warning lights TOYOTA LAND CRUISER 2000 Owners Manual

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Indicator symbols on the instrument panel
Brake system warning light

1
Malfunction indicator lamp
1 Headlight high beam indicator light
Overdrive
−off indicator light
Turn signal indicator lights
Center differential lock indicator light
Driver ’s seat belt reminder light

1
Front passenger ’s seat belt reminder light
1
Discharge warning light
1
Anti −lock brake system warning light
1
Open door warning light
1
SRS warning light

1
Low fuel level warning light

1
Driving pattern (”POWER” mode) indicator
light
Automatic transmission second start indicator
light
Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning
light
1
Unengaged ”Park” warning light
1
Cruise control indicator light
2

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1
: For details, see ”Service reminder indicators and warning
buzzers” in Section 1 −5.
2
: If this light flashes, see ”Cruise control” in Section 1 −6.
Automatic transmission indicator lights
Vehicle skid control system off indicator light

1
Vehicle skid control system and active traction control system warning light
1
Active traction control system indicator light
Slip indicator light

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(i) Open Door Warning Light
This light remains on until all the side
doors and back door are completely
closed.
(j) Unengaged ”Park” Warning Light
This light warns that the transmission
”Park” mechanism is not engaged. If the
four
−wheel drive control is in the ”N” posi-
tion while the selector lever is in the ”P”
position, the transmission will disengage
and the wheels will not lock.
CAUTION
To restore the park function, shift the
four −wheel drive control out of ”N”,
or the vehicle can move.
(k) Automatic Transmission Fluid Tem-
perature Warning Light
This light warns that the automatic trans-
mission fluid temperature is too high. If this light comes on while you are driv-
ing, slow down and pull off the road. Stop
the vehicle at a safe place and put the
selector lever in ”P” and leave the engine
idling until the light goes off. If the light
goes off, you can start the vehicle again.
If the light does not go off, call a Toyota
dealer or qualified repair shop for assis-
tance.
NOTICE
Continued driving with the warning
light on may damage the automatic
transmission.
(l) Vehicle Skid Control System and
Active Traction Control System
Warning Light
This light warns that there is a problem
somewhere in the vehicle skid control sys-
tem and/or active traction control system.
If the “VSC/TRAC” warning light and “VSC
OFF” indicator light come on, have your
vehicle checked by Toyota dealer as soon
as possible. However, it is no problem
that the “VSC/TRAC” warning light comes
on when the brake actuator temperature
becomes high. (For details, see “Active
traction control system” in Section 1 −6.) The lights will come on with the ignition
key turned to “ON”, and will go off after
a few seconds.
The lights may come on for 60 seconds
after the engine is started. It is normal if
they go out after a while.
Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly
may turn on the lights. it is normal if they
go out after a few seconds.
When the “VSC/TRAC” warning light and
“VSC OFF” indicator light come on, the
vehicle skid control system and/or active
traction control system do not operate, but
there is no problem to continue your driv-
ing.
(m) Key Reminder Buzzer
This buzzer reminds you to remove the
key when you open the driver’s door with
the ignition key in the ”ACC” or ”LOCK”
position.
CHECKING SERVICE REMINDER INDICA-
TORS (except the low fuel level warning
light)
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Open one of the side doors or back door.
The open door warning light should
come on.

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Vehicle skid control system failure
warning
These lights warn when there is a prob-
lem somewhere in the vehicle skid control
system or active traction control system.
If the “VSC/TRAC” warning light and “VSC
OFF” indicator light come on, have your
vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer as
soon as possible. However, there is no
problem the “VSC/TRAC” warning light
comes on when the brake actuator tem-
perature becomes high. (For details, see
“Active traction control system” in this
section.)When the “ABS” warning light comes on,
the vehicle skid control system is not op-
erating.
The lights will come on when the ignition
key is turned “ON”, and will go off after
a few seconds.
The lights may stay on for 60 seconds
after the engine is started. It is normal if
they go off after a few seconds.
Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly
may turn on the lights. It is normal if they
go off after a few seconds.
When the “VSC/TRAC” warning light and
“VSC OFF” indicator light come on, the
vehicle skid control system is not operat-
ing, but there is no problem if you contin-
ue to drive.
In the following cases, contact your Toyota
dealer:
The “VSC/TRAC” warning light, “VSC
OFF” indicator light and slip indicator
light do not come on after the ignition
key is turned “ON”.
The “VSC/TRAC” warning light and
“VSC OFF” indicator light remain on
after the ignition key is turned “ON”.
The “VSC OFF” indicator light comes
on while driving without pushing the
center differential lock switch.
CAUTION
Active traction control system, ve-
hicle skid control system and anti −
lock brake system are electronic
systems designed to help the driver
maintain control under adverse con-
ditions. They are not a substitute
for safe driving practices. Factors
including speed, road conditions
and driver steering input can all af-
fect whether active traction control
system, vehicle skid control system
and anti −lock brake system will be
effective in preventing a loss of
control. Always keep safety driving
in mind. If the slip indicator light
flashes, sounding an alarm, special
care should be taken while driving.
Only use tires of specified size. The
size, manufacturer, brand and tread
pattern for all 4 tires should be the
same. If you use the tires other
than specified, or different type or
size, the vehicle skid control sys-
tem may not function correctly.
When replacing the tires or wheels,
contact your Toyota dealer. (See
“Checking and replacing tires” in
Section 7 −2.)

