1998 Toyota Land Cruiser Owners Manual
1998 Toyota Land Cruiser Manual
1998 Toyota Land Cruiser manual content summary:
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Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Chapter 1- 1 Overview of instruments and controls D Instrument panel overview D Instrument cluster overview D Indicator symbols on the instrument panel 1 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 2
8. Automatic transmission selector lever 9. Seat heater switches 10. Parking brake lever 11. Second start mode selector button and driving pattern selector button 12. Four- wheel drive control lever 13. Lower vent 14. Hood lock release lever 15. Fuel filler door opener 16. Power door lock switch 2 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 3
"View B 1. Headlight, turn signal and front fog light switches 2. Cruise control switch 3. Ignition switch 4. Windshield wiper, rear window wiper and washer switches 5. Emergency flasher switch 6. Power antenna switch 7. Car audio 8. Clock and outside temperature display 9. Air conditioning controls - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 4
"Lower part of center cluster panel 1. Ashtray 2. Cigarette lighter 3. Power outlet 4 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 5
Instrument cluster overview 1. Voltmeter 2. Speedometer 3. Service reminder indicators and indicator lights 4. Tachometer 5. Oil pressure gauge 6. Engine coolant temperature gauge 7. Odometer and two trip meters 8. Trip meter reset knob 9. Fuel gauge 5 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 6
instrument panel Brake system warning light∗1 Driver's seat belt reminder light∗1 Front passenger's seat belt reminder light∗1 Discharge warning light∗1 Malfunction indicator lamp∗1 Low fuel level warning light∗1 SRS airbag warning light∗1 Turn signal indicator lights Headlight high beam indicator - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 7
Cruise control indicator light∗3 Automatic transmission indicator lights ∗1: ∗2 : ∗3 : For details, see "Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers" in Chapter 1- 5. If this light flashes, see "Automatic transmission" in Chapter 1- 6. If this light flashes, see "Cruise control" in Chapter 1- - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 8
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Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Chapter 1- 2 Keys and Doors D Keys D Engine immobiliser system D Side doors D Power windows D Manual quarter windows D Power quarter windows D Back door D Hood D Theft deterrent system D Fuel tank cap D Electric moon roof Keys The master key and subkey - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 10
press other key plates against the key grip. Otherwise the engine may not start, or may stop soon after it starts. If this happens, remove the key once and then insert it again after taking off other transponder keys (including keys of other vehicles) from the ring or while gripping or covering them - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 11
or if you need additional keys, duplicates can be made by a Toyota dealer using the key number. We recommend you to write down the key number and keep it in safe place. The engine immobiliser system is a theft prevention system. When you insert the key in the ignition switch, the transponder chip in - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 12
set when the key is removed from the ignition switch. The indicator light will start flashing every 1 second to show the system is set. If either of the following indicator conditions occurs, contact your Toyota dealer. FCC ID: MOZ RI- 7ATY MADE IN JAPAN This device complies with Part 15 of the - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 13
in the vehicle. The front side doors cannot be locked if you leave the key in the ignition switch. To lock: Push the switch on the front side. To unlock: Push the switch on the rear side. All the side doors and back door lock or unlock simultaneously. When the front side doors are locked from the - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 14
-Wireless remote control CAUTION Before driving, be sure that the doors are closed and locked, especially when small children are in the vehicle. Along with the proper use of seat belts, locking the doors helps prevent the driver and passengers from being thrown out from the vehicle during an - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 15
are locked simultaneously. At this time, parking lights and tail lights flash once. Check to see that all the side doors and back door are securely locked. If any of the side doors or back door is not securely closed, or if the key is in the ignition switch, locking cannot be performed by the "LOCK - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 16
component. Observe the following instructions in order not to cause damage and trouble on the key. If the wireless remote control key does not actuate the doors or operate from a normal distance, or the indicator light on the key is dimmed or does not come on: D Check for closeness to a radio - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 17
not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. When replacing the terminal battery, be careful not to lose the components. Replace the battery by the following procedures: 1. Remove the screw, and then the cover. 17 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 18
lid with the 2 screws. 5. Install the module into the key frame and secure the cover with the screw. 6. When pushing any switch on the wireless key, make sure the indicator light comes on. NOTICE z Make sure the positive side and negative side of the battery should be faced correctly. z Be careful - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 19
be operated with the switch on each side door. The power windows work when the ignition switch is in the "ON" position. However, if both front doors are closed, they work for 45 seconds even after the ignition switch is turned off. They stop working when either front door is opened. OPERATING THE - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 20
D Always make sure the head, hands and other parts of the body of all occupants are kept completely switches without supervision. Use the window lock switch to prevent them from making unexpected use of the switches. D Never leave small children alone in the vehicle, especially with the ignition key - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 21
and right rear quarter windows move as long as you hold the switch. To open: Push the right side of the switch. To close: Push the left side of the switch. D Never leave small children alone in the vehicle, especially with the ignition key still inserted. They could use the power quarter window - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 22
key counterclockwise. All the doors lock and unlock simultaneously with back door. Operating the power door lock switch simultaneously locks or unlocks the doors back door (see "Side doors"). Pull the handle and pull down the lower side of the back door. See "Luggage stowage precautions" in Part - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 23
CAUTION D Keep the back door closed while driving. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but also prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle. D If the open back door hides the stop and tail lights, rear turn signal lights or rear retro reflectors while you are parked, other - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 24
. It also helps prevent the doors from being opened unintentionally. To open the hood: 1. Pull the hood lock release lever. The hood will spring up slightly. 2. In front of the vehicle, pull up the auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood. Before closing the hood, check to see that you have not - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 25
intermittently and flashes the headlights and tail lights. SETTING THE SYSTEM 1. Turn the ignition key to the "LOCK" position and remove it. The indicator light will start flashing every 1 second when the key is removed from the ignition switch. (See "Engine immobiliser system" for details.) 2. Have - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 26
terminal is disconnected and then reconnected. If the system does not work properly, have it checked by your Toyota dealer. 1. To open the fuel filler door, pull the lever. When refueling, turn off the engine. CAUTION D Turn the ignition key from the "LOCk" to "ON" position. D Do not smoke - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 27
CAUTION D Make sure the cap is tightened securely to prevent fuel spillage in case of an accident. D Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap for replacement. It has a builtin check valve to reduce fuel tank vacuum. 2. To remove the fuel tank cap, turn the cap slowly counterclockwise, then pause - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 28
, use the switches beside the personal light. The moon roof works when the ignition switch is in the "ON" position. However, if both front doors are closed, it works for 45 seconds even after the ignition switch is turned off. It stops working when any of the side doors or back door is opened. Sun - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 29
D Never sit on top of the vehicle around the roof opening. D Never try jamming any part of your body to make the jam protection function work intentionally. D The jam protection function may not work when something gets caught just before the moon roof is fully closed. 29 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 30
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Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Chapter 1- 3 Seats, Seat belts, Steering wheel and Mirrors D Seats D Front seats D Armrests D Rear seat D Head restraints D Seat heaters D Seat belts D SRS driver and front passenger airbags D Child restraint D Manual tilt steering wheel Seats D Power - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 32
