trailer TOYOTA FJ CRUISER 2010 1.G Owners Manual

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2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch .................. 145
Windshield wipers and
washer .............................. 147
Rear window wiper and
washer .............................. 149
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ...................... 150
Intuitive parking assist......... 153
Rear view monitor system
(vehicles with auto anti-glare
inside rear view mirror) ..... 158
Four-wheel drive system
(4WD models with a
manual transmission)........ 162
Four-wheel drive system
(4WD models with an
automatic transmission) .... 164
Active traction control
system .............................. 166
AUTO LSD system
(2WD models) ................... 168
Rear differential lock
system .............................. 170
Clutch start cancel switch
(vehicles with a manual
transmission) .................... 173
Driving assist systems ........ 174
2-5. Driving information
Off-road precautions ........... 179
Cargo and luggage ............. 184
Vehicle load limits ............... 187
Winter driving tips ............... 188
Trailer towing ...................... 191
Dinghy towing ..................... 2013-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Air conditioning system ...... 204
Rear window defogger ....... 210
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system types ............ 211
Using the radio ................... 214
Using the CD player ........... 220
Playing back MP3 and
WMA discs ....................... 227
Optimal use of the audio
system .............................. 235
Operating the sub woofer ... 238
Changing display color
(type B only) ..................... 239
Using the AUX adapter....... 240
Using the steering wheel
audio switches.................. 242
3-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list ................. 244
• Interior lights..................... 245
• Personal lights.................. 246
3-4. Using the storage features
List of storage features ....... 247
• Glove box ......................... 247
• Cup holders (front) ........... 248
• Cup holders (rear) ............ 251
• Bottle holders ................... 252
• Auxiliary box ..................... 253
3Interior features

When driving2
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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle............ 116
Engine (ignition) switch .... 126
Automatic
Transmission.... 129
Manual Transmission ....... 131
Turn signal lever .............. 133
Parking brake ................... 134
Horn ................................. 136
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters ......... 137
Indicators and warning
lights .............................. 140
Accessory meter .............. 143
2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch ............... 145
Windshield wipers and
washer ........................... 147
Rear window wiper and
washer ........................... 1492-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ................... 150
Intuitive parking assist...... 153
Rear view monitor system
(vehicles with auto
anti-glare inside rear
view mirror) .................... 158
Four-wheel drive system
(4WD models with a
manual transmission) ..... 162
Four-wheel drive system
(4WD models with
an automatic
transmission) ................. 164
Active traction control
system ........................... 166
AUTO LSD system
(2WD models) ................ 168
Rear differential lock
system ........................... 170
Clutch start cancel switch
(vehicles with a manual
transmission) ................. 173
Driving assist systems ..... 174
2-5. Driving information
Off-road precautions ........ 179
Cargo and luggage .......... 184
Vehicle load limits ............ 187
Winter driving tips ............ 188
Trailer towing ................... 191
Dinghy towing .................. 201

118 2-1. Driving procedures
Lightly depress the accelerator pedal at the same time as
gradually releasing the clutch pedal.
Release the parking brake.
■Driving in the rain
●Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the
windows may become fogged-up, and the road will be slippery.
●Drive carefully when it starts to rain, because the road surface will be
especially slippery.
●Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain,
because there may be a layer of water between the tires and the road
surface, preventing the steering and brakes from operating properly.
■Breaking in your new Toyota
To extend the life of the vehicle, the following precautions are recommended
to observe:
●For the first 200 miles (300 km):
Avoid sudden stops.
●For the first 500 miles (800 km):
Do not tow a trailer.
●For the first 1000 miles (1600 km):
• Do not drive at extremely high speeds.
• Avoid sudden acceleration.
• Do not drive continuously in the low gears.
• Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods.
■Drum-in disc type parking brake system
Your vehicle has a drum-in-disc type parking brake system. This type of
brake system needs bedding-down of the brake shoes periodically or when-
ever the parking brake shoes and/or drum are replaced. Have your Toyota
dealer perform the bedding down.
■Operating your vehicle in a foreign country
Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability
of the correct fuel. (P. 390)

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■Automatic cruise control cancellation
The set speed is automatically canceled in any of the following situations.
●Actual vehicle speed falls more than approximately 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 approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).
●VSC is activated.
■If the cruise control indicator 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 an
accident resulting in death or serious injury.
●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
Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill
●When towing a trailer or emergency towing

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When driving
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be
transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how
this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your
vehicle.
Example on your vehicle
Cargo capacity
Total load capacity
When 2 people with the combined weight of 366 lb. (166 kg) are
riding in your vehicle, which has a total load capacity of 1130 lb. (510
kg), the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity will be
as follows:
1130 lb.  366 lb. = 764 lb. (510 kg  166 kg = 344 kg)
In this condition, if 3 more passengers with the combined weight of
388 lb. (176 kg) get on, the available cargo and luggage load will be
reduced as follows:
764 lb.  388 lb. = 376 lb. (344 kg  176 kg = 168 kg)
As shown in the above example, if the number of occupants
increases, the cargo and luggage load will be reduced by an amount
that equals the increased weight due to the additional occupants. In
other words, if an increase in the number of occupants causes an
excess of the total load capacity (combined weight of occupants plus
cargo and luggage load), you must reduce the cargo and luggage on
your vehicle.