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INSIDE THE VEHICLE
Items listed below should be checked
regularly, e.g. while performing periodic
services, cleaning the vehicle, etc.
Lights
Make sure the headlights, stop lights, tail
lights, turn signal lights, and other lights
are all working. Check headlight aim.
Service reminder indicators and warning
buzzers
Check that all service reminder indicators
and warning buzzers function properly.
Steering wheel
Be alert for changes in steering condition,
such as hard steering or strange noise.
Seats
Check that all front seat controls such as
seat adjusters, seatback recliner, etc. op-
erate smoothly and that all latches lock
securely in any position. Check that the
head restraint move up and down smooth-
ly and that the locks hold securely in any
latched position. For folding
−down rear
seatbacks, swing −up rear seat cushions
and detachable third seats, check that the
latches lock securely. Seat belts
Check that the seat belt system such as
buckles, retractors and anchors operate
properly and smoothly. Make sure the belt
webbing is not cut, frayed, worn or dam-aged.
Accelerator pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation and
uneven pedal effort or catching.
Brake pedal
Check the pedal for smooth operation and
that the pedal has the proper clearance.
Check the brake booster function.
Brakes
At a safe place, check that the brakes do
not pull to one side when applied.
Parking brake
Check that the lever has the proper travel
and that, on a safe incline, your vehicle
is held securely with only the parking
brake applied.
Automatic transmission ”Park” mecha-
nism
Check the lock release button of the se-
lector lever for proper and smooth opera-
tion. On a safe incline, check that your
vehicle is held securely with the selector
lever in ”P” position and all brakes re-
leased.
IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Items listed below should be checked
from time to time, e.g. each time when
refueling.
Washer fluid
Make sure there is sufficient fluid in the
tank. See Section 7
−3 for additional in-
formation.
Engine coolant level
Make sure the coolant level is between
the ”FULL” and ”LOW” lines on the see −
through reservoir when the engine is cold.
See Section 7 −2 for additional information.
Battery electrolyte level
Make sure the electrolyte level of all bat-
tery cells is between upper and lower lev-
el lines on the case. Add only distilled
water when replenishing. See Section 7 −3
for additional information.

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16. HEAD (RH
−UPR) 20 A: Right−hand
headlight (high beam)
17. HEAD (LH −LWR) 10 A: Left−hand
headlight (low beam), front fog lights
18. HEAD (RH −LWR) 10 A: Right−hand
headlight (low beam)
19. MIRR 10 A: Power rear view mirror
20. SRS 15 A: SRS airbag system, seat
belt pretensioners
21. CIGAR 15 A: Cigarette lighter, car au-
dio system, power antenna
22. IGN 10 A: Multiport fuel injection sys-
tem/sequential multiport fuel injection
system, anti −lock brake system, SRS
airbag system, seat belt pretensioners,
discharge warning light
23. DOME 10 A: Interior lights, personal
lights
24. AHC −IG 20 A: No circuit
25. DIFF 20 A: Rear differential lock sys-
tem 26. GAUGE 15 A:
Gauges and meters,
service reminder indicators and warning
buzzer (except discharge, open door
and SRS airbag warning lights), back −
up lights, air conditioning system, elec-
tronically controlled automatic transmis-
sion system, wireless remote control
system, daytime running light system
27. WIPER 20 A: Windshield wipers and
washer, rear window wiper and washer
28. I/UP 7.5 A: Engine idle up system
29. FR FOG 15 A: Front fog lights
30. STOP 15 A: Stop lights, high mounted
stoplight
31. RR A.C 30 A: Air conditioning system
32. DEFOG 20 A: Rear window defogger
33. ECU −B 15 A: Power tilt and telescopic
steering system, daytime running light
system, theft deterrent system
34. TAIL 15 A: Tail lights, license plate
lights, parking lights, instrument panel
lights
35. AHC −B 15 A: No circuit
36. OBD 10 A: On−board diagnosis system
37. RR HTR 10 A: Air conditioning system 38. ECU
−IG 15 A: Anti−lock brake system,
shift lock system, power seats, power
antenna, power tilt and telescopic
steering system
39. PWR OUTLET 15 A: Power outlets
Fuses (type B)
40. ABS NO.1 50 A: Anti
−lock brake sys-
tem
41. AHC 50 A: No circuit
42. ACC 50 A: All components in ”PWR
OUTLET” fuse
43. ABS NO.2 40 A: Anti−lock brake sys-
tem
44. STARTER 30 A: Starting system
45. POWER 40 A: Power door lock control
system, power wi ndows, electric moon
roof, power seat, power tilt and tele-
scopic steering system
Fuses (type C)
46. MAIN 100 A: No circuit
47. ALT 140 A: All components in ”J/B
NO.2”, ”MIR HTR”, ”AM1 NO.1”, ”ACC”,
”CDS FAN”, ”HTR” and ”ABS NO.1”
fuses
48. J/B NO.2 100 A: All components in
”ECU −B”, ”FR FOG”, ”DEFOG”, ”AHC −
B”, ”TAIL”, ”STOP”, ”DOME”, ”POWER”,
”OBD”, ”RR A.C” and ”RR HTR” fuses