1999 Toyota Land Cruiser Owners Manual
1999 Toyota Land Cruiser Manual
1999 Toyota Land Cruiser manual content summary:
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New L/C100(U) 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 instrument panel on the 1 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 2
vents 2. Side defroster outlets 3. Instrument cluster 4. Center vents 5. Electric moon personal lights 6. Glove box 7. Power door lock switches 8. Power window switches 9. Automatic transmission selector lever 10. Seat heater switches 11. Parking brake lever 12. Second start mode selector button and - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 3
11. Rear air conditioning switch 12. Rear heater switch 13. Rear window defogger switch 14. Center differential lock switch 15. Manual tilt steering lock release lever 16. Power tilt and telescopic steering switch 17. Instrument panel light control dial 18. Rear differential lock switch 19. Power - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 4
New L/C100(U) "Lower part of center cluster panel 1. Ashtray 2. Cigarette lighter 3. Power outlet 4 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 5
New L/C100(U) 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 6
∗1 Low fuel level warning light∗1 Anti- lock brake system warning light∗1 Open door warning light∗1 Unengaged "Park" warning light∗1 Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light∗1 SRS airbag warning light∗1 Turn signal indicator lights Headlight high beam indicator light Overdrive- off - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 7
New L/C100(U) Cruise control indicator light∗2 Automatic transmission indicator lights ∗1 : ∗2 : For details, see "Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers" in Chapter 1- 5. If this light flashes, see "Cruise control" in Chapter 1- 6. 7 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 8
New L/C100(U) 8 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 9
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 Master key (black)-This key works in every lock. Your - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 10
the key with other transponder keys around (including keys of other vehicles) and do not 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 11
New L/C100(U) Engine immobiliser system z Do not cover the key grip with any material that cuts off electromagnetic waves. z Do not knock the key hard against other objects. z Do not leave the key exposed to high temperatures for a long period, such as on the dashboard and hood under the direct - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 12
own duplicate key, you will not be able to cancel the system or start the engine. The system is automatically set when the key is removed from the ignition switch. The indicator light will start flashing every 2 second to show the system is set. If either of the following indicator conditions occurs - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 13
WITH KEY Insert the key into the keyhole and turn it. To lock: Turn the key forward. To unlock: Turn the key backward. All the side doors and back door lock and unlock simultaneously with either front side door. In the driver's door lock, turning the key once will unlock the driver's door and twice - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 14
this feature whenever small children are in the vehicle. 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 outside, the switch will not work until the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 15
slowly and securely. To lock: Push the "LOCK" switch. All the side doors and back door 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 16
an electronic 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 17
pursuant to Part 15 of instructions the receiving antenna. -Increase REPLACING THE BATTERY For replacement, use a lithium battery CR1616 and a special screwdriver. CAUTION Special care should be taken that small children do not swallow the removed battery or components. NOTICE CAUTION Changes - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 18
New L/C100(U) 1. Remove the screw, and then the cover. 2. Remove frame. the module from the key 3. Remove the 2 screws to take out the lid of the module. Take out the discharged battery and put a new battery with the positive side up. NOTICE Do not bend the terminals. 18 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 19
light comes on. NOTICE z Make sure the positive side and negative side of the battery should be faced correctly. z Be careful not to bend the electrode of the battery the "ON" position. Key off operation: If both front doors are closed, they work for 45 seconds even after the ignition switch is - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 20
New L/C100(U) CAUTION Window lock button 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 21
Manual quarter windows CAUTION To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following. Power quarter windows D Always make sure the head, hands and other parts use the power window switches without supervision. Use the window lock switch to prevent them from making unexpected use of the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 22
the power door lock switch simultaneously locks or unlocks all the side doors and back door (see "Side doors"). Pull the handle and pull down the lower side of the back door. When closing the back door, make sure it is fully closed. See "Luggage stowage precautions" in Part 2 for precautions to - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 23
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 road users must be warned of - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 24
the vehicle during an accident. It also helps prevent the doors from being opened unintentionally. BACK DOOR CHILD- PROTECTOR Move the lock lever to the "LOCK" position as shown on the label. This feature allows you to lock a back door so it can be opened from the outside only, not from inside. We - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 25
if any of the side doors, back door or hood is forcibly unlocked or opened or the battery terminal is disconnected and then reconnected when the vehicle is locked. The alarm blows the horn intermittently and flashes the headlights and tail lights. SETTING THE SYSTEM 1. Turn the ignition key to the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 26
the key or wireless remote control key, or if the back door or hood is forcibly opened D If the battery terminal is disconnected and then reconnected The indicator light will come on when the system is activating. D Turn the ignition key from the "LOCK" to "ON" position. D Unlock any of the side - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 27
Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap for replacement. It has a builtin check valve to reduce fuel tank vacuum. 1. To open the fuel filler door, pull the lever. When refueling, turn off the engine. CAUTION 2. To remove the fuel tank cap, turn the cap slowly counterclockwise, then pause slightly - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 28
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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 29
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 While the closed. D 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 - 1999 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 event of emergency braking or a - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 32
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 catch and backward to make sure it is locked in position. D After adjusting the seatback, exert body pressure to make sure it is locked in position. D Do not put - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 33
that position. Do not place anything under the front seats. It might interfere with the seat and the passenger are sitting up straight and well back in the seats. If you are reclined, the SUPPORT ADJUSTING SWITCH Push the control switch on either side. The amount of lumber support will change - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 34
a frontal or rear collision when the passengers are sitting up staright and well back in the seats. If you are reclined, the lap belt may slide past third seat, do this; Push the seat back angle adjusting lever and pull the seat cushion lock release lever or pull the strap. After passengers are - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 35
New L/C100(U) -Folding up second seat CAUTION After returning the seat, make sure the seat is securely locked by pushing forward and rearward on the top of the seatback or by trying to pull up the edge of the bottom cushion. BEFORE FOLDING - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 36
to the lowest position and pull up the center head restraint. Unlock the seatback and fold it down. Vehicles without third seats-Folding up the rear seats will enlarge the luggage compartment. See "Luggage stowage precautions" in Part 2 for precautions to observe for loading luggage. 2. Unlock - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 37
position and are ready to use. D Make sure that the seat is securely locked by pushing forward and rearward on the top of the seatback or by trying to 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 38
belts provide maximum protection in a frontal or rear collision when the passengers are sitting up straight and well back in the seats. If you are reclined, the lap belt may slide past your hips and apply After adjusting the seatback, exert body pressure to make sure it is locked in position. 38 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 39
position. Unlock the seatback 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 and slide the whole seat to the rear- most position while pulling - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 40
. D Make sure that the seat is securely locked by pushing forward and rearward on the top of the edge of the bottom cushion. Be certain to replace head restraint. Failure to do so will prevent seat hole. 5. Remove the seat striker covers from the back of the seat cushion, and install them over the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 41
stowage precautions" in Part 2 for precautions to observe for loading luggage. Remove the seat striker covers from the back of the seat cushion floor and install them in the back of the seat cushion. D After folding or installing the seat, push it forward and backward to make sure it is locked in - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 42
button. Front head restraint only-You can also move the head restraint forward or backward. If such adjustment is desired, pull or push the head restraint. Rear center head restraint-When an occupant sits on the rear center seat, always pull up the rear center head restraint to the lock position - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 43
, benzine, alcohol, gasoline, etc.). They may damage the heater and seat surface. z To prevent the battery from being discharged, turn the switch on when the engine is running. Left side front seat D Baby, small child, elderly person, sick person or handicapped person D Persons who have delicate - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 44
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 not disassemble - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 45
belts. (See "Cleaning the interior" in Part 5.) If the seat belt cannot be locked in that position and cannot be extended. This feature is used to hold the child restraint system back in the seat. fasten your belt, pull it out of the tractor and insert the tab into buckle. up To rethe D Replace - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 46
belt is positioned across the center of your shoulder. The and cause serious injuries in a collision. Take up slack Too high Keep as low on hips as possible Seat belts with an Push in the lock release button and slide the anchor down. After adjustment, make sure the anchor is locked in position. - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 47
belt CAUTION Lengthen D High- positioned lap belts 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 a click when the tab locks into - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 48
New L/C100(U) CAUTION Too high D After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap and a snug fit. To release the belt, press the buckle- release button. CAUTION High- positioned and loose- fitting lap belts could cause serious injuries due to sliding under - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 49
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 hear a click when the tab locks into the buckle. When releasing the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 50
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 and power sources. (For details, see "Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 51
injury. Failure to follow these 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 52
belt pretensioner assembly is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged. This front seat belt pretensioner system has a service reminder indicator to inform the driver of operating problems. If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates a malfunction of the airbags or pretensioners - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 53
as far back as possible from the steering wheel while still maintaining control of the vehicle. D The front passenger sit as far back as possible light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, inflators, warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. (For details, see "Service - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 54
be sure to always wear seat belts. Collision from the side Collision from the rear Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or hard material Falling into or jumping over a deep hole Vehicle rollover Landing hard or vehicle falling The SRS airbags are not designed to inflate if the vehicle is subjected - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 55
does not indicate a fire. This gas is system is designed to reduce serious injuries, it may also cause minor burns or abrasions and swellings. Parts system mainly consists of the following components and their locations are shown in the illustration. 1. Front airbag sensors 2. SRS airbag warning light - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 56
death or serious injuries or being thrown out of the vehicle. For instructions and precautions concerning the seat belt system, see "Seat belts" in this chapter. 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 57
seat 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. For instructions concerning the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 58
player z Modification of the suspension system z Modification of the front end structure z Attachment of a grille guard (bull bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow, winches or any other equipment to the front end z Repairs made on or near the front fenders, front end structure, console, steering column - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 59
