1997 Toyota Land Cruiser Owners Manual
1997 Toyota Land Cruiser Manual
1997 Toyota Land Cruiser manual content summary:
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are proud of the advanced engineering and quality construction of each vehicle we build. This Owner's Manual explains the features of your new Toyota. Please read it and follow the instructions carefully so that you can enjoy many years of safe motoring. When it comes to service, remember that your - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 2
Guide", "Owner's Manual Supplement" or "Warranty Booklet". Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota A wide variety of non genuine spare parts and accessories governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 3
system, antilock brake system and SRS airbag system, be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation. On-pavement and off-road driving tips This vehicle will handle and manuever differently from an ordinary passenger car because it - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 4
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engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recommended. See page 186 for detailed information. Automatic transmission fluid: Tire information: See pages 189 through 192. Tire pressure: See page 207. Automatic transmission fluid D- II or DEXRON ® III (DEXRON® II) Publication No. OM60708U Part - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 6
Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Chapter 1-1 Overview of instruments and controls S Instrument panel overview S Instrument cluster overview S Indicator symbols on the instrument panel 1 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 7
Instrument panel overview 2 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 8
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Instrument cluster overview 4 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 10
indicator light Automatic transmission second start indicator light Center Differential lock indicator light Front Differential lock indicator light Rear Differential lock indicator light Anti-lock brake system warning light *1 Open door warning light *1 Unengaged "Park"warning light *1 Automatic - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 11
Cruise control indicator light*3 Automatic transmission indicator lights *1: For details, see "Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers" in Chapter 1-5. *2: If this light flashes, see "Automatic transmission" in Chapter 1-6. *3: If this light flashes, see "Cruise control" in Chapter 1-6. 6 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 12
Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Chapter 1-2 Keys and Doors S S S S S S S S Keys Side doors Power windows Side windows Back door Hood Fuel tank cap Electric moon roof Keys The master key works in every lock. The subkey will not work in the glovebox. To protect things locked in the - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 13
in the vehicle. On vehicles with a power door lock switch, the front doors cannot be locked if you leave the key in the ignition switch. LOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH To lock all the side doors and back door simultaneously, push the switch on the "DOOR LOCK" side. Pushing on the opposite side - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 14
the proper use of seat belts, locking the doors helps prevent the driver and passengers from being thrown out from the vehicle during an accident. It also helps prevent the doors from being opened unintentionally. REAR DOOR CHILD-PROTECTORS Move the lock lever to the "LOCK" position as shown on the - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 15
" position. OPERATING THE DRIVER'S WINDOW Use the switch on the driver's door. Normal operation: The window moves as long as you hold the switch. To open: Lightly push down the switch. To close: Pull up the switch. Automatic operation (to open only): Push the switch completely down and then release - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 16
the switch. If you push in the "window lock" switch on the driver's door, the passengers' windows cannot be operated. ! CAUTION To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following. S Always make sure the head, hands and other parts of the body of all occupants are kept completely inside the - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 17
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your keys in the vehicle. On switches with a power door lock switch, the back door lock will be controlled with the power door lock switch. (For instructions, see "Side doors" in this chapter.) BACK DOOR CHILD-PROTECTOR Move the lock lever to the "LOCK" position as shown on the label. This feature - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 19
1. To open the fuel filler door, pull the lever up. ! CAUTION S Do not smoke, cause sparks or allow open flames when refuelling. The fumes are flammable. S When opening the cap, do not remove the cap quickly. In hot weather, fuel under pressure could cause injury by spraying out of the filler neck - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 20
rear end of the manually. However, if you open the moon roof, the sun shade will be opened together with the moon roof. S Make sure the cap is tightened securely to prevent fuel spillage in case of an accident. S Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap for replacement. It has a built in check valve - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 21
While the vehicle is moving, always keep the head, hands and other parts of the body of all occupants away from the roof opening. Otherwise, you could be . S Always make sure nobody places his/her head, hands and other parts of the body in the roof opening before you close the roof. If someone's neck - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 22
Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Chapter 1-3 Seats, Seat belts, Steering wheel and Mirrors Seats Front seats Rear seats Head restraints Seat belts locked in position. S After adjusting the seatback, exert body pressure to make sure it is locked event of emergency braking or a collision. - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 23
to the desired position with slight body pressure and release the lever. ADJUSTING SEATBACK ANGLE Lean forward and pull the lock release lever. Then lean back and well back in the seats. If you are reclined, the lap belt may slide past your hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen. - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 24
SUPPORT Releasing the switch will stop the move in that position. ADJUSTING DRIVER'S SEAT SIDE SUPPORT use. Make sure the seat is securely locked by pushing forward and rearward on the Part 2 for precautions to observe in loading luggage. ! CAUTION To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 25
-Folding second seat up (manual type) -Folding second seat up (power type) -Folding second seat for third seat entry (manual type) 20 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 26
-Folding second seat for third seat entry (power type) -Folding third seat up -Removing third seat 21 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 27
of your ears. S After adjusting the head restraint, make sure it is locked in position. S Do not drive with the head restraints removed. Head restraints To raise the head restraint, pull it up. To lower it, press the lock release button and push the head restraint forward, pull on the top. Pulling - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 28
suffer serious injury during emergency braking or a collision. Also do not let the child sit on your lap. It does not provide sufficient restraint. If the shoulder belt falls across the child's neck or face, move the child to the center position and use the center lap belt. Pregnant woman. Toyota - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 29
suffer serious injury during emergency braking or a collision. Also do not let the child sit on your lap. It does not provide sufficient restraint. If the shoulder belt falls across the child's neck or face, move the child to the center position and use the center lap belt. Pregnant woman. Toyota - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 30
