service interval TOYOTA LAND CRUISER 1998 Factory Repair Manual

MA02Q-01
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- MAINTENANCEINSIDE VEHICLE
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2004 LAND CRUISER (RM1071U)
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.

MA02P-02
- MAINTENANCEOUTSIDE VEHICLE
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2004 LAND CRUISER (RM1071U)
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.

MA02R-05
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- MAINTENANCEUNDER HOOD
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2004 LAND CRUISER (RM1071U)
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.