system has a service reminder indicator to inform the driver of operating problems. 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 60
when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat. D Make sure that you have complied with all installation instructions provided by the child restraint manufacturer and that the system is properly secured. A child restraint system for a small child or baby must itself be properly - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 61
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 After installing the child restraint system, make sure it is secured in place following the manufacturer's instructions - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 62
New L/C100(U) -Installation with 2- point type seat belt (A) Infant seat (C) Booster seat (A) INFANT SEAT INSTALLATION An infant seat is used in rear- facing position only. (B) Convertible seat 62 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 63
the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap and not function 1. Run the center lap belt through or around the infant seat following the instructions provided by its manufacturer a rear- facing child restraint system on the third seat if it interferes with the lock mechanism of the second seats - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 64
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. 64 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 65
system on the third seat if it interferes with the lock mechanism of the second seats. This can cause severe injury to the child and passengers sitting second seats in case of sudden braking or a collision. 1. Run the center lap belt through or around the convertible seat following the instructions - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 66
D After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap and shoulder portions of the belt is not 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. 66 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 67
- 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 the child. 67 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 68
if it interferes 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 69
. To hold the infant seat securely, make sure the belt is in the lock mode before letting the belt retract. 3. While pressing against the seat let the child restraint system in different directions to be sure it is secure. Follow all the installation instructions provided by its manufacturer. 69 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 70
's age and size. When installing, follow 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 71
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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 72
is fixed. 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it in the lock mode. When the belt is then retracted even slightly, it cannot be extended To hold the convertible seat securely, make sure the belt is in the lock mode before letting the belt retract. 3. While pressing the convertible seat firmly - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 73
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 or older child passenger. (C) BOOSTER SEAT INSTALLATION A booster seat is used in forward- facing position only. 73 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 74
back D High- positioned 1. Sit the child on a booster seat. Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the booster seat and child following the instructions system should be allowed to put on the front seat only when it is unavoidable. Always move the seat as far back buckle are locked and that - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 75
the seat until the seat belt is fixed. 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 76
New L/C100(U) Power tilt and telescopic steering wheel CAUTION Do not adjust the steering column while the vehicle is moving. ADJUSTMENT TILT OF STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT OF TELESCOPIC STEERING COLUMN To adjust the steering column length, push the control switch forward or backward to set the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 77
New L/C100(U) Outside rear view mirrors- CAUTION -Power rear view mirror control D Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. It may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in personal injuries. D Since the mirror surfaces can get hot, keep your - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 78
mirror, push backward. Adjust the mirror so that you 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 79
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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 80
New L/C100(U) -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. 80 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 81
New L/C100(U) 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 82
. NOTICE 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 83
return it by hand after you change lanes. To signal a lane change, move the lever up or down to the pressure point (position 2) and hold it. If the turn signal indicator lights (green lights) on the instrument panel flash faster than normal, a front or rear turn signal bulb is burned out. To turn - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 84
L/C100(U) 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 85
SYSTEM Center- With the switch in the "DOOR" position, the light comes on when either side or back door is opened. After all the doors are closed, the light remains on for a certain time and then goes out. However, in the following cases, the light goes out immediately: D All the doors are locked - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 86
the cut off operation by: CENTER PERSONAL LIGHTS To turn on the center personal light, push the switch on 1 side. To turn the lights off, push the switch on 2 side. ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM With the switch in the "DOOR" position, the light comes on when either side or back door is opened. After all - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 87
and washer D Turning the key to the "ACC" position. D Opening or closing any of side doors and back door D Turning off all the "ON" lights. All the lights are cut off when all the doors are locked by key or wireless remote control key. The key must be in the "OFF" position. For easy - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 88
toward you. If the windshield wipers are off, they will operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. For instructions on adding washer fluid, see "Adding washer fluid" in Chapter 7- 3. In freezing weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before using the washer. This will help prevent - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 89
the defoggers on for a long time could cause the battery to discharge, especially during stop- and- go driving. 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 90
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 rain water or for melting snow. If the outside - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 91
L/C100(U) Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Chapter 1- 5 Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators D Fuel gauge D Engine gauge D Voltmeter D Tachometer D Odometer and two trip meters D Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers coolant temperature Fuel gauge If the fuel tank - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 92
. z Do not continue driving with an overheated engine. See "If your vehicle overheats" in Part 4. The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature when the ignition switch is on. The engine operating temperature will vary with changes in weather and engine load. If the needle points to the red - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 93
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. If the needle reads below or above the normal range while the engine is running, it indicates the charging system needs immediate repair. However - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 94
Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers If the indicator or buzzer comes on...Do this. (a) If parking brake is off, stop and check. (Indicator and buzzer) (b) Fasten driver's seat (Indicator and buzzer) belt . (c) Fasten front trip meter to calculate the fuel economy and the other to measure - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 95
and back door. 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 warning The light may stay on for about 60 seconds after the engine is started - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 96
Front Passenger's minder Light Seat Belt Re- a. The fuel tank is completely empty. (See "Fuel gauge" in Chapter 1- 5 for instructions.) b. The fuel tank cap is not tightened securely. (See "Fuel tank cap" in Chapter 1- 2 for instructions.) c. There is a problem somewhere in your engine electrical - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 97
New L/C100(U) (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. However, it is normal if the light goes out. The light will come on - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 98
parts monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service LOCK" position. CHECKING SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (except the low fuel level warning light) 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Open one of the side doors or back door. The open door warning light - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 99
Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Chapter 1-6 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 100
Position for engine braking Position for stronger engine braking than that in "2" position With the brake pedal depressed, shift while holding the lock release "O/D OFF" indicator light on the instrument panel shows the overdrive switch is off Shift while holding the lock release button in Driving - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 101
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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 102
. Be sure to turn the switch on immediately afterward. km/h (mph) Transmission Transfer L H 2 ...42 (26) 104 (65) L ...23 (14) 57 (35) D When towing a trailer, in order to maintain engine braking efficiency, do not use overdrive. 102 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 103
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, see "If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever" in Part - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 104
If the indicator light does not go off when you push out the center differential lock button, drive straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating, or drive in reverse. See "(b) Shifting procedure" for further instructions. In the "2nd STRT" (Second start) mode, the transmission system shifts up - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 105
wheel spinning occurs in a ditch or on a slippery or ragged surface. This differential lock system is effective in case one of the rear wheels is spinning. First shift the four- wheel drive control into "L" with the center differential locked to see if you can move forward. If this does not work - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 106
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 start the engine. CAUTION - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 107
light is off. Cruise control The cruise control allows you to cruise the vehicle at a desired speed over 40 km/h (25 mph) even with your foot off the accelerator pedal. Your cruising speed can be maintained up or down grades within the limits of engine performance, although a slight speed change - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 108
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 or tap it down for a slower speed. Each tap changes the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1.0 mph). You above cases, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer at - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 109
speed with the cruise control lever or depress the brake pedal. If you use the brake pedal, cruise control is cancelled. RESUMING THE PRESET is some 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 110
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L/C100(U) 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 112
of the front and rear sound levels is also important. Keep in mind that if you are listening to a stereo recording or broadcast, changing the turning off the audio system by pushing "PWR·VOL" or turning the ignition key to "LOCK" position. Some models also have an antenna printed on the inside - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 113
, 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. Do not insert anything except a compact disc into the slot. 113 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 114
New L/C100(U) -Using your audio system: controls and features Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows. 114 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 115
to eject a compact disc. After you turn the ignition to "LOCK", you will be able to eject a cassette or disc but you 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 116
the front and rear, and the right and left speakers. For front/rear adjustment system changes between built- in single disc player and automatic changer. If the player malfunctions, your audio system the display, it indicates there is a trouble inside the system. Eject the disc or magazine. Set the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 117
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) feature. There must be at least 3 seconds of blank space between tracks in order for the repeat feature to work correctly. MTL (Metal) Display If a metal - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 118
the display. The player will repeat all the tracks on the disc you are listening to. When the disc ends, the player will automatically go back to the top track of the disc and replay. This process will be continued until you push the button again to turn off the repeat - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 119
next track and begin to play. Push the button a second time to turn off the skip feature. ST (Stereo reception) display Your radio automatically changes to stereo reception when a stereo broadcast is received. "ST" appears on the display. If the signal becomes weak, the radio reduces the amount of - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 120
the correct audio system operation: z Be careful not to spill beverages over the audio system. z Do change constantly as your vehicle moves. Here are some common reception problems that probably do not indicate a problem possible for two signals to reach your antenna at the same time. If this happens - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 121
, or electrical motors. This results in static. CARING FOR YOUR CASSETTE PLAYER AND TAPES For high performance from your cassette player and tapes: Clean the tape head and other parts regularly. Use high- quality cassettes. D Low- quality cassette tapes can cause many problems, including poor - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 122
