manual transmission TOYOTA FJ CRUISER 2011 1.G Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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1-1. Key informationKeys ..................................... 26
1-2. Opening, closing and locking
the doors
Wireless remote control ....... 28
Side doors ............................ 31
Access doors........................ 34
Back door ............................. 36
Glass hatch .......................... 41
1-3. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)
Front seats ........................... 45
Rear seats ............................ 47
Head restraints ..................... 53
Seat belts ............................. 56
Steering wheel ..................... 62
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror .................................. 63
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 66
1-4. Opening and clos ing
the windows
Pow er windows .................... 69
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap .... 71 1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system ................................ 74
Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.)............................... 76
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ......... 77
SRS airbags ......................... 79
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 92
Child restraint systems ......... 97
Installing child restraints ..... 101
2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle .............. 114
Engine (ignition) switch....... 124
Automatic Transmission ..... 127
Manual Transmission ......... 129
Turn signal lever ................. 131
Parking brake ..................... 132
Horn .................................... 134
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ............ 135
Indicators and warning lights ................................. 138
Accessory meter ................. 141
1Before driving
2When driving

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .................. 143
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 145
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 147
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ...................... 148
Intuitive parking assist......... 152
Rear view monitor system .............................. 157
Four-wheel drive system (4WD models with a
manual transmission)........ 161
Four-wheel drive system (4WD models with
an automatic
transmission) .................... 164
Active traction control system .............................. 167
AUTO LSD system (2WD models) ................... 169
Rear differential lock system .............................. 171
Clutch start cancel switch (vehicles with a manual
transmission) .................... 174
Driving assist systems ........ 175
2-5. Driving information Off-road precautions ........... 180
Cargo and luggage ............. 185
Vehicle load limits ............... 189
Winter driving tips ............... 190
Trailer towing ...................... 193
Dinghy towing ..................... 203 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Air conditioning system ...... 206
Rear window defogger ....... 213
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system ...................... 214
Using the radio ................... 218
Using the CD player ........... 225
Playing MP3 and WMA discs ................................. 233
Operating an iPod .............. 240
Operating a USB memory ............................ 247
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 255
Using the AUX port............. 258
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 259
3-3. Using the Bluetooth
® audio
system
Bluetooth
® audio system .... 262
Using the Bluetooth®
audio system .................... 265
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player.... 270
Setting up a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player.... 272
Bluetooth
® audio system
setup ................................ 277
3Interior features

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Automatic transmission
Manual transmission
Shift lever P. 127Front-wheel drive control
lever
 P. 164
Cup holders P. 319
Cup holders
P. 319
Parking brake lever
P. 132
Shift lever P. 129Four-wheel drive control
lever
P. 161
Cup holders

P. 319
Parking brake lever
P. 132
Shift lock override
button
P. 454
Pictorial indexInterior
: If equipped

When driving2
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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle............ 114
Engine (ignition) switch .... 124
Automatic Transmission... 127
Manual Transmission ....... 129
Turn signal lever .............. 131
Parking brake ................... 132
Horn ................................. 134
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ......... 135
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 138
Accessory meter .............. 141
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ............... 143
Windshield wipers and washer ........................... 145
Rear window wiper and washer ........................... 147
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ................... 148
Intuitive parking assist...... 152
Rear view monitor system ........................... 157 Four-wheel drive system
(4WD models with a
manual transmission) ..... 161
Four-wheel drive system (4WD models with
an automatic
transmission) ................. 164
Active traction control system ........................... 167
AUTO LSD system (2WD models) ................ 169
Rear differential lock system ........................... 171
Clutch start cancel switch (vehicles with a manual
transmission) ................. 174
Driving assist systems ..... 175
2-5. Driving information Off-road precautions ........ 180
Cargo and luggage .......... 185
Vehicle load limits ............ 189
Winter driving tips ............ 190
Trailer towing ................... 193
Dinghy towing .................. 203

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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driv-
ing.
■ Starting the engine ( P. 124)
■ Driving
Automatic transmission
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to D. ( P. 127)
Release the parking brake. ( P. 132)
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
Manual transmission With the clutch pedal fully depressed, shift the shift lever to
1. ( P. 129)
Release the parking brake. ( P. 132)
Gradually release the clutch pedal. At the same time, gently
depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
■ Stopping
Automatic transmission
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
When the vehicle is stopped for an extended period of time, shift
the shift lever to P or N. ( 
P. 1 2 7)
Manual transmission
With the clutch pedal fully depressed, depress the brake
pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
When the vehicle is stopped for an extended period of time, shift
the shift lever to N. ( P. 129)