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When driving
Vehicle load limits
■Total load capacity and seating capacity
These details are also described on the tire and loading information
label.(P. 313)
CAUTION
■Overloading the vehicle
Do not overload the vehicle.
It may not only cause damage to the tires, but also degrade steering and
braking ability, resulting in an accident.
Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity,
towing capacity and cargo capacity.
■Total load capacity: 1130 lb. (510 kg)
Total load capacity means the combined weight of occupants,
cargo and luggage.
■Seating capacity: 5 occupants (Front 2, Rear 3)
Seating capacity means the maximum number of occupants
whose estimated average weight is 150 lb. (68 kg) per person.
Even if the number of occupants are within the seating capacity,
do not exceed the total load capacity.
■Towing capacity: 5000 lb. (2265 kg)
Towing capacity means the maximum gross trailer weight (trailer
weight plus its cargo weight) that your vehicle is able to tow.
■Cargo capacity
Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the
weight and the number of occupants.

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When driving
Trailer towing
Your vehicle is designed primarily as a passenger-carrying vehicle,
thus towing a trailer will have an adverse effect on handling, perfor-
mance, braking, durability, and fuel consumption. For your safety
and the safety of others, do not overload the vehicle or trailer.
Toyota warranties do not apply to damage or malfunction caused by
towing a trailer for commercial purposes.
■Weight limits
Confirm the total trailer weight, gross vehicle weight, gross axle
weight and trailer tongue load are all within the limits.
■Gross vehicle weight
The gross vehicle weight must not exceed the Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) indicated on the Certification Label. The
gross vehicle weight is the sum of the weights of the unloaded
vehicle, driver, passengers, luggage, hitch, and the trailer
tongue load. It also includes the weight of any special equipment
installed on your vehicle.
■Gross axle weight
The load on either the front or rear axle resulting from distribu-
tion of the gross vehicle weight on both axles must not exceed
the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the Certification
Label.
Certification label

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Towing a trailer
Consult your Toyota dealer for further information about additional
requirements such as a towing kits, etc.
Hitch and tow hitch receiver
■Hitch
Trailer hitch assemblies have different weight capacities estab-
lished by the hitch manufacturer. Even though the vehicle may be
rated for towing a higher weight, the operator must never exceed
the maximum weight rating specified for the trailer hitch.
■Trailer tongue load
The trailer cargo load should be distributed so that the tongue
load is 9 to 11% of the total trailer weight, not exceeding the
maximum 500 lb. (227 kg) (Tongue load / Total trailer weight x
100 = 9 to 11%)
The total trailer weight and tongue load can be measured with
platform scales found at a highway weighing station, building
supply company, trucking company, junk yard, etc.
Total trailer weight
Tongue load

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When driving
Selecting trailer ball
Use the correct trailer ball for your application.
Trailer ball load rating
Matches or exceeds the gross
trailer weight rating of the trailer.
Ball diameter
Matches the size of the trailer
coupler. Most couplers are
stamped with the required trailer
ball size.
Shank length
Protrudes beyond the bottom of
the lock washer and nut at least 2
threads.
Shank diameter
Matches the ball mount hole
diameter size.
Connecting trailer lights
Use the wire harness stored in
the rear end underbody.

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■Before towing
Check that the following conditions are met:
●Ensure that your vehicle’s tires are properly inflated. (P. 396)
●Trailer tires should be inflated according to the trailer manufacturer’s rec-
ommendation.
●All trailer lights work to be legal.
●Confirm all lights work each time you connect them.
●The trailer ball is set up at the proper height for the coupler on the trailer.
●Check that your vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer
is hitched. Do not drive if the vehicle is not level, and check for improper
tongue load, overloading, worn suspension, or other possible causes.
●Make sure the trailer cargo is securely loaded.
●Check that your rear view mirrors conform to any federal, state/provincial
or local regulations. If they do not, install rear view mirrors appropriate for
towing purposes.
■Break-in schedule
●Toyota recommends that you do not use a new vehicle or a vehicle with
any new power train components (engine, transmission, differential,
wheel bearings, etc.) to tow a trailer for the first 500 miles (800 km) of
driving.
■Maintenance
●If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance
due to the additional load. (See “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or
“Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)
●Retighten the fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approxi-
mately 600 miles (1000 km).