maintenance TOYOTA LAND CRUISER 1986 Factory User Guide

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INSIDE VEHICLE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
These are the maintenance and inspection items which are considered to be owner's responsibility. They
can be done by the owner or be can have them done at a service shop. These items include those which
should be checked on a daily basis, those which, in most cases, do not require (special) tools and those
which are considered to be reasonable for the owner to do. Items and procedures for general maintenance
are as follows.
1. GENERAL NOTES

Maintenance items may very from country and country. Check the owner's manual supplement in
which the maintenance schedule is shown.

Every service items in the periodic maintenance schedule must be performed.

Periodic maintenance service must be performed according to whichever interval in the periodic main-
tenance schedule occurs first, the odometer reading (miles) or the time interval (months).

Maintenance service after the last period should be performed at the same time interval as before un-
less otherwise noted.

Failure to do even one item an cause the engine to run poorly and increase exhaust emissions.
2. LIGHTS
(a) Check that the headlights, stop lights, taillights, turn signal lights, and other lights are all working.
(b) Check the headlights aim.
3. WARNING LIGHTS AND BUZZERS
Check that all warning lights and buzzers function properly.
4. HORN
Check that it is working.
5. WINDSHIELD GLASS
Check for scratches, pits or abrasions.
6. WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER
(a) Check operation of the wipers and washer.
(b) Check that the wipers do not streak.
7. WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER
Check that air comes out from the defroster outlet when operating the heater or air conditioner at defroster
mode.
8. REAR VIEW MIRROR
Check that it is mounted securely.
9. SUN VISORS
Check that they move freely and mounted securely.
10. STEELING WHEEL
Check that it has the specified freeplay. Be alert for changes in steering condition, such as hard steering,
excessive freeplay or strange noises.
11. SEATS
(a) Check that all front seat controls such as seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. operate smoothly.
(b) Check that all latches lock securely in any position.
(c) Check that the head restraints move up and down smoothly and that the locks hold securely in any
latch position.
(d) For folding-down rear seat backs, check that the latches look securely.
12. SEAT BELTS
(a) Check that the seat belt system such as buckles, retractors and anchors operate properly and smooth-
ly.
(b) Check that the belt webbing is not cut, frayed, worn or damaged.

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13. ACCELERATOR PEDAL
Check the pedal for smooth operation and uneven pedal effort or catching.
14. BRAKE PEDAL (See page BR-9)
(a) Check that pedal for smoothly operation.
(b) Check that the pedal has the proper reserve distance and freeplay.
15. BRAKE BOOSTER (See page BR-40)
Check the brake booster function.
16. BRAKES
At a safe place, check that the brakes do not pull to one side when applied.
17. PARKING BRAKE (See page BR-14)
(a) Check that the lever has the proper travel.
(b) On a safe incline, check that the vehicle is held securely with only the parking brake applied.
18. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ºPARKº MECHANISM
(a) Check the lock release button of the selector level for proper and smooth operation.
(b) On a safe incline, check that the vehicle is held securely with the selector lever in the ºPº position and
all brakes released.

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OUTSIDE VEHICLE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
These are some maintenance and inspection items which are considered to be the owner's responsibility.
They can be done by the owner or they can have them done at a service shop. These items include those
which should be checked on a daily basis, those which, in most cases, do not require (special) tools and
those which are considered to be reasonable for the owner to do. Items and procedures for general mainte-
nance are as follows.
1. GENERAL NOTES

Maintenance items may very from country and country. Check the owner's manual supplement in
which the maintenance schedule is shown.

Every service items in the periodic maintenance schedule must be performed.

Periodic maintenance service must be performed according to whichever interval in the periodic main-
tenance schedule occurs first, the odometer reading (miles) or the time interval (months).

Maintenance service after the last period should be performed at the same time interval as before un-
less otherwise noted.

Failure to do even one item an cause the engine to run poorly and increase exhaust emissions.
2. TIRES
(a) Check the pressure with a gauge. If necessary, adjust.
(b) Check for cuts, damage or excessive wear.
3. WHEEL NUTS
When checking the tires, check the nuts for looseness or for missing nuts. If necessary, tighten them.
4. TIRE ROTATION
Check the owner's manual supplement in which the maintenance schedule is shown.
5. WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES
Check for wear or cracks whenever they do not wipe clean. If necessary, replace.
6. FLUID LEAKS
(a) Check underneath for leaking fuel, oil, water or other fluid.
(b) If you smell gasoline fumes or notice any leak, have the cause found and corrected.
7. DOORS AND ENGINE HOOD
(a) Check that all doors and the tailgate operate smoothly, and that all larches lock securely.
(b) Check that the engine hood secondary latch secures the hood from opening when the primary latch
is released.

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UNDER HOOD
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
1. GENERAL NOTICE

Maintenance items may vary from country to country. Check the owner's manual supplement in which
the maintenance schedule is shown.

Every service item in the periodic maintenance schedule must be performed.

Periodic maintenance service must be performed according to whichever interval in the periodic main-
tenance schedule occurs first, the odometer reading (miles) or the time interval (months).