the player correctly as instructed. D Handle compact discs pin hole, hold the disc up to the light.) A new disc may have rough edges on disc and cause sound skipping or other problems. D Remove discs from the compact water. Wipe in a straight line from the center to the edge of the disc (not in - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 123
New L/C100(U) 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 123 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 124
in. This is to clean up the front view more quickly. When the "A/C" button is not pressed in, turning the air flow control knob to another position turns off the air conditioning. 2. Bi- level-Air flows from both the floor vents and the instrument panel vents. 3. Floor-Air flows mainly from the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 125
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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 126
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 leaves or snow, for example). D On humid days, do not - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 127
knob to "OFF" or pressing in the "A/C" button turns off the air conditioning system. Air conditioning For best results, set controls to: Fan speed-"AUTO" Temperature-To the desired temperature Air intake-FRESH (outside air) Air flow-"AUTO" Turning the fan speed selector knob to "AUTO" position - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 128
is to clean up the front view more quickly. When the "A/C" button is not pressed in, turning the air flow control knob to another position turns off the air conditioning. Center vents D To heat the vehicle interior while defrosting the windshield, floor/windshield air flow. choose D On humid days - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 129
New L/C100(U) Lower vent If air flow control is not satisfactory, check the instrument panel vents. The instrument panel vents may be opened or closed as shown. 129 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 130
New L/C100(U) Rear heater system 1. Fan Speed Selector 2. Temperature Selector 130 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 131
New L/C100(U) 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 132
New L/C100(U) 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 132 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 133
cool. "OFF" button Push the button to turn off the rear air conditioning system. Air flow selector Press one of vents used for will illuminate mode is being the buttons to select the air flow. An indicator light to show which air flow selected. In automatic operation, you do not have to select the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 134
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Break- in period D Fuel D Operation in foreign countries D Three- way catalytic converter D Engine exhaust cautions D Facts about consumption D Brake system D Brake pad wear limit indicators D Luggage stowage precautions D Rear step bumper D Limited- slip differential D Your Toyota's identification - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 136
km (1000 miles) can add to the future economy and long life of your vehicle: D Avoid drive over 88 km/h (55 mph). D Run the engine at moderate speed between 2000 and 4000 rpm. D Avoid Always slow down in gusty crosswinds. Because of its high center of gravity, your vehicle is more sensitive to - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 137
, this will lead to engine damage. If your engine knocks...If you detect heavy knocking even when using the recommended fuel, or if you hear steady knocking while holding a steady speed on level roads, consult your Toyota dealer. However, now and then, you may notice light knocking for a short time - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 138
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. Gasohol may cause paint damage. FUEL TANK CAPACITY 96 L (25.4 gal., 21.1 Imp. gal.) 138 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 139
running order. Malfunctions in the engine electrical 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 140
hit something, or notice a change in the sound of the exhaust, have the system checked immediately. D If you smell exhaust fumes in the vehicle, drive with the windows open and the back door closed. Have the cause immediately located and corrected. D Do not run the engine in a garage or enclosed - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 141
with fuel or moisture, making it appear that the oil level has not changed. The diluting ingredients evaporate out when the vehicle is then driven at high speeds, as on an expressway, making it appear that oil is excessively consumed after driving at high speeds. IMPORTANCE OF ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 142
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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 143
with all due care, because the anti- lock brake system cannot overcome the laws of physics that act on your vehicle: 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 the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 144
the anti- lock brake system will not operate. the rear differential locked. Even if the anti-lock brake system should fail, the brake system will still operate conventionally. However, when the "ABS" warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti- lock brake system is not - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 145
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 by - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 146
in the event of sudden braking or a collision. NOTICE Do not load the vehicle beyond the vehicle capacity weight given in Part 8. D Do not vehicle occupants. The rear step bumper is for rear end protection and easier step- up loading. To get on the rear step bumper, use the shaded area between - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 147
dealer. CAUTION Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by a jack. The vehicle could be driven off the jack and could pose a danger or result in serious injury. NOTICE Use only a spare tire of the same size, construction and load capacity as the original tires on your Toyota - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 148
New L/C100(U) -Engine number Theft prevention labels Your new vehicle carries theft prevention labels which are approximately 56 mm (2.20 in.) by 16 mm (0.63 in.). The purpose of these labels is to reduce the incidence of vehicle thefts by facilitating the tracing and recovery of parts from stolen - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 149
vehicle is originally equipped with. 1. Summer tires Summer tires are high- speed capability tires best suited to highway driving under dry conditions , we recommend using snow tires. If installing snow tires, be sure to replace all four tires. 2. All season tires All season tires are designed to - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 150
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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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 152
(b) Starting the engine Before starting the engine, be sure to follow the instructions in "(a) Before cranking". Normal starting procedure The multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system in your engine automatically controls the proper air- fuel mixture for starting - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 153
, downshifting or braking on a slippery surface. Sudden acceleration or engine braking could cause the vehicle to spin or skid. D State and Local Parks and Recreation Departments D State Motor Vehicle Bureau D Recreational Vehicle Clubs D U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management 153 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 154
may damage brake system components. z Always perform a maintenance inspection after each day of off- road driving that has taken you through rough terrain, sand, mud, or water. For scheduled maintenance information, refer to the separate "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 155
reduce the capacity of any battery, so it must be in top shape to provide 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. NOTICE Do not use engine antifreeze or - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 156
an adverse effect on handling, performance, braking, durability and driving economy (fuel consumption, etc.). Your safety and satisfaction use a sway control device with sufficient capacity. The combination of the gross trailer weight added to the total weight of the vehicle, occupants and vehicle - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 157
in the vehicle body to prevent entry of pollutants such as exhaust fumes, dirt, water, etc. D The load on either the front or rear axle resulting from distribution of the gross vehicle weight on both axles must not exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the Certification Label. 157 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 158
may interfere with the normal function of an Energy Absorbing Bumper, if so equipped. Trailer Class Typical Trailer Ball Size III 2-5/16 in. II 2 in. I 1-7/8 in. 2. Select the appropriate trailer ball to match or exceed the gross trailer weight rating of the trailer. The trailer ball load rating - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 159
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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 160
in the "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement". 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 161
engine coolant temperature gauge indicates overheating, immediately turn off the 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 changing lanes. D In order to maintain engine braking efficiency, do not use the "D" - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 162
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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 163
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 lower operating costs, keep all maintenance work on - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 164
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, 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 the light is out - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 166
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. CAUTION D Batteries NOTICE Do not crank for more - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 167
. 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 168
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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 169
a few minutes with the accelerator pedal lightly depressed. 6. Check the coolant reservoir. If it is dry, add coolant to the reservoir while the engine is running. Fill it about half full. CAUTION If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not work so steering - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 170
well away from the traffic. Avoid stopping on the center divider of a highway. Park on a level spot with firm ground. 2. Stop the engine and emergency flashers. turn on your D Stop the vehicle on a level firm ground, firmly set the parking brake and put the transmission in reverse. Block the wheel - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 171
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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 172
. 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. To protect the paint, place several sheets of paper over the paintwork. NOTICE Tighten all the joints securely. Otherwise, the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 173
it counterclockwise with pushing it to the front lightly. 4. After the tire is lowered completely to the ground, remove the holding bracket as shown in 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 see that - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 174
opposite the flat tire to keep the vehicle 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 175
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, - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 176
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 double- check that it is properly positioned. 7. Remove the wheel nuts and change tires. - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 177
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 (tapered end inward) and tighten them as much as you can by hand. Press back on the tire and see if you can tighten them more. 9. Lower the vehicle - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 178
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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 179
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 safety chain system for all towing, and abide by the state/provincial and local laws. The wheels and axle on the ground must be in - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 180
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 hook Use extreme - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 181
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). 181 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 182
shift automatic transmission selector lever D Remove the sand soil in the front and the back of the tires. D Place stones or wood under the tires. the brake pedal is depressed, use the shift lock override button as follows: 1. Turn the ignition key to position. Make sure the brake is on. "LOCK" - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 183
4. Shift into "N" position. 5. Reinstall 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 as possible. hole to override of "P" the butIf your keys are locked in the vehicle and you cannot get a duplicate - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 184
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cause corrosion even though other parts of the vehicle may be dry. D High temperatures will cause corrosion to those components of the vehicle which are chemicals will accelerate corrosion, as will the presence of salt in the air near the seacoast or in areas of industrial pollution. Wash your - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 186
High Check the interior of your vehicle. Water and dirt can accumulate under the floor mats and could cause corrosion. Occasionally check under the mats , which come as near to the ground as possible, are the best. We paint or corrosion to the body and parts. Wash your vehicle as soon as possible - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 187
, mixed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Use a soft cotton mitt and gloss, especially on darker colors. The manager of To prevent damage to the antenna, make sure it is bumpers if your vehicle is re- painted and placed in a high heat paint waxing booth. High temperatures could damage the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 188
