2008 Toyota Land Cruiser Owners Manual
2008 Toyota Land Cruiser Manual
2008 Toyota Land Cruiser manual content summary:
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Customer Experience Center 1-800-331-4331 2008 Quick Reference Guide MN 00505-QRG08-LC Printed in the USA 9/07 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 2
2008 Land Cruiser This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of basic vehicle operations. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental operations so you can locate and use the vehicle's main equipment quickly and easily. The Quick Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner's Manual - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 3
panel Keyless entry1 Light control-Instrument panel Smart Key system1,2 Air Conditioning/Heating Audio Auto lock functions1 Automatic Transmission Back door Clock Cool box Crawl control Cruise control Cup holders Door locks Four-wheel drive Garage door opener (HomeLink®)3 Lights1 & turn signals - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 4
and front fog light controls Multi-information display Wiper and washer controls Audio system2 "AIR BAG ON" and "AIR BAG OFF" indicator Clock Front passenger seat belt reminder light Theft deterrent system/Engine immobilizer indicator Emergency flasher button Windshield wiper de-icer switch1 Outside - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 5
DISP INFO AUDIO SECURITY CLIMATE 4 DISC OF OWNER LOAD TUNE·FILE PWR·VOL AM SAT FM TAPE DISC·AUX LOGIC CONTROL DECK SEEK-TRACK SCAN CH-DISC Four-wheel drive control switch VSC/TRAC OFF switch Center differential lock/unlock switch Cruise control Tire Pressure Warning System reset Power - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 6
display Automatic Transmission shift range display Odometer and two trip meters Engine oil pressure gauge Odometer/Trip meter and trip meter reset button Indicator symbols For details, refer to "Indicators and warning lights," Section 2-2, 2008 Owner's Manual. Brake system warning Driver - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 7
mode indicator Automatic Transmission second start indicator Headlight low/high beam indicator Turn signal indicator Fog light indicator Slip indicator Low speed four-wheel drive indicator Center differential lock indicator Cruise control indicator Anti-lock Brake System warning FEATURES/OPERATIONS - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 8
OVERVIEW Keyless entry Locking operation Push Unlocking operation Push ONCE: Driver door TWICE: All doors NOTE: If a door is not opened within 60 seconds of unlocking, all doors will relock for safety. Panic button Push and hold 6 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 9
depressing the brake pedal, pressing the "ENGINE START STOP" switch will change the operation mode in succession from: ACC ON OFF Accessories such as the radio will operate. FEATURES/OPERATIONS Power ON; the engine not running. All systems OFF. Locking/Unlocking operation Carry remote to - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 10
OVERVIEW Fuel tank door release and cap Turn Pull Store NOTE: Tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is not tightened enough, Check Engine " " indicator may illuminate. Hood release Pull Pull up latch and raise hood 8 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 11
reservoir Engine oil filler cap Windshield washer fluid tank Note: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer to the "Owner's Warranty Information Booklet," "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 12
lever to "S" position from "D" position. Floor shift type: +: Upshift (push and release) -: Downshift (pull and release) Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking downhill. For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with the shift lever in the - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 13
when the vehicle speed is approximately 12 mph or higher. -Doors unlock when shifting into "Park." -Doors unlock when the driver's door is opened within 10 seconds after turning the "ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF. Refer to the Owner's Manual for more details. OVERVIEW Four-wheel drive Four-wheel - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 14
/OPERATIONS Seat adjustments-Front Position, cushion angle and height Seatback angle Lumbar support (driver side only) Seat adjustments-Rear Second row Third row Seatback angle Position Refer to the Owner's Manual for more details. Seats-Head restraints Front Second row Height Angle Lock - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 15
Seats-Tumbling second row seats (1) (2) OVERVIEW (3) Pull FEATURES/OPERATIONS (4) (5) Pull Seat hook cover (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Stow the seat belt buckles and lower the head restraints. Hook the seat belt to the seat belt hangers. Fold down the seatback and swing the whole seat up and - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 16
belt buckles. Stow the center head restraint. Hook the seat belt to the seat belt hangers. Fold down the outer head restraints. Fold the seats. Lift the seats sideward. Lock the seats. Install the seat hook covers on the seat hooks. 14 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 17
at a reduced intensity. -Automatic light cut off system Automatically turns lights off after a delay of 30 seconds, or the lock switch on remote may be pushed. Front fog lights Turn Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam. Turn signals Right turn Lane change SAFETY AND - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 18
and wipe Interval wipe Slow Fast Rear Wash and wipe Wipe Interval wipe Wash and wipe Windows-Power Driver side Window lock switch Up Down Automatic operation Push the switch completely down or pull it completely up and release to fully open or close. To stop window midway, lightly push the - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 19
using the entry function, wireless remote control or door lock switch. Moonroof Sliding operation Tilting operation SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Open Close Tilt Close Recommended driving position to minimize wind noise. 17 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 20
the temperature setting will cause the airflow vents, air intake and fan to adjust automatically. Airflow vent (driver side/rear passenger side*) In " " mode, use fresh air (" " indicator ON or " " indicator OFF) to reduce window fogging. * To change the rear seat setting, press the "REAR" button - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 21
Rear Air Conditioning OVERVIEW Temperature (left side) Temperature (right side) Climate control OFF Airflow vent Fan speed Automatic climate control ON FEATURES/OPERATIONS Seat heaters Front seats Driver's seat Front passenger's seat Turn R L Push ON L Push Push knob to pop the controller out - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 22
desired preset button (1-6) to select. To scan stations Push and hold "SCAN" to scan preset stations. Push again to hold selection. AUX audio jack AUX By inserting a mini plug into the AUX audio jack, you can listen to music from a portable audio device through the vehicle's speaker system. 20 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 23
equipped) AC115V 100W VOL PHONE VIDEO MONO L R PHONE VOL SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Front audio system (DVD player) DVD screen Remote control Headphone volume control and headphone jacks A/V input adapter 115V AC Power outlet For details, refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual." 21 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 24
system ON/OFF CAN CEL R ES SET System ON/OFF Functions Increase speed Resume2 Cancel1 Decrease speed 1 2 The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing the brake pedal. The set speed may be resumed once vehicle the accelerator or brake pedal. Refer to the Owner's Manual for more details. 22 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 25
"ENGINE START STOP" switch must be in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode to be used. Power outlets-115V AC ON/OFF switch FEATURES/OPERATIONS AC115V AC 115V 100W "ENGINE START to "Garage door opener," Section 3-6 in the Owner's Manual for more details. *HomeLink® is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 26
Current gas mileage (2) Average gas mileage after refueling (3) Miles left on remaining fuel (4) Average vehicle speed (5) Running distance from engine start (6) Tire inflation pressure* * If equipped Clock H-Hour set M-Minute set :00-round off minutes Refer to the Owner's Manual for adjusting - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 27
Voice command button Bluetooth® technology allows you to place or receive calls without taking your hands from the steering wheel or using a cable to connect the telephone and the system. Refer to "Hands-free system (for cellular phone)," Section 5 in the Navigation System Owner's Manual for more - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 28
FEATURES/OPERATIONS Tilt and telescopic steering wheel Up Away from the driver Toward the driver Down Control switch Note: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion. Parking brake Set Release (2) Push (1) Pull slightly Pull (3) Lower 26 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 29
Cup holders Front Front Center console (if equipped) OVERVIEW Rear FEATURES/OPERATIONS Cool box (if equipped) COOL BOX Indicator light PWR SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Push "PWR" button to turn cool box ON; indicator light will illuminate. 27 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 30
point, unless fully retracted again. This feature is used to help hold child restraint systems securely. To find more information about seat belts, and how to install a child restraint system, refer to the Owner's Manual. Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor Push up, or squeeze lock release to lower - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 31
driving information. 3 Interior features Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior features for a comfortable driving experience. 4 Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-ityourself maintenance, and maintenance information. 5 When trouble - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 32
Driving position memory system...Head restraints ...Seat belts ...Steering wheel ...Inside rear view mirror...Outside rear view mirrors ...51 53 62 65 69 77 79 80 2 When driving 2-1. Driving procedures...140 Driving the vehicle ...Engine (ignition) switch...Automatic the fuel tank cap ...89 2 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 33
...Cargo and luggage ...Vehicle load limits ...Winter driving tips ...Trailer towing ...Dinghy towing ...209 214 221 222 227 239 4 5 3 Interior features 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger ...242 Front air conditioning system ...Rear air conditioning system ...Rear window and - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 34
...360 Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ...360 Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ...362 5 When trouble arises 5-1. Essential information ...440 If your vehicle needs to be towed ...If you think something is wrong...Fuel pump shut off system ...Event data recorder ...440 445 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 35
door opener...If the electronic key does not operate properly...If the battery is discharged ...If your vehicle overheats ...If the vehicle becomes stuck ...449 460 463 476 478 479 480 481 484 488 491 7 For U.S. owners Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners...526 1 Index 2 Abbreviation list - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 36
Pic t oria l inde x Exterior Headlights (low beam) P. 170 Windshield wipers P. 173 Moon roof P. 86 Hood P. 374 Outside rear view mirrors P. 80 Headlights (high beam) P. 170 Parking lights P. 170 Front side marker lights P. 170 Front turn signal lights P. 158 Fog lights P. 172 6 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 37
Tail lights P. 170 Rear window defogger P. 256 Roof luggage carrier∗ P. 214 Rear window wiper P. 176 Fuel filler door P. 89 Side door P. 43 Tires l Rotation l Replacement l Inflation pressure l Information P. 391 P. 463 P. 401 P. 507 License plate lights P. 170 Back door P. 48 Rear turn - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 38
SRS driver airbag P. 102 SRS front passenger airbag P. 102 B C Floor mat P. 349 ITYPC033 Armrest P. 348 Rear seat P. 53 Glove box P. 329 Front seat P. 51 Rear seat entertainment system∗ P. 285 Rear air conditioning controls P. 252 SRS side airbag P. 102 Console box P. 330 Cool box∗ P. 330 8 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 39
lights P. 327 SRS curtain shield airbag P. 102 Interior light P. 326 Rear seat entertainment system∗ P. 285 Personal lights P. 327 Interior light P. 326 ITYPC034 Interior light P. 326 Garage door opener switches P. 352 Moon roof switches P. 86 Overhead console P. 332 Sun visor P. 337 Anti-glare - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 40
Pic t oria l inde x Interior B Driving position memory switches P. 62 Door lock switch P. 43 3 2 1 SET ITYPC005 Power window switches P. 83 Window lock switch P. 83 10 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 41
C Power outlet P. 344 Cigarette lighter P. 343 Ashtray P. 341 Shift lever P. 153 Seat heater switches P. 346 8 9 AUX adapter P. 282 8 ED SPE ON/O FF 9 Crawl Control switch P. 197 R PW 2ND P R N + S-D - ECT switch P. 154 ITYPC035 Shift lock override button P. 478 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 42
switch P. 170 Turn signal lever P. 158 Fog light switch P. 172 Instrument panel Audio remote controls (steering switches) P. 283 Gauges and meters P. 160 Multi-information display 102 Tire pressure warning reset switch P. 391 Hood opener P. 374 Fuel filler door opener Bottle holder P. 334 12 P. 89 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 43
93 TRAF CD IN SCAN DISC ALB FLD ART TR FILE ST MEG ART AUTO-P RAND RPT PLDGNP SCAN Audio system P. 258 AM-GAT FM DISC∑ AUX TRAF TYPE∑DISC Emergency flasher switch Air conditioning system P. 242 ITYPC037 Windshield wiper de-icer switch∗ P. 257 Rear window defogger switch P. 256 Rear - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 44
temperature display P. 340 Front passenger's seat belt reminder light P. 452 Navigation system* Security indicator light P. 93 MAP VOICE DEST MENU DISP INFO AUDIO SECURITY CLIMATE Air conditioning system* 4 DISC OF OWNER Emergency flasher switch LOAD TUNE·FILE PWR·VOL AM SAT FM TAPE - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 45
B Without navigation system DISP switch P. 166 Cruise control switch P. 178 With navigation system Telephone switch* Talk switch* DISP switch P. 166 Cruise control switch P. 178 ∗: If equipped *: Refer to "Navigation System Owner's Manual". 15 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 46
Pic t oria l inde x Instrument panel C Engine (ignition) switch P. 149 Center differential lock/unlock switch P. 190 VSC OFF switch P. 201 Four-wheel drive control switch P. 190 16 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 47
reset button P. 160 Tilt and telescopic steering control switch P. 77 Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off switch P. 116 Card holder P. 336 Toyota park assist system switch∗ P. 181 Power outlet main switch P. 344 Headlight cleaner switch∗ P. 177 ∗: If equipped 17 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 48
of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice. Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustration may differ from your vehicle in terms of equipment. Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota A wide variety of non - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 49
of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as the multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system, cruise control system, anti-lock brake system, SRS airbag system and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 50
to avoid accidents. Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that distracts the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on in the vehicle, and never allow children to have or use the key. Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral. - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 51
This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or its equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed about the risk of damage to your Toyota and its equipment. Safety symbol Throughout this manual, you will also see the symbol of a circle with a slash through it - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 52
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1 -1 . K e y inform a t ion Ke ys The following keys are provided with the vehicle. Electronic keys Operating the smart key system (→P. 26) • Operating the wireless remote control function (→P. 40) • Mechanical keys Key number plate 24 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 54
it in the electronic key. Carry the mechanical key together with the electronic key. If the electronic key battery is depleted, you will need the mechanical key. (→P. 481) 1 Before driving n Key number plate Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. In the event that - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 55
. Ope ning, c losing a nd loc k ing t he doors Sm a r t ke y syst e m The following operations can be performed simply by carrying the electronic key on your person, for example in your pocket. ITY12C002 Locks and unlocks the side doors (→P. 27) Locks and unlocks the back door (→P. 48) Starts and - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 56
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Locking and unlocking the side doors Press the lock button to lock the door. 1 Before driving ITY12C008 Grip the handle to unlock the door. Make sure to touch the sensor on the back of the handle. The door cannot be unlocked - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 57
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Press the unlock button unlock the back door. to Antenna location Antennas outside cabin 3 2 1 2 1 2 Antennas inside cabin Antenna outside luggage compartment ITY12C019 28 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 58
or unlocking the doors The system can be operated when the electronic key is within about 2.3 ft. (0.7 m) of an outside door handle. 1 Before driving When starting the engine or changing "ENGINE START STOP" switch modes The system can be operated when the electronic key is inside the vehicle. 29 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 59
the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be affected, preventing the smart key system and wireless remote control from operating properly. (Way of coping →P. 481) l When the electronic key battery is depleted l Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 60
the key. for approximately 5 seconds while pressing 1 Before driving The setting changes each time an operation is preformed, as shown below. (When changing the : Beeps three times Interior: Pings once Hold either door handle to unlock all doors. Exterior: Beeps twice Interior: Pings once 31 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 61
properly Make sure to carry the electronic key when operating the system. Do not get the electronic key too close to the vehicle when operating the system from the outside of the vehicle. Depending on the position and holding condition of the electronic key, the key may not be detected correctly and - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 62
, or too close to the rear bumper center when the back door is locked or unlocked. • The electronic key is on the instrument panel, floor or in the glove box when the engine is started or "ENGINE START STOP" switch modes are changed. l As long as the electronic key is within the effective range, the - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 63
vehicle and lock the doors without first turning the "ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF An attempt was made to lock the vehicle while a door is open The "ENGINE START STOP" switch was turned to ACCESSORY for 10 seconds Interior alarm pings continuously*1 Turn the "ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF and - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 64
START STOP" switch is in IGNITION ON or ACCESSORY mode, the driver's door was closed after the key was carried outside the vehicle, and the shift lever not in "P" The electronic key has a low battery Correction procedure Interior alarm sounds continuously*1 Shift the shift lever to "P" and turn - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 65
l Locking and unlocking the doors: Use the mechanical key. (→P. 481) l Starting the engine: →P. 410 n Customization that can be configured at Toyota dealer Settings (e.g. smart key system) can be changed. (Customizable features →P. 519) →P. 150 n When the electronic key battery is fully depleted 36 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 66
doors n Certification for the smart key system FCC ID:NI4TMLF-5 NOTE: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 1 Before driving - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 67
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors 38 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 68
the radio waves. Then, consult your doctor to see if you should disable the smart key system. l Users of any electrical medical device other than implanted pacemakers and implanted cardiac defibrillators . Ask your Toyota dealer for details for disabling the smart key system. 1 Before driving 39 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 69
, c losing a nd loc k ing t he doors Wire le ss re m ot e c ont rol The wireless remote control can be used to lock and unlock the vehicle. Locks all doors Unlocks all doors 1 2 3 Opens the windows and moon roof (press and hold) Sounds alarm (press and hold) (→P. 97) ITY12C025 4 40 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 70
l Starting the engine: (→P. 149) n When the electronic key battery is fully depleted →P. 410 n Conditions affecting operation →P. 30 n Customization that can be configured at Toyota dealer Settings (e.g. 2-step unlocking function) can be changed. (Customizable features →P. 519) Before driving 1 41 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 71
FCC ID:HYQ13BZS NOTE: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 72
t he doors Side doors The vehicle can be locked and unlocked using the smart key system, wireless remote control or door lock switch. n Smart key system →P. 26 n Wireless remote control →P. 40 n Door lock switch Locks all doors Unlocks all doors 1 Before driving n Inside lock button Locks the - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 73
lock button to the lock position. Close the door. The door cannot be locked if the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode, or the electronic key is left inside the vehicle. The key may not be detected correctly and the door may be locked. Rear door child-protector lock The - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 74