Front seats- -Seat adjustment precautions Adjust the driver's seat so that the foot pedals, steering wheel and instrument panel controls are within easy reach of the driver. -Adjusting front seats D While adjusting the seat, do not put your hands under the seat or near the moving parts. You may - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 33
Armrest 1. SEAT POSITION AND SEAT CUSHION ANGLE ADJUSTING SWITCH Move the control switch in the desired direction. Releasing the switch will stop the seat at that position. Do not place anything under the front seats. It might interfere with the seat movement. 2. SEATBACK SWITCH ANGLE ADJUSTING - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 34
ADJUSTING LEVER Lean forward and pull the lever toward you. Then lean back to the desired angle and release the lever. -Moving second third seat entry seat for CAUTION D To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision, avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed. The - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 35
forward and rearward on the top of the seatback or by trying to pull up the edge of the bottom cushion. BEFORE FOLDING UP SECOND SEAT 1. Stow the second seat belts as shown in the illustration. This prevents the belts from falling out when you fold up the second - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 36
enlarge the luggage compartment. See "Luggage stowage precautions" in Part 2 for precautions to observe for loading luggage. 2. Unlock the seat cushion. Swing the whole seat up and forward. 3. Hook the strap. When returning the second seat to its original position, put the holding strap into the - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 37
do so will prevent seat belt from proper operation. 4. Remove the seat striker covers from the back of the seat cushion, and install them over the seat strikers. When returning original position, covers from the the back of the the second seat to its remove the seat striker floor and install them - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 38
abdomen. Therefore, in the event of a frontal collision, the risk of personal injury may increase with increasing recline of the seatback. BEFORE FOLDING UP THIRD SEAT 1. Stow the third seat belts as shown in the illustration. This prevents the belts from falling out when you fold up the third - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 39
and fold it down. Folding up the third seats will enlarge the luggage compartment. See "Luggage stowage precautions" in Part 2 for precautions to observe for loading luggage. 2. Unlock the seat cushion while holding the handle. 3. Slide the whole seat to the rearmost position while pulling up the - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 40
position, put the holding strap into the hole. 6. Remove the seat striker covers from the back of the seat cushion, and install them over the seat strikers. When returning the third seat to its original position, remove the seat striker covers from the floor and install them in the back of the - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 41
seat, open the cover, hold the whole seat and pull it up while pulling the handle toward you. Removing the third seat will enlarge the luggage compartment. See "Luggage stowage precautions" in Part seatback while driving. D Do not leave the removed loose seat in the vehicle. D Do not - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 42
Head restraints D When reinstalling the seat, be careful not to hit the seat against you or inside of the vehicle. For your safety, adjust the head restraint before driving. To raise: Pull it up. To lower: Push it down while pressing the lock release button. Front head restraint only-You can also - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 43
Persons who have delicate skin D Persons who are exhausted D Persons who have taken alcohol or To turn on the seat heater, push the switch to "HI" (high heating temperature) or "LO" (low heating temperature). The key must be in the "ON" position. Pushing lightly on the opposite side will turn it off - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 44
. (Refer to the seat adjustment instructions.) D 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. D Inspect the belt system periodically. Check for cuts, fraying, and loose parts. Damaged parts should be replaced. Do - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 45
use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water. Never use bleach, dye, or abrasive cleaners-they may severely weaken the belts. (See "Cleaning the interior" in Part 5.) If the seat belt cannot be pulled out of the retractor, firmly pull the belt and release it. You will then be able to smoothly pull the - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 46
and cause serious injuries in a collision. Take up slack Too high Keep as low on hips as possible Seat belts with an adjustable shoulder anchor- Adjust the shoulder anchor position to your size. To raise: Slide the anchor up. To lower: Push in the lock release button and slide the anchor - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 47
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. Sit up straight and well back in the seat. To fasten your belt, insert the tab into the buckle. You will hear - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 48
the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle. D If the seat belt does not function normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from injury. Keep as - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 49
length. Additional ordering information is available at your Toyota dealer. CAUTION 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 chance - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 50
on when the ignition key is turned to the "ACC" or "ON" position. It goes off after about 6 seconds. This means the front seat belt pretensioners are operating properly. This warning light system monitors airbag sensor assembly, seat belt pretensioner assembly, warning light, interconnecting wiring - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 51
instructions can result in serious injuries. The seat belt pretensioner system mainly consists of the following components and their locations are shown in the illustration. 1. Front airbag sensors 2. SRS airbag warning light 3. Seat belt pretensioner assemblies 4. Airbag sensor assembly The seat - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 52
of the airbags or pretensioners. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. D The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned to the "ACC" or "ON" position, or remains on. D The light comes on or flashes while driving. D If either front seat belt does - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 53
using the available seat belts. This indicator comes on when the ignition key is turned to the "ACC" or "ON" position. It goes off after about 6 seconds. This means the SRS airbags are operating properly. The SRS airbag warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, inflators, warning - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 54
. The SRS airbag system mainly consists of the following components and their locations are shown in the illustration. 1. Front airbag sensors 2. SRS airbag warning light 3. Airbag module for passenger (airbag and inflator) 4. Airbag sensor assembly 5. Airbag module for driver (airbag and inflator - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 55
children. For instructions concerning the installation of a child restraint system, see "Child restraint" in this chapter. D The SRS airbag system is designed only as a supplement to the primary protection of the driver side and front passenger side seat belt systems. The front seat occupants can - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 56
D A forward- facing child restraint system should be allowed to put on the front seat only when it is unavoidable. Always move the seat as far back as possible, because the force of a deploying airbag could cause death or serious injury to the child. For instructions concerning the installation of - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 57
such as the steering wheel column cover, front passenger airbag cover, front passenger airbag, airbag sensor assembly. Doing any of these may cause sudden SRS airbag inflation or disable the system, which could result in death or serious injury. Failure to follow these instructions can result in - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 58
ignition key is turned to the "ACC" or "ON" position, or remains on. D The pad section of the steering wheel or front passenger airbag cover (shaded in the illustration) is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged. D The light comes on while driving. NOTICE Do not disconnect the battery cables - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 59
system should be allowed to put on the front seat only when it is unavoidable. Always move the seat as far back as possible, because the force of a deploying airbag could cause death or serious injury to the child. D Make sure that you have complied with all installation instructions provided - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 60
size. (A) Infant seat (B) Convertible seat (C) Booster seat Install the child restraint system following the instructions provided by its manufacturer. D Never put a rear- facing child restraint system on the front seat. In the event of an accident, the force of the rapid inflation of the airbag - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 61
-Installation with 2- point type seat belt (A) Infant seat (C) Booster seat (A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION (B) Convertible seat An infant seat is used in rear- facing position only. 61 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 62