. (Refer to the seat adjustment instructions.) S Be careful not to damage the belt webbing or hardware. Take care that they do not get caught or pinched in the seat or doors. S Inspect the belt system periodically. Check for cuts, fraying, and loose parts. Damaged parts should be replaced. Do not - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 31
the center of your shoulder. The belt should be kept away from your neck, but not falling off your shoulder. Failure to do so could reduce the amount of protection in an accident and cause severe injures in a collision. ! CAUTION S After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle are locked - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 32
to a snug fit by pulling the shoulder portion upward through the latch plate. To release the belt, press the bucklerelease button and allow the belt to retract. If the belt does not retract smoothly, pull it out and check for kinks or twists. Then make sure it remains untwisted as it retracts. 26 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 33
when the tab locks into the buckle. If the belt is not long enough for you, hold the tab at a right angle to the belt and pull on the tab. Remove excess length of the belt and adjust the belt position. To shorten the belt, pull the free end of the belt. Position the lap belt as low as - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 34
one originally intended for. ! CAUTION To release the belt, press the bucklerelease button. When using the seat belt extender, observe the following. Failure to follow these instructions could result in less effectiveness of the seat belt restraint system in case of vehicle accident, increasing the - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 35
both facing outward as shown. You will hear a click when the tab locks into the buckle. When releasing the seatbelt, press on the buckle-release button on the extender, not on the seat belt. This helps prevent damage to the vehicle interior and extender itself. When not in use, remove the extender - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 36
means the SRS airbag is operating properly. The SRS airbag warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, inflators, warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. The SRS airbag system is designed to For the safety of all occupants, be sure to always wear seat belts. 30 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 37
, so the airbags must inflate with considerable force. While the system is designed to reduce serious injuries, it may also cause minor burns or abrasions and swellings. Parts of the airbag module (steering wheel hub, dashboard) may be hot for several minutes, but the airbags themselves will not be - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 38
; when sudden braking or a collision occurs, they may be thrown forward. To obtain a maximum protection in an accident, the driver and all passengers in the vehicle should always wear their seat belts when driving because serious injuries can result to unrestrained occupants. For instructions and - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 39
back in the seat, and always use your seat belt. S Do not allow a child to stand up, Use a child restraint system in the rear seat. For instructions concerning the installation of a child restraint system, see "Child modify, remove or open any component or wiring, such as the steering wheel, column - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 40
a grille guard (bull bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow, winches or any other equipment to the front end zRepairs made on or near the front end structure, console, steering column, steering wheel or dashboard near the front passenger airbag. This SRS airbag system has a service reminder indicator - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 41
small child or baby must itself be properly restrained on the seat with either the lap belt or the lap portion of the lap/ shoulder belt. You must carefully consult the manufacturer's instructions which accompany your child restraint system. To provide proper restraint, use a child restraint system - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 42
are classified into the following 3 types depending on the child's age and size. (A) Infant seat (B) Convertible seat (C) Booster seat Install the child restraint system following the instructions provided by its manufacturer. S Never install a rear-facing child restraint system on the front seat - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 43
-Installation with 2-point type seat belt (A)INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION An Infant seat is used in rear-facing only ! CAUTION Do not use a rear-facing child reestraint system in the second (or severe) if it interferes with the lock mechanism of the front (or second) seats. This can cause severe - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 44
locked and that the lap and belt is not twisted. S Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle. S If the seat belt belt is fixed. 1. Run the center lap and shoulder belt through or around the infant seat following the instructions - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 45
remove the infant seat, press the buckle-release button. (B) CONVERTIBLE SEAT INSTALLATION A convertible seats is used in forwardfacing and rear-facing depending on the child's age and size. When installing, follow the manufacturer's instruction about the applicable child's age and size as well as - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 46
with the lock mechanism of the front (or second) seats. This can cause severe injury to the child and passengers sitting in front (or second) seats in case of sudden braking or a collision. 1. Run the center belt through or around the convertible seat following the instructions provided by - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 47
seat cushion and seatback, tighten the lap belt by pulling its free end to hold the convertible seat securely. ! CAUTION Push and pull the child restraint system is different directions to be sure it is secure. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer. 3. To remove the - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 48
-Installation with 3-point type seat belt (A)INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION An infant seat is used in rear- ) seat if the child restraint system interferes with the front (or second) seat lock mechanism or with your proper driving position. This can cause severe injury to the child and front passenger - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 49
or around the infant seat following the instructions provided by its manufacturer and insert the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist the belt. Keep the lap portion of the belt tight. 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it in the lock mode. When the belt is then retracted even slightly - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 50
hold the infant seat securely. ! CAUTION Make sure the seat belt is securely locked. Also make sure the child restraint system is secure by pushing and pulling it in different directions. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer. 4. To remove the infant seat, press - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 51
SEAT INSTALLATION A convertible seat is used in forwardfacing and rear-facing position depending on the child's age and size. When installing, follow the manufacturer's instructions about the applicable child's age and size as well as direction for installing of a child restraint system. ! CAUTION - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 52
with the lock mechanism of the front (or second) seats. This may cause severe injury to the child and passenger sitting in front (or second) seats in case of sudden braking or a collision. 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the convertible seat following the instructions provided by - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 53
