2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser Owners Manual

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When vehicle is in reverse, a buzzer will sound to inform driver when nearing an obstacle. The system can only be used when the transmission is in the “R” position. Light control-Instrument panel Brightness control 17 M2.qxd 7/28/08 3:06 PM Page 18 FEATURES/OPERATIONS VSC OFF button VSC OFF button The VSC OFF button is used to switch between modes related to the TRAC, VSC and Auto LSD functions. Refer to Section 2-4 of the Owner’s Manual for more information. Power outlet-12V DC Instrument panel Key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position to be used. Power outlet-115V AC (if equipped) ON/OFF switch Luggage compartment Green light Yellow light Push The illumination changes according to the maximum available capacity. •Green and Yellow 115V AC/400W •Yellow 115V AC/100W Engine must be running in order to use the 115V AC power outlet. 18 M2.qxd 7/28/08 3:06 PM Page 19 Bottle holders-Rear seat Cup holders Automatic Transmission models Manual Transmission models Rear console 19 M2.qxd 7/28/08 3:06 PM Page 20 SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES Seat belts Take up slack Too high Keep as low on hips as possible If belt is fully extended, then retracted even slightly, it cannot be re-extended beyond that 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 Door locks Lock Unlock 20 M1.qxd 7/28/08 3:04 PM Page 3 Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System If tire pressure becomes critically low on any of the tires (including the spare), indicator light will come on. Correctly adjusting tire inflation will turn off the light after a few minutes. If the light does not turn off, have the system checked by your Toyota dealer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details. Spare tire & tools Tool location Jack Removing the spare tire Tool bag (1) (2) (1) Remove the wheel ornament (aluminum wheel only). (2) Turn the hold-down nuts counterclockwise and remove. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for jack positioning and tire changing procedures. 21 M1.qxd 7/28/08 3:04 PM Page 4 MN 00505-QRG09-FJC Printed in the USA 7/08 FJCRUISER_U.book Page 416 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM Abbreviation list Abbreviation/Acronym list ABBREVIATIONS MEANING 2WD 4WD ABS ACC AI-SHIFT ALR A-TRAC AUTO LSD CRS E/M ECU EDR ELR GAWR GVWR I/M INT LATCH LED LT M + S MMT MTBE OBD RES RR DIFF LOCK SRS 416 Two Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive Anti-Lock Brake System Accessory Artificial Intelligence shifting Automatic Locking Retractor Active Traction Control Automatic Limited Slip Differential Child Restraint System English/U.S. Customary System and metric Electronic Control Unit Event Data Recorder Emergency Locking Retractor Gross Axle Weight Rating Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Emission inspection and maintenance Intermittent Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children Light Emitting Diode Light truck Mud + Snow Methylcy clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether On Board Diagnostics Resume Rear differential lock Supplemental Restraint System FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 417 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM ABBREVIATIONS MEANING TIN TPMS TRAC TWI VIN VSC Tire Identification Number Tire Pressure Warning System Traction Control Treadwear indicators Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle Stability Control 417 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 2 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM TABLE OF CONTENTS Index 1 Before driving 1-1. Key information Keys ..................................... 28 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Wireless remote control ...... 30 Side doors ............................ 33 Access doors........................ 36 Back door ............................. 38 Glass hatch .......................... 41 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Front seats ........................... 43 Rear seats............................ 45 Head restraints..................... 50 Seat belts ............................. 52 Steering wheel ..................... 58 Anti-glare inside rear view mirror.................................. 59 Outside rear view mirrors ..... 63 1-4. Opening and closing the windows Power windows .................... 66 1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap .... 68 1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ................................ 72 Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.)............................... 74 1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ......... 75 SRS airbags ......................... 77 Front passenger occupant classification system........... 90 Child restraint systems ......... 95 Installing child restraints ....... 99 2 When driving 2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle .............. 110 Engine (ignition) switch....... 120 Automatic Transmission ...... 123 Manual Transmission ......... 125 Turn signal lever ................. 127 Parking brake ..................... 128 Horn.................................... 130 2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ............ 131 Indicators and warning lights ................................. 134 Accessory meter................. 137 2-3. Operating the lights and wipers Headlight switch ................. 139 Windshield wipers and washer.............................. 141 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 3 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 143 3 Interior features 2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control...................... 144 Intuitive parking assist......... 147 Rear view monitor system (vehicles with auto anti-glare inside rear view mirror) ..... 152 Four-wheel drive system (4WD models with a manual transmission) .................... 156 Four-wheel drive system (4WD models with an automatic transmission).... 158 Active traction control system .............................. 160 AUTO LSD system (2WD models)................... 162 Rear differential lock system .............................. 