wheel TOYOTA LAND CRUISER 2008 J200 Manual PDF

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2−5. Driving information
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When driving
Dinghy towing
NOTICE
nTo avoid serious damage to your vehicle
Do not tow your vehicle with four wheels on the ground.
Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels
on the ground) behind a motor home.

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3−2. Using the audio system
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Interior features
Using the steering switches
Turning on the power
Press when the audio system is turned off.
The audio system can be turned off by holding the switch down until you
hear a beep.
Changing the audio source
Press when the audio system is turned on. The audio source
changes as follows each time the button is pressed. If a cassette tape
or CD is not inserted,
that mode will be skipped.
FM (1, 2)
CD player AUX
AM
Some audio features can be contro lled using the switches on the
steering wheel.
Vo l u m e
Radio: Select radio stations
CD: Select tracks, files,
discs and folders
Power on, select audio
source
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Adjusting the volume
Press “+” on to increase the volume and “−” to decrease the
volume.
Hold down the button to continue increasing or decreasing the volume.
Selecting a radio station
Press to select the radio mode.
Press “ ” or “ ” on to select a radio station.
To scan for receivable stations, press and hold the switch until you
hear a beep.
To step up or down the frequency, press and hold the switch ever
after you hear a beep.
Selecting a track/file
Press to select the cassette mode, CD or DVD mode.
Press “ ” or “
” on to select the desired track/file.
Selecting a disc in the CD player
Press to select the CD mode.
Press and hold “ ” or “
” on until you hear a beep.
CAUTION
nTo reduce the risk of an accident
Exercise care when operating the audio switches on the steering wheel.
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4−1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
nAutomatic car washes
lFold the mirrors back and retract the antenna before washing the vehicle.
lBrushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface
and harm your vehicle’s paint.
nHigh pressure car washes
lDo not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity
of the windows.
lBefore car wash, check that the fuel filler door is closed.
nAluminum wheels
Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use hard
brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical cleaners.
Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
nBumpers and side moldings
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners. Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime
condition.
lWorking from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any
dirt and dust.
Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a cham−
ois.
lFor hard−to−remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thor−
oughly with water.
lWipe away any water.
l
Wax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehi−
cle body is cool.

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Vehicle interior
Items Check points
Accelerator pedalMoves smoothly (without uneven
pedal effort or catching)?
Automatic transmission “Park”
mechanismCan the vehicle be hold securely
on an incline with the shift lever in
“P”?
Brake pedalMoves smoothly?
Does it have appropriate clear−
ance and correct amount of free
play?
BrakesPulls to one side when applied?
Loss of brake effectiveness?
Spongy feeling brake pedal?
Pedal almost touches floor?
Head restraintsMove smoothly and lock
securely?
Indicators/buzzersFunction properly?
LightsDo all the lights come on?
Headlights aimed correctly?
Parking brakeMoves smoothly?
Can hold the vehicle securely on
an incline?
Seat beltsDoes the seat belt system oper−
ate smoothly?
Are the belts undamaged?
SeatsDo the seat controls operate
properly?
Steering wheel
Moves smoothly?
Has correct free play?
No strange noises?

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Maintenance and care
Vehicle exterior
Items Check points
DoorsOperate smoothly?
Engine hoodThe lock system works properly?
Fluid leaksIs there any leakage after park−
ing?
Ti reInflation pressure is correct?
Tire surfaces not worn or dam−
aged?
Tires rotated according to the
maintenance schedule?
Wheel nuts are not loose?
CAUTION
nIf the engine is running
Turn off the engine and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before per−
forming maintenance checks.