and locking the doors Automatic door locking and unlocking systems The following functions can vehicle speed is approximately 12 mph (20 km/h) or higher. All doors are unlocked when the driver's door is opened within 10 seconds after turning the "ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF. 1 Before driving - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 75
lock release system In the event that the vehicle is system may not operate. n Using the mechanical key The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the mechanical key. (→P. 481) n Customization that can be configured at Toyota dealer Settings (e.g. unlocking function using a key) can be changed - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 76
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION n To prevent an accident Observe the following precautions while driving the vehicle. Failing to do so may result in a door opening and an occupant falling out, resulting in death or serious injury. l Always use a seat belt. l Always - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 77
1 -2 . Ope ning, c losing a nd loc k ing t he doors Ba ck door The back door can be opened using the back door opener STEP 1 Unlock the back door Raise the back door ITY12C035 STEP 2 Pull the handle ITY12C018 The back door can be locked and unlocked using the entry function, wireless remote - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 78
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Rear step bumper The rear step bumper is for rear end protection and easier stepup loading. 1 Before driving n When closing the back door l Make sure that the lower side of the back door is closed before closing the upper side of the back - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 79
driving Observe the following precautions. Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury. l Keep the back door closed. This not only keeps personal belongings from being thrown out, but also prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle. l Do not get on the rear step bumper. NOTICE - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 80
fore/aft control switch Seatback switch angle control 1 Seat cushion (front) angle control switch Vertical switch height control Before driving Lumbar support control switch (driver's side only) Active head restraint When a front seatback receives a strong impact, the head restraint moves - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 81
seatback may cause the head restraint to move. This does not indicate a problem. CAUTION n Seat adjustment l Be careful that the seat does not hit passengers or luggage. l Do not recline the seat more than necessary when the vehicle is in motion to reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt. - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 82
1 -3 . Adjust a ble c om pone nt s (se a t s, m irrors, st e e ring w he e l) Re a r se at s Second seat Seatback angle adjustment lever Seat position lever adjustment 1 Before driving Third seat 1 1 ITY13C008 53 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 83
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Tumbling the second seats and third seat entry For easy access to the third seat, perform ond seats". (→P. 55) n Before tumbling second seats STEP 1 STEP 1 in "Tumbling sec- Stow the seat belt buckles and lower the head restraints to the - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 84
n Tumbling second seats STEP 1 Fold down the seatback while pulling the seatback angle adjustment lever, and swing the whole seat up and forward. 1 Before driving STEP 2 Hook the holding strap to the assist grip and secure the seat by pulling its free end. When returning the second seat to its - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 85
seat cushion, and install them on the seat hooks. When returning the second seat to its original position, remove the seat hook covers from the floor and install them in the back of the seat cushion. ITY13C025 n If you cannot raise the left side seatback STEP - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 86
Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Tumbling the third seats n Before tumbling third seats STEP 1 Stow the seat belts buckles. 1 Before driving ITY13C018 STEP 2 STEP 3 Stow the center head restraint in the seat back. (→P. 68) Pass the outer seat belts through the seat belt - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 87
1 Fold down the head restraints while pulling the head restraint angle lever. ITY13C022 STEP 2 Push the seatback angle levers and fold the third seats. STEP 3 Lift the seats sideward while pulling the seat leg lock release levers. The seat back striker will also - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 88
) STEP 4 Secure the seats by the strikers. 1 Before driving ITY13C029 STEP 5 Remove the seat hook covers from the back of ITY13C030 n Returning the third seats STEP 1 Remove the seat hook covers from the floor and install them into the back of the seat cushion. STEP 2 Unlock the seats - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 89
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) STEP 3 Secure the seats by the strikers. STEP 4 Pull the handle and raise the seatbacks. STEP 5 Raise the head restraints. 60 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 90
n Seat adjustment Do not recline the seat more than necessary when the vehicle is in motion, to reduce the risk of sliding under the lap the seatback is folded l Do not sit on or place anything on the seatback while driving. l Be sure to install the seat hook covers on the seat hooks, or you may - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 91
the computer's memory and recalled with the touch of a button. It is also possible to set this function to activate automatically when the doors are unlocked. Three different driving positions can be entered into memory. n Entering a position to memory Check that the shift lever is set in "P". STEP - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 92
Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Linking driving position memory with door unlock operation Record your driving position to button "1", "2" or "3" before performing the following: Using the wireless remote control STEP 1 1 Turn the "ENGINE START STOP" switch to OFF and close - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 93
wheel) n Retained accessory power Each memorized position (except for the steering wheel position) can be activated within 30 seconds after the driver's door is opened, even if the "ENGINE START STOP" the seat does not strike the rear passenger or squeeze your body against the steering wheel. 64 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 94
seats, second seats Vertical adjustment Press and hold the lock release button when lowering the head restraint. 1 Lock release button Before driving Angle adjustment seats only) (front ITY13C105 Removal Pull the head restraint up while pressing the lock release button. lock release button - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 95
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Third outboard seats To fold Pull the head restraint angle lever to fold the head restraint. ITY13C040 Third center seat Removal Pull the head restraint up while pressing the lock release button. lock release button ITY13C041 66 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 96
sure that the head restraints are adjusted so that the center of the head restraint is closest to the top of your ears. 1 Before driving n Adjusting the second center seat head restraint Always raise the head restraint one level from the stowed position when using. n Removing the third outboard - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 97
the correct position at all times. l After adjusting the head restraints, push down on them and make sure they are locked in position. l Do not drive with the head restraints removed. 68 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 98
a ble c om pone nt s (se a t s, m irrors, st e e ring w he e l) Se at be lt s Make sure that all occupants are wearing their seat belts before driving the vehicle. n Correct use of the seat belts 1 l Extend the shoulder belt so that it comes fully over the shoulder, but does not come into contact - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 99
type restraint with 2 buckles. Both seat belt buckles must be correctly located and securely latched for proper operation. Make sure that the buckle with the gray buckle release button is securely latched for ready use of the center seat belt. ITY13C049 70 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 100
not required, such as when removing the third seat. STEP 1 To release the hooked tab, insert the mechanical key into the hole on the buckle with the light gray buckle release button. 1 Before driving STEP 2 Stow the seat belt tabs in the cover set in the roof as shown. n Extracting the belt - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 101
a rear impact. Pre-collision seat belts (front seats of vehicles with pre-collision system) When operating in the event of sudden braking, the seat allow the belt to extend, and you can move around fully. n Automatic locking retractor (ALR) When a passenger's shoulder belt is completely extended - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 102
for the child, until the child become large enough to properly wear the vehicle's seat belt. (→P. 123) l When the child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle's seat belt, follow the instructions on P. 69 regarding seat belt usage. n Replacing the belt after the pretensioner has - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 103
seat and always use a seat belt and/ or an appropriate child restraint system. l Do not recline the seat any more than necessary to achieve a proper seat. Doing so will disperse the passenger's weight, which prevents the sensor from detecting the passenger's weight properly. As a result, the seat - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 104
driving n Seat belt damage and wear l Do not damage the seat belts by allowing the belt, plate or buckle to be jammed in the door. l Inspect the seat belt system periodically. Check for cuts, fraying, and loose parts assembly, including the belts, if your vehicle has been involved in a serious - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 105
another vehicle, when used by another person, or at a different seating position other than the one originally intended. n Precaution for pre-collision seat belts Do not rely solely on the pre-collision system to avoid accidents. Always pay attention to the surrounding conditions, and drive safely - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 106
ring w he e l) St e e ring w he e l The steering wheel can be adjusted to a comfortable position while the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode. Up 1 1 Down Before driving 3 4 Toward the driver Away from the driver 2 ITY13C064 Auto tilt away and auto return When the - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 107
A desired steering position can be entered to memory and recalled automatically by the driving position memory. (→P. 62) CAUTION n While driving Do not adjust the steering wheel. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle the vehicle and an accident, resulting in death or serious injury. 78 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 108
are used to detect the headlights of vehicles behind and automatically reduces the reflected light. Turns auto mode on/off 1 The indicator comes on when auto mode is turned on. Before driving The mirror will revert to the auto mode each time the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is turned to IGNITION - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 109
s (se a t s, m irrors, st e e ring w he e l) Out side re a r vie w m irrors Mirror angle can be adjusted using the switch when the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode. STEP 1 Select a mirror to adjust Left Right STEP 2 Adjust the mirror Up Right Down Left Folding back - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 110
function when reversing The outside rear view mirrors will automatically angle downwards when the vehicle is reversing in order to give a better 62) 1 Before driving CAUTION n While driving Observe the following precautions. Failing to do so may result in losing control of the vehicle and cause an - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 111
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) NOTICE n 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. 82 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 112
r w indow s The power windows can be opened and closed using the following switches. Closing One-touch closing* Opening One-touch opening* 1 Before driving *:Pressing the switch in the opposite direction will stop window travel partway. Lock switch Press the switch down to lock passenger window - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 113
key system. n Operating the power windows after turning the "ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF The power windows can be operated for approximately 45 seconds even after the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is turned ACCESSORY (e.g. linked door lock operation) can be changed. (Customizable features →P. 519) 84 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 114
injury. l Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body in a position where it could be caught when a window is being operated injury. n Jam protection function l Never try jamming any part of your body to activate the jam protection function intentionally. l The jam - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 115
1 -4 . Ope ning a nd c losing t he w indow s a nd m oon roof M oon roof Use the overhead switches to open, close, and tilt the moon roof up and down. n Opening and closing Open Stops just before it is opened fully. Press the switch again to fully open. Close To stop partway, press the switch - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 116
l The moon roof can be closed using the smart key system. n Operating the moon roof after turning the "ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF The moon roof can be operated for approximately 45 seconds even after the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned OFF. It cannot, however, be - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 117
information display in the instrument panel when the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is turned OFF and the linked door lock operation) can be changed. (Customizable features →P. 519) CAUTION n make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their bodies in a position where they could be caught - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 118
the following steps to open the fuel tank cap. n Before refueling the vehicle Turn the "ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF and ensure that all the doors and windows are closed. n Opening the fuel tank cap STEP 1 1 Before driving Pull the lever. STEP 2 Turn the fuel tank cap slowly to open. STEP - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 119
fuel tank cap When replacing the fuel tank cap, turn it until a clicking sound is heard. After releasing your hand, the cap will turn slightly to the opposite direction. n Fuel types Use unleaded gasoline. (87 Octane Rating [Research Octane Number 91] or higher) n Fuel tank capacity Approximately - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 120
fuel vapors to ignite. l Always hold the grips on the fuel tank cap and turn it slowly to remove it. A whooshing sound may be heard when the fuel tank hazard. n When replacing the fuel tank cap Do not use anything but a genuine Toyota fuel tank cap designed for your vehicle. Failure to do so may - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 121
1-5. Refueling NOTICE n Refueling Do not spill fuel during refueling. Failing to do so may damage the vehicle, such as causing the exhaust systems to operate abnormally or damaging fuel system components or the vehicle's painted surface. 92 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 122
key has not been previously registered in the vehicle's on-board computer. Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle. 1 SECURITY The indicator light flashes after the "ENGINE START STOP" switch has been turned OFF to indicate that the system is operating. Before driving - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 123
deterrent system n System maintenance The vehicle has a maintenance-free type of engine immobilizer system. n Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction l If the key is in contact with a metallic object. l If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system (key - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 124
Theft deterrent system n Certifications for the engine immobilizer system FCC ID: NI4TMIMB-1 NOTE: This device complies with Part 15 of Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 1 Before driving - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 125
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. NOTICE n For proper system operation Do not modify, remove or disable the engine immobilizer system. If any unauthorized changes or modifications are made, the proper operation of the - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 126
mechanical key. (The doors will lock again automatically) l The hood is opened while the vehicle is locked. l The battery is reconnected. n Setting the alarm system Close the doors and hood, and lock all doors. The system will be set automatically after 30 seconds. The indicator light changes from - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 127
. l Unlock the doors using the smart key system or the wireless remote control. l Start the engine. (The alarm will be deactivated or stopped after a few seconds.) n Items to check before locking the vehicle To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure of the following - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 128
1 -6 . T he ft de t e rre nt syst e m T he ft preve nt ion la be ls X X XXX ITY16C012 These labels are attached to the vehicle to reduce vehicle theft by facilitating the tracing and recovery of parts from stolen vehicles. Do not remove under penalty of law. 1 Before driving 99 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 129
1 -7 . Sa fe t y inform a t ion Corre c t driving post ure Drive with a good posture as follows: Sit upright and well back in the seat. (→P. 51) Adjust the position of the seat forward or backward to ensure - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 130
Safety information CAUTION n While driving l Do not adjust the position of the driver's seat. Doing so could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. l Do not place a under the seat or near the moving parts to avoid injury. Fingers or hands may become jammed in the seat mechanism. 1 Before - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 131
inform a t ion SRS a irba gs The SRS airbags inflate when the vehicle is subjected to certain types of severe impacts that may cause significant injury to the driver and front passenger from impact with interior components. Knee airbags Can help provide driver and front passenger protection. 102 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 132
occupants second outboard seat occupants. Curtain shield airbags Can help protect primarily the head of front seat occupants, second and third outboard seat occupants. 1 Before driving 103 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 133
1-7. Safety information Airbag system components 4 15 11 1 3 7 12 5 13 16 6 11 12 13 16 10 10 2 17 15 18 8 9 14 ITY17C006 Front shield airbag sensor Knee airbag Side airbag (second outboard seat) Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off switch Floor sensor Driver's seat position sensor 104 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 134
airbags with non-toxic gas to help restrain the motion of the occupants. 1 Before driving n If the SRS airbags deploy (inflate) l Bruising and slight abrasions may result from contact with a deploying (inflating) SRS airbag. l A loud noise and white powder will be emitted. l Parts of the airbag - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 135
"underrides", or goes under, the bed of a truck, etc.). l It is possible that in some collisions where the forward deceleration of the vehicle is very close to the designed threshold level, the SRS front airbags and the seat belt pretensioners may not activate together. l The SRS front passenger - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 136
if a serious impact occurs to the underside of your vehicle. Some examples are shown in the illustration. l Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or hard surface l Falling into or jumping over a deep hole l Landing hard or vehicle falling 1 Before driving The SRS curtain shield airbags may also deploy - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 137
1-7. Safety information n Types of collisions that may not deploy the SRS airbag (side and curtain shield airbags) The SRS side airbag and curtain shield airbag system may not activate if the vehicle is subjected to a collision from the side at certain angles, or a collision to the side of the - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 138
to cause the SRS airbags to inflate. Before driving l A portion of the doors is damaged or deformed, or the vehicle was involved in an accident that was not severe and rear pillar garnish, or roof interior containing the curtain shield airbags inside is scratched, cracked or otherwise damaged. - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 139
") advises: Since the risk zone for driver airbag is the first 2 - 3 in. (50 - 75 mm) of inflation in. (250 mm) away now, you can change your driving position in several ways: • Move your seat to non-slippery cushion, or raise the seat if your vehicle has that feature. • If your steering wheel is - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 140
latch plate of the driver's seat belt, the SRS driver's airbag system will judge that the driver is wearing the seat belt even though the using a child restraint system. Toyota strongly recommends that all infants and children be placed in the rear seats of the vehicle and properly restrained. The - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 141
the seat or lean against the dashboard. ITY17C021 l Do not allow a child to sit on the knees of a front passenger while the vehicle is moving. l Do not drive the vehicle while the driver or passenger have items resting on their knees. ITY17C023 l Do not lean against the door, the roof side rail - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 142
on the coat hooks. All of these items could become projectiles and seriously injure or kill you, should the SRS curtain shield airbag deploy. 1 Before driving ITY17C029 ITY17C031 113 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 143