retract as far as it will go to hold the convertible seat securely. ! CAUTION Make sure the seat belt is securely locked. Also make sure the child restraint system is secure by pushing and pulling it in different directions. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer. 47 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 54
4. To remove the convertible seat, press the buckle-release button and allow the belt to retract completely. The belt will move freely again and be ready to work for an adult or older child passenger. (C)BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION A booster seat is used in forward- - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 55
on a booster seat. Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the booster seat and child following the instructions provided by its manufacturer and insert the tab into the buckle taking care not to twist the belt. Make sure the shoulder belt is correctly across the child's shoulder and that - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 56
view mirrors- 2. To remove the child restraint system, press the buckle-release button and allow the belt to retract. To change the steering wheel angle, hold the steering wheel, pull up the lock release lever, tilt the steering wheel to the desired angle and release the lever. When the steering - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 57
view mirrors- 2. To remove the child restraint system, press the buckle-release button and allow the belt to retract. To change the steering wheel angle, hold the steering wheel, pull up the lock release lever, tilt the steering wheel to the desired angle and release the lever. When the steering - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 58
place the master switch at "L" (left) or "R" (right" depending on which mirror needs adjusting, then push the control switch in the desired direction. If the engine is not running, the key must be in the "ACC" position. To fold the rear view mirror, push backward. The rear view mirrors can be - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 59
Vanity mirrors To use the vanity mirror, swing down the sun visor and open the cover. The vanity light comes on when you open the cover. 52 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 60
running. To turn the lights on, twist the knob on the end of the lever. FIRST CLICKSTOP: Only the parking, side marker, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights turn on. SECOND CLICKSTOP: The headlights also turn on. The lights automatically turn off when the driver's door is opened with the - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 61
bulb has burned out. To turn on the emergency flashers, push the switch. All the turn signal lights will flash. light switch will not work when the emergency flashers are operating. NOTICE To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the lights on for a long period when the engine - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 62
to the ignition switch, the ignition switch light comes on when the driver's door is opened. The light remains on for a some time after the driver's door is closed. To turn on the interior light, slide the switch. With the switch in the "DOOR" position, the light comes on when any of the side - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 63
light Windshield wipers and washer If the washer does not work, check personal light, push the switch. To turn the wipers on, move the lever. To make the washer squirt, push the button on the end of and "F". Also, the wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washer squirts even with the - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 64
wiper and washer on, twist the knob at the end of the lever. The key must be in the will automatically return from these positions when it is released. If the washer does not work, check to see thin heater wires on the inside of the back window will quickly clear the surface. An indicator light will - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 65
NOTICE zTo prevent the battery from being discharged, turn the switch on when the engine is running. zWhen cleaning the inside of the back window, be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires. 58 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 66
Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Chapter 1-5 Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators S Fuel gauge S Engine coolant temperature gauge S Oil pressure gauge S Voltmeter S Tachometer S Odometer and trip meter S Service or the low fuel level warning light comes on, fill the fuel tank - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 67
stopping after high speed driving. S Idling for a long period with the air conditioning on in stop-and-go traffic. S Towing a trailer. Oil pressure gauge The oil pressure gauge indicates engine oil pressure when the ignition switch is on. Check it while driving to make sure that the needle is in - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 68
Voltmeter NOTICE Do not drive the vehicle with the oil pressure below the normal range until the cause is fixed-it may ruin the engine. Tachometer The voltmeter tells whether the battery is charged or discharged. Check it while the engine is running-the needle should always indicate as shown above - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 69
Odometer and trip meter Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers The odometer record the total distance the vehicle has been driven. The trip meter may be set to zero to - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 70
off the air conditioning, blower, radio, etc., and drive directly to the nearest Toyota dealer or repair shop. NOTICE Do not continue driving if the engine drive belt is broken or loose. (d) Low Oil Pressure Warning Light This light indicates that the engine oil level needs to be checked. If the - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 71
the tank as soon as possible. (g) "ABS" Warning Light This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in your anti-lock brake system. If it comes on while you are driving, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. The light will come on when the ignition key is turned - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 72
with the ignition key in the "ACC" or "LOCK" position. CHECKING SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Open one of the side doors or the back door. The open door warning light should come on. 3. Close the door. The open door warning light should go off. 4. Place the four-wheel - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 73
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CONTROLS- Chapter 1-6 Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake S S S S Ignition switch with steering lock Automatic transmission Four-wheel drive system Front and rear differential lock system S Parking brake S Cruise control Ignition switch with steering lock "LOCK" -Engine is off and the - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 75
Automatic transmission When the cruise control is being used, even if you downshift the transmission by turning off the overdrive switch, engine braking will not be applied because the cruise control is not cancelled. For ways to decrease the vehicle speed, see "Cruise control" in this chapter. 68 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 76
the lock release button depressed). (a) Normal driving 1. Start the engine as instructed in "How to start the engine" in Part 3. The transmission must be in "P" or "N". 2. With your foot holding down the brake pedal, shift the selector lever to "D". In "D" position, the automatic transmission system - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 77
and "L" positions are used for strong engine braking as described previously. With the selector lever in "2" or "L", you can start the vehicle in motion as with the lever in "D". With the selector lever in "2", the vehicle will start in the first gear and automatically shift to the second gear. With - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 78
the brake pedal is depressed, use the shift lock override button. For instructions, see "If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever" in Part 4. (j) If the "O/D OFF" indicator light flasher Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. There may be trouble in the transmission system - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 79
