TOYOTA LAND CRUISER 2008 J200 Owners Manual

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CAUTION
nFront passenger occupant classification system precautions
lIf an adult sits in the front passenger seat, the AIR BAG ON indicator light
is illuminated. If the AIR BAG OFF indicator is illuminated, ask the passen−
ger to sit up straight, well back in the seat, feet on the floor, and with the
seat belt worn correctly. If the AIR BAG OFF indicator still remain illumi−
nated, either ask the passenger to move to the second seat, or if that is not
possible, move the front passenger seat fully rearward.
lWhen it is unavoidable to install the forward−facing child restraint system
on the front passenger seat, install the child restraint system on the front
passenger seat in the proper order. (
P. 127)
lDo not modify or remove the front seat.
lDo not kick the front passenger seat or subject it to severe impact. Other−
wise, the SRS warning light may come on to indicate a malfunction in the
detection system. In this case, contact your Toyota dealer immediately.
lDo not use a seat accessory, such as a cushion or seat cover, that covers
the seat cushion surface.
l
Child restraint systems installed on the second seat should not contact the
front seat backs.

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Before driving
Child restraint systems
Points to remember
Studies have shown that installing a child restraint on a rear seat is
much safer than installing one
to the front passenger seat.
lChoose a child restraint system appropriate to the age and size of
the child.
lFor installation details, follow the instructions provided with the
child restraint system.
General installation instructions are provided in this manual.
(
P. 127)
A child restraint system for a small child or baby must itself be prop
erly restrained on the seat with
the lap portion of the lap/shoulder
belt.
The laws of all 50 states of the U. S.A. now require the use of child
restraint systems.

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Types of child restraints
Child restraint systems are clas sified into the following 3 types
according to the age and size of the child.
Infant seat
Convertible seat
Booster seat

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Before driving
nWhen installing the child restraint system on the front passenger seat
nWhen the child restraint system is not in use
Leave the child restraint system properly secured on the seat. Do not store
the restraint loosely on a passenger seat or in the luggage compartment.
nSelecting an appropriate child restraint system
Get an appropriate child restraint system for the child. If a child is too large
for a child restraint system, sit the child on a rear seat and use the vehicle’s
seat belt. (
P. 69)
CAUTION
nUsing a child restraint system
The use of a child restraint system not suitable for the vehicle may not prop−
erly secure the infant or child, resulting in serious injury or even death.
When you have to use a child restraint
system on the front passenger seat,
adjust the following:
lThe seatback to the most upright posi−
tion
lThe seat cushion to the fully rearward
and highest position
lThe seat belt height to the lowest posi−
tion
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CAUTION
nChild restraint precautions
lFor effective protection in automobile accidents and sudden stops, a child
must be properly restrained, using a seat belt or child restraint system
depending on the age and size of the child. Holding a child in your arms is
not a substitute for a child restraint system. In an accident, the child can be
crushed against the windshield, or between you and the vehicle’s interior.
lToyota strongly urges the use of a proper child restraint system that con−
forms to the size of the child, installed on the rear seat. According to acci−
dent statistics, the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat
than in the front seat.
lNever install a rear−facing child restraint system on the front passenger
seat even if the AIR BAG OFF indicator light illuminates. In the event of an
accident, the force of the rapid inflation of the front passenger airbag can
cause death or serious injury to the child if the rear−facing child restraint
system is installed on the front passenger seat.
lA forward−facing child restraint system should allowed to be installed on
the front passenger seat only when it is unavoidable. Always move the
seat as far back as possible even if the AIR BAG OFF indicator light illumi−
nates, because the front passenger airbag could inflate with considerable
speed and force. Otherwise, the child may be killed or seriously injured.
lDo not use the seat belt extender when installing a child restraint system
on the front or rear passenger seat. If installing a child restraint system
with the seat belt extender connected to the seat belt, the seat belt will not
securely hold the child restraint system, which could cause death or seri−
ous injury to the child or other passengers in the event of collision.
lDo not allow the child to lean his/her head or any part of his/her body
against the door or the area of the seat, front pillar or roof side rail from
which the side airbags or curtain shield airbags deploy even if the child is
seated in the child restraint system. It is dangerous if the side airbags and
curtain shield airbags inflate, and the impact could cause death or serious
injury to the child.
l
Make sure you have complied with all installation instructions provided by
the child restraint manufacturer and that the system is properly secured. If
it is not secured properly, it may cause death or serious injury to the child
in the event of a sudden stop or accident.

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Before driving
Installing child restraints
Follow the child restraint system manufacturer ’s instructions. Firmly
secure the child restraints using th
e seat belt or a child restraint
lower anchor belt. Attach the to p strap when installing a child
restraint.
Seat belts equipped with a
child restraint locking mecha−
nism (ALR/ELR belts except
driver ’s seat belt) ( P. 69)
Child restraint lower anchors
Lower anchors are provided for
the outside second seat. (But−
tons displaying the location of
the anchors are attached to the
seats.)
Anchor bracket (for top strap)
Anchor brackets are provided
for all second seats.

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Installing child restraints using a seat belt (child restraint lock
function belt)
nRearfacing child restraint system Infant seat/convertible
seat
Fold the seatback while pulling
the seatback angle lever.
Return the seatback and secure
it at the first lock position.
(
P. 53)
Place the infant seat/convertible
seat on the second or third seat
facing the rear of the vehicle.
Run the seat belt through the
infant seat/convertible seat and
insert the plate into the buckle.
Make sure that the belt is not
twisted.
STEP1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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Fully extend the shoulder belt
and then allow it to retract
slightly in order to activate the
ALR lock mode.
Lock mode allows the seat belt to
retract only.
While pushing the infant seat/
convertible seat down into the
seat, allow the shoulder belt to
retract until theinfant seat/con−
vertible seat is securely in place.
After the shoulder belt has
retracted to a point where there is
no slack in the belt, pull the belt to
check that it cannot be extended.
STEP4
STEP 5

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nForwardfacing Convertible seat
Fold the seatback while pulling
the seatback angle lever.
Return the seatback and secure
it at the first lock position.
(
P. 53)
Place the convertible seat on the
seat facing the front of the vehi−
cle.
Run the seat belt through the
convertible seat and insert the
plate into the buckle. Make sure
that the belt is not twisted.
STEP1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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Fully extend the shoulder strap
and then allow it to retract
slightly into the ALR lock mode.
Lock mode allows the seat belt to
retract only.
While pushing the convertible
seat into the seat, allow the
shoulder belt to retract until the
convertible seat is securely in
place.
After the shoulder belt has
retracted to a point where there is
no slack in the belt, pull the belt to
check that it cannot be extended.
STEP4
STEP 5