterior
Make sure that the battery terminals are not corroded and that
there are no loose connections, cracks, or loose clamps.
Te r m i n a l s
Hold-down clamp
CAUTION
■Checking the fluid level
Take care, as the reservoir may be hot.
NOTICE
■When adding fluid
Avoid overfilling, or the power steering may be damaged.
■After replacing the reservoir cap
Check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or
damage.

396 6-1. Specifications
Chassis lubrication
Steering
Tires and wheels
Propeller shafts
Spider
Slide yokeLithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2
Molybdenum — disulfide lithium base
chassis grease, NLGI No.2 or lithium
base multipurpose grease, NLGI No.2
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or
III
Tire size P265/75R16 114T, P265/70R17 113S
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)Front tires:
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Rear tires:
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare tire:
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size 16  7 J, 17  7 1/2 J
Wheel nut torque 85 ft·lbf (113 N·m, 11.5 kgf·m)

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................. 204
ABS ........................................... 174
Access doors .............................36
Accessory meter ...................... 143
Active traction control
system .................................... 166
Air conditioning filter............... 319
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter .............. 319
Manual air conditioning
system ................................ 204
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions.....85
Airbag precautions for your
child ......................................90
Airbag warning light............... 355
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions..............................85
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ...........................92
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............95
General airbag precautions .....89
Locations of airbags ................82
Modification and disposal of
airbags ..................................93
Proper driving posture .......80, 89
Side airbag operating
conditions..............................85
Side airbag precautions ..........91
SRS airbags ............................82
Antenna..................................... 217
Anti-lock brake system
ABS warning light .................. 355
Anti-lock brake system .......... 174
Armrest ..................................... 265
Audio input ............................... 240
Audio remote controls............. 242
Audio system
Antenna ................................. 217
Audio input ............................ 240
AUX adapter.......................... 240
CD player .............................. 220MP3/WMA disc ..................... 227
Optimal use ........................... 235
Portable music player ........... 240
Radio..................................... 214
Steering wheel audio
switch.................................. 242
Sub woofer ............................ 238
Type ...................................... 211
AUTO LSD system ................... 168
Automatic light off system...... 146
Automatic limited slip
differential .............................. 168
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission ......... 129
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 377
AUX adapter ............................. 240
Auxiliary box .................... 247, 253
Back door ................................... 38
Back door lock ........................... 38
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 339
Wattage................................. 397
Back window .............................. 43
Battery
Charging system warning
light ..................................... 355
Checking ............................... 303
If the vehicle battery is
discharged .......................... 379
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 188
Bottle holders................... 247, 252
Brake assist.............................. 174
Brakes
Brake system warning
buzzer ................. 167, 169, 177
Brake system warning light ... 354
Fluid ...................................... 300
Parking brake ........................ 134
Break-in tips ............................. 118A
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Turn signal lights switch ........ 133
Wattage ................................. 397
Limited slip differential............ 168
Load capacity ........... 184, 187, 388
Lock steering column ................63
Luggage storage box............... 267
Luggage compartment
features................................... 268
Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance ... 289
General maintenance ............ 285
Maintenance data.................. 388
Maintenance requirements.... 283
Vehicle exterior ..................... 278
Vehicle interior ...................... 280
Malfunction indicator lamp ..... 355
Manual air conditioning
system .................................... 204
Manual transmission ............... 131
Meter
Accessory meter ................... 143
Instrument panel light
control ................................. 138
Meters ................................... 137
Mirrors
Inside rear view mirror.............64
Side mirrors .............................68
Vanity mirrors ........................ 255
MP3 disc ................................... 227
Noise from under vehicle ..........22
Odometer .................................. 137
Off-road precautions
Driving ................................... 181
Vehicle .................................. 179
Oil
Engine oil .............................. 295
Warning light ..................355,357
Opener
Hood...................................... 293Outside rear view mirror
illumination lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 341
Switch ................................... 145
Wattage................................. 397
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding............... 68
Outside temperature
display .................................... 257
Overheating, Engine ................ 382
Parking assist .......................... 153
Parking brake ........................... 134
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 338
Switch ................................... 145
Wattage................................. 397
Personal lights
Switch ................................... 246
Wattage................................. 397
Power outlet ..................... 258, 259
Power steering
Fluid ...................................... 302
Power windows .......................... 71
Radiator ............................ 294, 300
Radio ......................................... 214
Rear seat
Folding down........................... 49
Removing rear seat bottom
cushions ............................... 50
Rear side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 339
Switch ................................... 145
Wattage................................. 397
Rear turn signal lights
Lever ..................................... 133
Replacing light bulbs ............. 339
Switch ................................... 133
Wattage................................. 397
Rear view monitor system ...... 158
Rear window............................... 43
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