. See "(b) shifting procedure (with anti-lock brake system)" for further instructions. In this position, the anti-lock brake system does not operate. See "Brake system" in Part 2. (b) Shifting procedure To shift between "H" and "L", stop the vehicle, put the transmission into "N" and move the four - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 80
to spin suddenly during acceleration or engine braking. The front and rear differential lock system is provided for use only when center differential locked to see if you can move forward. If this does not work, use the front and rear differential lock system also. To lock the rear differential - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 81
you unlock the center differential. Never forget to turn off the switch after using this feature. To check the indicator bulb, turn the ignition key to the "ON" position, but do not start the engine. ! CAUTION Do not keep driving with the differential lock switch on. The indicator light will blink - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 82
control then downshift the transmission to use engine braking to slow down. TURNING brake. For better holding power, first depress the brake pedal and hold it while setting the parking brake. ! CAUTION Before driving, be sure the parking brake is fully released and the parking brake reminder light - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 83
will also automatically cancel out. If the preset speed automatically cancels out other than for the above cases have your vehicle checked by your automatic transmission, even if you downshift the transmission by turning off the overdrive switch with the cruise control on, engine braking will - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 84
40 km/h (25 mph), the preset speed will not be resumed. CRUISE CONTROL FAILURE WARNING If the "CRUISE" indicator light in the instrument cluster flashes when using the cruise control, there is some trouble in the cruise control system. Contact your Toyota dealer and have your vehicle inspected. 77 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 85
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Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Chapter 1-7 Car audio system and Air conditioning system Car audio system S Reference S Using your audio system: some basics S Using your audio system: controls and features S Car audio system operating hints Car audio system- -Reference Air - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 87
-Using your audio system: some basics This section describes some of the basic features on Toyota audio systems. Some information may not pertain to your system. Your audio system works when the ignition key is in the "ACC" or "ON" position. TURNING THE SYSTEM ON AND OFF Push "PWR⋅VOL" or "PWR/VOL" - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 88
you Toyota through an automatic car wash. To adjust the antenna height, push the switch. Confirm that no one is close enough to get pushed before extending the antenna. Clean the antenna mast periodically with a clean dry cloth. NOTICE Never try to disassemble or oil any part of the compact disc - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 89
Your compact disc player does not need an adaptor to play compact disc singles. Compact disc singles are about 8 cm (3 in.) in diameter-smaller than standard discs. After you eject a compact disc single, do not insert a standard 12 cm (5 in.) disc until "DISC" disappears from the display. NOTICE Do - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 90
-Using your audio system: controls and features " Type 1-1 Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows. 83 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 91
" Type 1-2 Details of specific buttons, controls and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows. 84 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 92
) Push this button to eject a cassette. After you turn the ignition to "LOCK", you will be able to eject a cassette but you will not be able to the current casette side. After the beginning or end of the tape is reached, the player will automatically reverse sides and rewind or fast forward the - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 93
which side is currently selected ( "∧" indicates top side, "∨" indicates bottom side). Auto-reverse feature-After the cassette player reaches the end of a tape side, it automatically reverses and begins to play the other side. This is true whether the cassette was playing or fast forwarding. PWR/VOL - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 94
playing. "RPT" will appear on the display. When the track ends, it will automatically be rewound and replayed. This process will be continued until you . Any time it has played about 1- seconds of blank tape, it will automatically fast forward to the next track and begin to play. Push the button a - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 95
TREB (Treble) This knob lets you adjust the treble level. Push "BASS/TREB" so that it pops out of its retracted position. Pull out the knob. Turn the knob to adjust the treble. Push the knob back into its retracted position. TUNE Tuning Your Toyota has an electronic tuning radio (ETR). Push and - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 96
" Type 2 Button display for radio/cassette tape player/compact disc player 89 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 97
) Push the cassette tape eject button to eject a cassette. Push the compact disc eject button to eject a compact disc. After you turn the ignition to "LOCK", you will be able to eject a cassette or disc but you will not be able to reinsert it. lAA/P""l(Track down/up button) By using - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 98
on the current cassette side. S After the beginning of the tape is reached, the player will automatically start playing the same side. S After the end of the tape is reached, the player will automatically revers sides and start playing the other side. There must be at least 3 seconds of blank space - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 99
need to readjust in every time you listen to a different program. Five common settings are sorted in the system's memory when it is manufactured (see "EQ" until the setting you want to change appears on the display. Adjust the base, mid-range, and treble levels using the "BASS", "MID/BAL", and "TREB - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 100
the current cassette or compact disc track. Push "RPT" while the track is playing. "RPT" will appear on the display. When the track ends, it will automatically be rewound (cassette) and replayed. This process will be continued until you push the button again to turn off the repeat feature. Cassettes - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 101
fast forward past long stretches off blank tape. This is especially useful at the end of cassettes. Push "SKIP". "SKIP" will appear on the display. The . Any time it has played about 10 seconds of blank tape, it will automatically fast forward to the next track and begin to play. Push the button - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 102
" to "ACC" or "ON". Also, the anti-theft light flashes every few seconds while the ignition key is in the "LOCK" position. You will need to know your security code to reactivate your radio after electrical service is performed on your vehicle. Choose a security code that is easy to remember and keep - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 103
Setting a security code for the first time. 1. Turn off the audio system. Turn the iginition key to "ACC". Simultaneously push and hold in "1", "6", and "PWR/VOL" until "SEC" appears on the display. 2. While you are holding in the "∧" side of "TUNE", push "1". The display will read "-". On some - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 104
returns to "-" while you are entering the code, go back to step 3. To make sure the security code has been accepted, turn the ignition to "LOCK" and then back to "ACC". "SEC" should appear on the display. Choose a security code that is easy to remember and keep a copy of it (not - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 105
