engine overheat TOYOTA FJ CRUISER 2013 1.G User Guide

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
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Avoid jerky starts or sudden acceleration.
● Avoid jerky steering and sharp turns, and slow down before mak-
ing a turn.
● Note that when making a turn, th e trailer wheels will be closer than
the vehicle wheels to the inside of the turn. Compensate by making
a wider than normal turning radius.
● Slow down before making a turn, in crosswinds, on wet or slippery
surfaces, etc.
Increasing vehicle speed can destabilize the trailer.
● Take care when passing other vehicles. Passing requires consider-
able distance. After passing a vehicle, do not forget the length of
your trailer, and be sure you hav e plenty of room before changing
lanes.
● To maintain engine braking efficiency and charging system perfor-
mance when using engine braking, do not use sixth gear (manual
transmission), or do not put the transmission in D (automatic trans-
mission).
● Instability happens more frequently when descending steep or long
downhill grades. Before descending, slow down and downshift. Do
not make sudden downshifts while descending steep or long down-
hill grades.
● Avoid holding the brake pedal down too long or applying the
brakes too frequently. This could cause the brakes to overheat and
result in reduced braking efficiency.
● Due to the added load of the trailer, your vehicle’s engine may
overheat on hot days (at temperatures over 85°F [30°C]) when
driving up a long or steep grade. If the engine coolant temperature
gauge indicates overheating, immedi ately turn off the air condition-
ing (if in use), pull your vehicle off the road and stop in a safe spot.
(  P. 502)

When trouble arises5
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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers ......... 464
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................... 465
If you think something is wrong ......................... 470
Fuel pump shut off system ........................... 471 5-2. Steps to take
in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................ 472
If you have a flat tire......... 482
If the engine will not start ................................ 495
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
(vehicles with an
automatic
transmission) ................. 496
If you lose your keys ........ 497
If the vehicle battery is discharged ..................... 498
If your vehicle overheats ....................... 502
If the vehicle becomes stuck .............................. 505
If your vehicle has to be stopped
in an emergency ............ 507

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle overheats
In the following cases, the vehicle may be overheating.
●Engine coolant temperature gauge needle ( P. 140) reaches
the upper end, and engine output falls (There is no speed).
● Steam is coming out from the engine compartment.
Perform the following steps.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place, turn off the air conditioning
system, and stop the engine.
If steam is coming out:
When no more steam is coming out has been confirmed,
carefully open the hood.
If there is no steam coming out:
Carefully open the hood. After the engine has cooled
down sufficiently, inspect the
radiator core (radiator), hoses,
etc. for any leaks.
If there is a large quantity of
engine coolant leaking, imme-
diately contact your Toyota
dealer.
Inspect the amount of engine
coolant by checking if the res-
ervoir level is between the F
(Full) and L (Low) lines.
Engine coolant reservoir
F (Full)
L (Low)

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Overheating
If you observe the following, your vehicle may be overheating.
●The engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone or a loss of
power is experienced.
● Steam is coming from under the hood.
Add engine coolant if neces-
sary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if engine coolant is
unavailable. ( P. 514)
Start the engine, check that the cooling fan is operating, as
well as double check that there are no leaks at the radiator
core and hoses.
If the fan does not operate:
Stop the engine immediately and contact your Toyota
dealer.
If the fan operates:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Toyota dealer.