inflation of the front passenger airbag. l Do not use seat accessories which cover the parts where the SRS side airbags inflate as they may interfere with the SRS airbag has deployed, open a door or window to allow fresh air in, or leave the vehicle if it is safe to do so. Wash off any residue as - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 144
rail l Repairs or modifications of the front fender, front bumper, or side of the occupant compartment l Installation of snow plows, winches, etc. to the front grille (bull bars, kangaroo bar etc.) l Modifications to the vehicle's suspension system l Installation of electronic devices such as mobile - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 145
ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF.) n This switch only should be used In a situation where the inflation is not desired (such as during extreme off road driving in a vehicle rollover. l The curtain shield airbag will activate in a severe side impact. CAUTION n While normal driving Make sure the - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 146
classification system Your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger occupant classification system. This system detects the conditions of the front passenger seat and activates or deactivates the devices for front passenger. 1 Before driving SRS warning light AIR BAG OFF indicator light AIR BAG - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 147
front passenger side Front passenger's seat belt pretensioner Activated On Off Flashing*2 Indicator/ warning light n Child*3 or child restraint system*4 AIR BAG ON and AIR BAG OFF indicator lights SRS warning light Front passenger's seat belt reminder light Front passenger airbag and knee airbag - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 148
1-7. Safety information n Unoccupied AIR BAG ON and AIR BAG OFF indicator lights SRS warning light Front passenger's seat belt reminder light side Front passenger's seat belt pretensioner Not illuminated 1 Indicator/ warning light Off Before driving Deactivated Activated Deactivated 119 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 149
1-7. Safety information n System malfunction AIR BAG ON and AIR BAG OFF indicator lights SRS system should only be installed on the front passenger seat when it is unavoidable. (→P. 123) In case the indicator is not illuminated, consult this manual as for installing the child restraint system - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 150
system. Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury. Before driving front passenger seat. If the AIR BAG OFF indicator light is weight on the front passenger seat by putting your hands or feet on the front passenger seat seatback from the second seat. l Do not let a second seat passenger lift - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 151
n Front passenger occupant classification system precautions l If an adult sits in the front passenger seat, the AIR BAG ON indicator light is illuminated. If the AIR BAG OFF indicator is illuminated, ask the passenger to sit up straight, well back in the seat, feet on the floor, and with the seat - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 152
the use of child restraint systems. 1 Before driving Points to remember Studies have system appropriate to the age and size of the child. l For installation details, follow the instructions provided with the child restraint system. General installation instructions are provided in this manual - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 153
1-7. Safety information Types of child restraints Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types according to the age and size of the child. Infant seat Convertible seat Booster seat 124 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 154
driving ITY17C108 n When the child restraint system is not in use Leave the child restraint system properly system, sit the child on a rear seat and use the vehicle's seat belt. (→P. 69) CAUTION n Using a child restraint system The use of a child restraint system not suitable for the vehicle - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 155
windshield, or between you and the vehicle's interior. l Toyota strongly urges the use of a proper child restraint system that conforms to the size of . l Never install a rear-facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat even if the AIR BAG OFF indicator light illuminates. In the event - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 156
's instructions. Firmly secure the child restraints using the seat belt or a child restraint lower anchor belt. Attach the top strap when installing a child restraint. 1 Seat belts equipped with a child restraint locking mechanism (ALR/ELR belts except driver's seat belt) (→P. 69) Before driving - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 157
system ⎯ Infant seat/convertible seat STEP 1 Fold the seatback while pulling the seatback angle lever. Return the seatback and secure it at the first lock position. (→P. 53) STEP 2 Place the infant seat/convertible seat on the second or third seat facing the rear of the vehicle. STEP - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 158
and then allow it to retract slightly in order to activate the ALR lock mode. 1 Lock mode allows the seat belt to retract only. Before driving STEP 5 While pushing the infant seat/ convertible seat down into the seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until the infant seat/convertible seat is - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 159
the seatback while pulling the seatback angle lever. Return the seatback and secure it at the first lock position. (→P. 53) STEP 2 Place the convertible seat on the seat facing the front of the vehicle. STEP 3 Run the seat belt through the convertible seat and insert the plate into the buckle - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 160
the shoulder strap and then allow it to retract slightly into the ALR lock mode. Lock mode allows the seat belt to retract only. 1 Before driving STEP 5 While pushing the convertible seat into the seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until the convertible seat is securely in place. After the - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 161
the seatback and secure it at the first lock position. (→P. 53) STEP 2 Place the booster seat on the seat facing the front of the vehicle. STEP 3 Sit the child in the booster seat. Fit the seat belt to the booster seat according to the manufacturer's instructions and insert the plate into the - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 162
1-7. Safety information Removing a child restraint installed with a seat belt Press the buckle release button and fully retract the seat belt. 1 Before driving Installation with child restraint lower anchors STEP 1 Fold the seatback forward and then back to the 1st lock position (most upright - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 163
1-7. Safety information Type A STEP 3 Latch the hooks of the lower straps onto the anchors. If the child restraint has a top strap, the top strap should be latched onto the anchor. ITY17C124 Type B STEP 3 Latch the anchors. buckles onto the If the child restraint has a top strap, the top - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 164
1-7. Safety information Child restraint systems with a top strap STEP 1 Secure the child restraint using a seat belt or ISOFIX rigid anchors, and do the following. 1 Outside Adjust the head restraint to the upmost position. Before driving ITY17C055 Center STEP 1 Lower the head restraint to - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 165
to the downmost position. ITY17C058 n Laws and regulations pertaining to Anchors Anchors conform to FMVSS225. Child restraint systems conforming to FMVSS213 specifications can be used. This vehicle is designed to conform to the SAE J1819. CAUTION n When installing a booster seat Do not fully - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 166
system Follow the directions given in the child restraint system installation manual and fix the child restraint system securely in place. If the child restraint system even if the AIR BAG OFF indicator light instructions provided by the child restraint system manufacturer. 1 Before driving 137 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 167
belt is not caught behind the child seat. Make sure the child restraint system is securely attached, or it may cause death or serious injury to the or accident. l When using the left side lower anchors for the child restraint system, do not sit in the center seat. Seat belt function may be impaired, - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 168
. n Starting the engine (→P. 150) n Driving STEP 1 With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to "D". (→P. 153) Release the parking brake. (→P. 159) STEP 2 STEP 3 Gradually release the brake pedal and gently push the accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle. With the shift lever - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 169
trailer. l For the first 1000 miles (1600 km Do not drive at extremely high speeds. Avoid sudden acceleration. Do not drive continuously in the low gears. Do not drive at a constant speed for extended periods. When driving 2 n Drum-in-disc type parking brake system Your vehicle has a drum-in-disc - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 170
. The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. This may cause a fire if there is any flammable material nearby. l Do not let the vehicle roll backwards while the shift lever is in a driving position, or roll forward while the shift lever is in "R". Doing so may cause the engine to - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 171
that may result in death or serious injury. l Always check that all passengers' arms, heads or other parts of their bodies are not outside the vehicle, as this may result in death or serious injury. l Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the legal speed limit permits it, do not - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 172
and unexpectedly, and may cause an accident. l Do not leave the vehicle with the engine running for a long time. If such a situation cannot be avoided, park the vehicle in an open space and check that exhaust fumes do not enter the vehicle interior. l Always keep a foot on the brake pedal while the - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 173
death or a serious health hazard. l If the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated area, stop the engine. In a closed area, such as a garage, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to death or a serious health hazard. l The exhaust system should be checked occasionally. If there is - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 174
could cause an accident or fire due to abnormal engine overheating. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked in a poorly ventilated area, exhaust fumes may enter the vehicle and cause death or a serious health hazard. n When braking the vehicle l If the power brake assist function does not operate - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 175
Always put the shift lever in "P". Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to move or the vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is accidentally depressed. n Avoiding damage to vehicle parts When driving 2 l Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 176
water immersion In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following. l Brake function l Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, transmission, transfer, differentials, etc. l Lubricant condition - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 177
as depressing the brake pedal.) n Changing engine (ignition) switch mode OFF mode* Emergency flashers can be used. 2 ACCESSORY mode Some electrical components such as the audio system can be used. The "ENGINE START STOP" switch indicator turns amber. When driving IGNITION ON mode All electrical - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 178
2-1. Driving procedures n Starting the engine STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 Check that the parking brake is set. Check that the shift lever is set in "P". Sit in the driver's seat and firmly depress the brake pedal. The "ENGINE START STOP" switch indicator turns green. STEP 4 Press the "ENGINE START STOP - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 179
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. n Auto power off function If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than an hour with the shift lever in "P", the "ENGINE START STOP" switch will automatically turn off. n Electronic key battery - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 180
Do not touch the "ENGINE START STOP" switch while driving. Pressing and holding the "ENGINE START STOP" switch will stop the engine, which may lead to an unexpected accident. NOTICE n To prevent battery discharge Do not leave the "ENGINE START STOP" switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 181
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s Aut om at ic t ra nsm ission Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions. n Shifting the shift lever 2 When driving While the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in IGNITION ON mode, depress the brake pedal and move the shift lever. 153 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 182
uses Shift position P R N D S Function Parking the vehicle or starting the engine Reversing Neutral Normal driving*1 "S" mode driving *2 *1: To improve fuel consumption and reduce noises, set the shift lever in the "D" position for normal driving. *2: By selecting shift ranges using "S" mode, you - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 183
2-1. Driving procedures Changing shift ranges in "S" mode Shift the shift lever to the "S" position and operate the shift lever. Upshifting Downshifting 2 P R N + D S- When driving ITY21C009 The initial shift range in "S" mode is automatically set to "5" or "4" according to the vehicle's speed. - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 184
selecting gears between 1 and 3 according to vehicle speed and driving conditions. Automatically selecting gears between 1 and 2 according to vehicle speed and driving conditions. Setting the gear at 1. A lower shift range will provide greater engine braking force than a higher shift range, and - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 185
engine is turned off after driving in second start mode. n If the shift lever cannot be shifted from "P" When driving 2 →P. 478 n If the "S" indicator does not come on even after shifting the shift lever to "S" This may indicate a malfunction in the automatic transmission system. Have the vehicle - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 186
flash until you release the lever. Move and hold the lever partway to signal a lane change The left hand signal will flash until you release the lever. ITY21C013 n Turn signals can be operated when The "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in IGNITION ON mode. n If the indicators flash faster than usual - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 187
the parking brake Slightly raise the lever and lower it completely while pressing the button. 2 When driving NOTICE n Before driving Fully release the parking brake. Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components overheating, which may affect braking performance and - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 188
IGNITION ON mode. Tachometer Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Engine coolant temperature gauge Displays the engine coolant temperature. Fuel gauge Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank. Speedometer Displays the vehicle speed. Voltmeter Displays the charge state - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 189
been driven. Trip meter: Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the meter was last reset. Trip meters A and B can be used to record and display different distances independently. Engine oil pressure gauge Displays the engine oil pressure. Odometer/trip meter and trip meter reset - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 190
coolant temperature gauge is in the red zone ("H"). In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely. (→P. 488) n While driving l When the voltmeter indicates more than 19 V or less than 9 V, the battery may be malfunctioning. Have - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 191
2 -2 . I nst rum e nt c lust e r I ndic at ors a nd w a r ning light s The indicator and warning lights on the instrument cluster and center panel inform the driver of the status of the vehicle's various systems. Instrument cluster 2 When driving Center panel ITY22C017 163 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 192
indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle's various systems. Turn signal indicator (→P. 158) Headlight high beam PWR" mode indicator (→P. 154) Automatic transmission second start indicator (→P. 154) Low speed four-wheel drive indicator light (→P. 190) Center differential - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 193
Instrument cluster n Warning lights Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in the indicated vehicle's systems. (→P. 449) * * (if equipped) * * * * * * * * 2 When driving *:These lights turn on when the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode to indicate that - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 194
Multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of driving-related data. l Trip information (→P. 167) Displays driving range, fuel consumption and other cruising-related information. l Toyota park assist system display (→P. 181) Automatically displayed when using Toyota park assist - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 195
Switch the display Display items can be switched by pressing the "DISP" button. 2 When driving Trip information n Current fuel consumption Displays the current rate of fuel consumption. n Average fuel consumption Displays the average fuel consumption since the vehicle was last refueled. 167 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 196
displayed. l When only a small amount of fuel is added to the tank, the display may not be updated. n Average vehicle speed Displays the average vehicle speed since the engine was started. n Driving distance Displays the driving distance since the engine was started. n Tire inflation pressure (If - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 197
check display After switching the "ENGINE START STOP" switch to IGNITION ON mode, "LAND CRUISER" is displayed while system operation is checked. When the system check is complete, the normal screen will return. n Tire inflation pressure Tire inflation pressure changes with temperature. The displayed - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 198
rs H e a dlight sw it ch The headlights can be operated manually or automatically. The side marker, parking, tail, license plate and instrument panel lights and all lights listed above turn on and off automatically. (When the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in IGNITION ON mode.) ITY23C001 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 199
light and may cause the automatic headlight system to malfunction. n Automatic light off system l When the headlights are on: The headlights and tail lights turn off 30 seconds after a door is opened and closed if the "ENGINE START STOP" switch has been switched to ACCESSORY or OFF mode. l When only - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 200
2 -3 . Ope ra t ing t he light s a nd w ipe rs Fog light sw it ch The fog lights improve visibility in difficult driving conditions, such as in rain or fog. The fog lights can be used when the headlights are on low beam. Off On ITY23C014 172 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 201
intervals can be adjusted for intermittent operation (when "INT" is selected). Intermittent wiper operation Low speed wiper operation High speed wiper operation Temporary operation 2 When driving ITY23C021 Wash/wipe operation Wipers operate automatically. 173 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 202
and washer can be operated when The "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in IGNITION ON washer fluid reservoir. n In extremely hot or cold weather The system will turn off if the windshield gets extremely hot (at outside rear view mirror defoggers automatically turn on when you operate the wipers. n - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 203
you and held continually. n When a nozzle becomes block Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged. When driving 175 2 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 204
window wiper operation Normal window wiper operation Washer operation Washer/wiper dual operation ITY23C036 n The rear window wiper and washer can be operated when The "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in IGNITION ON mode. NOTICE n When the rear window is dry Do not use the wipers, as they may damage - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 205
. Press the switch to clean the headlights. 2 ITY23C039 When driving n The headlight cleaner can be operated when The "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in IGNITION ON mode and the headlight switch is turned on. NOTICE n When the washer fluid tank is empty Do not use this function when the washer - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 206
2 -4 . U sing ot he r driving syst e m s Cruise c ont rol Use the cruise control to maintain a set speed without using the accelerator. n Set the vehicle speed STEP 1 Press the "ON-OFF" switch to operate the cruise control. Press the switch once more to deactivate the cruise control. CAN CEL RES - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 207
When driving n Cruise control can be set when l The shift lever is in the "D" or "4", "5" or "6" range of "S". l Vehicle speed is more than approximately 25 mph (40 km/h). n Accelerating The vehicle can be accelerated normally. After acceleration, the set speed resumes. n Automatic cruise control - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 208
driving systems n If the cruise control indicator light flashes Turn the "ON-OFF" button off once, and then reactivate the system. If the cruise control speed cannot be set or if the cruise control cancels immediately after being activated, there may be a malfunction in the cruise control system - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 209
2 -4 . U sing ot he r driving syst e m s Toyot a pa rk a ssist syst e m (if e quippe d) Toyota park assist system uses sensors in the corners and rear of the vehicle to detect the distance between the vehicle and any obstacles, and informs the driver of this distance using the multi-information - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 210
