TOYOTA LAND CRUISER 2012 Owners Manual

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Maintenance and care
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CAUTION
High-intensity discharge (HID) headlights
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional before replacing high-intensity discharge head-
lights (including light bulbs).
Do not touch the high-intensity discharge headlight’s high voltage socket
when the headlights are turned on.
An extremely high voltage of 30000 V will be discharged and could result
in death or serious injury by electric shock.
Do not attempt to take apart or repair the low beam discharge headlight
bulbs, connectors, power supply circuits, or related components.
Doing so could result in electric shock and serious injury or death.
To prevent damage or fire
Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.

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5When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .......... 564
If your vehicle needs
to be towed ..................... 565
If you think something
is wrong .......................... 571
Fuel pump shut off
system (gasoline engine
only) ................................ 5725-2. Steps to take in
an emergency
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds... ......................... 573
If a warning message is
displayed ........................ 579
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with
a standard spare tire) ..... 596
If you have a flat tire
(vehicles with
an emergency tire
puncture repair kit).......... 610
If the engine
will not start..................... 623
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P ............ 625
If you lose your keys ......... 626
If the electronic key
does not operate
properly........................... 627
If the battery is
discharged ...................... 630
If your vehicle
overheats ........................ 634
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls
(diesel engine only) ........ 637
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ............................... 638
If your vehicle
has to be stopped
in an emergency ............. 640

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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers
Emergency flashers
If the emergency flashers are used for a long time while the engine is not
operation, the battery may discharge.
The emergency flashers are used to warn other drivers when the
vehicle has to be stopped in the road due to a breakdown, etc.
Press the switch.
All the turn signal lights will
flash.
To turn them off, press the
switch once again.

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565
5-1. Essential information
When trouble arises
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If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towing
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional, before towing.
The engine is running, but the vehicle will not move.
The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional or a commercial towing service, using a
lift-type truck or a flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.
Use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.

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Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available, in an emergency your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the towing
hook(s). This should only be attempted on hard, surfaced roads for
short distances at low speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The
vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in
good condition.
Towing hook
Emergency towing procedure
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch must be in ACCESSORY
mode (engine off) or IGNITION ON mode (engine running).
Put the four-wheel drive control switch in “H4”. (The center differen-
tial is unlocked.)
Put the vehicle height in the “N” mode and press the height control
OFF switch to turn off the height control. (if equipped) (P. 248)
Put the shift lever in “N”.
Release the parking brake.
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STEP3
STEP4
STEP5

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When trouble arises
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CAUTION
While towing
Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle.
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive
stress on the emergency towing hook and the cables or chains. Always be
cautious of the surroundings and other vehicles while towing.
If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering
will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
NOTICE
To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle with the wheels on the ground.
Use only the front emergency towing hooks or towing eyelets when towing
your vehicle.

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Towing with a sling-type truck
Towing with a wheel lift-type truck
From front
Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheels.
NOTICE
To prevent body damage
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.

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When trouble arises
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)From rear
Use a towing dolly under the
front wheels.
NOTICE
To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle wheels on the ground.
To prevent damaging the vehicle
Do not tow the vehicle with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF.
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.

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Using a flat bed truck
If your Toyota is transported by a
flat bed truck, it should be tied
down at the locations shown in
the illustration. When attaching
the hooks to the rear of the vehi-
cle, make sure to attach them to
the inside of the vehicle.
If you use chains or cables to tie
down your vehicle, the angles
shaded in black must be 45.
Do not overly tighten the tie
downs or the vehicle may be
damaged.
NOTICE
To avoid serious damage to your vehicle
Do not use the rear emergency towing
hook.
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