Maintenance services after the last period should be performed at the same interval as before unless
otherwise noted.

Failure to do even one item can cause the engine to run poorly and increase exhaust emissions.
2. WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Check that there is sufficient fluid in the tank.
3. ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL
Check that the coolant level is between the LEVEL lines on the see-through reservoir at normal tem-
perature (20°C (68°F)).
4. RADIATOR AND HOSES
(a) Check that the front of the radiator is clean and not blocked with leaves, dirt or bugs.
(See page CO-14)
(b) Check the hoses for cracks, kinks, rot or loose connections.
5. BATTERY ELECTROLYTE LEVEL

Check the indicator.

When the indicator color is blue, the condition is satisfactory. A red color indicates that distilled water
must be added, and white indicates that charging is necessary.
6. BRAKE FLUID LEVELS
Check that the brake fluid level is near the upper level line on the see-through reservoir.
(See page BR-4)
7. ENGINE DRIVE BELTS
Check drive belt for fraying, cracks, wear or oiliness.
8. ENGINE OIL LEVEL
Check the level on the dipstick with the engine turned off.
9. POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL

Check the level on the dipstick.

The level should be in the ºHOTº or ºCOLDº range depending on the fluid temperature.
10. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL
Visually check the overflow plug and oil pan for fluid leaks or traces of fluid.

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11. EXHAUST SYSTEM
Visually inspect for cracks, holes or loose supports.
If any change in the sound of the exhaust or smell of the exhaust fumes is noticed, have the cause located
and corrected.

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EQUIPMENT
MirrorBrake hose

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SFI SYSTEM
PRECAUTION
1. BEFORE WORKING ON FUEL SYSTEM, DISCON-
NECT NEGATIVE (-) TERMINAL CABLE FROM BAT-
TERY
HINT:
Any diagnostic trouble code retained by the computer will be
erased when the negative (-) terminal cable is removed from
the battery.
Therefore, if necessary, read the diagnosis before removing the
negative (-) terminal cable from the battery.
2. DO NOT SMOKE OR WORK NEAR AN OPEN FLAME
WHEN WORKING ON THE FUEL SYSTEM
3. KEEP GASOLINE AWAY FROM RUBBER OR
LEATH-
ER PARTS
4. MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
(a) Take following precautions to prevent the engine misfire.
(1) Check proper connection to battery terminals, etc.
(2) After repair work, check that the ignition coil termi-
nals and all other ignition system lines are recon-
nected securely.
(3) When cleaning the engine compartment, be espe-
cially careful to protect the electrical system from
water.
(b) Take following precautions to handle the oxygen sensor.
(1) Do not drop the oxygen sensor or hit against an ob-
ject.
(2) Do not allow the sensor to contact with water.
5. IF VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH MOBILE RA-
DIO
SYSTEM (HAM, CB, ETC.)
If the vehicle is equipped with a mobile communication system,
refer to the precaution in the IN section.
6. AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM
(a) Separation of the engine oil dipstick, oil filler cap, PCV
hose, etc. may cause the engine to be out of tune.
(b) Disconnection, looseness or cracks in the parts of the air
induction system between the throttle body and cylinder
head will cause air suction, which makes the engine out
of tune.
7. ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEM
(a) Disconnect the power by either turning the ignition switch
OFF or disconnecting the negative (-) terminal cable from
the battery before removing SFI wiring connectors, termi-
nals, etc.
HINT:
Always check the diagnostic trouble code before disconnecting
the negative (-) terminal cable from the battery.
(b) When installing the battery, be especially careful not to in-
correctly connect the positive (+) and negative (-) cables.

B04897
Push
B04896
Pull
A07061
TOYOTA
Hand-Held
Tester
DLC3
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(4) Match the axis of the connector with that of the pipe,
and push in the connector until the connector
makes a ºclickº sound. In the joint part is too tight to
connect them, apply a little new engine oil on the tip
of the pipe.
(5) After finishing the connection, check if the pipe and
the connector are securely connected by pulling
them.
(6) Check if there is any fuel leakage.
(h) Take following precautions to handle the nylon tube.
(1) Pay attention not to turn the joint part of the nylon
tube and the quick connector by force when con-
necting them.
(2) Pay attention not to twist the nylon tube.
(3) Do not remove the EPDM protector on the outside
of the nylon tube.
(4) Do not connect them by bending the nylon tube.
(i) Check that there are no fuel leaks on the fuel system after
doing the maintenance.
(1) Connect the TOYOTA hand-held tester or OBD II
scan tool to the DLC3.
(2) Turn the ignition switch ON and press the TOYOTA
hand-held or OBD II scan tool tester main switch
ON.
NOTICE:
Do not start the engine.
(3) Select the ACTIVE TEST mode on the TOYOTA
hand-held tester or OBD II scan tool .
(4) Please refer to the TOYOTA hand-held tester or
OBD II scan tool operator's manual for further de-
tails.
(5) If you have no TOYOTA hand-held tester or OBD
II scan tool, connect the positive (+) and negative
(-) leads from the battery to the fuel pump connec-
tor (See page SF-7).