2-4. Using other driving systems n Multi-information display Front corner sensor detection Rear corner sensor detection Back sensor detection ITY24C017 n Touch screen (with navigation system) When the vehicle is moving forward The graphic is automatically displayed when an obstacle is detected. - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 211
2-4. Using other driving systems Sensor detection display, obstacle distance n Corner sensors Approximate distance than 1.0 ft. (30 cm) Multiinformation display Touch screen Insert display 2 When driving (continuous) (continuous) (blinking) (continuous) (continuous) (blinking rapidly) (blinking - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 212
2-4. Using other driving systems n Back sensors Approximate distance to obstacle Multi-information display Touch screen (insert display) 5.0 ft. (150 cm) to 2.0 ft. (60 cm) (continuous) (blinking slowly) 2.0 ft. (60 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 213
2-4. Using other driving systems Beeps and obstacle distance A beep sounds when the corner sensors and back sensors are operating. l The beep sounds faster as the vehicle approaches an obstacle. When the vehicle comes within the following distance of the obstacle, the beep sounds continuously. • • - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 214
, they will not be detected. The range of the sensors may change depending on the shape of the object etc. ITY24C018 Warning beep volume and touch screen settings (vehicles with navigation system only) You can change the warning beep volume and touch screen operating conditions. STEP 1 Press - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 215
of the screen even has been selected. n The Toyota park assist system can be operated when l Front corner sensors: • The "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in IGNITION ON mode. • The shift lever is in a position other than "P". • The vehicle speed is less than about 6 mph (10 km/h). l Rear corner and - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 216
to one side. • If a commercial fender pole or radio antenna is installed. • If moving towards a high curb or a curb corner. • If towing eyelet is installed on your vehicle. • The bumper or sensor receives a strong impact. • A non-genuine Toyota suspension (lowered suspension etc.) is installed. In - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 217
driving systems n If a message is displayed on the multi-information display →P. 460 n Certification This device complies with Part 15 for safety and drive carefully. l Do not install accessories within the sensors' detection areas. NOTICE n When washing the vehicle Do not apply intensive - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 218
in sand or mud, etc. 4 ITY24C024 ITY24C026 n Center differential lock/unlock switch Lock the center differential when your vehicle's wheels get stuck in a ditch or when driving on a slippery or bumpy surface. Unlock the center differential after the wheels have been freed, or after moving to - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 219
other driving systems Shifting between "H4"and "L4" n Shifting from "H4" to "L4" STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 Stop the vehicle completely. Shift the shift lever to "N". Push and turn the four-wheel drive control switch fully clockwise. Maintain this condition until the low speed four-wheel drive indicator - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 220
2-4. Using other driving systems Neutral position Shifting to the neutral position cuts drive power to the wheels. n Shifting from "H4" to the neutral position STEP 1 Stop the vehicle completely. Make sure the vehicle is stopped in a safe place while carrying out the following procedure. STEP 2 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 221
the following procedure. 2 When driving n Shifting from neutral position to "H4" STEP 1 Stop the vehicle completely. Make sure the vehicle is stopped in a safe place while carrying out the following procedure. STEP 2 STEP 3 Set the parking brake firmly. Turn the "ENGINE START STOP" switch to - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 222
driving systems n The four-wheel drive control switch can be operated when l The "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in IGNITION ON mode. l The shift lever is in the "N" position. l The vehicle is stopped completely. n Advice for driving downshifted to first gear. • The four-wheel drive control switch - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 223
on/off, a beep sounds and the transfer position may not successfully change. In this case, stop the vehicle completely, return the shift lever to "N" and operate the switch again. l If the engine coolant temperature is too low, the four-wheel drive control system may not be able to shift. When the - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 224
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION n While driving Never move the four-wheel drive control switch if the wheels have lost traction. Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury. NOTICE n To prevent damage to the center differential l For normal driving on dry and hard - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 225
-road surfaces at a fixed low speed without pressing the accelerator or brake pedal. Minimizes loss of traction or vehicle slip when driving on slippery road surfaces, allowing for stable driving. n Crawl control switch On/off The crawl control indicator is lit and the slip indicator flashes when - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 226
crawl control indicator flashes until the system has turned off completely. When turning off crawl control while traveling, stop the vehicle before the crawl control indicator turns off, or drive extremely carefully. n The crawl control can be operated when l The engine is running. l The shift lever - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 227
will cease operation and a buzzer will sound to alert the driver. Stop the vehicle in a safe place. (There is no problem with continuing normal driving.) n If the automatic transmission system overheats The system will cease operation, a buzzer will sound and a warning message will be displayed to - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 228
crawl control. This function does not extend the vehicle's performance limitations. Always thoroughly check the road conditions, and drive safely. n Conditions under which the system may not operate correctly When driving on the following surfaces, the system may not be able to maintain a fixed low - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 229
syst e m s To help enhance driving safety and performance, the following systems operate automatically in response to various driving situations. Be aware, however, that these systems are supplementary and should not be relied upon too heavily when operating the vehicle. n Multi Terrain ABS (Anti - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 230
2-4. Using other driving systems When the VSC/Active TRAC/hill-start assist control systems are operating If the vehicle is in danger of slipping, rolling backwards when starting on an incline, or if the rear wheels spin, the slip indicator light flashes to indicate - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 231
2-4. Using other driving systems To disable Active TRAC and/or VSC system If the vehicle gets stuck in fresh snow or mud, Active TRAC and VSC system may reduce power from the engine to the wheels. You may need to turn the system off to enable you to rock the vehicle in order to free it. n Turning - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 232
Turning the "ENGINE START STOP" switch off after turning off the Active TRAC and VSC systems will automatically re-enable them. n Automatic Active TRAC reactivation If only the Active TRAC system is turned off, the Active TRAC system will turn on when vehicle speed increases. n Automatic Active TRAC - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 233
2-4. Using other driving systems n Sounds and vibrations caused by the Multi Terrain ABS, brake assist, Active TRAC, VSC and hill-start assist control l A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indicate - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 234
effectively on steep inclines and roads covered in ice. n When Active TRAC and VSC are off Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road conditions. As there are systems to ensure vehicle stability and driving force, do not turn off Active TRAC and VSC unless necessary. 206 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 235
your Toyota dealer for further information when replacing tires or wheels. 2 When driving NOTICE n KDSS In the following situations, there is the possibility that a system malfunction has occurred, and drive comfort and the vehicle's ability to travel on poor road surfaces may be reduced. Take the - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 236
seat belt. n When there is a malfunction in the system Warning message will be displayed on the multi-information display. (→P. 460) CAUTION n Limitations of the pre-collision system Do not rely on the pre-collision system. Always drive safely, taking care to observe your surroundings and checking - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 237
allowing you to anticipate problems. l It is not designed for cornering at the same speeds as ordinary passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars designed to perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions. Therefore, sharp turns at excessive speeds may cause rollover. 2 When driving 209 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 238
sensitive to side winds than an ordinary passenger car. Slowing down will allow you to have better control. l Do not drive horizontally across steep slopes. Driving straight up or straight down is preferred. Your vehicle (or any similar off-road vehicle) can tip over sideways much more easily than - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 239
are wet, driving techniques should be changed or travel delayed to prevent damage to roads. 2 When driving n Additional information for off-road driving For owners in U.S. mainland, Hawaii and Puerto Rico: To obtain additional information pertaining to driving your vehicle off-road, consult - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 240
occur. l When driving off-road or in rugged terrain, do not drive at excessive speeds, jump, make sharp turns, strike objects, etc. This may cause loss of control or vehicle rollover causing death or serious injury. You are also risking expensive damage to your vehicle's suspension and chassis. 212 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 241
brake system components. l 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 "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement". 2 When driving 213 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 242
precautions, cargo capacity and load. l Stow cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment whenever possible. Be sure all items are secured in place. l Be careful to keep the vehicle level. Placing the weight as far forward as possible helps maintain vehicle balance. l For better fuel economy, do - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 243
Adjusting the position of cross rails STEP 1 Turn the knobs counterclockwise to release the cross rails. 2 ITY25C040 When driving STEP 2 Slide the cross rails to the appropriate position for loading luggage and turn the knobs clockwise to tighten the cross rails securely. ITY25C041 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 244
and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. (6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 245
information Example on your vehicle Cargo capacity Total load capacity 2 When driving When 2 people with the combined weight of 366 lb. (166 kg) are riding in your vehicle, which has a total load capacity of 1235 lb. (560 kg), the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity will be as - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 246
2-5. Driving information CAUTION n Things that must not be carried in the luggage luggage compartment higher than the seatbacks. Such items may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the vehicle during sudden braking or in an accident. l Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 247
2-5. Driving information CAUTION n Weight of the load l Do not exceed the maximum axle weight rating or the total vehicle weight rating. l Even if the total load of occupant's weight and the cargo load is less than the total load capacity, do not apply the load unevenly. Improper loading may - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 248
2-5. Driving information CAUTION n Cross rail adjustment Make sure the cross rails are locked securely by pushing forward and rearward them. Failure to do so may cause - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 249
means the maximum gross trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo weight) that you vehicle is able to tow. n Cargo capacity Cargo capacity may increase or decrease depending on the weight and the number of occupants. 2 When driving n Total load capacity and seating capacity These details are - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 250
before driving the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions. n Pre-winter preparations l Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside temperatures Engine oil Engine coolant Washer fluid l Have a service technician - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 251
prevent it from freezing. l To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan, remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in front of the windshield. l Remove any ice that has accumulated on the vehicle chassis. l Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 252
of road. Always check local regulations before installing chains. l Retighten the chains after driving 1/4 - 1/2 mile (0.5 - 1.0 km). n Tire chains Observe the following precautions chains on the rear tires. l Install tire chains following the instructions provided in the accompanying manual. 224 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 253
Observe the following precautions to reduce the risk of accidents. Failing to do so may result in the vehicle being unable to be driven safely, and may cause death or serious injury. l Do not drive in excess of the speed limit specified for the tire chains being used, or 30 mph (50 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 254
2-5. Driving information NOTICE n Repairing or replacing snow tires Request repairs of and obtain replacement snow tires from Toyota dealers or legitimate tire retailers. This is because - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 255
stability, brake setting and performance, and the hitch. Toyota warranties do not apply to damage or malfunction caused by towing a trailer for commercial purposes. 2 When driving Contact your Toyota dealer for further information about additional requirements such as a towing kits, etc. 227 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 256
2-5. Driving information Weight limits Confirm that the gross trailer weight, gross combined weight, gross vehicle weight, gross axle weight and trailer tongue load are all within the limits. l The gross trailer weight must never exceed 8500 lb. (3856 kg). l The gross combined weight must never - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 257
towing capacity, gross trailer weight includes the trailer, cargo and necessary equipment for towing. The load placed on the trailer hitch ball. GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) 2 When driving GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) GCWR (Gross Combination Weight Rating) Gross trailer weight Towing - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 258
following instructions. The trailer cargo load should be distributed so that the tongue load is 9 to 11 %. (Tongue load / Gross trailer weight × 100 = 9 to 11 %) If the gross trailer weight is over 5000 lb. (2268 kg), it is necessary to use a sway control device with sufficient capacity. The gross - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 259
2-5. Driving information Removing hitch cover STEP 1 Remove the clip. 2 When driving STEP 2 Grasp the lower edge of the hitch cover and raise the cover. When reattaching the reverse the steps listed. cover, ITY25C047 231 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 260
your application. Trailer ball load rating Matches or exceeds the gross trailer weight rating of the trailer. Ball diameter Matches the size of the trailer coupler. Most couplers are stamped with the required trailer ball size. Shank length Protrudes beyond the bottom of the lock washer and nut - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 261
starting out, check the trailer lights and the vehicle-trailer connections. Recheck after driving a short distance. l Practice turning, stopping and a trailer, vehicle-to vehicle distance should be increased. For each 10 mph (16 km/h) of speed, allow at least one vehicle and trailer length. l Avoid - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 262
. l Take care when passing other vehicles. Passing requires considerable distance. After passing a vehicle, do not forget the length of your trailer, and be sure you have plenty of room before changing lanes. l In order to maintain engine braking efficiency when driving on a long steep downgrade, do - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 263
and keep them applied. Have someone place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and trailer wheels. When the wheel blocks are in place, release the parking brake firmly. Shift into "P" and turn off the engine. 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5 When driving l When restarting after parking on a slope: STEP - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 264
(engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearings, etc.) to tow a trailer for the first 500 miles (800 km) of driving. n Maintenance l If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance due to the additional load. (See "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 265
cause the brakes to overheat and result in reduced braking efficiency. l Do not exceed the trailer hitch assembly weight, gross vehicle weight, gross axle weight and trailer tongue load capacities. l Never load more weight in the back than in the front of the trailer. About 60% of the load should - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 266
2-5. Driving information CAUTION n Hitches l Lubricate the hitch ball with a light coat of grease. l If using a weight distributing hitch when towing, keep your vehicle level with the ground. n When towing a trailer l If the gross trailer weight exceeds 1000 lb. (453 kg), trailer brakes are - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 267
2 -5 . Driving inform a t ion Dinghy t ow ing Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels on the ground) behind a motor home. 2 When driving NOTICE n To avoid serious damage to your vehicle Do not tow your vehicle with four wheels on the ground. 239 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 268
syst e m Airflow and outlets are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting. With navigation system Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". Without navigation system Driver's side temperature control Fan speed - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 269
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Using the automatic mode STEP 1 Press . The air conditioning system will begin to operate. Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting. STEP 2 Press "∧" to increase the temperature and "∨" to - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 270
the settings n Adjusting the temperature setting Press "∧" to increase the temperature and "∨" to decrease the tem6'/2 perature on . The air conditioning system switches between individual and simultaneous modes each time is pressed. Individual mode (the indicator on is on.): The temperature for - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 271
passenger's seat The air outlets switch each time the button is pressed. Different air outlets for the driver's and front passenger's seats can be chosen. *:Driver side only Air flows to the upper body. : Only in the automatic mode Interior features 3 Air flows to the upper body and feet. 245 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 272
the air conditioning system and defogger Air flows to the feet. ITY31C013 Air flows to the feet and the windshield defogger operates. ITY31C014 n Switching between outside air and recirculated air modes Vehicles with windshield wiper de-icer Press . The mode switches between outside air mode - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 273
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Changing the rear seat settings from the front seat n switch will enter individual mode. The air conditioning system switches between individual and simultaneous modes each time is pressed. 3 Interior features n Adjusting the fan speed STEP - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 274
FRONT REAR A/C ITY31C023 Micro dust and pollen filter Press . Outside air mode switches to recirculated air mode. Pollen is removed from the air and the air flows to the upper part of the body. Usually the system will turn off automatically approximately 3 minutes later. To stop the operation - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 275
. Turn the knob to open or close the vent. ITY31C030 Front side outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. Turn the knob to open or close the vent. 3 Interior features Rear center outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. Turn the knob to - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 276
pressed. n Micro dust and pollen filter l In order to prevent the windows from fogging up when the outside air is cold, the following may occur. • Outside air mode does not switch to recirculated air mode. • The air conditioning system operates automatically. • The operation cancels after 1 minute - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 277
the temperature of the outside air and that of the windshield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your vision. NOTICE n To prevent battery discharge Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the engine is stopped. 3 Interior features 251 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 278
setting display Right side temperature control Automatic mode Fan speed Changes the air outlets used Off Using the automatic mode STEP 1 Press . The air conditioning system will begin to operate. Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 279
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Adjusting the settings n Adjusting the temperature setting is shown on the display. (7 levels) Press to turn the fan off. Interior features . 3 n Changing the air outlets Press . The air outlets switch each time the button is pressed. 253 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 280
