TOYOTA FJ CRUISER 2008 1.G Owners Manual

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2−3. Operating the lights and wipers
2
When driving
Windshield wipers and washer
Wiper intervals can be adjusted fo r intermittent operation (when INT
is selected.)
Intermittent wiper interval
adjustment (increase)
Intermittent wiper interval
adjustment (decrease)
Intermittent windshield
wiper operation
Low speed windshield wiper
operation
High speed windshield
wiper operation
Washer/wiper dual operation
Wipers will automatically oper−
ate a couple of times after the
washer squirts.

134 2−3. Operating the lights and wipers
 The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when
The engine switch must be in the ON position.
If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked and if there is washer fluid in
the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
NOTICE
 When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled
toward you and held continually.
When a nozzle becomes block
Do not try to clear it with a pin
or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

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2−3. Operating the lights and wipers
2
When driving
Rear window wiper and washer (if equipped)
 The rear window wiper and washer can be operated when
 The engine switch must be in the ON position.

The glass hatch is closed.
NOTICE
 When the rear window is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the rear window.
Intermittent window wiper
operation.
The wiper operates 3 times at
normal speed and then moves
to intermittent mode.
Normal window wiper oper−
ation
Washer/wiper dual opera−
tion
Washer/wiper dual opera−
tion
The rear window wiper oper−
ates while the washer squirts.

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2−4. Using other driving systems
Cr uise control (if equipped)
Use cruise control to maintain a set speed without using the acceler
ator.
 Set the vehicle speed
Press the ON−OFF button to
turn the cruise control on.
At this time, the cruise control
indicator will come on.
Press the button once more to
deactivate the cruise control.
Accelerate or decelerate to
the desired speed and push
the lever down to set the
cruise control speed.
 Adjusting the speed setting
Increase speed
Decrease speed
Hold the lever until the desired
speed setting is obtained.
Fine adjustment of the set
speed (approximately 1.0 mph
[1.6 km/h]) can be made by
lightly pushing the lever up or
down and releasing it.

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2−4. Using other driving systems
2
When driving
 Cruise control can be set when
 The shift lever is in D or 4 (vehicles with an automatic transmission).
Vehicle speed is between approximately 25 mph (40 km/h) and 125 mph
(200 km/h).
 Accelerating
The vehicle can be accelerated normally.
Automatic cruise control cancelation
The set speed is automatically cancelled in any of the following situations.
Actual vehicle speed falls more than 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 25 mph (40 km/h).

VSC is activated.
 Canceling and resuming regular acceleration
Cancel
Pull the lever towards you to
cancel cruise control.
The speed setting is also can−
celed when the brakes are
applied or the clutch
depressed (manual transmis−
sion).
Resume
To resume cruise control and
return to the set speed, push
the lever up.

138 2−4. Using other driving systems
 If the cruise control indicator light flashes
Press the ON−OFF button to turn the cruise control off, and then 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
Keep the ON−OFF button off 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 control of the vehicle being lost and could cause seri−
ous or fatal accident.
 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
While driving with the cruise control on
Vehicles with a manual transmission, do not shift to N without depressing the
clutch pedal, as this may cause engine racing or overrevving.

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2−4. Using other driving systems
2
When driving
Intuitive par king assist (if equipped)
The distance to obstacles measured by the sensors is communi
cated via the buzzer when parallel parking or maneuvering into a
garage. Always check the surrounding area when using this system.
This system works when the engine switch is in the ON position and
the shift lever is in R.
 Back sensors
These sensors detect obsta−
cles behind the vehicle.

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The distance and buzzer
When a sensor detects an obstacle, the buzzer sounds.  Intuitive parking assist switch
ON/OFF
When on, the buzzer sounds
to inform the driver that the
system is operational. At this
time, the indicator light will
come on.
Press the button to switch the
ON/OFF mode.
Distance shown
as4.9 to 3.3 ft.
(150 to 100 cm)3.3 to 1.6 ft.
(100 to 50 cm)1.6 ft.
(50 cm)
Buzzer Medium Fast Continuous

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2−4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
Sensors that operate and detection range
The following diagrams show the se nsor detection range. Note that
sensors may not be able to detect obstacles that are extremely close
to the vehicle.
 Detection range of the sensors
Approx. 4.9 ft. (150 cm)
The diagram shows the detection
range of the sensors. Note that
the sensors may not be able to
detect obstacles that are
extremely close to the vehicle.
The range of the sensors may
change depending on the shape
of the object etc.

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 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.
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.
 The shape of the obstacle may prevent a sensor from detecting it. Pay
particular attention to the following obstacles:
Wires, fences, ropes, etc.
Cotton, snow and other materials that absorb radio waves
Sharply−angled objects
Low obstacles
Tall obstacles with upper sections projecting outwards in the direction
of your vehicle