the interior CAUTION Do not wash the vehicle floor with water, or allow water to get onto the floor when cleaning the vehicle interior or exterior. Water may get into audio components or other electrical components above or under the floor carpet (or mat) and cause a malfunction; and it may cause - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 189
with 5% solution of neutral detergent for wool. Then thoroughly wipe off 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 to dry in a ventilated shaded area. z Mildew may develop on soiled - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 190
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to be serviced at regular intervals. For details of your maintenance schedule, read the separate "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement". It is recommended that any replacement parts used for maintenance or for the repair of the emission control system be Toyota supplied - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 192
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 do- it- yourself maintenance can affect your - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 193
lights are all 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 194
or "COLD" range depending on the fluid temperature. See Chapter 7- 2 for additional 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 195
New L/C100(U) 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 196
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New L/C100(U) Part 7 DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Chapter 7- 1 Introduction D Engine compartment overview D Fuse locations D Do- it- yourself precautions D Parts and tools service 197 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 198
New L/C100(U) Engine compartment overview 1. Engine oil filler cap 2. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Fuse blocks 4. Battery 5. Windshield fluid tank and rear window washer 6. Engine oil level dipstick 7. Engine coolant reservoir 8. Electric cooling fan 9. Power steering fluid reservoir 198 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 199
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or allow open flames around fuel or the battery. Their fumes are flammable. D Dispose of used oil and filter only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do not dispose of used oil and filter in household trash, in sewers or onto the ground. Call your dealer or a service station for information concerning - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 201
be damaged. z Do not drive with the air cleaner filter removed, or excessive engine wear could result. Also backfiring could cause a fire in the engine compartment. z Be careful not to scratch the glass surface with the wiper frame. z When closing the engine hood, check to see that you have not - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 202
(for winter use) Tools: D Funnel Replacing light bulbs Parts: D Rag or paper towel D Funnel (only for adding fluid) Checking battery condition Tools: D Bulb with same number and wattage rating as original (See charts in "Replacing light bulbs" in Chapter 7- 3.) Tools: D D D D Warm water - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 203
New L/C100(U) Part 7 DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE- Chapter 7- 2 Engine and Chassis D Checking the engine oil level D Checking level the engine coolant Checking the engine oil level Low level Full level Add oil O.K. Too full D Checking brake fluid D Checking power steering fluid D Checking tire - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 204
API grade 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 205
after replenishing, there may be a leak in the system. Visually check the radiator, hoses, 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 ILSAC certification mark 205 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 206
New L/C100(U) Checking brake fluid CAUTION To prevent burning yourself, do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Coolant type selection Use of improper coolants may damage your engine cooling system. Your coolant must contain ethylene- glycol type coolant for a proper corrosion - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 207
brake fluid. Once opened, brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air, and excess moisture can cause a dangerous loss of braking. If hot add If cold add NOTICE If you spill the fluid, be sure to wipe it off to prevent it from damaging the parts or painting. If hot O.K. Open Close If cold O.K. Check - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 208
. After replacing the filler cap,visually check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or damage. Keep your tire pressures at the proper level. The recommended cold tire pressures, tire size and the vehicle capacity weight are given in Part 8. You should check the tire - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 209
calibration, ground clearance, and clearance between the body and tires or snow chains. 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, the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 210
, construction and load capacity as the original tires without first checking local regulations road grip capability between the front and rear tires which could install them in the same direction when replacing. D Do not drive with the Part 4 for tire change procedure. When rotating tires, check - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 211
the use of tire chains vary according to location or type of road, so always check them before installing chains. CHAIN INSTALLATION Install the chains on the rear tires as tightly as possible. Do not use tire chains on the front tires. Retighten chains after driving 0.5-1.0 km (1/4-1/2 mile). When - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 212
, brake cooling, speedometer/odometer calibration, stopping ability, headlight aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire or snow chain clearance to the body and chassis. Replacement with used wheels is not recommended as they may have been subjected to rough treatment or high mileage - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 213
New L/C100(U) 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 214
New L/C100(U) -Checking battery exterior Terminals Ground cable -Checking battery fluid NOTICE 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 215
headlights or other electrical components do not work, check the fuses. If any of the fuses are blown, they must be replaced. Good Type C Blown D Only do a slow charge (5 A or less). Charging at a quicker rate is dangerous. The battery may explode, causing personal injuries. See "Fuse locations - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 216
New L/C100(U) Adding washer fluid Type A fuses can be pulled out by the pull- out tool. The location of the pull- out tool is shown in the illustration. If you are not sure whether the fuse has blown, try replacing the suspected fuse with one that you know is good. If the fuse has blown, push a new - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 217
inlet. Be careful not to spill the washer fluid over the "NORMAL" level. Do not place the washer inlet on the engine or battery. NOTICE Only use a bulb of the listed type. Light bulbs Headlights (high) Headlights (low) Front turn signal and front side marker lights Bulb No. 9005 9006 1157NA 217 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 218
. 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 dealer. 218 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 219
-Front fog lights 1. Turn the bulb base counterclockwise to 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 220
New L/C100(U) -Front turn signal and front side marker lights -Parking lights Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. 220 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 221
New L/C100(U) -Stop and tail lights Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. 221 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 222
New L/C100(U) -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 222 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 223
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New L/C100(U) 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) - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 226
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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 227
type: Automatic transmission fluid DEXRONRIII (DEXRONRII) TRANSFER Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.) 1.3 (1.4, 1.1) Oil type: Gear oil API GL- 4 or GL- 5 Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 75W- 90 DIFFERENTIAL Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): Front 1.7 (1.8, 1.5) Rear With rear differential lock system - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 228
32) 32) 35) Fuses Engine compartment Engine compartment Fuses (type A) 1. ALT- S 7.5 A: Charging system 2. AM1 NO.2 20 A: Starting system, turn signal lights, emergency flashers, all components in "CIGAR", "ECU- IG", "MIRR", "SRS" fuses 3. A.C 20 A: Air conditioning system 4. POWER HTR 10 A: No - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 229
and meters, air conditioning system, automatic light control system, theft deterrent system 17. HEAD (LH- UPR) 20 headlight (high beam) A: Left- hand 24. IGN 10 A: Multiport fuel tem/sequential multiport system, anti- lock brake airbag system, seat belt discharge warning light injection sysfuel - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 230
A: Anti- lock brake system, shift lock system, power seats, power antenna, power tilt and telescopic steering system 41. PWR OUTLET 15 A: Power outlets Fuses (type B) 42. ABS NO.1 40 A: Anti- lock brake system 43. AHC 50 A: No circuit 44. ACC 50 A: All components in "PWR OUTLET" fuse 45. ABS NO.2 40 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 231
New L/C100(U) Part 9 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S. OWNERS AND UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING a group of 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, - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 232
due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and to this tire is based on braking (straight ahead) traction tests and test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 233
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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 234
systems warranty D Others For further information, please refer to the separate "Owner's Warranty Information Booklet" or "Owner's Manual Supplement". Accessories, spare parts governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 235
fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 236
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equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed what you must or must not do 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 this - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 238
detailed information. Fuel tank capacity: 96 L (25.4 gal., 21.1 lmp. gal.) Engine oil: API grade SJ, "Energy- Conserving" multigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recommended. See page 204 for detailed information. Automatic transmission fluid: Automatic transmission fluid D- II or - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 239
new vehicle as the people who built it. The Toyota authorized Repair Manual tells you how to maintain your vehicle and enables you to correctly perform 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 240
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, writ− ten in English, may be purchased as applicable from any Toyota dealer. Pub. Name: 1999 LAND CRUISER Repair Manual Pub. No.: RM661U1 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 241
New L/C100(U) 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 instrument panel on the 1 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 242
3. Instrument cluster 4. Center vents 5. Electric moon personal lights 6. Glove box 7. Power door lock switches 8. Power window brake lever 13. Second start mode selector button and driving pattern selector button 14. Four- wheel drive control lever 15. Lower vent 16. Hood lock release lever 17. Fuel - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 243
11. Rear air conditioning switch 12. Rear heater switch 13. Rear window defogger switch 14. Center differential lock switch 15. Manual tilt steering lock release lever 16. Power tilt and telescopic steering switch 17. Instrument panel light control dial 18. Rear differential lock switch 19. Power - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 244
New L/C100(U) "Lower part of center cluster panel 1. Ashtray 2. Cigarette lighter 3. Power outlet 4 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 245
New L/C100(U) 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 246
lamp∗1 Low fuel level warning light∗1 SRS warning light∗1 Anti- lock brake system warning light∗1 Open door warning light∗1 Unengaged "Park" warning light∗1 Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light∗1 Turn signal indicator lights Headlight high beam indicator light Overdrive- off - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 247
New L/C100(U) Cruise control indicator light∗2 Automatic transmission indicator lights ∗1 : ∗2 : For details, see "Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers" in Chapter 1- 5. If this light flashes, see "Cruise control" in Chapter 1- 6. 7 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 248
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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 Master key (black)-This key works in every lock. Your - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 250
the key with other transponder keys around (including keys of other vehicles) and do not 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 251
New L/C100(U) Engine immobiliser system z Do not cover the key grip with any material that cuts off electromagnetic waves. z Do not knock the key hard against other objects. z Do not leave the key exposed to high temperatures for a long period, such as on the dashboard and hood under the direct - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 252
own duplicate key, you will not be able to cancel the system or start the engine. The system is automatically set when the key is removed from the ignition switch. The indicator light will start flashing every 2 second to show the system is set. If either of the following indicator conditions occurs - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 253
WITH KEY Insert the key into the keyhole and turn it. To lock: Turn the key forward. To unlock: Turn the key backward. All the side doors and back door lock and unlock simultaneously with either front side door. In the driver's door lock, turning the key once will unlock the driver's door and twice - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 254
this feature whenever small children are in the vehicle. 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 outside, the switch will not work until the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 255
