do it yourself TOYOTA LAND CRUISER 2008 J200 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe−driving information.
3Interior
featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in−
terior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do−it−
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For U.S.
ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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Cup holders ...................... 333
Bottle holders ................... 334
Card holders and
auxiliary box ..................... 336
36. Other interior features ..... 337
Sun visors .......................... 337
Vanity mirror ....................... 338
Clock .................................. 339
Outside temperature
display .............................. 340
Ashtrays ............................. 341
Cigarette lighter .................. 343
Power outlets ..................... 344
Seat heaters ....................... 346
Armrest ............................... 348
Floor mats .......................... 349
Luggage compartment
features ............................ 350
Garage door opener ........... 352
41. Maintenance and care ...... 360
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ........... 360
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ............ 36242. Maintenance ...................... 365
Maintenance
requirements .................... 365
General maintenance ......... 367
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 370
43. Doityourself
maintenance ................... 371
Do−it−yourself service
precautions ....................... 371
Hood ................................... 374
Engine compartment .......... 375
Tires .................................... 391
Tire inflation pressure ......... 401
Wheels ................................ 405
Air conditioning filter ........... 407
Electronic key battery ......... 410
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................. 413
Light bulbs .......................... 426
51. Essential information ....... 440
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................ 440
If you think something is
wrong ................................ 445
Fuel pump shut off
system .............................. 446
Event data recorder ............ 447
4Maintenance and care
5When trouble arises

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Symbols used throughout this manual
Cautions & Notices
Safety symbol
CAUTION
This is a warning against anything which may cause injury to people if the
warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in
order to reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others.
NOTICE
This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or
its equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must
or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Toyota
and its equipment.
Throughout this manual, you will also see the symbol of a cir−
cle with a slash through it. This means “Do not”, “Do not do
this”, or “Do not let this happen”.

110 1−7. Safety information
CAUTION
nSRS airbag precautions
Observe the following precautions regarding the airbags.
Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury.
lThe driver and all passengers in the vehicle must wear their seat belts
properly.
The SRS airbags are supplemental devices to be used with the seat belts.
lThe SRS driver airbag deploys with considerable force, and can cause
death or serious injury especially if the driver is very close to the airbag.
The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (“NHTSA”) advises:
Since the risk zone for driver airbag is the first 2 − 3 in. (50 − 75 mm) of
inflation, placing yourself 10 in. (250 mm) from your driver airbag provides
you with a clear margin of safety. This distance is measured from the cen−
ter of the steering wheel to your breastbone. If you sit less than 10 in. (250
mm) away now, you can change your driving position in several ways:
Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the
pedals comfortably.
Slightly recline the back of the seat.
Although vehicle designs vary, many drivers can achieve the 10 in.
(250 mm) distance, even with the driver seat all the way forward, sim−
ply by reclining the back of the seat somewhat. If reclining the back of
your seat makes it hard to see the road, raise yourself by using a firm,
non−slippery cushion, or raise the seat if your vehicle has that feature.
If your steering wheel is adjustable, tilt it downward. This points the air−
bag toward your chest instead of your head and neck.
The seat should be adjusted as recommended by NHTSA above, while still
maintaining control of the foot pedals, steering wheel, and your view of the
instrument panel controls.

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3−2. Using the audio system
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Interior features
nUsing cellular phones
Interference may be heard through the audio system’s speakers if a cellular
phone is being used inside or close to the vehicle while the audio system is
operating.
CAUTION
nFor vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
lPart 15 of the FCC Rules
FCC Warning:
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment will void the
user ’s authority to operate this device.
lLaser products
Do not take this unit apart or attempt to make any changes yourself.
This is an intricate unit that uses a laser pickup to retrieve information
from the surface of compact discs. The laser is carefully shielded so
that its rays remain inside the cabinet. Therefore, never try to disas−
semble the player or alter any of its parts since you may be exposed to
laser rays and dangerous voltages.
This product utilizes a laser.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other
than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation expo−
sure.
NOTICE
nTo prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the audio system on longer than necessary with the engine off.
n
To avoid damaging the audio system
Take care not to spill drinks or other fluids over the audio system.