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Air flows to the upper body. ITY31C020 Air flows to the upper body and feet. ITY31C021 Air flows to the feet. ITY31C022 254 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 281
side outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. Turn the knob fully to the back of the vehicle to close the vent. 3 Interior features ITY31C035 NOTICE n To prevent battery discharge Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the engine is stopped. 255 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 282
, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors. With navigation system On/off The defoggers will automatically turn off after 15 to 225 minutes. The operation time changes according to the ambient temperature and vehicle speed. Pressing the switch again also turns the defoggers off. Without - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 283
On/off The windshield wiper de-icer will automatically turn off after approximately 15 minutes. Pressing the switch again also turns the de-icer off. 3 Without navigation system Interior features n The windshield wiper de-icer can be operated when The "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in IGNITION ON - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 284
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m Audio syst e m t ype With navigation system Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". Without navigation system CD player with changer and AM/FM radio. Title Using the radio Using the CD player - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 285
while the audio system is operating. CAUTION n For vehicles sold in the U.S.A. l Part 15 of the FCC Rules FCC Warning: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment will void the user's authority to operate this device. l Laser products Interior features 3 • Do not take this unit - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 286
ADS FLD ART TR FILE ST MSG TRAF ASL RAND RPT FORDER SCAN PWR·VOL 1 2 3 4 5 6 TEXT TUNE·FILE AM·SAT FM DISC·AUX TRAF PUSH AUDIO CONTROL SEEK·TRACK TYPE·DISC Seeking the frequency SCAN PWR·VOL PWR·VOL SCAN Adjusting the frequency AM/FM mode buttons - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 287
3-2. Using the audio system Setting station presets STEP 1 Search for desired stations by turning until you hear a beep. once 3 Preset stations will be played for a few seconds each. Interior features STEP 2 When the desired station is reached, press again. n Scanning all radio stations within - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 288
Using the audio system RDS (Radio Data System) This feature changes each time the button is pressed. l ROCK l EASYLIS (Easy listening) l CLS/JAZZ (Classical music and Jazz) l R & B (Rhythm and Blues) l INFORM (Information) l RELIGION l MISC (Miscellaneous) l ALERT (Emergency messages) If the system - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 289
3-2. Using the audio system n Displaying radio text messages Press . If perfect radio reception at all times is difficult due to the continually changing position of the antenna, differences in signal strength and surrounding objects, inside the rear quarter window. Interior features 263 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 290
3-2. Using the audio system n Certifications for the radio tuner This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 291
ADS FLD ART TR FILE ST MSG TRAF ASL RAND RPT FORDER SCAN PWR·VOL 1 2 3 4 5 6 TEXT TUNE·FILE AM·SAT FM DISC·AUX TRAF PUSH AUDIO CONTROL SEEK·TRACK TYPE·DISC 3 SCAN PWR·VOL PWR·VOL SCAN Playback Selecting a track, fast forwarding or reversing Display text message - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 292
Using the audio system Loading a CDs n Loading a single CD STEP 1 Press . "WAIT" appears on the display. STEP 2 Insert a CD when the indicator on the slot turns from amber to green. The display changes from "WAIT not insert a CD within 15 seconds, loading will be canceled automatically. 266 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 293
the audio system Ejecting CDs Interior features n To select a CD to play Press "∧" or "∨" on appears on the display. n To scan loaded CDs STEP 1 until the desired CD number Press and hold Press reached. until you hear a beep. once again when the desired CD is The first 10 seconds of the first - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 294
3-2. Using the audio system Fast forwarding and rewinding tracks Press and hold "∧" or "∨" on Scanning a CD STEP 1 . Press . "SCAN" appears on the display. The first 10 seconds of each track will be played. STEP 2 Press reached. once again when the desired track is Random playback n Current - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 295
3-2. Using the audio system Switching the display Press . Each time the button is pressed, the display changes in the order of Track no./Elapsed time → CD title → Track name. 3 Interior features 269 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 296
audio system or more, the display will return to the first 12 characters. Depending on the contents recorded, the (RPT) or again. n Error messages This indicates a trouble either in the CD or inside the player. The CD components, playback is automatically stopped when a problem is detected. n If - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 297
3-2. Using the audio system NOTICE n CDs and adapters that cannot be used Do not use CDs that have a diameter that is not 4.7 in. (12 cm). 3 l Low-quality and deformed CDs. Interior features l CDs with a transparent or translucent recording area. l CDs that have tape, stickers or CD-R labels - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 298
3-2. Using the audio system NOTICE n Player precautions Failure to follow the precautions below may result in damage to the CDs or the player itself. l Do not insert anything other - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 299
FORDER SCAN PWR·VOL 1 2 3 4 5 6 TEXT TUNE·FILE AM·SAT FM DISC·AUX TRAF PUSH AUDIO CONTROL SEEK·TRACK TYPE·DISC 3 File selection Playback SCAN PWR·VOL PWR·VOL Interior features SCAN Selecting a file, fast forwarding or reversing CD selection Display text message Power Volume - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 300
3-2. Using the audio system Selecting and scanning a folder n Selecting folders one at a time Press (∨) or (∧) to select the desired folder. (∨) until you hear a To return to the first folder, press and hold beep. n Selecting the desired folder by cueing the first file of each folder Press and - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 301
3-2. Using the audio system Random playback n To play files from a particular folder in hold Switching the display Press . (RPT) until you hear a beep. Interior features Each time the switch is pressed, the display changes in the order of Folder no./File no./Elapsed time→Folder name→File name - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 302
audio system or more, the display will return to the first 12 characters. Depending on the contents recorded, RPT) or again. n Error messages This indicates a trouble either in the CD or inside the player. The CD internal components, playback is automatically stopped when a problem is detected. n If - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 303
the audio system n Lens cleaners Do not use lens cleaners. Doing so may damage the CD player. n MP3 and WMA files MP3 (MPEG Audio LAYER3) is a standard audio compression format. Files can be compressed to approximately 1/10 of their original size by using MP3 compression. WMA (Windows MediaTM Audio - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 304
: 8 levels • Maximum length of folder names/file names audio system is compatible with multi-sessions, it is possible to play discs that contain MP3 and WMA files. However, only the first system is compatible with ID3 Ver. 1.0, 1.1, and Ver. 2.2, 2.3 ID3 tags. (The number of characters is based - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 305
audio system l MP3 and WMA playback When a disc containing MP3 or WMA files is inserted, all files on the disc are first checked. Once the file check is finished, the first Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Interior features 3 NOTICE n CDs and adapters that cannot be used - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 306
and volume balance The sound quality and balance setting can be changed to produce the best sound. AUDIO CONTROL AUDIO CONTROL ITY32C011 • Automatic Sound Levelizer on/off Using the AUDIO CONTROL function n Changing modes Pressing order. "BAS" → "MID" → "TRE" → "FAD" → "BAL" → "ASL" selects - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 307
3-2. Using the audio system n Adjusting sound quality Turning adjusts the Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL) Turning to the right turns on the ASL, and turning to the left turns off the ASL. ASL automatically adjusts the volume and tone quality according to the noise level as you drive your vehicle - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 308
device and listen to it using the vehicle's speakers. STEP 1 Connect the portable audio device. AUX ITY32C015 STEP 2 Press . n Operating portable audio devices connected to the audio system The volume can be adjusted using the vehicle's audio controls. All other adjustments must be made on - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 309
3 Turning on the power Interior features Press when the audio system is turned off. The audio system can be turned off by holding the switch down until you hear a beep. Changing the audio source Press when the audio system is turned on. The audio source changes as follows each time the button - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 310
3-2. Using the audio system Adjusting the volume Press "+" on volume. to increase the volume and "-" to decrease the Hold down the button to a beep. Press and hold "∧" or "∨" on CAUTION n To reduce the risk of an accident Exercise care when operating the audio switches on the steering wheel. 284 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 311
is designed for the rear passengers to enjoy audio and DVD video separately from the front audio system. 3 Interior features VOL PHONE VIDEO MONO L R PHONE VOL ITY36C001 Front audio system Display Rear seat entertainment system controller Headphone volume control knobs and headphone - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 312
closing the display l Open Press or , . , , l Close Press or . If the display is closed with an image shown, the image will automatically turn off. (The sound will not be turned off.) Opening and closing operations can be performed from the front seat. (→"Navigation System Owner's Manual") 286 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 313
3-3. Using the rear seat entertainment system n Tilting the display The display angles change as follows each time pressed is The display angle is memorized and will be recalled when the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is turned to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode again. n Caution screen This screen - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 314
3-3. Using the rear seat entertainment system Changing the source Press to display the audio source selection screen. Select an audio source. Changing the speaker output To play the rear audio over the speakers in the vehicle, turn on. 288 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 315
→"Navigation System Owner's Manual" n Before using the controller (for new vehicle owners) An insulating sheet is set to prevent the batteries from being depleted. Remove the insulating sheet before using the remote control. 3 Interior features n When the controller batteries are fully depleted - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 316
louder sound effects or when you change to a different audio source. Be sure to adjust the volume with this in mind. CAUTION n When the rear seat entertainment system is not used Keep the Closing the display Never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protection function. 290 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 317
3-3. Using the rear seat entertainment system NOTICE n Cleaning the display Wipe the display with a . n DVD player Never try to disassemble or oil any part of the DVD player. Do not insert anything other than a disc into the slot. Interior features 3 n Closing the display Do not close the display - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 318
on the Press ∧ or ∨ on until the desired station appears on the screen. Press ∧ or ∨ on one after another. and the stations will be searched automatically 292 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 319
a r se a t e nt e rt a inm e nt syst e m U sing t he DV D cha nge r Turning on DVD changer mode Selecting a disc Selecting a disc 3 Press ∧ or ∨ on until the Interior features desired slot number appears on the screen. l Audio CD, CD text →P. 294 l MP3/WMA disc →P. 295 l DVD video - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 320
3 -3 . U sing t he re a r se a t e nt e rt a inm e nt syst e m Pla ying a n a udio CD/CD t ex t n Selecting a track Press ∧ or ∨ on until the desired track number appears on the screen. n Fast forwarding or reversing a track Press and hold ∧ or ∨ on . 294 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 321
A/M P3 disc s n Selecting a file Press ∧ or ∨ on until the desired file number appears on the screen. n Selecting a folder Press ∧ or ∨ on appears on the screen. Interior features until the desired folder number 3 n Fast forwarding or reversing a file Press ∧ or ∨ on . 295 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 322
Turning on the DVD mode Selecting a chapter/track Reversing a disc Turning on the title selection screen Changing the subtitle language Turning on the control icon screen Changing the audio language Stopping a disc Turning on the menu disc Fast forwarding a disc Playing/pausing a disc Selecting an - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 323
to page 2 Return to menu screen Stop Reverse Pause Fast forward Playback 3 Interior features Page 2 Initial DVD setup Return to page 1 Search for desired screen Return to menu screen Change subtitle language Change angle Change audio language If appears on the screen when you select an icon - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 324
3-3. Using the rear seat entertainment system DVD audio mode Return to top menu screen Page 1 Hide control icons Go to page 2 Change the audio format Reverse Stop Pause Fast forward Playback Page 2 Return to previous screen Return to registered screen Search for desired screen Initial DVD setup - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 325
entertainment system Turning For the operation of the title selection screen, see the separate manual for the DVD disc. Turning on the menu screen (DVD video following: l Select . or on the screen by pressing and holding 3 Interior features l Press and hold ∧ or ∨ on . Slow playback Select you - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 326
system Returning to the previous screen Select to return to the previous screen. For the operation of the menu screen, see the separate manual icons, select . : returns to the previous screen n Searching by group (DVD audio mode) STEP 1 STEP 2 Select on the control icon screen. Input the group - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 327
3-3. Using the rear seat entertainment system n Playing a bonus group (DVD audio mode only, if the DVD has bonus by chapter/track Press ∧ or ∨ on to select a chapter/track. 3 Interior features n Selecting a menu number (DVD audio mode only) STEP 1 STEP 2 Select on the control icon screen. Input - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 328
rear seat entertainment system Changing the subtitle language STEP 1 STEP 2 Press or select on the control icon screen. Select . , the is Each time you press next available selected. language : hides the control icons : returns to the previous screen Changing the audio language (DVD video - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 329
3-3. Using the rear seat entertainment system Changing the audio format (DVD audio only) STEP 1 STEP 2 Press or select on the control icon screen. Select . , the Each time you press next available audio format is selected. : returns to the previous screen Changing the angle (If the angle - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 330
3-3. Using the rear seat entertainment system Initial DVD setup n Displaying "Setup Menu" screen STEP 1 STEP 2 Select on the control icon screen. After you change the initial settings, select . : restores default settings n Setting audio language STEP 1 STEP 2 Select Select the desired language - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 331
features ize the personal code. STEP 3 Select a parental level (1 - 8). (→"Navigation System Owner's Manual") : returns to the previous screen n Entering a language code If you select "Other" on the "Select Audio Language" screen, "Select Subtitle Language" screen or "DVD Language" screen, you - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 332
3-3. Using the rear seat entertainment system Input the 4-digit language code and then select . : deletes the last input digit : returns to the previous screen 306 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 333
3-3. Using the rear seat entertainment system l Language codes Code 0514 0618 0405 0920 0519 2608 1113 1114 Language Galician Guarani Gujarati Hausa Hindi Croatian Hungarian Armenian Interlingua Interior features 3 Interlingue Inupiak Indonesian Icelandic Hebrew Japanese Yiddish Javanese Georgian - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 334
3-3. Using the rear seat entertainment system Code 1119 1121 1125 1201 1214 1215 1220 1222 1307 1309 1311 1312 Slovak Slovenian Samoan Code 1914 1915 1917 1918 1919 1920 1921 1923 2001 2005 2007 2008 2009 2011 2012 2014 2015 2018 2019 2020 Language Shona Somali Albanian Serbian Siswati Sesotho - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 335
3-3. Using the rear seat entertainment system Code 2023 2111 2118 2126 Language Twi Ukrainian Urdu Uzbek Code 2209 2215 2315 2408 Language Vietnamese Volap if the region code printed on the DVD matches the player's region code. If a different message is displayed: →P. 314 3 Interior features 309 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 336
3 -3 . U sing t he re a r se a t e nt e rt a inm e nt syst e m Pla ying a vide o CD n Controller Selecting a track Reversing a disc Turning on the control icon screen Stopping a disc Fast forwarding a disc Playing/pausing a disc Selecting an icon Inputting the selected icon 310 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 337
. Page 1 Go to page 2 Hide control icons Select menu number Return to registered screen Show previous screen Change sound-multiplex Show next screen 3 Page 2 Return to page 1 Interior features Pause Reverse Fast forward Playback If appears on the screen when you select an icon, the operation - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 338
3-3. Using the rear seat entertainment system Fast forwarding/reversing the video CD Perform either of the following: l Select . or on the screen by when . by pressing and holding Using the video CD menu Select . Refer to the manual that comes with the video CD for specific menu items. 312 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 339
the control icon screen. Input the desired menu number on the screen and select . 3 n Searching manually Interior features Select or on the screen, or press ∧ or ∨ on until the desired screen appears. Changing the sound-multiplex mode Select each time the on the control icon screen. The mode - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 340
X is dirty or damaged • The disc X is inserted upside down • The disc X is not playable with the player • There is a malfunction within the system • Operation is stopped due to a high temperature inside the player This indicates that no playable data is included in the disc Correction Procedures - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 341
the rear seat entertainment system n DVD video discs l The DVD player conforms to NTSC color TV formats. l Region front DVD player supports multi-channel surround sound. The rear DVD player does not support multi-channel surround sound. (only 2-channel sound is output.) 3 Interior features 315 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 342
3-3. Using the rear seat entertainment system n Symbols shown on DVD video discs Symbol Meaning Indicates NTSC format. Indicates the number of audio tracks. Indicates the number of language subtitles. Indicates the number of angles. Indicates the screen display ratios available. Wide screen: 16 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 343
system changed depending on the picture format has also been adopted. Audio data is stored using PCM and Dolby digital, which enables higher quality of sound. Furthermore, multi-angle and multi-language features will also help you enjoy the more advanced technology of DVD video. 3 Interior - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 344
3-3. Using the rear seat entertainment system l Viewer restrictions This feature limits what can discs are divided into parts by title and chapter. Title: The largest unit of the video and audio programs stored on DVD video discs. Usually, one movie, one album, or one audio program is assigned as - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 345
owners. engineering or disassembly is prohibited. l DTS "DTS" and "DTS Digital Surround" are registered trademarks of Digital Theater System, Inc. n MP3 and WMA files →P. 277 3 Interior change to a different audio source. Loud sounds may have a significant impact on the human body or pose a driving - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 346
3-3. Using the rear seat entertainment system NOTICE n Discs and adapters that cannot be used →P. 271 n Player precautions Failure to follow the precautions below may . l Do not apply oil to the player. l Store discs away from direct sunlight. l Never try to disassemble any part of the player. 320 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 347
the video mode, connect the audio-video equipment to the A/V input adapter. Using the adapter 3 Open the cover. The A/V input adapter is composed of 3 input adapters. Yellow: Image input adapter White: Left channel audio input adapter Red: Right channel audio input adapter Interior features 321 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 348
3-3. Using the rear seat entertainment system Changing to PAL format Press . If the video does not appear, turn on. will be displayed when the audio-video equipment is connected to the A/V input adapter. n A/V input adapter The rear seat entertainment system plays videos and sound when audiovideo - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 349