2. While you are holding in the "∧" side of "TUNE" push "1". The display will read "-". On some models, " B" and "Y" will also turn on. 3. Input the existing three-digit code. You have 10 seconds to enter each digit. For example, "209": To set the - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 106
3. To make sure the security code has been accepted, turn the ignition to "LOCK" and then back to "ACC". "SEC" should appear on the display. 6. The audio system will be completely inoperable. At this time, the anti-theft light also comes on. If this occurs, contact your Toyota dealer. Cleaning the - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 107
2. While you are holding in the "∧" side of "TUNE", push "1". The display will read "-". On some models, "B" and "Y" will also turn on. 3. Input the existing three-digit code. You have 10 seconds to enter eahc digit. For example, "209": To set the - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 108
system will be completely inoperable. At this time, the anti-theft light also comes on. If this occurs, contact your Toyota dealer. Reactivating in the "∧" side of "TUNE", push "1". The display will read "---". On some models, "B" and "Y" will also turn on. 3. Input the existing three-digit code. - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 109
3. To make sure the security code has been accepted, turn the ignition to "LOCK" and then back to "ACC". "SEC" should appear on the display. 4. The light up together with the mode selection and eject buttons. RADIO RECEPTION Usually, a problem with radio reception does not mean there is a problem - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 110
common reception problems that probably do not indicate a problem it possible for two signals to reach your antenna at the same time. If this happens the radio station to sound alternately strong and weak. Station and tapes: Clean the tape head and other parts regularly. S A dirty tape head or tape - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 111
working. On hot days, use the air condition to the vehicle interior before you wait until it dries. S Handle compact discs carefully, especially when hole, hold the disc up to the light.) S Remove discs from the compact disc water. Wipe in a straight line from the center to the edge of the disc (not - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 112
! CAUTION Compact disc players use invisible laser beam which could cause hazardous radiation exposure if directed outside the unit. Be sure to operate the player correctly as instructed. 105 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 113
Air conditioning system- -Controls 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Air Flow Selector Air Intake Selector Fan Speed Selector Temperature Selector "A/C" Button (on some models) 106 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 114
illustration after "A/C" button. Vehicles with "A/C" button indicator- Pressing the windshield button with the fan speed selector on turns on the defroster-linked air conditioning. At this time, the "A/C" button indicator comes on regardless of whether or not the "A/C" button is pressed in. This is - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 115
button To turn on the air conditioning, press the "A/C" button. The "A/C" button indicator will come on. To turn the air conditioning off, press the button again. Air Intake selector Move the lever to select the air source. 1. Recirculate-Recirculates the air inside the vehicle. 2. Fresh-Draws - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 116
has been parked in the hot sun, drive with the windows open for a few minutes. This vents the hot air, allowing the air conditioning to cool the interior more quickly. Make sure the air intake grilles in front of the windshield are not blocked (by leaves or snow, for example). On humid days, do - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 117
to: Fan speed -Any setting except "OFF" Temperature -Towards WARM (red zone) to heat; COLD (blue zone) to cool Air intake -FRESH (outside air) Air flow -WINDSHIELD Air conditioning -ON On models with air conditioning, pressing the windshield button with the fan speed selector on turns on the - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 118
speed -Any setting except "OFF" Temperature -Towards WARM (red zone) Air intake -FRESH (outside air) Air flow -WINDSHIELD Air conditioning -ON On models with air conditioning, pressing the air flow button of this position turns on the air conditioning. This is to clear up the front view more quickly - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 119
-Rear heater system 1. Fan speed selector Push the switch to adjust the fan speed. 112 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 120
Part the time will change to 2:00. When the instrument panel lights are turned on, the brightness of the time indication will in. When it becomes heated, it automatically pops out ready for use. If the engine is not running, the key must the lock spring plate and pull out. Use a - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 121
cover completely after use. Luggage cover To open the glovebox door, pull the lever. To lock the glovebox door, insert the master key key and turn it clockwise. With the instrument panel lights on, the glovebox light will come on when the door is open. To use the luggage cover, pull it out - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 122
"Luggage stowage precautions" in Part 2 for precautions to observe in loading luggage. Use a floor mat of the correct size. If the floor mat has a hole, then it is designed for use with a locking clip. Fix the floor mat and locking clip into the hole in the floor carpet. ! CAUTION Make sure the - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 123
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and steering wheel angle. 3. Adjust inside and outside rear view mirrors. 4. Lock all doors. 5. Fasten seat belts. How to start the engine- (a) Before cranking 1. Apply the parking brake firmly. 2. Turn off unnecessary lights and accessories. 3. Put the selector lever in "P". If you need to restart - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 125
not roll. Apply the parking brake, and place the transmission in "P". If necessary, block the wheels. Washing your vehicle or driving through deep water may get the brakes wet. To see whether they are wet, check that there is no traffic near you, and then press the pedal lightly. If you do not feel - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 126
Motor Vehicle Bureau S Recreational Vehicle Clubs S U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management S Before driving off, make sure the parking brake is fully released and the parking brake reminder light is off. S Do not leave your vehicle unattended while the engine is running. S Do not rest - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 127
"Owner's Manual Supplement/Maintenance Schedule". Water entering the engine air intake will cause severe engine damage. Water can wash the grease from wheel bearings, causing rusting and premature failure, and may also enter the differential, transmission and transfer case, reducing the gear oil - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 128
enough power for winter starting. Chapter 7-3 tells you how to visually inspect the battery. Your Toyota dealer and most service stations will be pleased to check the level of charge. Make sure the engine oil viscosity is suitable for the cold weather. See Chapter 7-2 for recommended viscosity - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 129
adverse effect on handling, performance, braking, durability and driving WEIGHT LIMITS Before towing, make sure the total trailer weight, gross combination weight, gross vehicle weight, gross axle weight weight (trailer weight plus its cargo load) must not exceed the following. Exceeding this weight - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 130
instructions. S The hitch ball and king pin should have a light coat of grease. S Toyota recommends removing the hitch when not towing to prevent injury and/or damage due to the hitch in event of a rear end S If the total trailer weight exceeds 453 kg (1000 lb.), trailer brakes are required. S Never - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 131
