key TOYOTA FJ CRUISER 2014 1.G Owner's Guide

Maintenance and care4
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4-1. Maintenance and careCleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ......... 394
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .......... 397
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................. 400
General maintenance....... 402
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................ 405
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions .................... 406
Hood ................................ 410
Engine compartment ........ 411
Tires ................................. 425
Tire inflation pressure ...... 433
Wheels ............................. 437
Air conditioning filter......... 440
Key battery ....................... 443
Checking and replacing fuses .............................. 445
Light bulbs........................ 456

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Key batter y
Replace the battery with a new one if it is discharged.
■You will need the following items:
●Small Phillips-hea d screwdriver
● Lithium battery CR2016
■ Replacing the battery
Remove the screw and cover.
Push the cover in the arrow
direction.
Remove the module.
Open the case cover using a
coin protected with tape etc.
and remove the depleted bat-
tery.
Insert a new battery with the
“+” terminal facing up.

444 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
■If the key battery is discharged
The following symptoms may occur.
●The wireless remote control will not function properly.
● The operational range is reduced.
■ Use a CR2016 lithium battery
●Batteries can be purchased at your Toyota dealer, jewelers, or camera
stores.
● Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by your
Toyota dealer.
● Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws.
CAUTION
■Removed battery and other parts
These parts are small and if swallowed by a child, they can cause choking.
Keep away from children. Failure to do so could result in death or serious
injury.
NOTICE
■For normal operation after replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents.
●Always work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.
● Do not touch or move any other components inside the remote control.
● Do not bend either of the battery terminals.

When trouble arises5
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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers ......... 466
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................... 467
If you think something is wrong ......................... 472
Fuel pump shut off system ........................... 473 5-2. Steps to take
in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................ 474
If you have a flat tire......... 484
If the engine will not start ................................ 497
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
(vehicles with
an automatic
transmission) ................. 498
If you lose your keys ........ 499
If the vehicle battery is discharged .................. 500
If your vehicle overheats ....................... 504
If the vehicle becomes stuck .............................. 507
If your vehicle has to be stopped
in an emergency ............ 509

470 5-1. Essential information
Towing with a wheel lift-type truck from the rear2WD models Turn the engine switch to the
ACC position.
4WD models Vehicles with an automatic trans-
mission: When not using a tow-
ing dolly, turn the engine switch
to the ACC position, shift the
shift lever to N and shift the front-
wheel drive control lever in H2.
Vehicles with a manual transmis-
sion: Use a towing dolly under
the front wheels.
NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission (4WD models
with a manual transmission)
Never tow this vehicle wheels on the ground.
■ To prevent damaging the vehicle
●Do not tow the vehicle with the key removed or in the LOCK position.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheel
straight.
● When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at
the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the
vehicle could be damaged while being towed.

480 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
*3: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or “Owner’s ManualSupplement” for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle.
■ Key reminder buzzer
The buzzer indicates that the key has not been removed (with the engine
switch in the ACC or LOCK position and the driver’s door opened).
■ If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following:
● Is your vehicle low on gas?
If it is, refuel the vehicle immediately.
● Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The light will go off after taking several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer
as soon as possible.
■ Front passenger detect ion sensor and passenger seat belt reminder
If luggage or other load is placed on the front passenger seat, depending on
its weight, the reminder light to flash and buzzer to sound.
■
When the tire pressure warning light comes on
Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level.
Pushing the tire pressure warning reset switch does not turn off the tire
pressure warning light.
■The tire pressure warning light ma y turn on due to natural causes
The tire pressure warning light may turn on due to natural causes such
as natural air leaks or tire inflation pressure changes caused by temper-
ature. In this case, adjusting the ti re inflation pressure will turn off the
warning light (after a few minutes).
■When a tire is replaced with a spare tire
The spare tire is also equipped with the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter. The tire pressu re warning light will turn on if the tire inflation
pressure of the spare tire is low. If a tire goes flat, even though the flat
tire is replaced with the spare tire, the warning light does not turn off.
Replace the spare tire with the repair ed tire and adjust the proper tire
inflation pressure. The ti re pressure warning light will turn off after a few
minutes.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you lose your keys
■If you lose all your master keys
You cannot make new keys; the whole engine immobilizer system must be
replaced.
New genuine Toyota keys can be made by your Toyota dealer using
one of the master keys and the key number stamped on your key
number plate. ( P. 30)

510 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
■If the engine has to be turned off while driving
●Power assist for the brakes and steering wheel will be lost, making the
brake pedal harder to depress and the steering wheel heavier to turn.
Decelerate as much as possible before turning off the engine.
● Never attempt to remove the key, as doing so will lock the steering wheel.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Ignition system
Electrical system
Spark plug
Make DENSO SK16HR11
Gap
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust gap when tuning engine.
Battery
Open voltage at
68 F (20 C) 12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2  12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8
 12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage checked 20 minutes after the key is
removed with all the lights turned off)
Charging rates 5 A max.

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Vehicle specifications
6-2. Customization
Customizable features
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomizedsetting
Wireless
remote con-
trol
(
P. 3 2 ) Wireless remote control ON OFF
Unlocking operation
Driver’s door
unlocked in
one step, all
doors
unlocked in
two stepsAll doors
unlocked in
one step
Time elapsed before
automatic door lock
function is activated if
door is not opened after
being unlocked 60 seconds
0 seconds
30 seconds
120 seconds
Operation signal
(Emergency flashers) ON OFF
Door lock buzzer ON OFF
Panic function ON OFF
Buzzer sounds when
pushing LOCK with any
door not closed ON OFF
Door lock
( P. 35) Unlocking using a key Driver’s door
unlocked in
one step, all
doors
unlocked in
two stepsAll doors
unlocked in
one step
Your vehicle includes a variety of electronic features that can be per-
sonalized to your preferences.
Programming these preferences
requires specialized equipment and may be performed by an autho-
rized Toyota dealership.
Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other functions
being customized. Contact your Toyota dealer for further details.