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Maintenance and care
4−2. Maintenance
Maintenance requirements
nRepair and replacement
It is recommended that genuine Toyota parts be used for repair to ensure
performance of each system. If non−Toyota parts are used in replacement or
if a repair shop other than a Toyota dealer performs repairs, confirm the war−
ranty coverage. To ensure safe and economical driv ing, daytoday care and regular
maintenance is essential. Toyota
recommends the following mainte
nance.
nGeneral maintenance
Should be performed on a daily basis. This can be done by your−
self or by a Toyota dealer.
n
Scheduled maintenance
Should be performed at specified intervals according to the
maintenance schedule.
For details about maintenance items and schedules, read the “Sched−
uled Maintenance Guide”, “Owner ’s Manual Supplement”.
nDoityourself maintenance
You can perform some maintenance procedures yourself.
Please be aware that do−it−yourself maintenance may affect war−
ranty coverage.
The use of Toyota service and repair manuals is recommended.
For details about warranty coverage, see the “Owner ’s Warranty Infor−
mation Booklet”, “Owner ’s Manual Supplement”.

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Maintenance and care
4−3. Do−it−yourself maintenance
Do−it−yourself ser vice precautions
If you perform maintenance yourself, be sure to follow the correct
procedure given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
Battery condition (
P. 3 8 7)Warm water
Baking soda
Grease
Conventional wrench
(for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level (
P. 384)FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE
J1703 brake fluid
Rag or paper towel
Funnel (used only for adding
brake fluid)
Engine coolant level (
P. 382)“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
or similar high quality ethylene
glycol based non−silicate, non−
amine, non−nitrite and non−borate
coolant with long−life hybrid
organic acid technology.
“Toyota Super Long Life Cool−
ant” is pre−mixed with 50% cool−
ant and 50% deionized water.
Funnel (used only for adding cool−
ant)
Engine oil level (
P. 377)“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
Rag or paper towel
Funnel (used only for adding
engine oil)
Fuses (
P. 413)Fuse with same amperage ratingas original

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ItemsParts and tools
Power steering fluid (
P. 386)Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON
®II or III
Rag or paper towel
Funnel (used only for adding
power steering fluid)
Radiator and condenser (P. 383)
Tire inflation pressure (P. 401)Tire pressure gauge
Compressed air source
Washer fluid (P. 390)Water
Washer fluid containing antifreeze
(for winter use)
Funnel (used only for adding
washer fluid)

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4−3. Do−it−yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may
move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death
or serious injury.
nWhen working on the engine compartment
lKeep hands, clothing, and tools away from the moving fan and engine
drive belt.
lBe careful not to touch the engine, inverter, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc.
right after driving as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
lDo not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper or rags, in the
engine compartment.
lDo not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the bat−
tery. Fuel and battery fumes are flammable.
lBe extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous
and corrosive sulfuric acid.
nWhen working near the electric cooling fan or radiator grille
Be sure the ignition is off. With the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in IGNI−
TION ON mode, the electric cooling fan may automatically start to run if the
air conditioning is on and/or if the coolant temperature is high.
(P. 383)
nWhen working on or under the vehicle
lDo not get under the vehicle with just the jack supporting it.
Always use automotive jack stands or other solid supports.
lUse eye protection to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from
getting in your eyes.
NOTICE
nIf you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear
due to dirt in the air. Also a backfire could cause a fire in the engine compart−
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4−3. Do−it−yourself maintenance
Hood
CAUTION
nPredriving check
Check that the hood is fully closed and locked.
If the hood is not locked properly it may open while the vehicle is in motion
and cause an accident, which may result in death or serious injury.
Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood.
Pull the hood release lever.
The hood will pop up slightly.
Lift the hood catch and lift the
hood.
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