tires TOYOTA LAND CRUISER 2008 J200 Owners 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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Tires
lRotation
lReplacement
lInflation pressure
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Information
P. 391
P. 463
P. 401
P. 507
Rear window defoggerP. 256
Rear window wiperP. 176
Tail lightsP. 170
Side doorP. 43
Rear turn signal lightsP. 158
License plate lightsP. 170
Roof luggage carrier P. 214
Back doorP. 48
: If equipped
Fuel filler doorP. 89

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2−1. Driving procedures
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When driving
nDriving in the rain
lDrive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the
windows may become fogged−up, and the road will be slippery.
lDrive carefully when it starts to rain, because the road surface will be
especially slippery.
lRefrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain,
because there may be a layer of water between the tires and the road
surface, preventing the steering and brakes from operating properly.
nBreaking in your new Toyota
To extend the life of the vehicle, the following precautions are recommended
to observe:
lFor the first 200 miles (300 km):
Avoid sudden stops.
lFor the first 500 miles (800 km):
Do not tow a trailer.
lFor the first 1000 miles (1600 km):
Do not drive at extremely high speeds.
Avoid sudden acceleration.
Do not drive continuously in the low gears.
Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods.
nDrumindisc type parking brake system
Your vehicle has a drum−in−disc type parking brake system.
This type of brake system needs bedding−down of the brake shoes periodi−
cally or whenever the parking brake shoes and/or drums are replaced.
Have your Toyota dealer perform the bedding−down.
nOperating your vehicle in a foreign country
Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability
of the correct fuel. ( P. 496)

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When driving
CAUTION
lDo not under any circumstances shift the shift lever to “P” or “R” while the
vehicle is moving.
Doing so can cause significant damage to the transmission and may result
in a loss of vehicle control.
lDo not shift the shift lever to “N” while the vehicle is moving.
Doing so may cause the engine brake not to operate properly and lead to
an accident.
lDo not turn the engine off while driving.
The power steering and brake actuator
will not operate properly if the
engine is not running.
lUse engine braking (downshift) to maintain a safe speed when driving
down a steep hill.
Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose
effectiveness. ( P. 154)
lWhen stopped on an inclined surface, use the brake pedal and parking
brake to prevent the vehicle from rolling backward or forward and causing
an accident.
lDo not adjust the position of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or
outside rear view mirrors while driving.
Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control that can cause accidents
that may result in death or serious injury.
lAlways check that all passengers’ arms, heads or other parts of their bod−
ies are not outside the vehicle, as this may result in death or serious injury.
l
Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the legal speed limit per−
mits it, do not drive over 85 mph (140 km/h) unless your vehicle has high−
speed capability tires. Driving over 85 mph (140 km/h) may result in tire
failure, loss of control and possible injury. Be sure to consult a tire dealer
to determine whether the tires on your vehicle are high−speed capability
tires or not before driving at such speeds.

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2−4. Using other driving systems
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When driving
CAUTION
nWhen the VSC is activated
The slip indicator light flashes and a warning buzzer sounds. Always drive
carefully.
Reckless driving may cause an accident. Exercise particular care when the
indicator light flashes and a buzzer sounds.
nReplacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the
same size, brand, tread pattern and total
load capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the speci−
fied tire pressure level.
The Multi Terrain ABS and VSC will not function correctly if different tires are
fitted on the vehicle.
Contact your Toyota dealer for further information when replacing tires or
wheels.
NOTICE
nKDSS
In the following situations, there is the possibility that a system malfunction
has occurred, and drive comfort and the vehicle’s ability to travel on poor
road surfaces may be reduced. Take the vehicle to your Toyota dealer imme−
diately.
lWhen turning a corner, the vehicle’s body seems to roll further than nor−
mal.
l
If after the vehicle has been left in a slanted position for a long time, for
example with the wheels of one side parked on a curb, the vehicle does
not return to level when driving (the vehicle remains slanted to one side
after returning the vehicle to level ground).

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2−5. Driving information
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
nPrewinter preparations
lUse fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem−
peratures.
Engine oil
Engine coolant
Washer fluid
l
Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav−
ity of battery electrolyte.
lHave the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the rear tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.

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Selection tire chains
Use the correct tire chain size when mounting the snow chains.
Chain size is regulated for each tire size.
Side chain
(0.20 in. [5 mm] in diameter)
Cross chain
(0.25 in. [6.3 mm] in diameter)
Regulations on the use of tire chains
lRegulations regarding the use of tire chains vary according to loca−
tion and type of road. Always check local regulations before install−
ing chains.
l
Retighten the chains after driving 1/4 − 1/2 mile (0.5 − 1.0 km).
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nTire chains
Observe the following precautions when installing and removing chains.
lInstall and remove tire chains in a safe location.
lInstall tire chains on the rear tires.
lInstall tire chains following the instructions provided in the accompanying
manual.

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2−5. Driving information
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When driving
CAUTION
nDriving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing to do so may result in a loss of vehicle control and cause death or
serious injury.
lUse tires of the size specified for your vehicle.
lMaintain the recommended level of tire inflation pressure.
lDo not drive in excess of 75 mph (120 km/h), regardless of the type of
snow tires being used.
lSnow tires should be installed on all wheels.
nDriving with tire chains
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely,
and may cause death or serious injury.
lDo not drive in excess of the speed limit specified for the tire chains being
used, or 30 mph (50 km/h), whichever is lower.
lAvoid driving on bumpy road surfaces or over potholes.
lAvoid sudden turns and braking, as use of chains may adversely affect
vehicle handling.
l
Slow down sufficiently before entering a curve to ensure that vehicle con−
trol is maintained.

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NOTICE
n Repairing or replacing snow tires
Request repairs of and obtain replac ement snow tires from Toyota deal−
ers or legitimate tire retailers.
This is because the removal and atta
chment of snow tires affects the
operation of the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.
n Fitting tire chains
The tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not function cor−
rectly when tire chains are fitted.

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nBefore towing
Check that the following conditions are met:
lThe vehicle’s tires are properly inflated.
lTrailer tires are inflated according to the trailer manufacturer ’s recom−
mendation.
lAll trailer lights work.
lAll lights work each time you connect them.
lThe trailer ball is set up at the proper height for the coupler on the trailer.
lThe vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer is hitched.
Do not drive if the vehicle is not level, and check for improper tongue
load, overloading, worn suspension, or other possible causes.
lThe trailer cargo is securely loaded.
lThe rear view mirrors conform to all applicable federal, state/provincial or
local regulations. If they do not, install rear view mirrors appropriate for
towing purposes.
nBreakin schedule
Toyota recommends that you do not use a new vehicle or a vehicle with any
new power train components (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bear−
ings, etc.) to tow a trailer for the first 500 miles (800 km) of driving.
nMaintenance
lIf you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance
due to the additional load. (See “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or
“Owner ’s Manual Supplement”.)
lRetighten the fixing bolts of the towing ball after approximately 600 miles
(1000 km) of trailer towing.