coolant TOYOTA LAND CRUISER 2012 User Guide

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
Engine compartment
1UR-FE engine
Engine oil level dipstick
(P. 505)
Engine coolant reservoir
(P. 509)
Cooling fans
Engine oil filler cap
(P. 506)Fuse box (P. 531)
Washer fluid tank (P. 515)
Battery (P. 5 11 )
Condenser (P. 5 11 )
Radiator (P. 5 11 )

503 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
1VD-FTV engine
Engine coolant reservoir
(P. 509)
Engine oil level dipstick
(P. 505)
Engine oil filler cap
(P. 506)
Intercooler (P. 5 11 )Cooling fans
Fuel filter (P. 637)
Fuse box (P. 531)
Washer fluid tank (P. 515)
Battery (P. 5 11 )
Condenser (P. 5 11 )
Radiator (P. 5 11 )

509 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
Engine coolant
Gasoline engine
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “F” and “L” lines on
the reservoir when the engine is cold.
Reservoir cap
“F”
“L”
If the level is on or below the “L”
line, add coolant up to the “F” line.
Diesel engine
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” and “LOW”
lines on the reservoir when the engine is cold.
Reservoir cap
“FULL”
“LOW”
If the level is on or below the
“LOW” line, add coolant up to the
“FULL” line.

510 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
If the coolant level drops within a short time after replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, reservoir cap, radiator cap, drain cock
and water pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional, test the cap and check for
leaks in the cooling system.
Coolant selection
Only use “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 Coolant” is a mixture of 50 % coolant and 50 %
deionized water. (Enabled: -35C [-31F])
For more details about engine coolant, contact any authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
CAUTION
When the engine is hot
Do not remove the coolant reservoir cap.
The cooling system may be under pressure and may spray hot coolant if the
cap is removed, causing serious injuries, such as burns.
NOTICE
When adding engine coolant
Coolant is neither plain water nor straight antifreeze. The correct mixture of
water and antifreeze must be used to provide proper lubrication, corrosion
protection and cooling. Be sure to read the antifreeze or coolant label.
If you spill coolant
Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent damage to parts or paint.

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5-1. Essential information
When trouble arises
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional, as
soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points
higher than normal
Engine oil pressure gauge continually points lower than nor-
mal.
Voltmeter continually points higher or lower than normal.
Audible symptoms
Changes in exhaust sound
Excessive tire squeal when cornering
Strange noises related to the suspension system
Pinging or other noises related to the engine
Operational symptoms
Engine missing, stumbling or running rough
Appreciable loss of power
Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost
touches the floor

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
If your vehicle overheats
If your engine overheats:
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condi-
tioning system.
Check to see if steam is coming out from under the hood.
If you see steam:
Stop the engine. Carefully lift the hood after the steam
subsides and then restart the engine.
If you do not see steam:
Leave the engine running and carefully lift the hood.
Check to see if the cooling fan is operating.
If the fan is operating:
Wait until the engine coolant temperature gauge begins
to fall and then stop the engine.
If the fan is not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and call any authorized
Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
After the engine has cooled
down sufficiently, check the
engine coolant level and
inspect the radiator core (radi-
ator) for any leaks.
If the engine compartment
cover needs to be removed:
P. 504
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4

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635 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
Overheating
If you observe the following, your vehicle may be overheating.
The engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone or a loss of
power is experienced.
Steam is coming from under the hood.
Add engine coolant if neces-
sary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if engine coolant is
unavailable.
(P. 654)
Have the vehicle checked at the nearest authorized Toyota dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional as
soon as possible.
STEP5

636 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
CAUTION
To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of
your vehicle
If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the hood until
the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot, caus-
ing serious injury such as burns.
Keep hands and clothing away from the fan and other belts while the
engine is running.
Do not loosen the radiator cap or the coolant reservoir cap while the
engine and radiator are hot.
Serious injury, such as burns, may result from hot coolant and steam
released under pressure.
NOTICE
When adding engine coolant
Wait until the engine has cooled down before adding engine coolant.
When adding coolant, do so slowly. Adding cool coolant to a hot engine too
quickly can cause damage to the engine.

654 6-1. Specifications
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
Cooling system
Capacity (Reference)
1UR-FE engineWith rear heater
17.0 L (18.0 qt., 15 Imp.qt.)
Without rear heater
14.2 L (15.0 qt., 12.5 Imp.qt.)
1VD-FTV
engine
With power
heaterWith rear heater
18.0 L (19.0 qt., 15.8 Imp.qt.)
Without rear heater
15.2 L (16.1 qt., 13.4 Imp.qt.)
Without power
heaterWith rear heater
17.6 L (18.6 qt., 15.5 Imp.qt.)
Without rear heater
14.8 L (15.6 qt., 13.0 Imp.qt.)
Coolant typeUse either of the following.
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based
non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and
non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.

681 Alphabetical index
L/C200_EE (OM60G38E)
Eco driving ............................... 181
Electronic key
If your electronic key battery is
discharged .......................... 627
Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 564
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................. 627
If the engine will not start ...... 623
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................... 625
If the vehicle has discharged
battery................................. 630
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 573
If the warning light turns on ... 573
If the warning message is
displayed ............................ 579
If you have a flat tire ..... 596, 610
If you lose your keys ............. 626
If you think something is
wrong .................................. 571
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls.................. 637
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 638
If your vehicle has
to be stopped
in an emergency ................. 640
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 565
If your vehicle overheats ....... 634Engine
Compartment ........................ 502
Engine switch........................ 191
Hood ..................................... 501
How to start the
engine................................. 190
Identification number ............ 645
If the engine will not start ...... 623
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls ................. 637
Ignition switch ....................... 191
Overheating .......................... 634
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................ 654
Checking ............................... 509
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 319
Engine coolant temperature
gauge...................................... 203
Engine immobilizer system .... 120
Engine oil
Capacity ................................ 649
Checking ............................... 505
Preparing and checking
before winter....................... 319
Engine switch .......................... 190E
*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the
“Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.