damage your vehicle's electrical system and cause a malfunction of your lights. BREAK-IN SCHEDULE S Toyota recommends that you do not tow a trailer with a new vehicle or a vehicle with any new power train component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearing, etc.) for the first 800 km (500 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 132
engine braking efficiency, do air conditioning (if in use), pull off the road and stop in a safe spot. Refer to "If your vehicle overheats" in Part 4 of this manual. Always place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and trailer wheels when parking. Apply the parking brake firmly. Put the transmission - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 133
transmission in "P" position, start the engine. Be sure to keep the brake pedal depressed. 2. Shift into the "2", "L" or "R" position. 3. Release the parking brake and brake 7-2 for instructions. S Do not carry unneeded weight in your vehicle. Excess weight puts a heavier load on the engine, causing - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 134
lessens weight but also helps prevent corrosion. Keep your vehicle tuned-up and in top shape. A dirty air cleaner, improper valve clearance, dirty plugs, dirty oil and grease, brakes not adjusted, etc. all lower engine performance and contribute to poor fuel economy. For longer life of all parts and - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 135
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in "How to start the engine" in Part 3 and that you have sufficient fuel. If the engine is not turning over or is turning over too slowly- 1. Check that the battery terminals are tight and clean. 2. If the battery terminals are O.K., switch on the interior light. 3. If the light is out, dim or goes - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 137
, acid burns, electrical burns, or damaged electronic components, these instructions must be followed precisely. If you are unsure about how to follow this procedure, we strongly recommend that you seek the help of a competent mechanic or towing service. S The gas normally produced by a battery will - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 138
. Turn off all unnecessary lights and accessories. 2. If required, remove all the vent plugs from the booster and discharged batteries. Lay a cloth over the open vents on the batteries. (This helps reduce the explosion hazard, personal injuries and burns.) 3. If the engine in the vehicle with the - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 139
and braking will be much harder than usual. Do not connect the cable to or near any part that moves when the engine is cranked. NOTICE When making the connections, do not lean over the battery or accidentally let the jumper cables or clamps touch anything except the correct battery terminals or - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 140
check to see if the engine drive belt (fan belt) is broken or loose. Look for obvious coolant leaks from the radiator, hoses, and under the vehicle. However, note that water draining from the air conditioning is normal if it has been used. ! CAUTION Do not attempt to remove the radiator cap - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 141
the center divider of a highway. Park on a level spot with firm ground. 2. Stop the engine and turn on your emergency flashers. 3. Firmly set the parking brake and put the transmission in "P". 4. Have everyone get out of the vehicle on the side away from traffic. 5. Read the following instructions - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 142
end of the jack handle into the lowering screw and turn it counterclockwise with the handle, making sure that the handle remains firmly fitted onto the jack handle without catching on any other part, to prevent it from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking. 2. Block the wheel - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 143
wrench to the nut so that the handle is on the right side, as shown above. Grab the wrench near the end of the handle and pull up on the handle. Be careful that the wrench does solid place. JACK POINTS: Front-Under the front axle housing between the suspension arm and the wheel Rear-Under the rear - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 144
CAUTION Never get under the vehicle when it is supported by the jack alone. -Changing wheels 6. After it clockwise with the handle, making sure the handle remains firmly fitted onto the jack handle extension. As the jack touches the vehicle and begins to lift, double-check that it is properly - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 145
mounting surfaces with a wire brush or such. Installation of wheels without good metal-to-metal contact at the mounting surface can cause wheel nuts to loosen and eventually cause a wheel to come off while driving. Therefore after the first 1600 km (1000 miles), check - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 146
Check the air pressure of the replaced tire. Adjust the air pressure to the specification designated in Part 8. If the pressure is lower, drive slowly to the nearest service station and fill to the correct pressure. Do not forget to reinstall the tire inflation valve cap care in handling the ornament - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 147
towing service is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be temporarily towed by a cable or chain secured to one of the emergency towing eyelets under the front of the vehicle. Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle. A driver must be in the vehicle to steer it and operate the brakes - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 148
or chain specifically intended for use in towing vehicles. Securely fasten the cable or chain to the towing eyelet provided. Before towing, check that the center differential is unlocked (The indicator light must be off when the ignition on.) Release the parking brake and put the transmis- 153 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 149
towing. Contact your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck service for assistance. S Tow the vehicle as straight ahead as automatic transmission selector lever If you cannot shift the selector lever out of "P" position to other positions even though the brake pedal is depressed, use the shift lock - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 150
hole to push down the shift lock override button. You can shift out of "P" position only while pushing the button. 4. Shift into "N" position. 5. Insert the cover. 6. Start the engine. For your safety, keep the brake pedal depressed. Be sure to have the system checked by your Toyota dealer as soon - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 151
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the most advanced technology available, has done its part to help prevent corrosion and has provided you Toyota can help ensure longterm corrosion prevention. The most common causes of corrosion to your vehicle are: S The accumulation the presence of salt in the air near the seacoast or in areas - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 153
without removing them. The lower edge of doors, rocker panels and frame members have drain metal, have a qualified body shop make the repair. Check the interior of your vehicle wells. 2. Wash with a mild car-wash soap, mixed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Use a soft cotton mitt and - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 154
components above or under the floor carpet (or mat) and cause a malfunction; and it may cause body corrosion. Vinyl interior The vinyl upholstery manufacturer's instructions. NOTICE To prevent damage to the antenna, make sure it is retracted before driving your Toyota through an automatic car wash. - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 155
results are obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as possible. Read the shampoo instructions and follow them closely. Seat belts The seat belts may be cleaned with mild soap and water or with lukewarm water. Use a cloth or sponge. As you are cleaning, check the belts for excessive wear, fraying, or - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 156