slowly and securely. To lock: Push the "LOCK" switch. All the side doors and back door 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 256
an electronic 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 257
pursuant to Part 15 of instructions the receiving antenna. -Increase REPLACING THE BATTERY For replacement, use a lithium battery CR1616 and a special screwdriver. CAUTION Special care should be taken that small children do not swallow the removed battery or components. NOTICE CAUTION Changes - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 258
New L/C100(U) 1. Remove the screw, and then the cover. 2. Remove frame. the module from the key 3. Remove the 2 screws to take out the lid of the module. Take out the discharged battery and put a new battery with the positive side up. NOTICE Do not bend the terminals. 18 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 259
light comes on. NOTICE z Make sure the positive side and negative side of the battery should be faced correctly. z Be careful not to bend the electrode of the battery the "ON" position. Key off operation: If both front doors are closed, they work for 45 seconds even after the ignition switch is - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 260
New L/C100(U) CAUTION D Never try jamming any part of your body to make the jam protection function work intentionally. Window lock button D The jam protection function may not work when something gets caught just before the window is fully closed. OPERATING DOWS THE PASSENGERS' WIN- Use - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 261
Manual quarter windows CAUTION To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following. Power quarter windows D Always make sure the head, hands and other parts use the power window switches without supervision. Use the window lock switch to prevent them from making unexpected use of the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 262
the power door lock switch simultaneously locks or unlocks all the side doors and back door (see "Side doors"). Pull the handle and pull down the lower side of the back door. When closing the back door, make sure it is fully closed. See "Luggage stowage precautions" in Part 2 for precautions to - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 263
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 road users must be warned of - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 264
the vehicle during an accident. It also helps prevent the doors from being opened unintentionally. BACK DOOR CHILD- PROTECTOR Move the lock lever to the "LOCK" position as shown on the label. This feature allows you to lock a back door so it can be opened from the outside only, not from inside. We - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 265
if any of the side doors, back door or hood is forcibly unlocked or opened or the battery terminal is disconnected and then reconnected when the vehicle is locked. The alarm blows the horn intermittently and flashes the headlights and tail lights. SETTING THE SYSTEM 1. Turn the ignition key to the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 266
the key or wireless remote control key, or if the back door or hood is forcibly opened D If the battery terminal is disconnected and then reconnected The indicator light will come on when the system is activating. D Turn the ignition key from the "LOCK" to "ON" position. D Unlock any of the side - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 267
Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap for replacement. It has a builtin check valve to reduce fuel tank vacuum. 1. To open the fuel filler door, pull the lever. When refueling, turn off the engine. CAUTION 2. To remove the fuel tank cap, turn the cap slowly counterclockwise, then pause slightly - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 268
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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 269
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 While the closed. D 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 270
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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 event of emergency braking or a - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 272
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 catch and backward to make sure it is locked in position. D After adjusting the seatback, exert body pressure to make sure it is locked in position. D Do not put - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 273
that position. Do not place anything under the front seats. It might interfere with the seat and the passenger are sitting up straight and well back in the seats. If you are reclined, the SUPPORT ADJUSTING SWITCH Push the control switch on either side. The amount of lumber support will change - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 274
a frontal or rear collision when the passengers are sitting up staright and well back in the seats. If you are reclined, the lap belt may slide past third seat, do this; Push the seat back angle adjusting lever and pull the seat cushion lock release lever or pull the strap. After passengers are - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 275
New L/C100(U) -Folding up second seat CAUTION After returning the seat, make sure the seat is securely locked by pushing forward and rearward on the top of the seatback or by trying to pull up the edge of the bottom cushion. BEFORE FOLDING - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 276
to the lowest position and pull up the center head restraint. Unlock the seatback and fold it down. Vehicles without third seats-Folding up the rear seats will enlarge the luggage compartment. See "Luggage stowage precautions" in Part 2 for precautions to observe for loading luggage. 2. Unlock - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 277
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 in seat cushion. WHEN RETURNING THE SECOND SEAT If you cannot raise the seatback because of the locked seat belt, do not try it hard. Release the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 278
belts provide maximum protection in a frontal or rear collision when the passengers are sitting up straight and well back in the seats. If you are reclined, the lap belt may slide past your hips and apply After adjusting the seatback, exert body pressure to make sure it is locked in position. 38 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 279
position. Unlock the seatback 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 and slide the whole seat to the rear- most position while pulling - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 280
strap. When returning the third seat to its original position, put the holding strap into the hole. 5. 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 281
use. D Make sure that the seat is securely locked by pushing forward and rearward on the top of edge of the bottom cushion. Be certain to replace head restraint. Failure to do so will prevent seat Part 2 for precautions to observe for loading luggage. Remove the seat striker covers from the back - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 282
seat. The metallic tips of the seat legs may be damaged and the seat cannot be reinstalled. Front D After folding or installing the seat, push it forward and backward to make sure it is locked in position. To prevent personal injury in a collision or sudden stop: D Do not sit on or place - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 283
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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 284
battery from being discharged, turn the switch on when the engine is too large for a child restraint system, the child should sit in the rear front seats. An unrestrained child could suffer serious injury or death during emergency braking or check with your doctor for specific recommendations. 44 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 285
of sudden braking or a seat adjustment instructions.) D lock if you lean forward too quickly. A slow easy motion will allow the belt to extend, and you can move around freely. D Inspect the belt system periodically. Check for cuts, fraying, and loose parts. Damaged parts should be replaced - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 286
a passenger's shoulder belt is completely extended and is then retracted even slightly, the belt is locked in that position and cannot be extended. This feature is used to hold the child restraint system securely. (For details, see "Child restraint" in this chapter.) To free the belt again, fully - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 287
New L/C100(U) Take up slack CAUTION D High- positioned Too high lap belts and loose- fitting belts both could cause serious injuries due to 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. 47 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 288
straight and well back in the seat. To fasten your belt, insert the tab into the buckle. You will hear a click when the tab locks into the buckle. hips-not on your waist, then adjust it to a snug fit. CAUTION High- positioned and loose- fitting lap belts could cause serious injuries due to sliding - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 289
. Please contact your local Toyota dealer so that the dealer can order the proper required length for the extender. Bring the heaviest coat the following. Failure to follow these instructions could result in less effectiveness of the seat belt restraint system in case of vehicle accident, - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 290
both facing outward as shown. You will hear a click when the tab locks into the buckle. When releasing the seat belt, press on the buckle- release severe frontal impact, the front seat belt is quickly drawn back in by the retractor so that the belt snugly restrains the front seat occupants. The seat - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 291
of the front seat belt pretensioners or disable the system, which could result in serious injury. Failure to follow these instructions can result in system mainly consists of the following components and their locations are shown in the illustration. 1. Front airbag sensors 2. SRS warning light - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 292
of a grille guard (bull bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow, winches or any other equipment to the front end z Repairs made on or near the front fenders, front end structure or console This front seat belt pretensioner system has a service reminder indicator to inform the driver of operating problems - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 293
or reduce injury by inflating, in order to decrease the likelihood of the driver's or front passenger's head or chest directly hitting light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front airbag sensors, inflators, warning light, interconnecting wiring and power sources. (For details, see "Service - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 294
severity at the marginal level of airbag sensor detection and activation that only one of your vehicle's two airbags will deploy. The SRS airbag system is designed to activate in response to a severe frontal impact within the shaded area between the arrows in the illustration. There may be the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 295
your vehicle. Some examples are shown in the illustration. The SRS airbag system mainly consists of the following components and their locations are shown in the illustration. 1. Front airbag sensors 2. SRS warning light 3. Airbag module for passenger (airbag and inflator) 4. Airbag sensor assembly - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 296
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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 297
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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 298
steering wheel pad, steering wheel, column cover, front passenger airbag cover, front passenger airbag or 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 299
of a grille guard (bull bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow, winches or any other equipment to the front end z Repairs made on or near the front fenders, front end structure, console, steering column, steering wheel or dashboard near the front passenger airbag This SRS airbag system has a service - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 300
seat. D Make sure that you have complied with all installation instructions provided by the child restraint manufacturer and that the system is properly secured. 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 301
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 After installing the child restraint system, make sure it is secured in place following the manufacturer's instructions - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 302
(U) -Types of child restraint system Child restraint systems 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. (A) Infant - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 303
interferes with the lock mechanism of the second seats. This may cause severe injury to the child and passengers sitting in the second seats in case of sudden braking or a collision. 1. Run the center lap belt through or around the infant seat following the instructions provided by its manufacturer - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 304
D After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap and shoulder portions of the belt is not 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. 64 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 305
. 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 mechanism of the second seats - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 306
inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap and shoulder portions of the belt is If the seat belt does not function 1. Run the center lap belt through or around the convertible seat following the instructions provided by its manufacturer and insert the tab into the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 307
New L/C100(U) -Installation with 3- point type seat belt 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. 3. To remove the convertible seat, press the buckle- release button. - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 308
third) seat if it interferes 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. D Never put a rear- facing child restraint system on the front seat because the force of the rapid inflation - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 309
belt is fixed. 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it in the lock mode. When the belt is then retracted even slightly, it cannot be extended. To hold the infant seat securely, make sure the belt is in the lock mode before letting the belt retract. 3. While pressing against the seat let the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 310
New L/C100(U) 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 infant seat, press the buckle- release button and allow the belt to retract completely. The belt - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 311