D If the seat belt does not function 1. Run the center lap belt through or around the infant seat following the instructions provided by its Toyota dealer immediately. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. CAUTION Do not put a rear- facing child restraint system on the third seat - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 63
belt by pulling its free end to hold the infant seat securely. CAUTION Push and pull the child restraint system in different directions to be sure it is secure. Follow all the installation instruction provided by its manufacturer. 3. To remove the infant seat, press the buckle- release button. 63 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 64
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 directions for installing a child restraint system. CAUTION Do not put a rear- facing child restraint system on the third seat if it interferes with the lock - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 65
firmly against the 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 in different directions to be sure it is secure. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 66
, press the buckle- release button. (A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION An infant seat is used in rear- facing position only. CAUTION D Never put a rear- facing child restraint system on the front seat because the force of the rapid inflation of the passenger airbag can cause death or serious injury to - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 67
with the lock mechanism of the front (or second) seats. This may cause severe injury to the child and front passenger in case of sudden braking or a collision. 1. Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the infant seat following the instructions provided by its manufacturer and insert - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 68
shoulder it will go to hold ly. the infant seat firmly cushion and seatback, belt retract as far as the infant seat secure- CAUTION Push and pull the child restraint system in different directions to be sure it is secure. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer. 68 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 69
the manufacturer's instructions about the applicable child's age and size as well as directions for installing a child restraint system. CAUTION D Never put a rear- facing child restraint system on the front seat because the force of the rapid inflation of the passenger airbag can cause death - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 70
fully back D A forward- facing child restraint system should be allowed to put on the front seat only when it is unavoidable. Always move the seat as far back as possible, because the force of a deploying airbag could cause death or serious injury to the child. D Do not put a rear- facing child - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 71
as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle. D If the seat belt does not function normally, it cannot protect your child from injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it in the - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 72
CAUTION Push and pull the child restraint system in different directions to be sure it is secure. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer. 4. To remove the convertible seat, press the buckle- release button and allow the belt to retract completely. The belt will move - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 73
belts" for details. CAUTION A forward- facing child restraint system should be allowed to put on the front seat only when it is unavoidable. Always move the seat as far back as possible, because the force of a deploying airbag could cause death or serious injury to the child. lap belts and loose - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 74
Manual tilt steering wheel D If the seat belt does not function normally, it cannot protect your child from injury. Contact your Toyota dealer immediately. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. 2. To remove the child restraint system, press the buckle- release button and allow the belt - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 75
the driver and also tilts up for easy exit and entry. When the key is inserted into the ignition switch, the steering column returns to the previously set position. To adjust the tilt of the steering wheel, push the control switch upward or downward to set it to the desired position. CAUTION Do - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 76
the mirror. Be careful when judging the size or distance of any object seen in switches. 1. Master switch-To select the mirror to be adjusted Place the switch at "L" (left) or "R" (right). 2. Control switch-To move the mirror Push the switch in the desired direction. Mirror can be adjusted when key - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 77
can just see the rear of your vehicle in the mirror. To reduce glare from the headlights of the vehicle behind you during night driving, operate the lever on the lower edge of the mirror. Daylight driving-Lever at position 1 The reflection in the mirror has greater clarity at this position. Night - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 78
To block out glare, move the sun visor. To block out glare from the front-Swing down the main sun visor To block out glare from the side-Swing down side. You can adjust its position as shown. To block the glare from the front when the main sun visor is swung down, swing down the second sun visor - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 79
-Vanity mirror To use the vanity mirror, swing down the sun visor and open the cover. The vanity light comes on when you open the cover. 79 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 80
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Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Chapter 1- 4 Lights, Wipers and Defogger D Headlight and turn signals D Emergency flashers D Instrument panel light control D Front fog lights D Interior lights D Personal lights D Center interior and personal lights D Ignition switch light D Windshield - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 82
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the lights on for a long period when the engine is not running. Daytime running light system The headlights turn on at reduced intensity when the parking brake is released with the engine started, even with the light switch in the "OFF - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 83
Emergency flashers NOTICE To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the switch on longer than necessary when the engine is not running. TURN SIGNALS To signal a turn, push the headlight/ turn signal lever up or down to position 1. The key must be in the "ON" position. The lever - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 84
Instrument panel light control Front fog lights Interior lights To adjust the brightness of the instrument panel lights, turn the dial. To turn on the front fog lights, twist the band of the headlight and turn signal switch lever. They will come on when the tail lights are turned on. Type A - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 85
forward while the other doors are locked. INTERIOR LIGHTS CUT OFF OPERATION When the ignition switch is "OFF" and any interior lights in the vehicle stay lighting on, the lights will cut off automatically after 30 minutes. You can cancel the cut off operation by: D Turning the key to the "ACC - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 86
the switch. The interior light switch has the following positions: "ON"-Keeps the light on all the time. "OFF"-Turns the light off. "DOOR"-Turns the light on when any of the side doors and back door are opened. The light remains on when all the side doors and back door are closed. D Turning the key - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 87
the ignition switch is "OFF" and any interior lights in the vehicle stay lighting on, the lights will cut off automatically after 30 minutes. You can cancel the cut off operation by: Windshield wipers and washer D Turning the key to the "ACC" position. D Opening or closing any of side doors and - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 88
. NOTICE Do not operate the wipers if the windshield is dry. It may scratch the glass. To turn on the rear window wiper, twist the lever knob upward. The key must be in the "ON" position. Lever position Position 1 Position 2 Speed setting Intermittent normal To squirt washer fluid on the rear - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 89
, push the switch. The key must be in the "ON" position. The thin heater wires on the inside of the back window will quickly clear the surface. An indicator light will illuminate to indicate the defogger is operating. Push the switch once again to turn the defogger off. The system will automatically - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 90
your hands off them when the mirror heaters switch is on. Make sure you turn the mirror heaters off when the surfaces are clear. Leaving the mirror heaters on for a long time could cause the battery to discharge, especially during stop- and- go driving. The mirror heaters are not designed for drying - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 91
malfunction indicator lamp comes on. Fill the fuel tank immediately. The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. The gauge works when the ignition switch is on and indicates the approximate quantity - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 92
pressure gauge indicates engine oil pressure when the ignition switch is on. Check it while driving to make sure that the needle is in the proper range. If the oil pressure should stay below the normal range, pull off the road to a safe place and stop the engine immediately. Call a Toyota dealer or - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 93
to select correct shift points and to prevent engine lugging and overrevving. Driving with the engine running too fast causes excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy. Remember, in most cases the slower the engine speed, the greater the fuel economy. NOTICE Do not let the indicator needle get - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 94
Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers If the indicator or buzzer comes on...(a) (Indicator and buzzer) (b) Fasten seat belts. Do this. If parking brake is off, stop and check. (Indicator and buzzer) (c) Fasten front pssenger's seat belts. Stop and check calculate the fuel economy and the - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 95
see Part 4.) (h) Close all side doors and back door. Shift four-wheel drive control out of "N". CAUTION It is dangerous to continue driving normally when the brake fluid level is low. If the brake fluid level is correct...Have the warning system checked by your Toyota dealer. Brake system failure - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 96
(See "Fuel tank cap" in Chapter 1- 2 for instructions.) c. There is a problem somewhere in your engine electrical system, automatic transmission electrical system or electronic throttle control system. If it comes on while you are driving in case c, have your vehicle checked/repaired by your Toyota - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 97
"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. However, it is normal if the light goes out. The light will come on when the ignition key - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 98
the parts monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. (l) Key Reminder Buzzer This buzzer reminds you to remove the key when you open the driver's door with the ignition key in the "ACC" or "LOCK" position. CHECKING SERVICE REMINDER - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 99
If any service reminder indicator or warning buzzer does not function as described above, either the bulb is burned out or the circuit is in need of repair. Have it checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 99 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 100
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Ignition switch, Transmission and Parking brake D Ignition switch with steering lock D Automatic transmission D Four- wheel drive system D Rear differential lock system D Parking brake D Cruise control Ignition switch with steering lock "LOCK"-Engine is off and the steering wheel is locked. The key - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 102
not possible) "O/D OFF" indicator light on the instrument panel shows the overdrive switch is off Parking, engine starting and key removal position Reverse position Neutral position Normal driving position Position for engine braking Position for stronger engine braking than that in "2" position - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 103
"D". In "D" position, the automatic transmission system will select the most suitable gear for running conditions such as normal cruising, hill climbing, hard towing, etc. Always turn the overdrive switch on for better fuel economy and quieter driving. If the engine coolant temperature is low, the - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 104
climbing or hard towing. (d) Backing up 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. With the brake pedal held down with your foot, shift the selector lever to the "R'' position. If the four-wheel drive control is in the "N" position while the selector lever is in the "P" position, the transmission - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 105
driving, Toyota recommends using the Normal mode to improve fuel economy. (i) If you cannot shift the selector lever out of "P" position If you cannot shift the selector lever from the "P" position even though the brake pedal is depressed, use the shift lock override button. For instructions - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 106
straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating, or drive in reverse. See "(b) Shifting procedure" for further instructions. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. There may be trouble in the transmission system. (k) Driving in "2nd start) mode STRT" (second In the "2nd STRT" (Second - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 107
the center differential lock button. SHIFTING BETWEEN "H" AND "L" Stop the vehicle, put the transmission into "N" and move the four- wheel drive control lever. Rear differential lock system CAUTION Do not use the rear differential lock in the conditions other than above. Large steering effort and - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 108
lead to possible damage to differential lock component parts. The differential will also unlock if you shift the four-wheel drive control lever to "H". Never forget to turn of the switch after using this feature. To check the indicator bulb, turn the ignition key to the "ON" position, but do not - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 109
is set, the parking brake reminder light in the instrument panel remains on until you release the parking brake. D To help maintain maximum control of your vehicle, do not use the cruise control when driving in heavy or varying traffic, or on slippery (rainy, icy or snow -covered) or winding roads - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 110
the brake pedal. TURNING ON THE SYSTEM To operate the cruise control, push the "CRUISE ON·OFF" switch. This turns the system on. The indicator light in the out other than for the above cases, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer at the earliest opportunity. CAUTION To avoid accidental - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 111
off the overdrive switch, with the cruise control on, engine braking will not be applied trouble in the cruise control system. D The indicator light does not come on. D The indicator light flashes again. D The indicator light goes out after it comes on. If this is the case, contact your Toyota - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 112
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Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Chapter 1- 7 Car audio system and Air conditioning system Car audio system D Reference D Using your audio system: some basics D Using your audio system: controls and features D Car audio system operating hints Car audio system- -Reference Air - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 114
turning the ignition key to "LOCK" position. Some models also have an antenna printed on the inside of the right side quarter window. NOTICE z To prevent damage to the antenna, make sure it is retracted before driving your Toyota through an automatic car wash. z On- glass antenna models, attaching - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 115
discs. Adjusting the power antenna 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 player - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 116
-Using your audio system: controls and features Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows. 116 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 117
disc eject button to eject a compact disc. After you turn the ignition to "LOCK", you will be able to eject a cassette or system is off, you can turn on the radio by pushing "AM F M". Also, push "AM F M" to switch from cassette or compact disc operation to radio operation. AUDIO CONTROL / MODE Manual - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 118
between the front and rear, and the right and left speakers. For front/rear adjustment, CD" to switch from radio or cassette operation to compact disc operation. If the audio system is off, on the display, it indicates there is a trouble inside the system. Eject the disc or magazine. Set the disc - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 119
the other side. This is true whether the cassette was playing or fast forwarding. PWR·VOL (Power·Volume) Push "PWR·VOL" to turn the audio system on and off. Turn "PWR·VOL" to adjust the volume. RAND (Random) There are two random features-you can either listen to the tracks on - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 120
Compact Disc Player There are two repeat features-you can either replay a disc track or a whole compact disc. Repeating a track: Quickly push and release "RPT" while the track is playing. "RPT" will appear on the display. If you hear a beep, you held the button too long, and the player will repeat - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 121
radio reduces the amount of channel separation to prevent the weak signal from creating noise. If the signal becomes extremely weak, the radio switches from stereo to mono reception. D After the beginning of the tape is reached, the player will automatically start playing the same side. D After - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 122
of course, radio signals have a limited range, and the farther you are from a station, the weaker its signal will be. In addition, reception conditions change constantly as your vehicle moves. Here are some common reception problems that probably do not indicate a problem with your radio: FM Fading - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 123
causing the radio station to sound alternately strong and weak. Station interference-When parts regularly. Use high- quality cassettes. D Low- quality cassette tapes can cause many problems hot days, use the air conditioning to cool the vehicle interior before you listen to a disc. D Bumpy roads or - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 124
sure to operate the player correctly as instructed. D Handle compact discs carefully, especially To see a pin hole, hold the disc up to the light.) A new disc may have rough edges on its inner of the disc and cause sound skipping or other problems. D Remove discs from the compact disc player when - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 125
Air conditioning system- -Controls 1. Air Intake Selector 2. Air Flow Selector 3. "A/C" Button 4. Fan Speed Selector 5. "AUTO" Position (for fan speed) 6. "AUTO" Position (for air flow) 7. Temperature Selector 125 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 126
