engine TOYOTA FJ CRUISER 2013 1.G Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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1-1. Key informationKeys ..................................... 30
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Wireless remote control ....... 32
Side doors ............................ 35
Access doors........................ 38
Back door ............................. 40
Glass hatch .......................... 45
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)
Front seats ........................... 49
Rear seats ............................ 51
Head restraints ..................... 57
Seat belts ............................. 60
Steering wheel ..................... 66
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror .................................. 67
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 71
1-4. Opening and closing the windows
Power windows .................... 74
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap .... 76 1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system ................................ 79
Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.)............................... 81
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ......... 82
SRS airbags ......................... 84
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 97
Child restraint systems ....... 102
Installing child restraints ..... 106
2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle .............. 118
Engine (ignition) switch....... 129
Automatic Transmission ..... 132
Manual Transmission ......... 134
Turn signal lever ................. 136
Parking brake ..................... 137
Horn .................................... 139
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ............ 140
Indicators and warning lights ................................. 143
Accessory meter ................. 146
1Before driving
2When driving

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3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) ........... 311
Using the hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone) ........... 315
Making a phone call ........... 324
Setting a cellular phone...... 329
Security and system setup ................................ 335
Using the phone book ........ 340
3-5. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................. 348
• Interior lights .................... 349
• Personal lights ................. 350
3-6. Using the storage features List of storage features....... 351
• Glove box ......................... 352
• Cup holders (front) ........... 353
• Cup holders (rear) ............ 356
• Bottle holders ................... 357
• Auxiliary box ..................... 358
3-7. Other interior features Sun visors .......................... 359
Vanity mirrors ..................... 360
Clock .................................. 361
Outside temperature display .............................. 362
Power outlet (12V DC) ....... 363
Power outlet (120V AC) ..... 364
Armrest............................... 370
Floor mat ............................ 371
Luggage storage box (vehicles without sub
woofer) ............................. 373 Luggage compartment
features ............................ 374
Garage door opener ........... 377
Compass ............................ 385
4-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ........... 392
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 395
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 398
General maintenance ......... 400
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 403
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 404
Hood ................................... 408
Engine compartment .......... 409
Tires.................................... 423
Tire inflation pressure ......... 431
Wheels................................ 435
Air conditioning filter ........... 438
Key battery ......................... 441
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 443
Light bulbs .......................... 454
4Maintenance and care

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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 6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 510
Fuel information.................. 521
Tire information .................. 524
6-2. Customization Customizable features........ 535
Items to initialize ................. 537
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ................ 540
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 541
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 543
Abbreviation list ........................ 554
Alphabetical index .................... 556
What to do if... ........................... 565
5When trouble arises6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
Index

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Engine (ignition) switch P. 129
: If equipped

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For your information
Main Owners Manual
Please note that this manual applies to all models explains and all equip-
ment, including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for
equipment not installed on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing.
However, because of the Toyota policy of continual product improvement, we
reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ
from your vehicle in terms of equipment.
Noise from under vehicle after turning off the engine
Approximately five hours after the engine is turned off, you may hear sound
coming from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound of a fuel
evaporation leakage check and, it does not indicate a malfunction.
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota
vehicles are currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota
does not warrant these products and is not responsible for their
performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to,
or adverse effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Toyota products.
Modification with non-genuine Toyota products could affect its performance,
safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In
addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification
may not be covered under warranty.

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Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
The installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect
electronic systems such as:
●Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system
● Cruise control system
● Anti-lock brake system
● SRS airbag system
● Seat belt pretensioner system
Be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or spe-
cial instructions regarding installation of a mobile two-way radio system.
Vehicle data recordings
Your Toyota is equipped with several sophisticated computers that will record
certain data, such as:
• Engine speed
• Accelerator status
• Brake status
• Vehicle speed
• Shift position (except manual transmission)
The recorded data varies according to the vehicle grade level and options
with which it is equipped. Furthermore, these computers do not record con-
versations, sounds or pictures.
● Data usage
Toyota may use the data recorded in these computers to diagnose malfunc-
tions, conduct research and development, and improve quality.
Toyota will not disclose the recorded data to a third party except:
• With the consent of the vehicle owner or with the consent of the lessee if the vehicle is leased
• In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a govern-
ment agency
• For research purposes where the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle owner

Before driving1
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1-1. Key informationKeys ................................... 30
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Wireless remote control ..... 32
Side doors .......................... 35
Access doors ..................... 38
Back door ........................... 40
Glass hatch ........................ 45
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)
Front seats ......................... 49
Rear seats.......................... 51
Head restraints................... 57
Seat belts ........................... 60
Steering wheel ................... 66
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ....................... 67
Outside rear view mirrors.............................. 71
1-4. Opening and closing the windows
Power windows .................. 74 1-5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap ................................... 76
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ............................. 79
Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.).................. 81
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture....... 82
SRS airbags ....................... 84
Front passenger occupant classification system ........ 97
Child restraint systems..... 102
Installing child restraints ........................ 106

36 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Locking the front doors from the outside without a keyMove the inside door lock button to the lock position.
Close the door.
The door cannot be locked if a front door is open and the key is in the
engine switch.
Passenger’s door lock switch
Locks all doors
Unlocks all doors
■ Inside door lock button
Locks the door
Unlocks the door
Pulling the inside handle can
open the front door even if the
inside door lock button is in the
lock position.

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Before driving
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Key reminder buzzer
A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened, while the engine switch is in
the ACC or LOCK position to remind you to remove the key.
■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
Settings (e.g. unlocking function using a key) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 535)
CAUTION
■To prevent an accident
Observe the following precautions while driving the vehicle.
Failing to do so may result in a door opening and an occupant falling out,
resulting in death or serious injury.
●Always use a seat belt.
● Always lock all doors.
● Ensure that all doors are properly closed.
● Do not pull the inside handle of the doors while driving.
The doors may be opened and the passengers are thrown out of the vehi-
cle and it may result in death or serious injury.
Be especially careful for the side doors, as the doors may be opened even
if the inside lock buttons are in locked position.

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1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
Before driving
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror
In automatic mode, sensors are used to detect the headlights of
vehicles behind and automatically reduces the reflected light.
Ty p e A
Turns automatic mode on/off
The indicator comes on when
automatic mode is turned on.
The mirror will revert to the
automatic mode each time the
engine switch is turned on.