seat if it interferes 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. D Never put a rear- facing child restraint system on the front seat because the force of - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 312
the lap and shoulder belt through or around the convertible seat following the instructions provided by its manufacturer and insert the tab into the buckle taking care is fixed. 2. Fully extend the shoulder belt to put it in the lock mode. When the belt is then retracted even slightly, it cannot be - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 313
it will go 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. 4. To remove the convertible seat, press the buckle- release button and allow - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 314
seat is used in forward- facing position only. 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 315
shoulder belt is positioned across the center of child's shoulder. The belt in a collision. D High- positioned lap belts and loose arm. 2. To remove the child restraint system, press the buckle- release button and make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the lap and shoulder portions of - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 316
New L/C100(U) Manual tilt steering wheel Power tilt and telescopic steering wheel 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 wheel is in a low position, it will - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 317
New L/C100(U) Outside rear view mirrors- CAUTION Do not adjust the steering column while the vehicle is moving. CAUTION D Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is moving. It may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in personal injuries. D Since the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 318
New L/C100(U) -Power rear view mirror control NOTICE If ice should jam the mirror, do not operate the control or scrape the mirror face. Use a spray de- icer to free the mirror. -Folding rear view mirrors To adjust a mirror, use the switches. 1. Master switch-To select the mirror to be adjusted - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 319
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 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 320
New L/C100(U) -Vanity mirror To block the glare from the front when the main sun visor is swung down, swing down the second sun visor To use the vanity mirror, swing down the sun visor and open the cover. The vanity light comes on when you open the cover. CAUTION Slide the main - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 321
New L/C100(U) 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 322
. NOTICE 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 323
return it by hand after you change lanes. To signal a lane change, move the lever up or down to the pressure point (position 2) and hold it. If the turn signal indicator lights (green lights) on the instrument panel flash faster than normal, a front or rear turn signal bulb is burned out. To turn - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 324
L/C100(U) 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 325
SYSTEM Center- With the switch in the "DOOR" position, the light comes on when either side or back door is opened. After all the doors are closed, the light remains on for a certain time and then goes out. However, in the following cases, the light goes out immediately: D All the doors are locked - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 326
the cut off operation by: CENTER PERSONAL LIGHTS To turn on the center personal light, push the switch on 1 side. To turn the lights off, push the switch on 2 side. ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM With the switch in the "DOOR" position, the light comes on when either side or back door is opened. After all - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 327
and washer D Turning the key to the "ACC" position. D Opening or closing any of side doors and back door D Turning off all the "ON" lights. All the lights are cut off when all the doors are locked by key or wireless remote control key. The key must be in the "OFF" position. For easy - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 328
toward you. If the windshield wipers are off, they will operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. For instructions on adding washer fluid, see "Adding washer fluid" in Chapter 7- 3. In freezing weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before using the washer. This will help prevent - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 329
the defoggers on for a long time could cause the battery to discharge, especially during stop- and- go driving. 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 330
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 rain water or for melting snow. If the outside - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 331
L/C100(U) Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Chapter 1- 5 Gauges, Meters and Service reminder indicators D Fuel gauge D Engine gauge D Voltmeter D Tachometer D Odometer and two trip meters D Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers coolant temperature Fuel gauge If the fuel tank - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 332
. z Do not continue driving with an overheated engine. See "If your vehicle overheats" in Part 4. The gauge indicates the engine coolant temperature when the ignition switch is on. The engine operating temperature will vary with changes in weather and engine load. If the needle points to the red - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 333
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. If the needle reads below or above the normal range while the engine is running, it indicates the charging system needs immediate repair. However - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 334
Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers If the indicator or buzzer comes on...Do this. (a) If parking brake is off, stop and check. (Indicator and buzzer) (b) Fasten driver's seat (Indicator and buzzer) belt . (c) Fasten front trip meter to calculate the fuel economy and the other to measure - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 335
and back door. 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 warning The light may stay on for about 60 seconds after the engine is started - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 336
Front Passenger's minder Light Seat Belt Re- a. The fuel tank is completely empty. (See "Fuel gauge" in Chapter 1- 5 for instructions.) b. The fuel tank cap is not tightened securely. (See "Fuel tank cap" in Chapter 1- 2 for instructions.) c. There is a problem somewhere in your engine electrical - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 337
in the parts monitored by the warning light system. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible to service the vehicle. (h) "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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 338
's door with the ignition key in the "ACC" or "LOCK" position. CHECKING SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS (except the low fuel level warning light) 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Open one of the side doors or back door. The open door warning light should come on. 3. Close the door. The open door warning - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 339
Part 1 OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS- Chapter 1-6 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 340
engine braking Position for stronger engine braking than that in "2" position With the brake pedal depressed, shift while holding the lock either second start mode or normal driving mode "2nd STRT" mode indicator light on the instrument panel shows the transmission is in the second start mode - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 341
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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 342
. Be sure to turn the switch on immediately afterward. km/h (mph) Transmission Transfer L H 2 ...42 (26) 104 (65) L ...23 (14) 57 (35) D When towing a trailer, in order to maintain engine braking efficiency, do not use overdrive. 102 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 343
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, see "If you cannot shift automatic transmission selector lever" in Part - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 344
If the indicator light does not go off when you push out the center differential lock button, drive straight ahead while accelerating or decelerating, or drive in reverse. See "(b) Shifting procedure" for further instructions. In the "2nd STRT" (Second start) mode, the transmission system shifts up - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 345
wheel spinning occurs in a ditch or on a slippery or ragged surface. This differential lock system is effective in case one of the rear wheels is spinning. First shift the four- wheel drive control into "L" with the center differential locked to see if you can move forward. If this does not work - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 346
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 start the engine. CAUTION - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 347
light is off. Cruise control The cruise control allows you to cruise the vehicle at a desired speed over 40 km/h (25 mph) even with your foot off the accelerator pedal. Your cruising speed can be maintained up or down grades within the limits of engine performance, although a slight speed change - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 348
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 or tap it down for a slower speed. Each tap changes the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1.0 mph). You above cases, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer at - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 349
speed with the cruise control lever or depress the brake pedal. If you use the brake pedal, cruise control is cancelled. RESUMING THE PRESET is some 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 350
New L/C100(U) 110 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 351
L/C100(U) 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 352
of the front and rear sound levels is also important. Keep in mind that if you are listening to a stereo recording or broadcast, changing the turning off the audio system by pushing "PWR·VOL" or turning the ignition key to "LOCK" position. Some models also have an antenna printed on the inside - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 353
, 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. Do not insert anything except a compact disc into the slot. 113 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 354
New L/C100(U) -Using your audio system: controls and features Details of specific buttons, controls, and features are described in the alphabetical listing that follows. 114 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 355
to eject a compact disc. After you turn the ignition to "LOCK", you will be able to eject a cassette or disc but you 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 356
the front and rear, and the right and left speakers. For front/rear adjustment system changes between built- in single disc player and automatic changer. If the player malfunctions, your audio system the display, it indicates there is a trouble inside the system. Eject the disc or magazine. Set the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 357
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) feature. There must be at least 3 seconds of blank space between tracks in order for the repeat feature to work correctly. MTL (Metal) Display If a metal - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 358
the display. The player will repeat all the tracks on the disc you are listening to. When the disc ends, the player will automatically go back to the top track of the disc and replay. This process will be continued until you push the button again to turn off the repeat - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 359
next track and begin to play. Push the button a second time to turn off the skip feature. ST (Stereo reception) display Your radio automatically changes to stereo reception when a stereo broadcast is received. "ST" appears on the display. If the signal becomes weak, the radio reduces the amount of - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 360
the correct audio system operation: z Be careful not to spill beverages over the audio system. z Do not change constantly as your vehicle moves. Here are some common reception problems that probably do not indicate a problem possible for two signals to reach your antenna at the same time. If this - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 361
, or electrical motors. This results in static. CARING FOR YOUR CASSETTE PLAYER AND TAPES For high performance from your cassette player and tapes: Clean the tape head and other parts regularly. Use high- quality cassettes. D Low- quality cassette tapes can cause many problems, including poor - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 362
a track. (To see a pin hole, hold the disc up to the light.) D Remove discs from the compact disc D Your compact disc player cannot play special free cloth that has been dampened with water. Wipe in a straight line from the center to the edge of the disc (not in circles). Dry it with another soft, - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 363
could cause hazardous radiation exposure if directed outside the unit. Be sure to operate the player correctly as instructed. A new disc may have rough edges on its inner and outer perimeter. Remove the rough edges by the signal side of the disc and cause sound skipping or other problems. 123 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 364
New L/C100(U) 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 124 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 365
in. This is to clean up the front view more quickly. When the "A/C" button is not pressed in, turning the air flow control knob to another position turns off the air conditioning. 2. Bi- level-Air flows from both the floor vents and the instrument panel vents. 3. Floor-Air flows mainly from the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 366
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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 367
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 leaves or snow, for example). D On humid days, do not - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 368
knob to "OFF" or pressing in the "A/C" button turns off the air conditioning system. Air conditioning For best results, set controls to: Fan speed-"AUTO" Temperature-To the desired temperature Air intake-FRESH (outside air) Air flow-"AUTO" Turning the fan speed selector knob to "AUTO" position - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 369