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Alphabetical index
Brakes
Brake system warning
buzzer ................ 184, 186, 199
Brake system warning light .................................... 472
Fluid...................................... 415
Parking brake ....................... 137
Break-in tips ............................ 120
Care
Exterior ................................. 392
Interior .................................. 395
Seat belts ............................. 396
Cargo capacity ........................ 206
Cargo net hook ........................ 375
CD player ................................. 255
Center differential lock ........... 176
Certification label ............ 218, 511
Chains ...................................... 212
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition ....... 102
Booster seats, installation .... 112
Convertible seats, definition............................. 102
Convertible seats,
installation .......................... 109
Front passenger occupant classification system ............ 97
Infant seat, definition ............ 102
Infant seats, installation ........ 109
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors .............................. 108
Installing CRS with seat belts ................................... 106
Installing CRS with top tether straps ................................. 113 Child safety
Airbag precautions ..................91
Battery precautions .......420, 500
Child restraint system............102
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................62
Installing child restraints ........106
Power window lock switch.......74
Power window precautions .....75
Removed key battery precautions .........................442
Seat belt extender precautions ...........................63
Seat belt precautions ..............63
Cleaning Exterior ..................................392
Interior ...................................395
Seat belts ..............................396
Clinometer ................................146
Clock ........................................ 361
Clutch start cancel switch.......191
Compass ...........................146, 385
Condenser ................................415
Cooling system Engine overheating ...............502
Crawl Control ...........................192
CRS ...........................................102
Cruise control...........................154
Cup holders ..............351, 353, 356
Curtain shield airbags ...............84
Customizable features.............535
Daytime running light system ....................................150
Defogger Rear window .........................243
Dimension.................................510
Dinghy towing ..........................232
Do-it-yourself main tenance.....404
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DoorsAccess doors...........................38
Door glasses ...........................74
Door lock ...........................32, 35
Open door warning light ........ 475
Side doors ...............................35
Side mirrors .............................71
Driver’s seat belt reminder
buzzer ..................................... 475
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ......................................... 475
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 120
Correct posture .......................82
Driving assist systems........... 196
Procedures ............................ 118
Winter driving tips.................. 211
Emergency, in case of Blown fuse............................. 443
If the engine will not start ...... 495
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P...................... 496
If the vehicle battery is discharged .......................... 498
If a warning buzzer sounds ................................ 472
If a warning light turns on ...... 472
If you have a flat tire ............. 482
If you lose your keys ............. 497
If you think something is
wrong .................................. 470
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 505
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency .......................... 507
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 465
If your vehicle overheats ....... 502
Emergency flashers Switch.................................... 464 Engine
Compartment ........................ 409
Engine switch ........................ 129
Exhaust gas .......................... 125
Hood ..................................... 408
How to start the engine ......... 129
Identification number............. 511
If the engine will not start ...... 495
Ignition switch ....................... 129
Immobilizer system ................. 79
Overheating .......................... 502
Warning light ......................... 473
Engine coolant Capacity ................................ 514
Checking ............................... 413
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 211
Temperature gauge .............. 140
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ...................................... 140
Engine immobilizer system ...... 79
Engine oil Capacity ................................ 513
Checking ............................... 410
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 211
Warning light ................. 473, 475
Engine switch........................... 129
Event data recorder ................... 24
Floor mat .................................. 371
Fluid Brake..................................... 415
Washer.................................. 421
Four-wheel drive system Four-wheel drive control lever .................................... 176
Front-wheel drive control lever .................................... 179
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............. 97
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ........................ 475
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Keyless entry..............................32
KeysEngine switch ........................ 129
If you lose your keys ............. 497
Ignition switch........................ 129
Key battery ............................ 441
Keyless entry...........................32
Key number .............................30
Keys ........................................30
Reminder buzzer ................... 478
Wireless remote control key ..................................30, 32
License plate lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 454
Switch.................................... 148
Wattage ................................. 520
Light bulbs Replacing .............................. 454
Wattage ................................. 520
Lights Automatic light off system ..... 150
Emergency flasher switch ..... 464
Hazard light switch ................464
Headlights switch .................. 148
Instrument panel light control
dial ...................................... 141
Interior light switch ................349
Personal lights switch............ 350
Replacing light bulbs ............. 454
Turn signal lights switch ........ 136
Wattage ................................. 520
Limited slip differential............ 185
Load capacity ................... 210, 510
Lock steering column ................66
Luggage storage box............... 373
Luggage compartment features................................... 374 Maintenance
Do-it-yourself maintenance ... 404
General maintenance............ 400
Maintenance data ................. 510
Maintenance requirements ... 398
Vehicle exterior ..................... 392
Vehicle interior ...................... 395
Malfunction indicator lamp ..... 473
Manual transmission ............... 134
Meter Accessory meter ................... 146
Instrument panel light
control ................................. 141
Meters ................................... 140
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror ............ 67
Side mirrors............................. 71
Vanity mirrors ........................ 360
MP3 disc ................................... 263
Noise from under vehicle .......... 22
Odometer .................................. 140
Off-road precautions Driving ................................... 203
Vehicle .................................. 201
Oil
Engine oil .............................. 410
Warning light ................. 473, 475
Opener
Hood ..................................... 408
Outside rear view mirror illumination lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 454
Switch ................................... 148
Wattage................................. 520
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding............... 71
Outside temperature
display .................................... 362
Overheating, Engine ................ 502K
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What to do if...
What to do if...
A tire puncturesP. 482If you have a flat tire
The engine does not start
P. 495If the engine will not start
P. 7 9Engine immobilizer system
P. 498If the vehicle battery is discharged
The shift lever cannot be
moved outP. 496If the shift lever cannot be shifted
from P
The engine coolant temperature
gauge enters the red zone
Steam can be seen coming
from under the hood
P. 502If your vehicle overheats
The key is lostP. 497If you lose your keys
The battery runs outP. 498If the vehicle battery is discharged
The doors cannot be locked
P. 3 5Side doors
P. 3 8Access doors
P. 4 0Back door
The vehicle is stuck in
mud or sandP. 505If the vehicle becomes stuck
The warning light or indicator
light comes onP. 472If a warning light turns on