flow according to the temperature. You may use manual controls if you want to select your own settings . from the 4. Floor/Windshield-Air flows mainly from the floor vents and windshield vents button is pressed in. This is to clean up the front view more quickly. When the "A/C" button is not pressed - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 127
indicator flashes, there is a problem in the air conditioning system and the air conditioning automatically shuts off. If this happens, take your vehicle to a Toyota dealer for service. Air intake selector Press the button to select the air source. An indicator light will illuminate to show which - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 128
Operating tips D To cool off your Toyota after it 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. D Make sure the air intake grilles in front of the windshield are not blocked (by - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 129
"A/C" button is pressed in. This is to clean up the front view more quickly. When the "A/C" button is not pressed in intake-FRESH (outside air) Air flow-"AUTO" Air conditioning-OFF D Press the "A/C" button on for dehumidified heating. D Choose floor/windshield air flow to heat the vehicle interior - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 130
to: Temperature-Towards high temperature Air intake-FRESH (outside air) Air flow-WINDSHIELD "A/C" button is pressed in. This is to clean up the front view more quickly. When the "A/C" button is not pressed in control is not satisfactory, check the instrument panel vents. The instrument panel vents may be - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 131
Rear heater system 1. Fan Speed Selector 2. Temperature Selector 131 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 132
Fan speed selector This button is used to turn the rear heater system on and off, and adjust the fan speed. Pressing the button once adjusts the fan speed to the "LO" mode and twice successionally adjusts the - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 133
Rear air conditioning system- -Controls 1. Rear Air Conditioning On- Off Button 2. "AUTO" Button 3. Air Flow Selector 4. Fan Speed Selector 5. Temperature Selector 6. "OFF" Button 133 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 134
AUTO" button. An indicator light will illuminate to show that to the temperature. You may use manual controls if you want to select your off the rear air conditioning system. Air flow selector Press one of floor vents and the roof vents. 3. Floor-Air flows mainly from the floor vents. 134 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 135
-Air flow selector settings 135 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 136
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D Clock D Outside temperature display D Cigarette lighter and ashtray D Power outlets D Fuel pump shut- off system D Glovebox D Garage door opener box D Auxiliary boxes D Cup holders D Tie- down hooks D Luggage cover D Floor mat Clock If the electrical power source has been disconnected from the - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 138
it in. When it becomes heated, it automatically pops out ready for use. If the engine is not running, the key must be in the "ACC" position. Do not hold the cigarette lighter pressed in. Use a Toyota genuine cigarette lighter or equivalent for replacement. To reduce the chance of injury in case of - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 139
Power outlets The power outlets are designed for power supply for car accessories. To use them, open the lids as shown in the following illustrations. The key must be in the "ACC" or "ON" position to be used. NOTICE z To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the electricity over the total - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 140
the ground under the veIn response to a severe impact which may cause a large amount of vehicle deformation, the fuel pump shut- off system stops supplying fuel to the engine to minimize the risk of fuel leakage. The fuel pump shut- off system activates when the impact detection sensor located in - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 141
: Insert the master key and turn it clockwise. Your vehicle is equipped with a box designed to store a garage door opener transmitter. You can operate the stored garage door opener through the lid. To use the garage door opener box, do the following. 1. Open the garage door opener box with a flat - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 142
2. Unscrew the screws on both sides and remove the stay. 3. Remove Velcro loop on the stay. Remove the paper strip covering the adhesive on back side of Velcro loop and adhere it just behind the button to back side of the transmitter near center. Please note - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 143
4. Install the transmitter on the center of the stay with Velcro. 5. Remove the cover on the opening on the lid. 6. Reinstall the stay and secure it with the screws. Before fixing it with the screws, adjust the position of - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 144
case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the auxiliary box closed while driving. NOTICE 7. Close the lid securely. Make sure that the lid is case of an accident or a sudden stop, always keep the garage door opener box closed while driving. Types D, E and F-In hot weather, inside of the - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 145
to hold the first- aid kit. Although the first- aid kit itself is not included as an original equipment, this auxiliary box can be used to store the firstaid kit. Hold the first- aid kit with a band. Make sure the first- aid kit is securely held. Type D (front ceiling) Type F (front ceiling) 145 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 146
box can be used to store the warning reflector. Hold the warning reflector with a band. Make sure the warning reflector is securely held. D To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or sudden stop while driving, keep the cup holder retracted when it is not in use. For front seats - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 147
Tie- down hooks Luggage cover For third seats (right- hand side only) To secure your luggage, use the tie- down hooks as shown above. See "Luggage stowage precautions" in Part 2 for precautions to observe in loading luggage. Type A NOTICE Do not use the seat anchors instead of the tie- down - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 148
To remove the luggage cover, lift it up. After you remove the luggage cover, place it somewhere other than the passenger compartment. This will prevent passengers from injury in the event of a sudden stop or accident. Use a floor mat of the correct size. If the floor carpet and floor hole, then it - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 149
CAUTION Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the floor carpet. If the floor mat slips and interferes with the movement of the pedals during driving, it may cause an accident. 149 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 150
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Part 2 INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING YOUR TOYOTA D Off- road vehicle precautions D Break- in period D Fuel D Operation in foreign countries D Three- way catalytic converter D Engine exhaust cautions D Facts about engine oil consumption D Iridium- tipped spark plugs D Brake system D Brake pad wear limit - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 152
simple tips for the first 1600 km (1000 miles) can add to the future economy and long life of your vehicle: D Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers, in loss of control or vehicle rollover. D Do not drive over 88 km/h (55 mph). D Run the engine at moderate speed between 2000 and 4000 rpm. D Avoid - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 153
the use of fuels containing MTBE. NOTICE Do not use leaded gasoline. Use of leaded gasoline will cause the threeway catalytic converter to lose its effectiveness, the emission control system to function improperly, and damage to the engine. Also, this can increase maintenance costs. 153 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 154
for methanol. NOTICE z Do not use gasohol other than stated above. It will cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems. z If drive ability problems are occur (poor hot starting, vaporizing, engine knock, etc.), discontinue the use. z Take care not to spill gasohol during refueling - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 155
system, electric ignition system/distributor ignition system or fuel system could cause an extremely high three- way catalytic converter temperature. z If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, take your vehicle in for a check- up as soon as possible. Remember, your Toyota - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 156
to the separate "Owner's Manual Supplement/Maintenance Schedule". CAUTION D Keep the back door and quarter windows closed while driving. An open or unsealed back door and quarter windows may cause exhaust gases to be drawn into the vehicle. D Avoid inhaling the engine exhaust. It contains carbon - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 157
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 viscosity of the oil, the quality of the - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 158
a single brake system. Have your brakes fixed immediately. Your engine is fitted with iridium- tipped spark plugs. BRAKE BOOSTER The brake booster uses brake fluid pressurized by the pump to power- assist the brakes. If the brake booster fails during driving, the brake system warning light comes on - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 159
. This means that the anti- lock brake system is in the self check mode, and does not indicate a malfunction. CAUTION D Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls. Each push on the pedal uses up your brake fluid pressure reserve. D Braking capability is dependent on tire friction with - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 160
conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction somewhere in the parts monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon s possible to service the vehicle. D Driving on rough, gravel or snow- covered roads. D The light does not come on as described above, or remains - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 161
better fuel economy, do not carry unneeded weight. CAUTION The brake pad wear limit indicators on your disc brakes give a warning noise when the brake pads are worn to where replacement is required. If you hear a squealing or scraping noise while driving, have the brake pads checked and replaced - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 162
the vehicle beyond the vehicle capacity weight given in Part 8. D Do not place anything on the luggage cover. Such items may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or an accident. Secure all items in a safe place. D Do not drive with objects left on top of - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 163
seen through the windshield from outside. This is the primary identification number for your Toyota. It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle. The vehicle identification number (VIN) is also on the Certification Label. The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown. 163 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 164
from one part to another, will be impossible. Suspension and chassis CAUTION Do not modify the suspension/chassis with lift kits, spacers, as snow tires, summer tires are inadequate for driving on snow- covered or icy roads. For driving on snow- covered or icy roads, we recommend using snow tires. - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 165
can cause dangerous handling characteristics, resulting in loss of control. D Do not use tire other than the manufacturer's designated tires, and never mix tires or wheels of the sizes different from the originally equipped tires and - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 166
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, head restraint height 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 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 168
, turn the front wheels until they touch the curb so that the vehicle will not roll. Apply the parking brake, and place the transmission in "P". If necessary, block the wheels. D Washing your vehicle or driving through deep water may get the brakes wet. To see whether they are wet, check that there - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 169
following organizations. D Do not leave your vehicle unattended while the engine is running. D Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving. It can cause dangerous overheating, needless wear, and poor fuel economy. D To drive down a long or steep hill, reduce your speed and downshift - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 170
thumbs on the outside of the rim. D Always check your brakes for effectiveness immediately after driving in sand, mud, water or snow. 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 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 171
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 "P" and block the front wheels. Do not use the parking brake, or snow or water accumulated in and around the parking brake mechanism may freeze, making - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 172
economy (fuel consumption, etc.). Your safety and satisfaction depend on the proper use of correct equipment and cautious driving habits. For your safety and the safety of others, you must not overload your vehicle or trailer. Ask your local Toyota dealer for further details before towing. WEIGHT - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 173
. Weight 295 Weight 442 carrying hitch kg (650 lb.) distributing hitch kg (975 lb.) D The hitch must be bolted securely to the vehicle frame and installed according to the hitch manufacturer's instructions. D The hitch ball and king pin should have a light coat of grease. D Toyota recommends - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 174
, wheels or tires. Also, never install a hitch which may interfere with the normal function of an Energy Absorbing Bumper, if so equipped. Trailer Class III II I Typical Trailer Ball Size 2-5/16 in. 2 in. 1-7/8 in. 2. Select the appropriate trailer ball to match or exceed the gross trailer weight - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 175
AND SAFETY CHAINS CAUTION D If the total trailer weight exceeds 453 kg (1000 lb.), trailer brakes are required. D Never tap into your vehicle's hydraulic system as it would lower its braking effectiveness. D Toyota recommends trailers with brakes that conform to any applicable federal and state - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 176
's Manual Supplement/Maintenance Schedule". D The trailer tires should be inflated to the pressure recommended by the trailer manufacturer in respect to the total trailer weight. TRAILER LIGHTS D Before starting out, check operation of the lights and all vehicle- trailer connections. After driving - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 177
"If your vehicle overheats" in Part 4 of this manual. D Avoid jerky steering and sharp turns. The trailer could hit your vehicle in a tight turn. Slow down before making a turn to avoid the necessity of sudden braking. D Remember that when making a turn, the trailer wheels will be closer than the - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 178
7- 2 for instructions. D Slow down and downshift before descending steep or long downhill grades. Do not make sudden downshifts. D Do not carry unneeded weight in your vehicle. Excess weight puts a heavier load on the engine, causing greater fuel consumption. D Avoid holding the brake pedal down - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 179
, 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 lower operating costs, keep all maintenance work on schedule, and if you often drive under severe conditions - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 180
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of your keys work, the system is possibly broken. Call your Toyota dealer. (See "Keys" in Chapter 1- 2.) 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 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 182
ignition coil and/or distributor) 2. If the connectors are O.K., the engine may be flooded because of repeated cranking. See "(b) Starting a flooded engine" for further instructions. If the engine will not start, your engine may be flooded because of repeated cranking. If this happens, turn the key - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 183
. 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 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 184
the following illustration: Do not connect the cable to or near any part that moves when the engine is cranked. If the cause of your battery discharging is not apparent (for example, lights left on), you should have it checked. CAUTION When making the connections, to avoid serious injury, do not - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 185
parking brake. Turn off engine immediately. Call a Toyota dealer for assistance. 5. If the engine drive belt is O.K. and there are no obvious leaks, you may help the engine cool down more quickly by running it at about 1500 rpm for a few minutes with the accelerator pedal lightly depressed. 6. Check - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 186
possibility of personal injury: D Use the jack only for lifting your vehicle during wheel changing. D Do not raise the vehicle with someone in the vehicle. D Follow jacking instructions. D Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the jack. D When raising the vehicle, do - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 187
familiarize yourself with the use of the jack, each of the tools and their storage locations. When storing the jack, put it in place and secure to prevent it from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking. Turn the jack joint by hand. To remove: Turn the joint in direction 1 until the - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 188
on the joint securely. Make sure that the hallow meets the bolt on every joint when you tighten the bolts. 2. Remove the access hole cover on the rear bumper with a flat- blade screwdriver. NOTICE Tighten all the joints securely. Otherwise, the extension may come off and it may damage the paint or - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 189
with the outer side of the wheel facing up and hook the holding bracket as shown in the illustration. Then secure the tire, taking care that the tire goes straight up without catching on any other part, to prevent it from moving during a collision or sudden braking. Check the tire from the side to - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 190
from rolling when it is jacked up. When blocking the wheel, place a wheel block from the front for the front wheels or from the rear for the rear wheels. 3. Remove the wheel ornament. Pry off the wheel ornament, using the beveled end of the wheel ornament remover as shown. 4. Loosen all the - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 191
5. Position the jack at the correct jack point as shown. Front-Under the frame side rail Rear-Under the rear axle housing Make sure the jack is positioned on a level and solid place. Put a jack handle, - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 192
Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone. -Changing wheels 6. After making sure that no one is in the vehicle, raise it high enough so that the spare tire can be installed. Remember you will need more ground clearance when putting on the spare tire than when - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 193