the "A/C" button turns off the air conditioning system. Defogging The inside of the windshield For best results, set controls to: Temperature-Towards high temperature to heat; low temperature to cool Air intake-FRESH (outside air) Air flow-WINDSHIELD Turning the air flow control knob to windshield - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 370
New L/C100(U) -Instrument panel vents Center vents Lower vent If air flow control is not satisfactory, check the instrument panel vents. The instrument panel vents may be opened or closed as shown. Side vents 130 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 371
New L/C100(U) Rear heater system 1. Fan Speed Selector 2. Temperature Selector 131 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 372
New L/C100(U) 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 373
New L/C100(U) 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 374
cool. "OFF" button Push the button to turn off the rear air conditioning system. Air flow selector Press one of vents used for will illuminate mode is being the buttons to select the air flow. An indicator light to show which air flow selected. In automatic operation, you do not have to select the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 375
New L/C100(U) -Air flow selector settings 135 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 376
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and ashtray D Power outlets D Fuel pump shut- off system D Glove box D Garage door opener box D Auxiliary boxes D Cup holders D Tie- down hooks D Luggage cover D Floor mat Clock For example, if the ":00" button is depressed when the time is between 1:01-1:29, the time will change to 1:00. If the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 378
in the ashtray to prevent other cigarette butts from catching fire. After using the ashtray, push it back in completely. To remove the ashtray, press down on the lock spring plate and pull out. CAUTION The outside temperature display indicates the outside air temperature. The key must be in the "ON - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 379
be used. NOTICE z To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the electricity over the total vehicle of capacity 12V/120W (all the outlets together). z To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the power outlets longer than necessary when the engine is not running. z Close the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 380
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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 381
opener box To use the glove box, do this. To open: Pull the lever. With the instrument panel lights on, the glove box light will come on when the glove box is open. To lock: Insert the master key and turn it clockwise. Your vehicle is equipped with a box designed to store a garage - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 382
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 if the transmitter has wire clip for sun visor, this clip must be removed prior - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 383
New L/C100(U) 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 384
New L/C100(U) Auxiliary boxes- To use the auxiliary boxes, open the lids as shown in the following illustrations. CAUTION To reduce the chance of injury in 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 385
New L/C100(U) Type C (luggage compartment) Type E (center console) Type G (front ceiling) Type D (luggage compartment) Type F (front ceiling) Type H (front ceiling) 145 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 386
New L/C100(U) -First- aid kit holder Types A and B auxiliary boxes are equipped with a band or strap 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. Type A- Hold the first- aid kit - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 387
than cups or drink- cans on the cup holder, as such item may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or an accident. D To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop while driving, keep the cup holder closed when - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 388
Luggage cover For third seats (right- hand side) To secure your luggage, use the tiedown hooks as shown above. See "Luggage stowage precautions" in Part 2 for precautions to observe for loading luggage. Type A NOTICE Do not use the seat anchors instead of the tie- down hooks. v For third seats - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 389
. 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 is designed for locking clip. Fix the floor mat clip into the hole in the floor mat have a use with a with locking carpet. 149 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 390
New L/C100(U) 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. 150 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 391
Break- in period D Fuel D Operation in foreign countries D Three- way catalytic converter D Engine exhaust cautions D Facts about consumption D Brake system D Brake pad wear limit indicators D Luggage stowage precautions D Rear step bumper D Limited- slip differential D Your Toyota's identification - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 392
km (1000 miles) can add to the future economy and long life of your vehicle: D Avoid drive over 88 km/h (55 mph). D Run the engine at moderate speed between 2000 and 4000 rpm. D Avoid Always slow down in gusty crosswinds. Because of its high center of gravity, your vehicle is more sensitive to - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 393
, this will lead to engine damage. If your engine knocks...If you detect heavy knocking even when using the recommended fuel, or if you hear steady knocking while holding a steady speed on level roads, consult your Toyota dealer. However, now and then, you may notice light knocking for a short time - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 394
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. Gasohol may cause paint damage. FUEL TANK CAPACITY 96 L (25.4 gal., 21.1 Imp. gal.) 154 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 395
running order. Malfunctions in the engine electrical 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 396
hit something, or notice a change in the sound of the exhaust, have the system checked immediately. D If you smell exhaust fumes in the vehicle, drive with the windows open and the back door closed. Have the cause immediately located and corrected. D Do not run the engine in a garage or enclosed - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 397
with fuel or moisture, making it appear that the oil level has not changed. The diluting ingredients evaporate out when the vehicle is then driven at high speeds, as on an expressway, making it appear that oil is excessively consumed after driving at high speeds. IMPORTANCE OF ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 398
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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 399
with all due care, because the anti- lock brake system cannot overcome the laws of physics that act on your vehicle: 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 the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 400
the anti- lock brake system will not operate. the rear differential locked. Even if the anti-lock brake system should fail, the brake system will still operate conventionally. However, when the "ABS" warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the anti- lock brake system is not - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 401
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 by - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 402
in the event of sudden braking or a collision. NOTICE Do not load the vehicle beyond the vehicle capacity weight given in Part 8. D Do not vehicle occupants. The rear step bumper is for rear end protection and easier step- up loading. To get on the rear step bumper, use the shaded area between - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 403
dealer. CAUTION Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by a jack. The vehicle could be driven off the jack and could pose a danger or result in serious injury. NOTICE Use only a spare tire of the same size, construction and load capacity as the original tires on your Toyota - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 404
New L/C100(U) -Engine number Theft prevention labels Your new vehicle carries theft prevention labels which are approximately 56 mm (2.20 in.) by 16 mm (0.63 in.). The purpose of these labels is to reduce the incidence of vehicle thefts by facilitating the tracing and recovery of parts from stolen - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 405
vehicle is originally equipped with. 1. Summer tires Summer tires are high- speed capability tires best suited to highway driving under dry conditions , we recommend using snow tires. If installing snow tires, be sure to replace all four tires. 2. All season tires All season tires are designed to - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 406
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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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 408
(b) Starting the engine Before starting the engine, be sure to follow the instructions in "(a) Before cranking". Normal starting procedure The multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system in your engine automatically controls the proper air- fuel mixture for starting - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 409
, downshifting or braking on a slippery surface. Sudden acceleration or engine braking could cause the vehicle to spin or skid. D State and Local Parks and Recreation Departments D State Motor Vehicle Bureau D Recreational Vehicle Clubs D U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management 169 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 410
may damage brake system components. z Always perform a maintenance inspection after each day of off- road driving that has taken you through rough terrain, sand, mud, or water. For scheduled maintenance information, refer to the separate "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 411
reduce the capacity of any battery, so it must be in top shape to provide 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. NOTICE Do not use engine antifreeze or - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 412
an adverse effect on handling, performance, braking, durability and driving economy (fuel consumption, etc.). Your safety and satisfaction use a sway control device with sufficient capacity. The combination of the gross trailer weight added to the total weight of the vehicle, occupants and vehicle - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 413
in the vehicle body to prevent entry of pollutants such as exhaust fumes, dirt, water, etc. D The load on either the front or rear axle resulting from distribution of the gross vehicle weight on both axles must not exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the Certification Label. 173 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 414
may interfere with the normal function of an Energy Absorbing Bumper, if so equipped. Trailer Class Typical Trailer Ball Size III 2-5/16 in. II 2 in. I 1-7/8 in. 2. Select the appropriate trailer ball to match or exceed the gross trailer weight rating of the trailer. The trailer ball load rating - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 415
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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 416
in the "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement". 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 417
engine coolant temperature gauge indicates overheating, immediately turn off the 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 changing lanes. D In order to maintain engine braking efficiency, do not use the "D" - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 418
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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 419
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 lower operating costs, keep all maintenance work on - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 420
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, 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 the light is out - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 422
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. CAUTION D Batteries NOTICE Do not crank for more - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 423
. 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 424
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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 425
a few minutes with the accelerator pedal lightly depressed. 6. Check the coolant reservoir. If it is dry, add coolant to the reservoir while the engine is running. Fill it about half full. CAUTION If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not work so steering - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 426
jacking instructions. D Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle supported by the jack. Personal injury may occur. D When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack. D Raise the vehicle only high enough to remove and change the tire. D Do not start or run the engine - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 427
the use of the jack, each of the tools and their storage locations. When storing the jack, put it in place (if the adapter is installed the adapter and then put it back in the tool bag first) and secure to prevent it from flying forward during a collision or sudden braking. Turn the jack joint by hand - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 428
. 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. To protect the paint, place several sheets of paper over the paintwork. NOTICE Tighten all the joints securely. Otherwise, the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 429
it counterclockwise with pushing it to the front lightly. 4. After the tire is lowered completely to the ground, remove the holding bracket as shown in 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 see that - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 430
opposite the flat tire to keep the vehicle 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 431
positioned on a level and solid surface. Make sure the jack is positioned on a level and solid place. Adapter Front Rear 5. Position the jack at the correct jack point as shown. When replacing front wheels, get an adapter in the tool bag and install it on the jack. Make sure the protruded edge at - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 432
Never get under the vehicle when the vehicle is supported by the jack alone. When connecting a jack 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 check that it is properly positioned. 192 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 433
wheel nuts and change tires. Lift bolt started through its hole. Wiggle the tire and press it back over the other bolts. Before putting on wheels, remove any corrosion off while driving. Therefore after the first 1600 km (1000 miles), check to see that the wheel nuts are tight. 8. Reinstall all - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 434