inm e nt syst e m Cha nging ot he r se t t ings Setting the display mode Pressing changes the display modes sequentially as follows: Normal→Wide 1 →Wide 2 Adjusting the screen 3 Press . Interior features Select the brightness, contrast, tone or color, and make adjustments. Press input it. or to - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 350
the rear seat entertainment system Automatic closing of the rear display Press If . is on, the display will automatically close when the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is turned to OFF mode. The display will automatically open when the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is turned to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 351
Your Toyota is equipped with the illuminated entry system to assist in entering the vehicle. Owing to the function of the system, the lights shown in the following illustration automatically turn on/off according to the presence of the electronic key, whether the doors are locked/unlocked, whether - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 352
the interior lights and "ENGINE START STOP" switch light remain on when the door is not fully closed and the interior light switch is in the "DOOR" position, the lights will go off automatically after 20 minutes. n Customization Settings (e.g. The time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 353
3-4. Using the interior lights Personal lights Personal lights Front On/off Rear (type A) On/off 3 Interior features Rear (type B) On/off ITY33C014 327 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 354
3 -5 . U sing t he int e rior light s List of st ora ge fe at ure s 1 1 2 3 4 5 4 5 4 5 4 8 7 6 ITY34C001 Card holders Overhead console Glove box Bottle holders Door pockets Auxiliary box Console box/cool box Cup holders 328 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 355
Glove box Glove box Open (push button) Lock with the mechanical key Unlock with the mechanical key ITY34C003 n Glove box light The glove box light turns on when the tail lights are on. 3 Interior features CAUTION n While driving Keep the glove box closed. Injuries may result in the event of - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 356
3-5. Using the interior lights Console box/cool box Console box/cool box Your vehicle is equipped with either a lower console box or cool box. Upper console box Press the tab to open. ITY34C005 Lower console box STEP 1 Lift the lever to open. ITY34C006 STEP 2 Remove the tray. ITY34C033 330 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 357
3-5. Using the interior lights Console box/cool box Cool box STEP 1 Lift the lever to open. ITY34C029 STEP 2 COOL BOX On/off When on, the indicator light comes on. 3 PWR Interior features ITY34C027 CAUTION n While driving Keep the box closed. Injuries may result in the event of an accident - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 358
Items that should not be left in the overhead console Do not leave glasses or lighters in the console. If the interior of the vehicle becomes hot, lighters may explode and glasses may warp or become cracked. n While driving Do not leave the overhead console open. Items may fall out and cause injury - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 359
3-5. Using the interior lights Cup holders Cup holders Front (type A) Press down and release the lid. You can adjust or remove the separator inside. ITY34C011 Front (type B) Open the lower console box lid. 3 Interior features ITY34C013 Rear Pull the armrest down. ITY34C015 333 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 360
3-5. Using the interior lights Cup holders and bottle holders CAUTION n Items unsuitable for the cup holder Do not place anything other than cups or aluminum cans in the - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 361
lights Bottle holders For second seats ITY34C024 For third seats 3 Interior features NOTICE n Items that should not be stowed in the bottle holders Put the cap on before stowing a bottle. Do not place open bottles in - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 362
3-5. Using the interior lights Card holders and auxiliary box Card holders Sun visor Instrument panel Auxiliary box ITY34C023 336 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 363
3 -6 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Sun visors Forward position: Flip down. Side position: Flip down, unhook, and swing to the side. Side extender: Place in side position, then slide backwards. Forward position with the sun visor in the position or : Flip down 3 Interior features 337 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 364
3 -6 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Va nit y m irror Slide the cover. The light turns on when the cover is opened. 338 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 365
1 Round the nearest hour.* *:e.g. 1:00 to 1:29→1:00 3 2 1:30 to 1:59→2:00 3 Interior features ITY35C003 n The clock is displayed when The "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode. n When the battery is disconnected The time display will automatically be set to 1:00. 339 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 366
n When --- is displayed The system may be malfunctioning. Take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer. n Display l In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be displayed, or the display may take longer than normal to change. • When stopped, or driving at low speeds (less than - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 367
3 -6 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Asht ra ys Front Press in and release the lid to open. Press down on the lock spring plate to remove. Push the lid to close. Rear Pull the ashtray lid to open. Pull the ashtray upwards to remove. 3 Interior features 341 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 368
3-6. Other interior features CAUTION n When not in use Keep the ashtray closed. Injuries may result in the event of an accident or sudden braking. n To prevent fire l - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 369
up when ready for use. n The cigarette lighter can be used when The "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode. 3 Interior features CAUTION n To avoid burns or fires l Do not touch the metal parts of the cigarette lighter. l Do not hold the cigarette lighter down. It could - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 370
fe a t ure s Pow e r out le t s The power outlets can be used for a following component. Instrument panel (12V): Accessories that run on less than 10A. Luggage compartment (115V AC): Audio device that use less than 100W. Instrument panel (12V) Luggage compartment (115V AC) 1 To use the power - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 371
3-6. Other interior features n The power outlets can be used when 12V: The "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode. 115V: The "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in IGNITION ON mode. NOTICE n To avoid damaging the power outlets Close the power outlet lid when not in use. Foreign - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 372
3 -6 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Se at he at e rs For front seats For driver's seat Pops the switch out. For front passenger's seat R Pops the switch out. L L On The indicator light comes on. Adjusts the seat temperature The further you turn the knob clockwise, the warmer the seat - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 373
3-6. Other interior features n The seat heaters can be used when The "ENGINE START STOP" switch is in IGNITION temperature of the seat and may lead to overheating 3 Interior features NOTICE n To prevent seat heater damage Do not put unevenly weighted objects on the seat and do not stick sharp - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 374
3 -6 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Ar m re st Pull the armrest down for use. ITY35C052 NOTICE n To prevent damage to the armrest Do not place too much strain on the armrest. 348 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 375
Interior features n When inserting the floor mat Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in the floor mat slipping and interfering with the movement of the pedals during driving, resulting in an accident. l Make sure the floor mat is properly placed on the vehicle carpet - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 376
3 -6 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Lugga ge c om pa r t m e nt fe at ure s n Cargo hooks Cargo hooks are provided for securing loose items. ITY35C022 n Cargo net hooks To hang the cargo net, use the cargo net hooks and rear tiedown hooks. The cargo net itself is not included as an original - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 377
. The warning reflector itself is not included as an original equipment. ITY35C025 n First-aid kit holder Hold the first-aid kit with a band. The first-aid kit itself is not included as an original equipment. 3 Interior features ITY35C026 CAUTION n When the cargo hooks are not in use To avoid - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 378
, door locks, home lighting systems, security systems, and other devices. The garage door opener (HomeLink® Universal Transceiver) is manufactured under license from HomeLink®. Programming HomeLink® (for U.S.A. owners) The HomeLink® compatible transceiver in your vehicle has 3 buttons which can - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 379
Press and hold one of the HomeLink® buttons and the transmitter button. When the HomeLink® indicator light changes from a slow to a rapid flash, you can release both buttons. ITY35C031 3 Interior features If the HomeLink® indicator light comes on but does not flash, flashes rapidly for 2 seconds - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 380
3-6. Other interior features STEP 3 Test the HomeLink® operation by pressing the newly programmed button. transmitter is of the rolling code type, proceed to the heading "Programming a rolling code system". ITY35C032 STEP 4 Repeat the steps above to program another device for each of the remaining HomeLink - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 381
motor. The exact location and color of the button may vary by brand of garage door opener motor. Refer to the operation manual supplied with the garage door the garage door. HomeLink® Interior features STEP 4 Repeat the steps above to program another rolling code system for any of the remaining - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 382
3-6. Other interior features n Programming an entry gate (for U.S.A. owners)/Programming all devices in the Canadian market STEP 6 n Programming other devices To program other devices such as home security systems, home door locks or lighting, contact your authorized Toyota dealer for assistance. - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 383
button, press and hold the button on the transmitter until the HomeLink® indicator light changes from a slow to a rapid flash. Erasing the entire HomeLink® memory (all flashes. If you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase the programs stored in the HomeLink® memory. ITY35C033 3 Interior features 357 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 384
interior features n Before programming l Install a new battery in the remote control transmitter. l The battery side of the remote control transmitter must be pointed away from the HomeLink® button. n Certification for the garage door opener This device complies with Part rules. Changes or - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 385
before washing the vehicle. l Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface and harm your vehicle's paint. n High pressure car washes l Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity of the windows. l Before car wash, check that the fuel filler door is - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 386
the paint After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust, iron powder or chemical substances • If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled CAUTION n Caution about the exhaust pipe Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot. When washing the vehicle, be careful not to - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 387
ning a nd prot e c t ing t he ve hicle int e rior The following procedures will help protect your vehicle's interior and keep it in top condition: n Protecting the vehicle interior Remove dirt and dust using a vacuum cleaner. Wipe dirty surfaces with a cloth dampened with lukewarm water. n Cleaning - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 388
the belts periodically for excessive wear, fraying or cuts. 4 CAUTION n Water in the vehicle l Be careful not to splash or spill liquid on the floor. l Do not get any of the SRS components or wiring in the vehicle interior wet. (→P. 104) Electrical malfunction may cause the airbags to deploy or not - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 389
wax on the upholstery, as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats up significantly. n Water on the floor Do not wash the vehicle floor with water. Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes into contact with electrical components under the - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 390
safe and economical driving, day-to- Guide", "Owner's Manual Owner's Warranty Information Booklet", "Owner's Manual Supplement". 4 Maintenance and care n Repair and replacement It is recommended that genuine Toyota parts be used for repair to ensure performance of each system. If non-Toyota parts - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 391
latest service information. They are well informed about the operations of all systems on your vehicle. l problem should arise while your vehicle is under warranty, your Toyota dealer will promptly take care of it. CAUTION n Warning in handling of battery, oils, fuels, and fluids l Engine exhaust - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 392
Information Booklet", "Owner's Manual Supplement". It is recommended that any problem you notice should be brought to the attention of your Toyota dealer or qualified service shop for advice. Engine compartment Items Battery Brake fluid Engine coolant Engine oil Exhaust system Power steering fluid - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 393
4-2. Maintenance Vehicle interior Items Accelerator pedal Automatic transmission "Park" mechanism Check points • Moves smoothly (without uneven pedal effort or catching)? • Can the vehicle be hold securely on an incline with the shift lever in "P"? • Moves smoothly? • Does it have appropriate - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 394
4-2. Maintenance Vehicle exterior Items Doors Engine hood Fluid leaks Check points • Operate smoothly? • The lock system works properly? • Is there any leakage after parking? Tire • Inflation pressure is correct? • Tire surfaces not worn or damaged? • Tires rotated according to the maintenance - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 395
be completely set. l When the fuel tank cap is loose The malfunction indicator lamp comes on as a temporary malfunction and your vehicle may not pass the I/M test. n When the malfunction indicator lamp goes off after several driving trips The error code in the OBD system will not be cleared unless - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 396
procedure given in these sections. Items Parts and tools Warm water Baking soda Grease based non-silicate, nonamine, non-nitrite and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid engine oil) • Fuse with same amperage rating as original 4 Engine coolant level (→P. 382) Maintenance and care Engine - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 397
yourself maintenance Items Parts and tools • Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON®II or III • Rag or paper towel • Funnel (used only for adding power steering fluid) Power steering fluid (→P. 386) Radiator and condenser (→P. 383) ⎯ • Tire pressure gauge • Compressed air source • Water • Washer - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 398
jack stands or other solid supports. l Use eye protection to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from getting in your eyes. 4 Maintenance and care NOTICE n If you remove the air cleaner filter Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear due to dirt - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 399
m a int e na nc e H ood Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood. STEP 1 Pull the hood release lever. The hood will pop up slightly. STEP 2 Lift the hood catch and lift the hood. CAUTION n Pre-driving check Check that the hood is fully closed and locked. If the hood - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 400
8 11 10 9 ITY43C004 4 Power steering fluid reservoir (→P. 386) Engine oil level dipstick (→P. 377) Engine coolant reservoir (→P. 382) Cooling fan Engine oil filler cap (→P. 378) Brake fluid reservoir (→P. 384) Fuse box Washer fluid tank (→P. 390) Battery Condenser Radiator (→P. 387) (→P. 383 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 401
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Engine compartment cover n Removing the engine compartment cover ITY43C076 n Installing the clips 376 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 402
and turned off, check the oil level on the dipstick. n Checking the engine oil STEP 1 Park the vehicle on level ground. After turning off the engine, wait a few minutes for the oil to drain back into the bottom of the engine. Hold a rag under the end and pull the dipstick out. STEP 2 ITY43C006 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 403
the items needed before adding oil. Oil grade Oil quantity (Low → Full) Items STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 ILSAC multigrade engine oil 1.2 qt. (1.1 L, 1.0 Imp. qt.) Clean funnel Remove the oil filler cap. Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick. Install the filler cap, turning it clockwise. 378 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 404
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance n Recommended viscosity SAE 5W-20 or 0W-20 engine oil may be used. However, SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for good fuel economy and good starting in cold weather. Outside temperature n How to read oil container labels The ILSAC (International Lubricant - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 405
vehicle is driven. l More oil is consumed under driving conditions such as high speeds and frequent acceleration and deceleration. l A new engine judge the true level accurately. n Resetting the engine oil maintenance data The oil change system should be reset. Perform the following procedures: - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 406
acceptable manner. Do not dispose of used oil and filters in household trash, in sewers or onto the ground. Call your Toyota dealer, service station or auto parts store for information concerning recycling or disposal. l Do not leave used engine oil within the reach of children. NOTICE n To prevent - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 407
the "F" and "L" lines on the reservoir when the engine is cold. Reservoir cap Full Low If the level is system. n Coolant selection Only use "Toyota Super Long Life Coolant" or similar high quality ethylene glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 408
the radiator and condenser and clear any foreign objects. If either of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of their condition, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer. CAUTION n When the engine is hot Do not touch the radiator or condenser as they may be hot and - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 409
fluid level should be between the "MAX" and "MIN" lines on the tank. MAX MIN 1 2 ITY43C069 Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare fluid Clean funnel n Refilling brake fluid STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 Turn the "ENGINE START STOP" switch OFF. Depress the brake pedal more than 40 times. Remove the - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 410
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance n Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air Excess moisture in the fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking efficiency. Use only newly accumulator is high. If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious problem. 4 Maintenance and care 385 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 411
Full (when cold) Add fluid (when cold) ITY43C070 Hot:Vehicle has been driven around 50 mph (80 km/h) for 20 140° F - 175° F [60° C - 80° C]). Cold:Engine has not been run for about five hours. (Room temperature, 50° STEP 2 STEP 3 STEP 4 STEP 5 Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III Rag or - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 412
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION n When checking the reservoir Take care, as the reservoir may be hot. NOTICE n When adding fluid Avoid overfilling, or the power steering may be damaged. n After replacing the reservoir cap Check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 413
Check the battery condition using the indicator color. Type A Green Type B Blue Good condition Charging is necessary. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer. Not working properly, have the battery checked by your Toyota dealer. Dark White Clear or light yellow Red ITY43C100 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 414
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION n Chemicals in the battery A battery contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid and may produce hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. To reduce the risk of death or serious injury, take the following precautions while working on or near battery: - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 415
engine is running. Also, be sure all accessories are turned off. Washer fluid If any washer does not work or the warning message appears on the multi-information display, the washer tank water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid. Doing so may cause streaking on the vehicle's painted - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 416
tire inspection. Do not fail to initialize the tire pressure warning system after tire rotation. 4 Maintenance and care Front n The tire pressure warning system Your Toyota is equipped with a tire pressure warning system that uses tire pressure warning valves and transmitters to detect low tire - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 417
are installed, new tire pressure warning valve and transmitter ID codes must be registered in the tire pressure warning computer and tire pressure warning system must be initialized. Have tire pressure warning valve and transmitter ID codes registered by your Toyota dealer. (→P. 393, 395) 392 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 418