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 to see that the wheel nuts are tight. 8. Reinstall all the wheel nuts finger tight. Reinstall the wheel nuts (tapered end inward) and - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 194
be injured as the vehicle is lowered to the ground. -After changing wheels 11. 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 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 195
using either (a) or (b). Only when you cannot receive a towing service from a Toyota dealer or commercial tow truck service, tow your vehicle carefully in accordance with the instructions given in "-Emergency towing" in this Part. (a) Towing with wheel lift type truck Use a towing dolly under the - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 196
recommend you to have it done by your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck service. If towing service is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be temporarily towed by a cable or chain secured to one of the following parts: Front: Front emergency towing hook Rear: Rear emergency towing - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 197
or chain specifically intended for use in towing vehicles. Securely fasten the cable or chain to the towing hook provided. Before towing, release the parking brake and put the transmission in "N". Unlock the center differential. The key must be in "ACC" (engine off) or "ON" (engine running). 197 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 198
the front Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck service for assistance. 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 override button as follows: 1. Turn the ignition key to position. Make sure the brake - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 199
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 as possible. hole to override of "P" the butIf your keys are locked in the vehicle and you cannot get a duplicate, many Toyota dealers can still open the door - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 200
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Toyota can help ensure longterm corrosion prevention. The most common causes of corrosion to your vehicle are: D Wetness or dampness to certain parts but to prevent corrosion, the following points should be observed: D If you drive on salted roads in the winter or if you live near the ocean, you - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 202
The lower edge of doors, rocker panels and frame members have drain holes which should not be allowed to clog with dirt as trapped water in these areas can cause corrosion. Check the interior of your vehicle. Water and dirt can accumulate under the floor mats and could cause corrosion. Occasionally - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 203
's instructions and precautions. Be sure to polish and wax the chrome trim as well as the paint. 3. Wax the vehicle again when water does not bead but remains on the surface in large patches. NOTICE To prevent damage to the antenna, make sure it is retracted before driving your Toyota through - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 204
the floor carpet (or mat) and cause a malfunction; and it may cause body corrosion. Vinyl interior The dry as possible. Read the shampoo instructions and follow them closely. Seat belts The seat belts may be cleaned with mild panel, and switches Use a soft damp cloth for cleaning. Soak a - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 205
all traces of detergent with a clean damp cloth. After cleaning or whenever any part of the leather gets wet, dry with a soft clean cloth. Allow the leather Keep your vehicle in a shaded area, especially in the summer. z The interior of your vehicle is apt to heat up on hot summer days, so avoid - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 206
z Improper cleaning of the leather upholstery could result in discoloration or staining. If you have any questions about the cleaning of your Toyota, your local Toyota dealer will be pleased to answer them. 206 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 207
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required to be 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 used for maintenance or for the repair of the emission control system be Toyota supplied. The owner - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 209
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 do- it- yourself maintenance can affect your warranty coverage. See Owner's Guide, Owner's Manual Supplement or - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 210
working. Check headlight aim. Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers Check that all service reminder indicators and warning buzzers function properly. Steering wheel Be alert for changes in steering condition, such as hard steering or strange noise. Seats Check that all front seat controls - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 211
information. Exhaust system If you notice any change in the sound of the exhaust or smell exhaust fumes, have the cause located and corrected immediately. (See engine exhaust cautions in Part 2.) Be on the alert for changes in performance, sounds, and visual tip- offs that indicate service is - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 212
D 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 adjustment or repair. CAUTION Do not continue driving with the vehicle unchecked. It could result in serious vehicle damage - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 213
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Part 7 DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Chapter 7- 1 Introduction D Engine compartment overview D Fuse locations D Do- it- yourself service precautions D Parts and tools 214 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 215
Engine compartment overview 1. Engine oil filler cap 2. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Fuse blocks 4. Battery 5. Windshield washer washer fluid tank and rear window 6. Engine oil level dipstick 7. Engine coolant reservoir 8. Electric cooling fan 9. Power steering fluid reservoir 215 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 216
Fuse locations Spare fuses 216 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 217
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 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 218
scratch the glass surface with the wiper frame. z When closing the engine hood, check to see that you have not forgotten any tools, rags, etc. Here is a list of parts and tools you will need on performing do- it- yourself maintenance. Remember all Toyota parts are designed in metric sizes, so your - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 219
brake fluid Tools: D Fuse with same amperage rating as original Adding washer fluid Parts: D Rag or paper towel D Funnel (only for adding fluid) Checking power steering fluid Parts light bulbs Parts: D Rag or paper towel D Funnel (only for adding fluid) Checking battery condition Tools: D Bulb - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 220
Part 7 DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE- Chapter 7- 2 Engine and Chassis D Checking the engine oil level D Checking the engine coolant level D Checking brake fluid D Checking power steering fluid D Checking tire pressure D Checking and replacing tires D Rotating tires D Installing snow tires and chains - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 221
II" or SJ, "Energy- Conserving" multigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil. Recommended viscosity (SAE): z Check the oil level on the dipstick once again after adding the oil. SAE 5W- 30 is the best choice for your vehicle, for good fuel economy, and good starting in cold weather. If - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 222
radiator cap and drain cock and water pump. If you can find no leak, have your Toyota dealer test the cap pressure and check for leaks in the cooling system. API service symbol CAUTION To prevent burning yourself, do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. ILSAC certification mark 222 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 223
system is given in Part 8. We recommend 50% solution be used for your Toyota, or a sufficient quantity to provide protection to about -35_C (-31_F). If the level is low, add SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 brake fluid to the brake reservoir. Refilling brake fluid: 1. Turn the ignition switch - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 224
it counterclockwise and lift up. To reinstall it, turn it clockwise. After replacing the filler cap,visually check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections You may also check the level when the fluid is cold (about room temperature, 10_C-30_C or 50_F-85_F) if the engine has not been - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 225
given in Part 8. You should check the tire pressures every two weeks, or at least once a month. And don't forget the spare! Incorrect tire pressure can reduce tire life and make your vehicle less safe to drive. Low tire pressure results in excessive wear, poor handling, reduced fuel economy, and the - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 226
in loss of control. D Do not use tires or wheels other than the manufacture's mended size. recom- Toyota recommends all four tires, or at least both of the front or rear tires be replaced at a time as a set. See "If you have a flat tire" in Part 4 for tire change procedure. When a tire is replaced - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 227
SELECTION If you need snow tires, select the same size, construction and load capacity as the original tires on your Toyota. Do not use tires other than those mentioned above. Do not install studded tires without first checking local regulations for possible restrictions. SNOW TIRE INSTALLATION Snow - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 228
are available at your Toyota dealer. A wheel of a different size or type may adversely affect 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 and - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 229
