towing TOYOTA FJ CRUISER 2012 1.G Owners Manual

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2-3. Operating the lights andwipers
Headlight swi tch .................. 146
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 148
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 150
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ...................... 151
Intuitive parking assist......... 155
Rear view monitor system... 160
Four-wheel drive system (4WD models with
a manual transmission)..... 164
Four-wheel drive system (4WD models with
an automatic
transmission) .................... 167
Active traction control system .............................. 170
AUTO LSD system (2WD models) ................... 172
Rear differential lock system .............................. 174
Clutch start cancel switch (vehicles with a manual
transmission) .................... 177
Driving assist systems ........ 178
2-5. Driving information Off-road precautions ........... 183
Cargo and luggage ............. 188
Vehicle load limits ............... 192
Winter driving tips ............... 193
Trailer towing ...................... 196
Dinghy towing ..................... 214 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Air conditioning system ...... 218
Rear window defogger ....... 225
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system ...................... 226
Using the radio ................... 230
Using the CD player ........... 237
Playing MP3 and WMA discs ................................. 245
Operating an iPod .............. 252
Operating a USB memory ............................ 259
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 267
Using the AUX port............. 270
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 271
Detachable pole antenna ... 274
3-3. Using the Bluetooth
® audio
system
Bluetooth
® audio system .... 277
Using the Bluetooth® audio
system .............................. 280
Operating a Bluetooth
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enabled portable player.... 285
Setting up a Bluetooth
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enabled portable player.... 287
Bluetooth
® audio system
setup ................................ 292
3Interior features

When driving2
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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle............ 116
Engine (ignition) switch .... 127
Automatic Transmission... 130
Manual Transmission ....... 132
Turn signal lever .............. 134
Parking brake ................... 135
Horn ................................. 137
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ......... 138
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 141
Accessory meter .............. 144
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ............... 146
Windshield wipers and washer ........................... 148
Rear window wiper and washer ........................... 150
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ................... 151
Intuitive parking assist...... 155
Rear view monitor system ........................... 160 Four-wheel drive system
(4WD models with
a manual
transmission) ................. 164
Four-wheel drive system (4WD models with
an automatic
transmission) ................. 167
Active traction control system ........................... 170
AUTO LSD system (2WD models) ................ 172
Rear differential lock system ........................... 174
Clutch start cancel switch (vehicles with a manual
transmission) ................. 177
Driving assist systems ..... 178
2-5. Driving information Off-road precautions ........ 183
Cargo and luggage .......... 188
Vehicle load limits ............ 192
Winter driving tips ............ 193
Trailer towing ................... 196
Dinghy towing .................. 214

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■Automatic cruise control cancelation
Cruise control will stop maintaining the vehicle speed 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 light flashes
Press the ON-OFF button once to deactivate the system, and then press the
button again to 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
Switch the cruise control off using the ON-OFF button 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 loss of control 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 your vehicle is towing a trailer or during emergency towing

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■The intuitive parking assist system can be operated when
●The engine switch is at the ON position.
● The shift lever is in R.
■ 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.
• When attaching a two-way radio antenna.
• When a towing eyelet is mounted on your vehicle.
• When the bumper is damaged.
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.

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a tr
ailer, 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 pa ssengers 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 du e to the additional occupants. In
other words, if an increase in th e 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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Trailer towing
Your vehicle is designed primarily as a passenger-and-load-carrying
vehicle. Towing a trailer can have an adverse impact on handling,
performance, braking, durability, and fuel consumption. For your
safety and the safety of others, yo u must not overload your vehicle
or trailer. You must also ensure that you are using appropriate tow-
ing equipment, that the towing eq uipment has been installed cor-
rectly and used properly, and that you employ the requisite driving
habits.
Vehicle-trailer stability and br aking performance are affected by
trailer stability, brake performan ce and setting, trailer brakes, the
hitch and hitch systems (if equipped).
To tow a trailer safely, use extreme care and drive the vehicle in
accordance with your trailer’s characteristics and operating condi-
tions.
Toyota warranties do not apply to damage or malfunction caused by
towing a trailer for commercial purposes.
Contact your Toyota dealer for fu rther information about additional
requirements such as towing kits, etc.

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When driving
Towing related terms
■ GCWR (Gross Combination Weight Rating)
The maximum allowable gross
combination weight. The gross
combination weight is the sum of
the total vehicle weight (including
the occupants, cargo and any
optional equipment installed on
the vehicle) and the weight of the
trailer being towed (including the
cargo in the trailer).
■ GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
The maximum allowable gross
vehicle weight. The gross vehicle
weight is the total weight of the
vehicle. When towing a trailer, it
is the sum of the vehicle weight
(including the occupants, cargo
and any optional equipment
installed on the vehicle) and the
tongue weight.

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■GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
The maximum allowable gross
axle weight. The gross axle
weight is the load placed on
each axle (front and rear).
■ TWR (Trailer Weight Rating)
The maximum allowable gross
trailer weight. The gross trailer
weight is the sum of the trailer
weight and the weight of the
cargo in the trailer.
TWR is calculated assuming
base vehicle with one driver, one
front passenger, towing package
(if available), hitch and hitch sys-
tems (if required).
Additional optional equipment,
passengers and cargo in the vehi-
cle will reduce the trailer weight
rating so as not to exceed
GCWR, GVWR and GAWR.
If the gross trailer weight exceeds
3000 lb. (1360 kg), it is recom-
mended to use a trailer with 2 or
more axles.
Front GAWR
Rear GAWR
(With brakes)

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Trailer Tongue Weight● A recommended tongue weight varies in accordance with the types
of trailers or towing as described below.
● To ensure the recommended values shown below, the trailer must
be loaded by referring to the following instructions.
• Tongue Weight
The gross trailer weight should be distributed so that the tongue
weight is 9% to 11%. (Tongue we ight /Gross trailer weight x 100
= 9% to 11%)
Gross trailer weight
Tongue weight
If using a weight distributing hitch when towing, return the front
axle to the same weight as before the trailer connection.
If front axle weight cannot be measured directly, measure the
front fender height above th e front axle before connection.
Adjust weight distributing hitch torque until front fender is
returned to the same height as before connection.
The gross trailer weight, gross axle weight and tongue weight
can be measured with platform scales found at a highway
weighing station, building supply company, trucking company,
junk yard, etc.

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Hitch
Trailer hitch assemblies have different weight capacities. Toyota rec-
ommends the use of Toyota hitch/brac ket for your vehicle. For details,
contact your Toyota dealer.
● If you wish to install a trailer hitch, contact your Toyota dealer.
● Use only a hitch that conforms to the gross trailer weight require-
ment of your vehicle.
● Follow the directions supplied by the hitch manufacturer.
● Lubricate the hitch ball with a light coating of grease.
● Remove the trailer hitch whenever you are not towing a trailer.
After removing the hitch, seal any mounting hole in the vehicle
body to prevent entry of any substances into the vehicle.