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Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters
When replacing tires or wheels, tire pressure warning valves and
transmitters must also be installed.
When new tire pressure warning valves and transmitters are
installed, new tire pressure warn ing valve and transmitter ID codes
must be registered in the tire pr essure warning computer and tire
pressure warning system must be initialized. Have tire pressure
warning valve and transmitter ID codes registered by your Toyota
dealer. (
P. 393, 395)

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4−3. Do−it−yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Registering ID codes
The tire pressure warning valve and transmitter is equipped with a
unique ID code. When replacing a tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter, it is necessary to regi ster the ID code of tire pressure
warning valve and transmitter. Have the ID code registered by your
Toyota dealer.
n When to replace your vehicle’s tires
Tires should be replaced if:
lYou have tire damage such as cuts, splits, cracks deep enough to
expose the fabric or bulges indicating internal damage
lA tire goes flat repeatedly or c annot be properly repaired due to the
size or location of a cut or other damage
If you are not sure, consult with your Toyota dealer.
n Replacing tires and wheels
If the ID code of the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter is not
registered, the tire pre ssure warning system will not work properly. After
driving for about 20 minutes, the ti
re pressure warning light comes on
after blinking for 1 minute to indicate a system malfunction.
n Tire life
Any tire over 6 years old must be checked by a qualified technician even
if they have seldom or never been used or damage is not obvious.
n If the treadwears down below 0.16 in. (4 mm) on snow tires
The effectiveness of snow tires is lost.

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nMaximum load of tire
Check that the maximum load of the re
placed tire is greater than 1/2 of
the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR) of either the front axle or the
rear axle, whichever is greater.
As for the maximum load of the tire, see the load limit at maximum cold
tire inflation pressure mentioned on the sidewall of the tire, and as for the
Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR)
, see the Certification Label. ( P.
401, 507).
nTire types
1 Summer tires
Summer tires are high−speed performance tires best suited to highway
driving under dry conditions. Sinc
e summer tires do not have the same
traction performance as snow tire s, summer tires are inadequate for
driving on snow−covered or icy roads. For driving on snow−covered
roads or icy roads, the use of
snow tires is recommended. When
installing snow tires, be sure to replace all four tires.
2 All season tires
All season tires are designed to prov ide better traction in snow and to
be adequate for driving in most winter conditions, as well as for use
year round. All season tires, however, do not have adequate traction
performance compared with snow tires in heavy or loose snow. Also,
all season tires fall short in acceleration and handling performance
compared with summer tires in highway driving.
3Snow tires
For driving on snow−covered roads or icy roads, we recommend using
snow tires. If you need snow tires,
select tires of the same size, con−
struction and load capacity as the or iginally installed tires. Since your
vehicle has radial tires as original equipment, make sure your snow
tires also have radial construction. Do not install studded tires without
first checking local regulations for possible restriction. Snow tires
should be installed on all wheels. (
P. 222)

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4−3. Do−it−yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
CAUTION
n Tire pressure warning system operation
The tire pressure warning system may not provide warning immediately
if a tire bursts or if
sudden air leakage occurs.
n When inspecting or replacing tires
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents. Failure to do so
may cause damage to parts of the drive train, as well as dangerous han−
dling characteristics, which may le
ad to fatal or injury accidents.
lDo not mix tires of different makes, models, tread patterns or tread−
wear.
lDo not use tire sizes other than those recommended by Toyota.
lDo not mix radial, bias−belted, or bias−ply tires.
lDo not mix summer, all season and winter tires.
lDo not use tire that have been used on another vehicle.
Do not use tires if you do not know they were used previously.
n When initializing the tire pressure warning system
Do not press the tire pressure warning reset switch without first adjusting
the tire inflation pressure to the spec
ified level. Otherwise, the tire pres−
sure warning light may not come on ev en if the tire inflation pressure is
low, or it may come on when the tire
inflation pressure is actually normal.
NOTICE
n Repairing or replacing tires, wheels and tire pressure warning
valves and transmitters
When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter, contact your Toyota dealer as the tire pressure
warning valve and transmitter may be damaged if not handled correctly.
n To avoid damaging the tire pressure warning valves and transmit
ters
Do not use liquid sealants on flat tires.