, or tires, check that the still tight after driving miles). D When using tire chains, be careful not to damage the aluminum wheels. D Use only the Toyota wheel nuts and wrench designed for wheels. your aluminum D When balancing your wheels, use only Toyota balance weights or equivalent and - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 230
Part 7 DO-IT-YOURSELF MAINTENANCE- Chapter 7- 3 Electrical components D Checking battery condition D Battery recharging precautions D Checking and replacing fuses D Checking the fusible links D Adding washer fluid D Replacing light bulbs Checking battery condition- -Precautions CAUTION BATTERY - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 231
z Be sure the engine and all accessories are off before performing maintenance. z When checking the battery, remove the ground cable from the negative terminal ("-" mark) first and reinstall it last. z Be careful not to cause a short circuit with tools. Type A Green Dark Clear or light yellow Type - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 232
in Chapter 7- 1 for locations of the fuses. Turn the ignition switch and inoperative component off. Pull a suspected fuse straight out and check it. Determine which fuse may be causing the problem. The lid of the fuse box shows the name of the circuit for each fuse. See Part 8 of this manual for the - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 233
to its original clip. It is a good idea to purchase a set of spare fuses and keep them in your vehicle for emergencies. If the new fuse immediately blows out, there is a problem with the electrical system. Have your Toyota dealer correct it as soon as possible. If any washer does not work, the - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 234
ignition switch and light switch are off. Use bulbs with the wattage ratings given in the table. Light bulbs Front fog lights Parking lights Rear turn signal lights Stop and tail lights Back- up lights License plate lights Interior lights Personal lights Type A Type B Glovebox light Door courtesy - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 235
of the bulb base. If the connector is tight, wiggle it. 4. Install a new bulb base by turning it clockwise to the front of the vehicle. LEFT-HAND HEADLIGHT: washer inlet securely. Install the Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb. When aiming adjustment is necessary, contact your Toyota - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 236
the front of the vehicle as shown. 2. Pull the bulb out of the bulb base. If the connector is tight, wiggle it. 3. Install a new bulb base by turning it clockwise to the front of the vehicle. Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb. When aiming adjustment is necessary, contact your Toyota - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 237
-Front turn signal and front side marker lights -Parking lights Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. 237 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 238
-Stop and tail lights Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. 238 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 239
-Rear turn signal, stop and tail, and back-up lights -License plate lights Use a Flat- bladed screwdriver. a: Back-up light b: Rear turn signal light c: Stop and tail light 239 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 240
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Part 8 SPECIFICATIONS D Dimensions and weight D Engine D Fuel D Service specifications D Tires D Fuses Dimensions and weight Overall length Overall width Overall height Wheelbase Front tread Rear tread mm (in.) mm (in.) mm (in.) mm (in.) mm (in.) mm (in.) 4890 (192.5) 1940 (76.4) 1875 (73.8)∗1 2850 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 243
with an Octane Rating as low as 87 (Research Octane Number 91). Fuel tank capacity, L (gal., Imp. gal.): 96 (25.4, 21.1) Service specifications ENGINE Valve clearance (engine cold), mm (in.): Intake 0.15-0.25 (0.006-0.010) Exhaust 0.25-0.35 (0.010-0.014) Spark plug type: DENSO SK20R11 NGK IFR6A11 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 244
90 CHASSIS LUBRICATION Wheel bearings: Lithium base NLGI No. 2 wheel bearing grease, BRAKES Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with the pressure of 490 N (50 kgf, 110 lbf) with the engine running, mm (in.): 116 (4.6) Pedal freeplay, mm (in.): 1-6 (0.04-0.24) Pad wear limit, mm (in.): 1.0 (0.04 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 245
bar, psi): Normal driving Front 220 (2.2, Rear 220 (2.2, Tailer towing Front 220 (2.2, Rear 240 (2.4, Wheel size: 16 x 8JJ Wheel nut torque, N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf): 131 (13.4, 96.6) 32) 32) 32) 35) Fuses Engine compartment Engine compartment Fuses (type A) 1. ALT- S 7.5 A: Charging system 2. AM1 NO - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 246
brake airbag system, seat belt discharge warning light Left side kick panel injection sysfuel injection system, SRS pretensioners, 25. DOME 10 A: Interior lights, personal lights 26. AHC- IG 20 A: No circuit 27. DIFF 20 A: Rear differential lock system 28. GAUGE 15 A: Gauges and meters, service - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 247
50 A: No circuit 44. ACC 50 A: All components in "PWR OUTLET" fuse 45. ABS NO.2 40 A: Anti- lock brake system 46. STARTER 30 A: Starting system 47. POWER 40 A: Power door lock control system, power windows, electric moon roof, power seat Fuses (type C) 48. MAIN 100 A: No circuit 49. ALT 140 A: All - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 248
Part 9 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S. OWNERS AND UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING 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 call the Auto Safety - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 249
Toyota vehicles with information on uniform tire quality grading. Your Toyota norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in this tire is based on braking (straightahead) traction tests and of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 250
Part 10 INDEX 251 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 251
light ...94 Auxiliary boxes ...144 Auxiliary catch, Engine hood ...24 Battery Checking battery condition ...229 Gas caution ...229 Handling safety ...229 Recharging precautions ...231 Winter driving tips ...171 Before starting the engine ...167 Brake pad wear limit indicators ...161 Brake system - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 252
-wheel drive system ...106 Front fog light switch ...84 Front passenger's seat belt reminder light ...94 Front seats ...32 Fuel Filler door opener ...26 Fuel economy ...178 Fuel information ...153 Gauge ...91 Operation in foreign countries ...154 Tank cap ...26 Fuel pump shut- off system ...140 Fuse - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 253
...237,238 Light bulbs, replacing ...233 Lock Back door ...22 Side doors ...13 Steering column ...101 Low fuel level warning light ...94 Luggage cover ...147 Luggage stowage precautions ...161 I Identification Engine ...163 Vehicle ...163 Ignition switch ...101 Ignition switch light ...87 Indicator - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 254
pretensioners ...50 Seat heater switches ...43 Seats ...31 Service and maintenance ...207 Service reminder indicators ...94 Side door locks ...13 Spare fuse ...231 Spare tire ...187 Spark plugs Iridium- tipped spark plugs ...158 Specifications ...241 SRS airbag warning light ...94 SRS airbags ...52 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 255
U Unengaged "Park" warning light ...94 V Voltmeter ...93 Vanity mirrors ...79 W Warning buzzers ...94 Washer fluid Adding washer fluid ...232 Washing and waxing ...202 Wheels Aluminum wheel ...228 Windshield wiper and washer switch ...87 Winter driving tips ...171 256 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 256
drive Toyotas. We 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 - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 257
control systems warranty D Others For further information, please refer to the separate "Owner's 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 for Toyota vehicles - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 258
system, electronic throttle control system, cruise control system, anti- lock brake system, SRS airbag system and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation. On- pavement and off- road driving - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 259
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Safety and vehicle damage warnings In this manual, you will see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings. These are used in in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your vehicle and its equipment. In this manual, you will also see a circle with a slash through it. This means "Do not", "Do not do - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 261
186 D If your vehicle needs to be towed ...195 D Tips for driving during break-in period ...152 D How to start the engine ...167 D General maintenance ...209 D Complete index ...251 U −1 Gas station information Fuel type: Premium UNLEADED gasoline, Octane Rating 91 (Research Octane Number 96) or - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 262
your vehicle and enables you to correctly perform your own maintenance. The best way to keep your new vehicle in top running order is to maintain it properly from the moment you drive it off the showroom floor. The Toyota authorized Repair Manual is packed with literally everything you need to know - 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 263
covered include such things as spark plug re− placement, valve clearance adjustment and engine oil and filter replacement. Where to obtain the Repair Manual The repair manual for LAND CRUISER, written in English, may be purchased as applicable from any Toyota dealer. Pub. Name: 1998 LAND CRUISER