or load weight, etc. l When changing the tire size. When the tire pressure warning system is initialized, the current tire inflation pressure is set as the pressure benchmark. n How to initialize the tire pressure warning system STEP 1 Park the vehicle in safe place and turn the "ENGINE START STOP - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 419
the message "TIRE PRESSURE RESET PROCEEDING" appears on the multi-information display. Wait for a few minutes with the IGNITION ON mode, and then turn the "ENGINE START STOP" switch to OFF mode. STEP 5 394 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 420
the ID code registered by your Toyota dealer. n When to replace your vehicle's tires Tires should be replaced if: l You have tire damage such transmitter is not registered, the tire pressure warning system will not work properly. After driving for about 20 minutes, the tire pressure warning light - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 421
, and as for the Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR), see the driving. 3 Snow tires For driving on snow-covered roads or icy roads, we recommend using snow tires. If you need snow tires, select tires of the same size, construction and load capacity as the originally installed tires. Since your vehicle - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 422
then stays on after driving for about 20 minutes. Maintenance and care n Routine tire inflation pressure checks The tire pressure warning system does not replace routine tire inflation pressure checks. Make sure to check tire inflation pressure as part of your routine of daily vehicle checks. 397 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 423
-it-yourself maintenance n Tire pressure warning system certification This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 424
operation The tire pressure warning system may not provide warning immediately if a tire bursts or if sudden air leakage occurs. n When inspecting or replacing tires Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents. Failure to do so may cause damage to parts of the drive train, as well as - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 425
, reducing the cushioning ability of the tires. In addition driving on rough roads may cause damage to the tires themselves, as well as the vehicle's wheels and body. n If tire inflation pressures become low while driving Do not continue driving, or your tires and/or wheels may be ruined. 400 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 426
ET LE CHARGEMENT SEATING CAPACITY TOTAL X NOMBRE DE PLACES ASSISES TOTAL X FRONT X REAR X AVANT X ARRIERE X The combined weight of occupants Le DIMENSION GONFLAGE A FROID XXXkPa,XXPSI XXXkPa,XXPSI XXXkPa,XXPSI PRESSION DE 4 ARRIERE PXXX/XXRXX XXXkPa,XXPSI SECOURS PXXX/XXRXX SEE OWNER'S MANUAL - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 427
using the graduations of the gauge. If the tire inflation pressure is not within the recommended levels, adjust tire pressure. If you add too much air, press the center of the valve to lower. After completing the tire inflation pressure measurement and adjustment, apply soapy water to the valve and - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 428
can degrade ride and handling. l Do not bleed or reduce tire inflation pressure after driving. It is normal 4 Maintenance and care for the tire inflation pressure to be higher after driving. l Never exceed the vehicle capacity weight. Passengers and luggage weight should be placed so that the - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 429
tire inflation pressure Be sure to reinstall the tire valve caps. Without the valve caps, dirt or moisture could get into the valve and cause air leakage, which could result in an accident. If the caps have been lost, replace them as soon as possible. 404 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 430
to those removed in load capacity, diameter, rim width, and or changing your tires, check that the wheel nuts are still tight after driving 1000 miles (1600 km). l Be careful not to damage the aluminum wheels when using tire chains. l Use only Toyota genuine balance weights - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 431
pressure warning system to provide size from those recommended in the Owner's Manual, as this may result in service shop. In addition, make sure to purchase your tire pressure warning valves and transmitters at your Toyota dealer. l Ensure that only genuine Toyota wheels are used on your vehicle - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 432
a int e na nc e Air c ondit ioning filt e r The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air conditioning efficiency. n Removal method STEP 1 Turn the "ENGINE START STOP" switch IGNITION ON mode and switch to recirculated air mode, then turn the "ENGINE START STOP" switch off - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 433
. UP UP UP The "↑UP" marks shown on the filter should be pointing up. ITY43C090 n Cleaning method If the filter is dirty, clean by blowing compressed air through the filter from the downward side. Hold the air gun 2 in. (5 cm) from the filter and blow for approximately 2 minutes at 72 psi (500 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 434
"Scheduled Maintenance Guide", "Owner's Manual Supplement".) n If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary. NOTICE n To prevent damage to the system l When using the air conditioning system, make sure that a filter is always - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 435
the battery with a new one if it is discharged. n You will need the following items: l Flathead screwdriver (To prevent damage to the key, cover the tip of the screwdriver with rag.) l Small Phillips-head screwdriver l Lithium battery CR1632 n Replacing the battery STEP 1 Take out the mechanical - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 436
3 Remove the depleted battery. Insert a new battery with the "+" terminal facing up. n If the electronic key battery is discharged The following symptoms may occur. l The smart key system and wireless remote control will not function properly. l The operational range is reduced. n Use a CR1632 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 437
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION n Removed battery and other parts Keep away from children. These parts are small and if swallowed by a child they can cause choking. NOTICE rust. l Do not touch or move any other components inside the electronic key. l Do not bend the battery terminals. 412 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 438
. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as necessary. STEP 1 STEP 2 Turn the "ENGINE START STOP" switch off. Open the fuse box cover. Push the tab in and lift the lid off. Engine compartment ITY43C073 Driver's side instrument panel 4 Remove the lid. Maintenance and care ITY43C032 413 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 439
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Passenger's side instrument panel Remove the cover. ITY43C033 Remove the lid. ITY43C034 STEP 3 After a system failure, see "Fuse layout and amperage ratings" (→P. 417) for details about which fuse to check. Remove the fuse with the pullout tool. STEP 4 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 440
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance STEP 5 Check if the fuse has blown. Normal fuse Blown fuse 2 Type A and B Type A 1 Replace it with one of an appropriate amperage rating. The amperage rating can be found on the fuse box lid. ITY42C012 Type B 1 2 4 Maintenance and care ITY42C013 415 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 441
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Type C and D Type C 1 2 Normal fuse Blown fuse Contact your Toyota dealer. ITY42C014 Type D 1 2 ITY42C015 416 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 442
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Fuse layout and amperage ratings n Engine compartment Fuse 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 A/F HORN EFI MAIN IG2 MAIN RR A/C SEAT-A/C LH RR S/HTR DEICER CDS FAN TOW TAIL RR P/SEAT - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 443
circuit Towing No circuit Headlight cleaner Rear window defogger No circuit Blower controller No circuit Main body ECU No circuit AI DRIVER AI DRIVER2 Headlight, daytime running light system ABS ABS Starter system ID code box, smart key system, GBS Main body ECU Vanity lights, overhead module 418 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 444
10 A Circuit Driving position memory system No circuit Rear seat entertainment Towing Main body ECU Steering lock system Meter, front turn signal lights, rear turn signal lights, towing converter Fuel pump EFI IC-ALT Audio system Navigation system, radio receiver assembly smart key system, overhead - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 445
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance 61 62 63 64 Fuse HEAD RL EFI NO.2 RR A/C NO.2 DEF NO.2 Ampere 15 A 7.5 A 7.5 A 5A Circuit Headlight low beam (right) AFM, EVP VSV, 02 SSR, KEY OFF PMP, AI DRIVER, AI EX VSV, ACIS VSV No circuit Outside rear view mirror heater 420 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 446
receiver assembly, main body ECU, mirror ECU, rear seat entertainment, smart key system, clock Four-wheel drive system, ashtray, cigarette lighter , air conditioning system, glove box light, emergency flasher, radio receiver assembly, headlight cleaner, inverter, driving position memory system, - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 447
25 A Circuit Air conditioning system, heater, overhead module, ABS, VSC, steering sensor, yaw rate & G sensor, main body ECU, stoplights, moon system, cruise control system, pre-collision seat belt, headlight cleaner, multi-display assembly, driving position memory system, power door lock system - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 448
15 A 30 A 15 A 7.5 A 30 A 25 A 30 A 15 A Circuit Power windows Mirror ECU, outside rear view mirror heater Power windows Power windows Power windows No circuit Air conditioning system No circuit Tilt and telescopic steering Front seat adjustment Power outlet DLC3 Pre-collision seat belt Main - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 449
A 10 A 5A 10 A 20 A 5A 5A 10 A Circuit No circuit No circuit No circuit No circuit No circuit No circuit No circuit Tire pressure warning system No circuit Seat heater No circuit No circuit Multi-display assembly 424 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 450
If there is an overload in the circuits l The fuses are designed to blow the entire wiring harness is damaged. CAUTION n To prevent system breakdowns and vehicle fire Observe the following precautions. Failing to do so may cause damage, and possibly a fire or injury. l Never use a fuse of a higher - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 451
bulbs, contact your Toyota dealer. n Prepare a replacement light bulb. Check the wattage of the light bulb being replaced. (→P. 503) n Remove the engine compartment cover. →P. 376 n Front bulb locations Headlight low beam Parking light Headlight high beam Front side marker light Front fog light - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 452
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Replacing light bulbs n Headlight low beam STEP 1 Turn the bulb base counterclockwise. ITY43C038 STEP 2 Unplug the connector while depressing the lock release. 4 Maintenance and care ITY43C039 427 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 453
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance n Headlight high beam STEP 1 Turn the bulb base counterclockwise. ITY43C040 STEP 2 Unplug the connector while depressing the lock release. ITY43C041 428 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 454
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance n Front fog light STEP 1 Remove the fender liner bolts and clip and remove the fender liner. STEP 2 Turn the bulb base counterclockwise. 4 ITY43C042 STEP 3 Unplug the connector while pulling the lock release. Maintenance and care ITY43C043 429 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 455
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance n Parking light STEP 1 Turn the bulb base counterclockwise. ITY43C048 STEP 2 Remove the light bulb. ITY43C049 430 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 456
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance n Front turn signal light STEP 1 For the left side only: Remove the securing bolt and move the washer fluid filler opening. ITY43C012 STEP 2 Turn the bulb base counterclockwise. 4 ITY43C044 STEP 3 Remove the light bulb. Maintenance and care ITY43C045 431 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 457
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance n Front side marker light STEP 1 For the left side only: Remove the securing bolt and move the washer fluid filler opening. ITY43C012 STEP 2 Turn the bulb base counterclockwise. ITY43C050 STEP 3 Remove the light bulb. ITY43C051 432 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 458
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance n Back-up light STEP 1 Open the back door and remove the cover. ITY43C052 STEP 2 Turn the bulb bases counterclockwise. 4 ITY43C053 STEP 3 Remove the light bulb. Maintenance and care ITY43C054 433 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 459
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance n Rear turn signal light STEP 1 Open the back door and remove the cover. ITY43C058 STEP 2 Turn the bulb bases counterclockwise. ITY43C059 STEP 3 Remove the light bulb. ITY43C060 434 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 460
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance n License plate light STEP 1 Open the back door and remove the license plate light unit. STEP 2 Turn the bulb base counterclockwise. 4 ITY43C067 STEP 3 Remove the light bulb. Maintenance and care ITY43C068 435 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 461
up on the inside of the lens. l Water has built up inside the headlight. n LED light bulbs The stop/tail, tail, rear side marker and high mounted stoplight consist of a number of LEDs. If any LEDs burn out, take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer to have the light replaced. If two or more - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 462
it may blow out or crack. l Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failing to do so may result in heat damage, attempt to repair or disassemble light bulbs, connectors, electric circuits or component parts. Doing so may result in death or serious injury due to electric shock - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 463
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance 438 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 464
your vehicle towed by your Toyota dealer or a commercial towing service, using a lift-type truck or a flat bed truck. Use a safety chain system for all problem with your transmission. Contact your Toyota dealer before towing. l The engine is running, but the vehicle will not move. l The vehicle - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 465
procedure STEP 1 The engine must be in ACCESSORY mode (engine off) or IGNI- TION ON mode (engine running). STEP 2 Put the four-wheel drive control switch in serious damage to the transmission l Never tow this vehicle wheels on the ground. When trouble arises 5 l Use only the front emergency towing - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 466
5-1. Essential information Towing with a sling-type truck NOTICE n To prevent body damage Do not tow with a sling type truck, either from the front or rear. 442 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 467
the front wheels. 5 NOTICE n To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission Never tow this vehicle wheels on the ground. n To prevent damaging the vehicle l Do not tow the vehicle with the "ENGINE START STOP" switch off. The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 468
. ITY51C021 If you use chains or cables to tie down your vehicle, the angles shaded in black must be 45°. Do not overly tighten the tie downs or the vehicle may be damaged. ITY51C022 NOTICE n To avoid serious damage to your vehicle Do not use the rear emergency towing hook. ITY51C023 444 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 469
higher or lower than normal n Audible symptoms l Changes in exhaust sound l Excessive tire squeal when cornering l Strange noises related to the suspension system 5 l Pinging or other noises related to the engine n Operational symptoms l Engine missing, stumbling or running rough l Appreciable loss - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 470
procedure below to restart the engine after the system is activated. STEP 1 STEP 2 Switch to ACCESSORY mode or OFF. Restart the engine. NOTICE n Before starting the engine Inspect the ground under the vehicle. If you find that fuel has leaked on to the ground, the fuel system has been damaged and - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 471
has computers that monitor and control certain aspects of your vehicle. These computers assist in driving and maintaining optimal vehicle performance. Besides storing data useful for troubleshooting, there is a system to record data in a crash or a near car crash event. This is called an Event Data - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 472
data Toyota will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a third party except when: l An agreement from the vehicle's owner (or the leasing company for a leased vehicle) is obtained l Officially requested by the police or other authorities l Used as a defense for Toyota in a law suit l Ordered - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 473
system. Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous. The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake system. Immediately stop the vehicle system is operating normally. *:Parking brake engaged warning buzzer: A buzzer will sound if the vehicle is - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 474
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. Warning light Warning light/Details Malfunction indicator lamp Malfunction in: • The emission control system; • The electronic engine control system; • The electronic throttle control system; or • The electronic automatic transmission control - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 475
in: • The ABS; or • The brake assist system. Pre-collision system warning light (if equipped) Malfunction in the pre-collision system. Have the malfunction repaired immediately. After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem, check that the warning light turns off. Warning light - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 476
light When the light comes on: Low tire inflation pressure. When the light comes on after blinking for 1 minute: Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system. Unengaged "Park" warning light The transmission "Park" mechanism is not engaged. Adjust the tire inflation pressure. Have the - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 477
fuel is about 4.0 gal. (15.0 L, 3.3 Imp. gal.) or less Master warning light A buzzer sounds and the warning light comes on and flashes to indicate that the master warning system has detected a malfunction. Correction procedure Refuel the vehicle with the vehicle having after the vehicle had reached - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 478
to take in an emergency n If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving The malfunction indicator lamp will come on if the fuel tank becomes completely empty. If the fuel tank is empty, refuel the vehicle immediately. The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after several trips. If the - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 479
The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes such as natural air leaks or tire inflation pressure changes caused by temperature. In this case, adjusting the tire inflation pressure will turn off warning light will turn off after a few minutes. 5 When trouble arises 455 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 480
on the vehicle, in particular around the wheels or wheel housings. l If non-genuine Toyota wheels are used. (Even if you use Toyota wheels, the tire pressure warning system may not blinking 1 minute frequently when the "ENGINE START STOP" switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode, have it checked by - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 481
the nearest Toyota dealer. l Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes. n If a blowout or sudden air loss should occur The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately. 5 When trouble arises 457 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 482
pressure. Driving on a significantly underinflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability. Please note that the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) is - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 483
or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) to continue to function properly. NOTICE n Precaution when installing a different tire 5 When trouble arises When a tire of a different specification - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 484
a w a r ning m e ssa ge is displa ye d The multi-information display shows warnings of system malfunctions, incorrectly performed operations, or shows messages that indicate a need for maintenance. When a message is shown, perform , have the vehicle inspected immediately by your Toyota dealer. 460 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 485
system related to driving is malfunctioning or that danger may result if the correction procedure is not performed. Indicates an important situation, such as when the system ⎯ Does not sound *: A buzzer sounds first time a message is shown on the multi-information display. When trouble arises 461 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 486
(→P. 393) If the message remains on, the system may have malfunctioned. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. n Engine oil maintenance message The warning message is based on the projected driving range after engine oil maintenance message is reset. The system does - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 487
Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare provided. n Before jacking up the vehicle l Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface. l Set the parking brake. l Shift the shift lever to "P". l Stop the engine. l Turn on the emergency flashers. n Location of the spare tire, jack and tools Tool - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 488
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Taking out the jack STEP 1 Remove the cover. STEP 2 Loosen Tighten Loosen and remove the jack. 464 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 489
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Taking out the tool box STEP 1 Remove the cover. STEP 2 Take out the tool box. Assemble the jack handle (in the tool box) Assemble the jack handle extension as shown. Be sure to tighten each bolt securely. 5 When trouble arises 465 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 490