After cleaning or whenever any part of the leather gets wet, dry with a soft clean cloth. Allow the of a nylon brush or synthetic fiber cloth, etc. may scratch the fine grained surface of the leather. zMildew may develop on soiled leather upholstery. Be especially careful to avoid oil spots. Try to - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 157
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maintenance items are performed regularly. These checks or inspections can be done either by serviced at regular intervals. For details of your maintenance Schedule, read the separate "Owner's Manual Supplement/Maintenance Schedule". It is recommended that any replacement parts Guide, Owner's Manual - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 159
if you have a little mechanical ability and a few basic automotive tools. Simple instructions for how to perform them are presented in Part 7. If you are a skilled do-it-yourself mechanic, the Toyota service manuals are recommended. Please be aware that doit-yourself maintenance can affect your - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 160
do not pull to one side when applied. Parking brake Check that the lever has the proper travel and that, on a safe incline, your vehicle is held securely with only the parking brake applied. Automatic transmission "Park" mechanism Check the lock release button of the selector lever for proper and - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 161
of all battery cells is between upper and lower level lines on the case. Add only distilled water when replenishing. See Chapter 7-3 for additional information. Brake fluid level Make sure the brake fluid level is correct. See Chapter 7-2 for additional information. Engine oil level Check the level - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 162
Engine continually runs hot; oil pressure gauge stays low If you notice any of these clues, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. It probably needs - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 163
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Part 7 DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE- Chapter 7-1 Introduction S Engine compartment overview S Fuse locations S Do-it-yourself service precautions S Parts and tools 169 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 165
Engine compartment overview 170 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 166
aware that improper or incomplete servicing may result in operating problems. Performing do-it-yourself maintenance during the warranty period may affect your warranty coverage. Read the separate Toyota Warranty statement for details and suggestions. This part gives instructions only for those items - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 167
to prevent it from damaging the parts or paint. zDo not overfill automatic transmission fluid, transfer oil and power steering fluid, or the transmission, transfer and power steeering could be damaged. zDo not drive with the air cleaner filter removed, or excessive engine wear could result. Also - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 168
low): S Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON II or III Tools: S Rag or paper towel S Funnel (only for adding fluid) Checking battery condition Non-maintenance batteries- Tools: S Warm water S Baking soda S Grease S Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts) Maintenance type batteries- Parts (if - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 169
Adding washer fluid Parts: S Water S Washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use) Tools: S Funnel Replacing light bulbs Parts: S Bulb with same number and wattage rating as original (See charts in "Replacing light bulbs" in Chapter 7-3.) Tools: S Screwdriver 174 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 170
Part 7 DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE- Chapter 7-3 Electrical components S S S S S S S Checking battery condition Battery recharging precautions Checking and replacing fuses Checking the fusible links Adding washer fluid Checking the headlight aim Replacing light bulbs Checking battery or burning, get - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 171
exterior NOTICE zBe sure the engine and all accessories are off before performing maintenance. zWhen checking the battery, remove the ground cable from the negative terminal ("-" mark) first and reinstall it last. zBe careful not to cause a short circuit with tools. zTake care no solution gets - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 172
lower than the lower line, add distilled water. (See "ADDING DISTILLED WATER".) CHECKING BY THE HYDROMETER Check the battery condition by the hydrometer color. Maintenance type battery Hydrometer color Type A GREEN DARK CLEAR or LIGHT YELLOW Type B BLUE WHITE Condition Good Charging necessary. Have - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 173
off when connecting the charger cables to the battery and when disconnecting them. ADDING DISTILLED WATER (MAINTENANCE TYPE BATTERY ONLY) 1. Remove the vent plugs. 2. Add distilled water to cells needing fluid. If the side of your battery is covered, check the water level by looking down directly - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 174
and replacing fuses NOTICE Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all accessories are turned off. If the headlights or other electrical components do not work, check the fuses. If any of the fuses are blown, they must be replaced. See "Fuse locations" in Chapter - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 175
Checking an emergency you can pull out the "CIG" "DOME" or "A/C" fuse, which may be dispensable for the new fuse immediately blows out, there is a problem with the electrical system. Have your Toyota dealer correct do not work and the fuses are O.K., check the fusible links. If any of the links - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 176
install a wire-even for parts stores. Follow the manufacturer's directions for how much to mix with water. Checking the headlight aim NOTICE Do not use engine antifreeze or any other substitute because it may damage your vehicle's paint. Before checking the headlight aim: 1. Be sure that the body - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 177
plastic or metal case. Do not touch the glass part of a bulb with bare hands. To check the headlight aim, check the vertical and horizontal gauges. 1. Look at the beam angle gauge (vertical movement). The bubble of the gauge should not deviate from the center of the gauge by more than two marks on - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 178
-up lights License plate light Interior light Personal lights Glovebox light Luggage compartment light Door courtesy light Vanity lights Bulb No. 194 1156 1157 1156 168 W 3.8 27 27/8 27 5 10 10 1.4 10 3 3 Type D C C C D E C D E D E 1. Open the hood. RIGHT-HAND HEADLIGHT: Remove the engine coolant - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 179
-Front turn signal lights -Parking and front side marker lights Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. 192 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 180
-Rear side marker lights Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. 193 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 181
-Rear turn signal,stop and tail, and back-up lights -License plate lights Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. a: Rear turn signal light b: Stop and tail light c: Back-up light Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. 194 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 182
Part 8 SPECIFICATIONS S S S S S S Dimensions and weight Engine Fuel Service specifications Tires Fuses Dimensions and weight Overall length mm (in.) Overall width mm (in.) Overall height mm (in.) Wheelbase mm (in.) Front tread mm (in.) Rear tread mm (in.) Vehicle capacity weight (occupants + - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 183
-73F (used belt), lbf: 80 ± 20 ENGINE LUBRICATION Oil capacity (drain and refill), L (qt., Imp. pt.) With filter 7.2 (7.6, 6.3) Without filter 6.9 (7.3, 6.1) Oil grade: API SH, "Energy-Conserving II" multigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recommended. Recommended oil viscosity (SAE - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 184
