TOYOTA FJ CRUISER 2008 1.G Owners Manual

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NOTICE
When inspecting and adjusting tire inflation pressure
Be sure to reinstall the tire valve caps.
Without the valve caps, dirt or mo
isture could get into the valve and
cause air leakage, which could result in an accident. If the caps have
been lost, replace them as soon as possible.

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Wheels
When replacing wheels
The wheels of your Toyota are equipped with sensors that allow the tire
pressure warning system sensors to provide advanced warning in the
event of a loss in tire inflation pressure. Whenever wheels are replaced,
the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter must be switched over
from the old wheels. (
P. 288) If a wheel is bent, cracked or heavily corroded, it should be
replaced.
Otherwise, the tire may separate from the wheel or cause loss of
handling control.
 Wheel selection
When replacing wheels, care should be taken to ensure that
they are equivalent to those removed in load capacity, diameter,
rim width, and offset.
Replacement wheels are available at your Toyota dealer.
Toyota does not recommend using:

Wheels of different sizes or types
Used wheels

Bent wheels that have been straightened

Aluminum wheel precautions (if equipped)
Use only Toyota wheel nuts and wrench designed for use with
your aluminum wheels.
 When rotating, repairing or changing your tires, check that the
wheel nuts are still tight after driving 1000 miles (1600 km).

Be careful not to damage the aluminum wheels when using
tire chains.
 Use only Toyota genuine balance weights or equivalent and a
plastic or rubber hammer when balancing your wheels.

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CAUTION
When replacing wheels
Do not use wheels that are a different size from those recommended in
the Owner ’s Manual, as this may result in loss of handling control.
Never use an inner tube in a leaking wheel which is designed for a
tubeless tire. Doing so may result in an accident, causing death or seri−
ous injury.
NOTICE
Replacing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters
Because tire repair or replacement may affect the tire pressure warn−
ing valves and transmitters, make su re to have tires serviced by your
Toyota dealer or other qualified service shop. In addition, make sure to
purchase your tire pressure warning valves and transmitters at your
Toyota dealer.
Ensure that only Genuine Toyota wheels are used on your vehicle.
Tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not work properly
with non−genuine wheels.

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Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be cleaned or changed regularly to
maintain air conditioning efficiency.
 Removal method
Turn the engine switch off.
Open the glove box.
Slide off the damper.
Push in each side of the glove
box to disconnect the claws.

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Remove the filter case.
 Cleaning method
If the filter is dirty, clean by
blowing compressed air
through the filter from the
downward side.
Hold the air gun 2 in. (5 cm)
from the filter and blow for
approximately 2 minutes at
72 psi (500 kPa, 5.0 kgf/cm
2
or bar).
If it is not available, have
the filter cleaned by your
Toyota dealer.
 Replacement method
Remove the air conditioning
filter and replace it with a new
one.
The “UP” marks shown on the
filter should be pointing up.

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 Checking interval
Inspect, clean and replace the air conditioning filter according to the mainte−
nance schedule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, more fre−
quent cleaning or early replacement may be required. (For scheduled
maintenance information, please refer to the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner ’s Manual Supplement”.)
 If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
NOTICE
 To prevent damage to the system
 When using the air conditioning system, make sure that a filter is always
installed.

When cleaning the filter, do not clean the filter with water.

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Key batter y
Replace the battery with a new one if it is discharged.
 You will need the following items:
 Small Phillips−head screwdriver
Lithium battery CR1616

Replacing the battery
Remove the screw and cover.
Push the cover in the arrow
direction.
Remove the module.
Remove the 2 screws to take
out the lid.
Insert a new battery with the
“+” terminal facing up.

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 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 CR1616 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
Keep away from children.
These parts are small and if swallowed by a child they can cause choking.
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.

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Checking and replacing fuses
If any of the electrical componen ts do not operate, a fuse may have
blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as necessary.
Turn the engine switch off.
The fuses are located in the following places. To check the
fuses, follow the instructions below.

Engine compartment
Ty p e A
Push the tab in and lift the lid
off.
Type B (if equipped)
Push the tab in and lift the lid
off.

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 Under the instrument panel
Remove the lid.
After a system failure, see “Fuse layout and amperage rat−
ings” (
P. 307) for details about which fuse to check.