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When driving
Starting on a steep uphill
Automatic transmission With the brake pedal depressed, firmly set the parking brake
and shift the shift lever to D.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
Release the parking brake.
Manual transmission
With the parking brake firmly set and the clutch pedal fully
depressed, shift the shift lever to 1.
■Parking the vehicle
Automatic transmission
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
Set the parking brake. ( P. 132)
Shift the shift lever to P. ( P. 127)
When parking on a hill, if necessary, block the wheels.
Turn the engine switch off to stop the engine.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your
person.
Manual transmission
With the clutch pedal fully depressed, depress the brake
pedal.
Set the parking brake. ( P. 132)
Shift the shift lever to N. ( P. 129)
When parking on a hill, shift the shift lever to 1 or R. If necessary,
block the wheels.
Turn the engine switch off to stop the engine.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your
person.

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When driving
CAUTION
■
When starting the vehicle
Vehicles with an automatic transmission: Always keep your foot on the brake
pedal while stopped with the engine running. This prevents the vehicle from
creeping.
■ When driving the vehicle
●Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with the location of the brake and accel-
erator pedals to avoid depressing the wrong pedal.
• Accidentally depressing the accelerator pedal instead of the brake
pedal will result in sudden acceleration that may lead to an accident
that could result in death or serious injury.
• When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to a diffi- culty in operating the pedals. Make sure to operate the pedals properly.
• Make sure to keep a correct driving posture even when moving the vehicle only slightly, allowing you to depress the brake and accelerator
pedals properly.
• Depress the brake pedal using your right foot. Depressing the brake pedal using your left foot may delay response in an emergency, result-
ing in an accident.
● Do not drive the vehicle over or st op the vehicle near flammable materials.
The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. This may
cause a fire if there is any flammable material nearby.
● Vehicles with an automatic transmission: Do not let the vehicle roll back-
wards while the shift lever is in a driving position, or roll forward while the
shift lever is in R.
Doing so may cause the engine to stall or lead to poor brake and steering
performance, resulting in an accident or damage to the vehicle.
● If the smell of exhaust is noticed inside the vehicle, open the windows and
check that the back door and glass hatch are closed. Large amounts of
exhaust in the vehicle can cause driver drowsiness and an accident,
resulting in death or a serious health hazard. Have the vehicle inspected
by your Toyota dealer immediately.
● Do not under any circumstances shift the shift lever to P, R or N (automatic
transmission) or R (manual transmission) while the vehicle is moving.
Doing so can cause significant damage to the transmission system and
may result in a loss of vehicle control.

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NOTICE
■When driving the vehicle
●Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during
driving. If the brake pedal is depressed while driving with the accelerator
pedal depressed, driving torque may be restrained.
Vehicles with a manual transmission
● Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving.
Doing so may cause clutch trouble.
● Do not use any gears other than the first gear when starting off and mov-
ing forward.
Doing so may damage the clutch.
● Do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle when stopping on an uphill grade.
Doing so may damage the clutch.
Vehicles with an automatic transmission
● Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress accelerator and brake pedals
together to hold the vehicle on a hill.
■ When parking the vehicle
Vehicles with an automatic transmission: Always put the shift lever in P.
Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to move or the vehicle may acceler-
ate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed.
■ Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
●Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for a
long time.
Doing so may damage the power steering pump.
● When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
■ If you hear a squealing or scrapin g noise while driving (brake pad wear
limit indicators)
Have the brake pads checked and replaced by your Toyota dealer as soon
as possible.
The rotor damage can result if the pads are not replaced when needed.
It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits of the brake pads
and/or that of the brake discs are exceeded.

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Engine (ignition) switch
■Engine switch
LOCK
The steering wheel is locked
and the key can be removed.
(Vehicles with an automatic
transmission: The key can be
removed only when the shift
lever is in P.)
ACC
Some electrical components
such as the audio system can
be used.
ON
All electrical components can
be used.
START
For starting the engine.
■Starting the engine
Automatic transmission
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in P.
Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the brake pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the START position and start the
engine.
Manual transmission Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in N.
Firmly depress the brake pedal and clutch pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the START position and start the
engine.

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When driving
Manual Transmission
: If equipped
Fully depress the clutch pedal before operating the shift lever, and
then release it slowly.