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Taking out the spare tire STEP 1 Remove the cover. STEP 2 Insert the jack handle extension into the lowering screw. Lower Raise ITY51C030 STEP 3 Lower the spare tire completely to the ground. ITY51C031 466 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 491
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency STEP 4 Pull out the spare tire and remove the holding bracket. ITY52C032 5 When trouble arises 467 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 492
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Replacing a flat tire STEP 1 Chock the tires. Flat tire Front Left-hand side Right-hand side Left-hand side Rear Right-hand side Wheel chock position Behind the rear right-hand side tire Behind the rear left-hand side tire In front of the front right-hand side - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 493
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency STEP 3 Slightly loosen the wheel nuts (one turn). STEP 4 Position the jack at the jack points as shown. Front - Under the chassis frame side rail Rear - Under the rear axle housing 5 When trouble arises 469 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 494
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency STEP 5 Assemble the jack handle extension as shown. Be sure to tighten each bolt securely. STEP 6 Raise the vehicle until the tire is slightly raised off the ground. STEP 7 Remove all the wheel nuts and the tire. When resting the tire on the ground, - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 495
is in motion, and the tire may come off the vehicle. STEP 2 Install the spare tire and loosely tighten each nut by hand to approximately the same amount. Turn the nut washers until they come into contact with the disc wheel. Washer Disc wheel STEP 3 Lower the vehicle. 5 When trouble arises 471 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 496
with the outer side facing up, and install the holding bracket. ITY52C033 STEP 2 Raise the tire. Pull the tire towards the rear of the vehicle when raising. After raising, visually check that tire is not interfering with components. Stow the tools and jack securely, and replace all covers. STEP - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 497
if it is necessary to get under the vehicle. l Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle supported by a jack. When trouble arises 5 l Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the jack. Take particular care when lowering the vehicle to ensure that no one working on - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 498
the spare tire completely to the ground before removing it from under the vehicle. l Do not try to remove the wheel ornament by hand. Take 97 ft• lbf (131 N• m, 13.4 kgf• m) as soon as possible after changing wheels. Failure to follow these precautions could cause the nuts to loosen and the wheels - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 499
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency NOTICE n Do not drive the vehicle with a flat tire Do not continue driving with a flat tire. Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the valves and transmit- ters Do not use liquid sealants on flat tires. 5 When trouble arises 475 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 500
cause of the problem. l There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle's tank. Refuel the vehicle. l The engine may be flooded. Try to restart the engine once more following correct starting procedures. (→P. 150) l There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system. (→P. 93) n The starter - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 501
STOP" switch to ACCESSORY mode. Press and hold the "ENGINE START STOP" switch about 15 seconds while depressing the brake pedal firmly. 5 STEP 4 When trouble arises Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by your Toyota - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 502
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there may be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent accidental operation of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 503
5 -2 . St e ps t o t a k e in a n e m e rge nc y I f you lose your ke ys New genuine Toyota keys can be made by your Toyota dealer using one of the other keys and the key number stamped on your key number plate. 5 When trouble arises 479 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 504
e rge nc y If you cannot operate back door opener If the back door opener does not operate, there may be a problem with the back door opener system. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that the back door can - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 505
ps t o t a k e in a n e m e rge nc y If the electronic key does not operate properly If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is interrupted (→P. 26) or the electronic key cannot be used because the battery is depleted, the smart key system and wireless remote control cannot be used - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 506
: Within 10 seconds of the buzzer sounding, release the brake pedal and press the "ENGINE START STOP" switch. Modes can be changed each time the switch is pressed. (→P. 149) To start the engine: Press the "ENGINE START STOP" switch within 10 seconds after the buzzer sounds, keeping the brake pedal - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 507
that the electronic battery be replaced immediately when the battery depletes. (→P. 410) n Alarm Using the mechanical key to lock the doors will not set the alarm system. If a door is unlocked using the mechanical key when the alarm system is set, the alarm may be triggered. (→P. 97) 5 When - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 508
rge d The following procedures may be used to start the engine if the battery is discharged. You can call your Toyota dealer, Roadside Assistance or Toyota Customer Service. If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehicle with a 12 volt battery, you can jump start your Toyota - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 509
at your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. n Avoiding a discharged battery l Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is turned off. l Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 510
precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flammable gas that may be emitted from the battery. acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing or the vehicle body. l Do not lean over the battery. l If the support, terminals, and other battery-related parts. l Do not allow children near - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 511
or push-start the vehicle, because the three-way catalytic converter may overheat and become a fire hazard. n When handling jumper cables Be careful that the jumper cables do not become tangled in the cooling fan or any of the belts when connecting or disconnecting them. 5 When trouble arises 487 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 512
nc y I f your ve hicle ove rhe at s If your engine overheats STEP 1 Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning system. Check to see if steam is coming out from under the hood. If you see steam: Stop the engine and carefully lift the hood. If you do not see steam: Leave - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 513
n To prevent an accident or injury when inspecting under the hood of your vehicle l Keep hands and clothing away from the fan and engine drive belt while the engine is running. l Do not loosen the radiator cap while the engine and radiator are hot. Serious injury, such as burns, may result from hot - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 514
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency NOTICE n When adding engine coolant Wait until the engine has cooled down before adding engine coolant. When adding coolant, do so slowly. Adding cool coolant to a hot engine too quickly can cause damage to the engine. 490 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 515
a n e m e rge nc y I f t he ve hicle be c om e s st uck Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow. STEP 1 Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever in "P". Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the stuck - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 516
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency 492 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 517
c .) Dimensions and weight Overall length Overall width Overall height Wheelbase Tread Front Rear 194.9 in. (4950 mm) 77.6 in. (1970 mm) * 74.0 in. (1880 mm) 112.2 in. (2850 mm) 64.6 in. (1640 mm) 64.4 in. (1635 mm) 1235 lb. (560 kg) 8500 lb. (3856 kg) Vehicle capacity weight (Occupants + luggage - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 518
It is used in registering the ownership of your vehicle. This number is stamped on the top left of the instrument panel. ITY61C001 This number is also on the Certification Label. ITY61C002 n Engine number The engine number is stamped on the engine block as shown. 6 Vehicle specifications 495 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 519
stroke Displacement Valve clearance (engine cold) Drive belt tension 3UR-FE 8-cylinder V type, 4-cycle, gasoline 3.70 × 4.02 in. (94.0 × 102.0 mm) 345.6 cu.in. (5663 cm3) Automatic adjustment Automatic adjustment Fuel Fuel type Octane rating Fuel tank capacity Unleaded gasoline only 87 (Research - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 520
system Oil capacity drain and refill (Reference) with filter without filter Oil grade 7.4 qt. (7.0 L, 6.2 lmp.qt.) 7.0 qt. (6.6 L, 5.8 lmp.qt.) ILSAC multigrade engine with a lower value before the W allow for easier starting of the engine in cold weather. l The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the oil - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 521
6-1. Specifications Cooling system Capacity 16.3 qt. (15.4 L, 13.6 lmp.qt.) Use either of the following: • "Toyota Super Long Life Coolant" • Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based nonsilicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technology Do not - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 522
Specifications Electrical system Battery Open voltage at 68°F (20°C): 12.6 ⎯ 12.8 V Fully charged 12.2 ⎯ 12.4 V Half charged 11.8 ⎯ 12.0 V Discharged (Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the key is removed with all lights turned off.) 5 A max. Charging rates Differential Oil capacity Front Rear - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 523
6-1. Specifications Automatic transmission Fluid capacity Fluid type Without oil cooler With oil cooler 11.5 qt. (10 your transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle. Transfer Oil capacity Oil type Recommended oil viscosity 1.53 qt. (1.45 L, 1.28 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 524
yoke Lithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2 Molybdenum-disulfide lithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2 or lithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2 Steering Free play Power steering fluid type Less than 1.18 in. (30 mm) Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III 6 Vehicle specifications 501 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 525
6-1. Specifications Tires and wheels Tire size P285/60R18 114V Normal driving Front tires: 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2 or bar) Rear tires: 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2 or bar) Spare tire: 33 psi (230 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 526
With rear personal lights Without rear personal lights Interior Front personal lights Rear personal lights Vanity lights Door courtesy lights Glove box light A: B: C: D: E: F: H11 halogen bulbs HB3 halogen bulbs HB4 halogen bulbs Single end bulbs Wedge base bulbs Double end bulbs Bulb No. 9006 9005 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 527
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your Toyota has a fuel tank opening that only accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps. n If your engine knocks l Consult your Toyota dealer. l You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while accelerating or driving uphill. This is - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 528
for fuel quality called World-Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC) that is expected to be applied worldwide. l The WWFC consists of four categories that are based on required emission levels. In the US, category 4 has been adopted. l The WWFC improves air quality by lowering emissions in vehicle fleets - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 529
here. Other gasohol may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance problems. l Using unleaded gasoline with an octane number or rating lower than that stated here will cause persistent heavy knocking. At worst, this will lead to engine damage. n Fuel-related poor driveability If after using - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 530
maximum cold tire inflation pressure YESTER L : 2 POL E WAL N SID NYLO EL+1 STANDARD LOAD MAX.LO AD XX X KG (XXX X ITY61C010 (→P. 509) (→P. 396) (→P. 508) 6 (→P. 510) (→P. 512) Vehicle specifications 507 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 531
in the tire. A tube type tire has a tube inside the tire and the tube maintains the air pressure. Radial tires or bias-ply tires A radial tire has RADIAL on the sidewall. A tire ITY61C014 *:The DOT symbol certifies that the tire conforms to applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. 508 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 532
Tire use (P = Passenger car, T = Temporary use) Section width (millimeters) Aspect ratio (tire height to section width) Tire construction code (R = Radial, D = Diagonal) Wheel diameter (inches) Load index (2 or 3 digits) Speed symbol (alphabet with one letter) n Tire dimensions Section width Tire - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 533
prepared in accordance with regulations issued by the National Highway Traffic and/or prospective purchasers of Toyota vehicles with information on uniform tire quality grading this information. n DOT quality grades All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 534
from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straight ahead) traction tests and which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 535
capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning and additional weight optional engine The sum of: (a) Curb weight (b) Accessory weight (c) Vehicle capacity weight (d) Production options weight Maximum inflation pressure Recommended inflation pressure Accessory weight Curb - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 536
of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the third column of Table 1* below The combined weight of installed regular production options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the standard items which they replace, not previously considered in curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy duty - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 537
share of curb weight, accessory weight, and normal occupant weight (distributed system in which the rim is designed with rim flanges pointed radially inward and the tire is designed to fit on the underside of the rim in a manner that encloses the rim flanges inside the air cavity of the tire Vehicle - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 538
that tire The maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire may be inflated The rim on which a tire is fitted for physical dimension requirements Any parting at any junction of tread, sidewall, or innerliner that extends to cord material The overall diameter of an inflated new tire 6 Innerliner - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 539
protective bands or ribs A tire intended for use on passenger cars, multipurpose passenger vehicles, and trucks, that have a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 10,000 lb. or less A layer of rubber-coated parallel cords A parting of rubber compound between adjacent plies A mechanical device made - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 540
traction test as described in ASTM F-1805-00, Standard Test Method for Single Wheel Driving Traction in a Straight Line on Snow-and Ice-Covered Surfaces, and which is ⎯ Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for various designated seating capacities Vehicle specifications 517 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 541
6-1. Specifications Designated seating capacity, Number of occupants 2 through 4 5 through 10 Vehicle normal load, Number of occupants 2 3 Occupant distribution in a normally loaded vehicle 2 in front 2 in front, 1 in second seat 2 in front, 1 in second seat, 1 in third seat, 1 in fourth seat 2 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 542
warning function (when locking the vehicle) Default setting ON ON Customized setting OFF OFF ON OFF Wireless remote control (→P. 40) Unlocking operation Driver's door unlocked in one step, all doors unlocked in two steps All doors unlocked in one step Automatic door locking function (if - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 543
windows (→P. 83) Mechanical key linked operation (open) Wireless remote control linked operation (open) Linked entry function Light sensor sensitivity ON ON Level 3 ON OFF OFF Level 1 to 5 OFF 0 seconds Automatic light control system (→P. 170) Daytime running light system Time elapsed before - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 544
unlocked Operation when you approach the vehicle with the electronic key on your person (When the interior light switch [ON/DOOR/OFF] is ON) Mechanical key linked operation Mechanical key linked operation Linked operation of components when door key is used Wireless remote control linked operation - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 545
6-2. Customization Multi-information display (→P. 166) English (U.S.A.), English (UK), French, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese Available languages 522 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 546
After changing engine oil • When rotating the tires on vehicles differing with front and rear tire inflation pressures. • When changing the tire inflation pressure by changing traveling speed or load weight, etc. • When changing the tire size. Reference P. 380 Tire pressure warning system P. 393 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 547
6-3. Initialization 524 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 548
, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 549
Transmission Electronic Control Unit Event Data Recorder Emergency Locking Retractor Gross Axle Weight Rating Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Emission inspection and maintenance Intermittent Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System Light Emitting Diode Methylcy clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl Mud and Snow - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 550
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inde x Alpha be t ic a l index A A/C Air conditioning filter...407 Automatic air conditioning system ...242 ABS ...201 Active traction control...201 Air conditioning filter...407 Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter...407 Automatic air conditioning system ...242 Airbags Airbag operating - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 552
Condenser ...383 Console box ...330 Cool box...330 Cooling system Engine overheating ...488 Cruise control...178 Cup holder ...333 Crawl Control ...197 Curtain shield airbags ...102 Customizable features...519 D Daytime running light system ...171 Defogger Rear window ...256 Dimension...494 Display - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 553
coolant temperature gauge...160 Engine immobilizer system ...93 Engine oil Capacity ...497 Checking ...377 Preparing and checking before winter...222 Engine oil maintenance data ...380 Engine switch...149 Event data recorder ...447 F First-aid kit holder ...351 Floor mat ...349 Fluid Brake...384 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 554
Front seats Adjustment ...51 Driving position memory...62 Front side marker light Replacing light bulbs ...426 Wattage ...503 Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ...426 Wattage ...503 Fuel Capacity ...496 Fuel gauge ...160 Fuel pump shut off system ...446 Gas station information ...540 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 555
switch ...172 Headlights switch ...170 Interior light switch ...326 Personal light switch ...327 Replacing light bulbs ...426 Turn signal lever...158 Vanity lights...338 Wattage...503 Load capacity ...221 Off-road precautions ...209 Oil Engine oil ...377 Opener Fuel filler door ...89 Hood ...374 - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 556
Key battery ...410 Light bulbs ...426 Tires ...463 Reporting safety defects for U.S.A. owners...526 Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off switch ...116 Roof luggage carrier ...214 S Seat belts Adjusting the seat belt ...70 Automatic Locking Retractor ...72 Child restraint system installation - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 557
If your vehicle becomes stuck ...491 Sun visors...337 Sunshade Roof...87 Switch ECT switch ...154 Driving mode select switch...154 Engine switch tire ...463 Tools ...463 Total load capacity ...221 Towing Emergency towing ...440 Toyota park assist system...181 TRAC...201 Traction control ...201 Trip - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 558
system ...451 Brake system...449 Charging system ...450 Low fuel Washing and waxing...360 Weight Cargo capacity ...214 Load limits ...221 Weight ...494 Wheels...405 key Replacing the battery ...410 Wireless remote control key ...40 WMA disc ...273 *: Refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 559
immobilizer system The engine does not start P. 476 If the engine will not start P. 484 If the battery is discharged The shift lever cannot be moved out P. 478 If the shift lever cannot be shifted The engine coolant temperature gauge enters the red zone P. 488 If your vehicle overheats Steam - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 560
Open door warning light P. 451 Tire pressure warning P. 451 light Pre-collision warning P. 450 light Low fuel level warning P. 451 light Master warning light P. 453 Charging system warnP. 450 ing light Unengaged "Park" P. 452 warning light Malfunction indicator P. 450 lamp The warning message - 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | Owners Manual - Page 561
GAS STAT I ON I N FORM AT I ON Fuel filler door P. 89 Auxiliary catch lever P. 374 Tire inflation pressure P. 502 Fuel filler door opener P. 89 Hood lock release lever P. 374 Fuel tank capacity Fuel type Cold tire inflation pressure Engine oil capacity drain and refill (Reference) Engine oil