around will not be injured as the vehicle is lowered to the ground. -Reinstalling wheel ornament 9. Lower the vehicle completely and tighten securely engaged over the nut. Tighten each nut a little at a time in the order shown. Repeat the process until all the nuts are tight. 10. Reinstall the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 435
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 not forget to reinstall the tire inflation valve cap as - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 436
Use a towing dolly under the wheels not lifted by the truck. (b) Using flat bed truck (c) Towing with sling type truck (c) Towing with sling type truck Front NOTICE Do not tow with sling type truck, either from the front or rear. This may cause body damage. Rear 196 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 437
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 brake and put the transmission in "N". Unlock the center differential. The key must be in "ACC" (engine off) or "ON" (engine - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 438
check ahead. D Remove the sand soil in the front and the back of the tires. D Place stones or wood under the tires. D If the towing vehicle can hardly move, do not forcibly continue the towing. Contact your Toyota dealer or a commercial tow truck service - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 439
up the cover with a flat- bladed screwdriver or equivalent. 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. If your keys are locked in the vehicle and you cannot get a duplicate, many Toyota dealers - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 440
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cause corrosion even though other parts of the vehicle may be dry. D High temperatures will cause corrosion to those components of the vehicle which are chemicals will accelerate corrosion, as will the presence of salt in the air near the seacoast or in areas of industrial pollution. Wash your - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 442
High Check the interior of your vehicle. Water and dirt can accumulate under the floor mats and could cause corrosion. Occasionally check under the mats , which come as near to the ground as possible, are the best. We paint or corrosion to the body and parts. Wash your vehicle as soon as possible - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 443
, mixed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Use a soft cotton mitt and gloss, especially on darker colors. The manager of To prevent damage to the antenna, make sure it is bumpers if your vehicle is re- painted and placed in a high heat paint waxing booth. High temperatures could damage the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 444
the interior CAUTION Do not wash the vehicle floor with water, or allow water to get onto the floor when cleaning the vehicle interior or exterior. Water may get into audio components or other electrical components above or under the floor carpet (or mat) and cause a malfunction; and it may cause - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 445
with 5% solution of neutral detergent for wool. Then thoroughly wipe off 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 to dry in a ventilated shaded area. z Mildew may develop on soiled - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 446
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to be serviced at regular intervals. For details of your maintenance schedule, read the separate "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement". It is recommended that any replacement parts used for maintenance or for the repair of the emission control system be Toyota supplied - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 448
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 do- it- yourself maintenance can affect your - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 449
lights are all 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 450
or "COLD" range depending on the fluid temperature. See Chapter 7- 2 for additional 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 451
New L/C100(U) 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 452
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New L/C100(U) Part 7 DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE Chapter 7- 1 Introduction D Engine compartment overview D Fuse locations D Do- it- yourself precautions D Parts and tools service 213 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 454
New L/C100(U) Engine compartment overview 1. Engine oil filler cap 2. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Fuse blocks 4. Battery 5. Windshield fluid tank and rear window washer 6. Engine oil level dipstick 7. Engine coolant reservoir 8. Electric cooling fan 9. Power steering fluid reservoir 214 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 455
New L/C100(U) Fuse locations Spare fuses 215 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 456
around fuel or the battery. Their fumes are flammable. D Do not leave used oil within the reach of children. D Dispose of used oil and filter only in a safe and acceptable manner. Do not dispose of used oil and filter in household trash, in sewers or onto the ground. Call your dealer or a service - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 457
be damaged. z Do not drive with the air cleaner filter removed, or excessive engine wear could result. Also backfiring could cause a fire in the engine compartment. z Be careful not to scratch the glass surface with the wiper frame. z When closing the engine hood, check to see that you have not - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 458
(for winter use) Tools: D Funnel Replacing light bulbs Parts: D Rag or paper towel D Funnel (only for adding fluid) Checking battery condition Tools: D Bulb with same number and wattage rating as original (See charts in "Replacing light bulbs" in Chapter 7- 3.) Tools: D D D D Warm water - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 459
New L/C100(U) Part 7 DO- IT- YOURSELF MAINTENANCE- Chapter 7- 2 Engine and Chassis D Checking the engine oil level D Checking level the engine coolant Checking the engine oil level Low level Full level Add oil O.K. Too full D Checking brake fluid D Checking power steering fluid D Checking tire - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 460
API grade 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 461
after replenishing, there may be a leak in the system. Visually check the radiator, hoses, 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 ILSAC certification mark 221 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 462
New L/C100(U) Checking brake fluid CAUTION To prevent burning yourself, do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. Coolant type selection Use of improper coolants may damage your engine cooling system. Your coolant must contain ethylene- glycol type coolant for a proper corrosion - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 463
opened, brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air, and excess moisture can cause a dangerous loss of braking. If hot add If cold add NOTICE If you spill the fluid, be sure to wipe it off to prevent it from damaging the parts or painting. If hot O.K. If cold O.K. Close Open Check the fluid level - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 464
. After replacing the filler cap,visually check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or damage. Keep your tire pressures at the proper level. The recommended cold tire pressures, tire size and the vehicle capacity weight are given in Part 8. You should check the tire - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 465
calibration, ground clearance, and clearance between the body and tires or snow chains. 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, the - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 466
, construction and load capacity as the original tires without first checking local regulations road grip capability between the front and rear tires which could install them in the same direction when replacing. D Do not drive with the Part 4 for tire change procedure. When rotating tires, check - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 467
the use of tire chains vary according to location or type of road, so always check them before installing chains. CHAIN INSTALLATION Install the chains on the rear tires as tightly as possible. Do not use tire chains on the front tires. Retighten chains after driving 0.5-1.0 km (1/4-1/2 mile). When - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 468
, brake cooling, speedometer/odometer calibration, stopping ability, headlight aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire or snow chain clearance to the body and chassis. Replacement with used wheels is not recommended as they may have been subjected to rough treatment or high mileage - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 469
New L/C100(U) 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 Adding washer fluid D Replacing light bulbs Checking battery condition- -Precautions CAUTION BATTERY PRECAUTIONS The - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 470
New L/C100(U) -Checking battery exterior Terminals Ground cable -Checking battery fluid NOTICE 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 471
headlights or other electrical components do not work, check the fuses. If any of the fuses are blown, they must be replaced. Good Type C Blown D Only do a slow charge (5 A or less). Charging at a quicker rate is dangerous. The battery may explode, causing personal injuries. See "Fuse locations - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 472
New L/C100(U) Adding washer fluid Type A fuses can be pulled out by the pull- out tool. The location of the pull- out tool is shown in the illustration. If you are not sure whether the fuse has blown, try replacing the suspected fuse with one that you know is good. If the fuse has blown, push a new - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 473
the washer inlet. Be careful not to spill the washer fluid over the "NORMAL" level. Do not place the washer inlet on the engine or battery. NOTICE Only use a bulb of the listed type. Light bulbs Headlights (high) Headlights (low) Bulb No. 9005 9006 Front turn signal and front side 1157NA marker - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 474
. 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 dealer. 234 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 475
-Front fog lights 1. Turn the bulb base counterclockwise to 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 476
New L/C100(U) -Front turn signal and front side marker lights -Parking lights Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. 236 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 477
New L/C100(U) -Stop and tail lights Use a Phillips-head screwdriver. 237 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 478
New L/C100(U) -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 238 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 479
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New L/C100(U) 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) - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 482
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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 483
type: Automatic transmission fluid DEXRONRIII (DEXRONRII) TRANSFER Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.) 1.3 (1.4, 1.1) Oil type: Gear oil API GL- 4 or GL- 5 Recommended oil viscosity: SAE 75W- 90 DIFFERENTIAL Oil capacity, L (qt., Imp. qt.): Front 1.7 (1.8, 1.5) Rear With rear differential lock system - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 484
32) 32) 35) Fuses Engine compartment Engine compartment Fuses (type A) 1. ALT- S 7.5 A: Charging system 2. AM1 NO.2 20 A: Starting system, turn signal lights, emergency flashers, all components in "CIGAR", "ECU- IG", "MIRR", "SRS" fuses 3. A.C 20 A: Air conditioning system 4. POWER HTR 10 A: No - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 485
and meters, air conditioning system, automatic light control system, theft deterrent system 17. HEAD (LH- UPR) 20 headlight (high beam) A: Left- hand 24. IGN 10 A: Multiport fuel tem/sequential multiport system, anti- lock brake airbag system, seat belt discharge warning light injection sysfuel - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 486
A: Anti- lock brake system, shift lock system, power seats, power antenna, power tilt and telescopic steering system 41. PWR OUTLET 15 A: Power outlets Fuses (type B) 42. ABS NO.1 40 A: Anti- lock brake system 43. AHC 50 A: No circuit 44. ACC 50 A: All components in "PWR OUTLET" fuse 45. ABS NO.2 40 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 487
New L/C100(U) Part 9 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS FOR U.S. OWNERS AND UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING a group of 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, - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 488
due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and to this tire is based on braking (straight ahead) traction tests and test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 489
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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 490
systems warranty D Others For further information, please refer to the separate "Owner's Warranty Information Booklet" or "Owner's Manual Supplement". Accessories, spare parts governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 491
fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 492
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equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed what you must or must not do 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 this - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 494
detailed information. Fuel tank capacity: 96 L (25.4 gal., 21.1 lmp. gal.) Engine oil: API grade SJ, "Energy- Conserving" multigrade engine oil or ILSAC multigrade engine oil is recommended. See page 220 for detailed information. Automatic transmission fluid: Automatic transmission fluid D- II or - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 495
new vehicle as the people who built it. The Toyota authorized Repair Manual tells you how to maintain your vehicle and enables you to correctly perform 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 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 496
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, writ− ten in English, may be purchased as applicable from any Toyota dealer. Pub. Name: 1999 LAND CRUISER Repair Manual Pub. No.: RM661U1 - 1999 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 497
New L/C100(U) WE REALLY CARE ABOUT YOU - PLEASE BUCKLE UP Toyota has made a special effort to encourage use of seat belts. Toyota belts are: D Comfortable D Easy to use D Convenient We encourage you to use your belts every time you drive. U