type: Automatic transmission fluid D-II or DEXRON®III (DEXRON®II) DIFFERENTIAL Oil capacity, L (qt., lmp. qt.): Front With front and rear differential lock system 2.75 (2.9, 2.4) Without front and rear differential lock system 2.80 (3.0, 2.5) Rear 3.25 (3.4, 2.9) Oil type: Hypoid gear oil API GL - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 185
clock display, radio, cassette tape player, power antenna, automatic transmission shift lock system, SRS airbag system 2. TAIL 15 A: Tail lights, license plate lights, parking and front side marker lights, instrument panel lights, clock, glovebox light 3. OBD 15 A: On-board diagnosis system 198 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 186
, automatic transmission shift lock system 5. DEFOG 20 A: Rear window defogger 6. WIPER 20 A: Windshield wipers and washer, rear window wiper and washer 7. GAUGE 10 A: Gauges and meters, service reminder indicators and warning buzzers (except discharge and open door warning lights), back-up lights - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 187
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Part 9 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S. OWNERS AND QUALITY GRADING S Reporting safety vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may either - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 189
norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straight ahead) traction tests and does to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 190
Break-in period Fuel Operation in foreign countries Three-way catalytic converter Engine exhaust cautions Facts about engine oil consumption Brake system Brake pad wear limit indicators Luggage stowage precautions Rear step bumper Your Toyota's idenitification Theft prevention labels Types of tires - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 191
of your vehicle: S Do not drive over 88 km/h (55 mph). S Run the engine at moderate speed between 2000 and 4000 rpm. S Avoid full-throttle starts. S Try to gasoline. Use of leaded gasoline will cause the three-way catalytic converter to lose its effectiveness and the emission control system to - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 192
zDo not use gasohol other than stated above. It will cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems. zIf driveability problems are encountered (poor hot starting, vaporizing, engine knock, etc.), discontinue the use. zTake care not to spill gasohol during refueling. Gasohol may cause paint - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 193
engine to misfire, creating an excessive load on the three-way catalytic converter. zDo not allow the engine to run at idle speed for more than 20 minutes. zAvoid racing the engine engine is running. The exhaust gas is very hot. S Do not drive, idle or park your vehicle over anything that might burn - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 194
. Malfunctions in the engine electrical system, electronic ignition system/distributor ignition system or fuel systems could cause an extremely high threeway catalytic converter temperature. zIf the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, take your vehicle in for a check-up as soon - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 195
the stems of the intake valves. Some of this oil is sucked into the combustion chamber together with the intake air and is burned along with the fuel. High temperature exhaust gases also burn the oil used to lubricate the exhaust valve stems. The amount of engine oil consumed depends on the - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 196
hard-much harder than normal. And your braking distance will be longer ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (with "ABS" warning light) The anti- lock brake system is designed to automatically help prevent lock- up of the wheels during sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfaces. This assists in providing - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 197
will go off. When the light is on with the rear differential locked, it indicates the anti-lock brake system will not operate. If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction somewhere in the parts monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 198
comes on while driving with the center differential unlocked S The light does not come on with the center differential locked. S The system comes into operation with the center differential locked. Even if the anti-lock brake system should fail, the brake system will still operate conventionally - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 199
they may injure the vehicle occupants. Your Toyota's identification NOTICE Do not load the vehicle beyond the vehicle capacity weight specified in Part 8. The rear step bumper is for rear end protection and easier step-up loading. ! CAUTION S Do not allow more than one person to get on the rear - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 200
attempt to remove it will result in destroying the integrity of the label. Transferring these labels intact from one part to another, will be impossible. The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown. NOTICE You should not attempt to remove the theft prevention labels as it may violate - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 201
, 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. ! CAUTION S Do not mix summer and all season tires on your vehicle as this can cause - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 202
is below or only slightly above the low level line, add engine oil of the same type as already in the engine. Remove the oil filter cap and add engine oil in small quantities at a time, checking the dipstick. The approximate quantity of oil needed to fill between the low level line and the full - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 203
may become difficult to start, so SAE 5W-30 engine oil is recommended. Oil identification marks Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil containers to help you select the oil you should use. The API Service Symbol is located anywhere on the outside of the container. The top portion - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 204
normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads wear. So be sure to keep the reservoir filled. If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious mechanical problem. ! CAUTION To prevent burning yourself, do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 205
or III to bring the level within range. e. After replacing the filler cap, visually check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or damage. Check the fluid level on the dipstick. If necessary, add automatic transmission fluid DEXRON®-II or III. If the vehicle has been driven - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 206
luggage weight should be located so that the vehicle is balacned. S Be sure to reinstall the tire inflation valve caps. Without the valve caps, dirt or moisture could get into the valve core and cause air leakage. If the caps have been lost, have new ones put on as soon as possible. Checking and - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 207
handling, ride, speedomeeter/odometer calibration, ground clearance, and clearance between the body and tires or snow chains. ! CAUTION S Do not mix radial, bias belted "If you have a flat tire" in Part 4 for tire change procedure. When rotating tires, check for even wear and damage. Abnormal wear - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 208
according to location or type of road, so always check then before installing chains. CHAIN INSTALLATION Install the installing chains on your tires, carefully follow the instructions of the chain manufacturer. If wheel covers are braking, as use of chains may adversely affect vehicle handling. 181 - 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 209
handling, wheel and bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer/ odometer calibration, stopping ability, headlight aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire or snow chain clearance to the body weights or equivalent and a plastic or rubber hammer. As with any wheel, periodically check your