164 Clutch start cancel switch (vehicles with a manual transmission) .................... 167 Driving assist systems ........ 168 2-5. Driving information Off-road precautions ........... 173 Cargo and luggage ............. 178 Vehicle load limits ............... 181 Winter driving tips ............... 182 Trailer towing ...................... 185 Dinghy towing ..................... 195 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Air conditioning system ...... 198 Rear window defogger ....... 204 3-2. Using the audio system Audio system types ............ 205 Using the radio ................... 208 Using the CD player ........... 214 Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ....................... 222 Optimal use of the audio system.............................. 231 Operating the sub woofer... 234 Changing display color (type B only) ..................... 235 Using the AUX adapter....... 236 Using the steering wheel audio switches ............................. 238 3-3. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................. 240 • Interior lights..................... 241 • Personal lights.................. 242 3-4. Using the storage features List of storage features....... 243 • Glove box......................... 243 • Cup holders (front) ........... 244 • Cup holders (rear) ............ 247 • Bottle holders ................... 248 • Auxiliary box..................... 249 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 4 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM TABLE OF CONTENTS Index 3-5. Other interior features Sun visors .......................... 250 Vanity mirrors ..................... 251 Clock .................................. 252 Outside temperature display.............................. 253 Power outlet (12V DC) ....... 254 Power outlet (if 115V AC equipped) ......................... 255 Armrest............................... 261 Floor mat ............................ 262 Luggage storage box (vehicles without sub woofer) ............................. 263 Luggage compartment features ............................ 264 Compass ............................ 267 4 Maintenance and care 4-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior........... 274 Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior............ 276 4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 279 General maintenance......... 281 Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs.......................... 284 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precau- tions ................................. 285 Hood ................................... 289 Engine compartment .......... 290 Tires.................................... 304 Tire inflation pressure ......... 309 Wheels................................ 313 Air conditioning filter ........... 315 Key battery ......................... 318 Checking and replacing fuses................................. 320 Light bulbs .......................... 331 5 When trouble arises 5-1. Essential information Emergency flashers............ 340 If your vehicle needs to be towed................................ 341 If you think something is wrong................................ 346 Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 347 Event data recorder ............ 348 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds.............................. 350 If you have a flat tire ........... 360 If the engine will not start.... 372 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................... 373 If you lose your keys........... 374 If the vehicle battery is discharged........................ 375 If your vehicle overheats..... 378 If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 381 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 5 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 6 Vehicle specifications 6-1. Specifications Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ......................... 384 Fuel information .................. 394 Tire information................... 397 6-2. Customization Customizable features ........ 408 Items to initialize ................. 410 7 For owners Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ...................... 412 Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners (in French) ........................ 413 Index Abbreviation list ........................ 416 Alphabetical index..................... 418 What to do if............................... 426 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 22 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM For your information Main Owners Manual Please note that this manual applies to all models explains and all equip- ment, including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle. All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. However, because of the Toyota policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice. Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ from your vehicle in terms of equipment. Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota is not responsible these products and A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota vehicles are currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle. This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Toyota products. Modification with non-genuine Toyota products could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under warranty. for Installation of a mobile two-way radio system As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as the multiport fuel injection system/sequen- tial multiport fuel injection system, cruise control system, anti-lock brake sys- tem, SRS airbag system and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation. 22 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 23 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM Scrapping your Toyota The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Toyota dealer before you scrap your vehicle. Perchlorate Material Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These compo- nents may include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote con- trol batteries. CAUTION n General precautions while driving Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influ- ence of alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehi- cle. Alcohol and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and reduce coordination, which could lead to an accident that will hurt or kill you, your occupants or others. Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other drivers or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents. Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that dis- tracts the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or reading can result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you, your occupants or others. 23 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 24 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM CAUTION n General precaution regarding children’s safety Never leave children unattended 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. There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with the cigarette lighter, the windows, or other features of the vehicle. In addi- tion, heat build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children. 24 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 25 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM Symbols used throughout this manual Cautions & Notices CAUTION This is a warning against anything which may cause injury to people if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others. NOTICE 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 what you must or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Toyota and its equipment. Symbols used in illustrations Safety symbol The symbol of a circle with a slash through it means “Do not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen”. Arrows indicating operations Indicates the action (pushing, turning, etc.) used to operate switches and other devices. Indicates the outcome of an operation (e.g. a lid opens). 25 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 26 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 26 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 1 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 Before driving Adjusting and operating features such as door locks, mirrors, and steering column. 2 When driving Driving, stopping and safe-driving information. 3 Interior features Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in- terior features for a comfortable driving experience. 4 Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it- yourself maintenance, and maintenance information. 5 When trouble arises What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire, or is involved in an accident. 6 Vehicle specifications Detailed vehicle information. 7 For owners Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners and seat belt instructions for Canadian owners Index Alphabetical listing of information contained in this manual. FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 6 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM Pictorial index Exterior Outside rear view mirror illumination lights∗ P. 143 Windshield wipers P. 145 Hood P. 289 Outside rear view mirrors P. 63 Front turn signal/parking and front side marker lights P. 130, 143 Headlights P. 143 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 7 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM Fuel filler door P. 68 Access doors P. 36 Stop/tail and rear side marker lights P. 143 Side doors P. 33 Tires l Rotation l Replacement l Inflation pressure l Information P. 304 P. 360 P. 309 P. 397 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) Rear turn signal lights P. 130 ∗: If equipped FJCRUISER_U.book Page 8 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM Pictorial index Exterior Glass hatch P. 41 Rear window defogger P. 204 Rear window wiper∗ P. 147 Back door P. 38 License plate lights P. 143 ∗: If equipped FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 9 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 10 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM Pictorial index Interior Seat belts P. 52 Head restraints P. 50 Bottle holders P. 250 SRS driver airbag P. 77 Horn P. 133 Auxiliary box P. 251 SRS front passenger airbag P. 77 Rear seats P. 45 Cup holders P. 249 Floor mats P. 264 SRS side airbags P. 77 10 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 11 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM Interior lights P. 243 Sun visors P. 252 Vanity mirrors P. 253 SRS curtain shield airbags P. 77 Personal lights P. 244 Anti-glare inside rear view mirror P. 59 Rear view monitor system∗ P. 156 Auto anti-glare inside rear view mirror∗ P. 60 ∗: If equipped 11 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 12 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM Pictorial index Interior Inside door lock button P. 34 Door lock switch P. 33 Window lock switch P. 66 Power window switches P. 66 12 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 13 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM Automatic transmission Cup holders P. 246 Shift lever P. 126 Front-wheel drive control lever ∗ P. 162 Parking brake lever P. 131 Manual transmission Shift lever P. 128 Shift lock override button P. 373 Cup holders P. 246 Four-wheel drive control lever P. 160 Cup holders P. 246 Parking brake lever P. 131 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) ∗: If equipped 13 FJCRUISER_U.book Page 14 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM Pictorial index Instrument panel Headlight switch Turn signal lever P. 143 P. 130 Gauges and meters P. 135 Windshield wipers and washer switch P. 145 Rear window wiper and washer switch ∗ P. 147 Accessory meter ∗ P. 141 Glove box P. 245 Cruise control switch ∗ P. 148 Hood lock release lever P. 289 14 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 15 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM Clock P. 254 Emergency flasher switch P. 340 Audio system P. 205 Air conditioning system P. 198 Rear window defogger switch P. 204 Security indicator P. 72 ∗: If equipped 15 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 16 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM Pictorial index Instrument panel VSC OFF switch P. 166, 173, 174 RR DIFF LOCK switch∗ P. 168 A-TRAC switch∗ P. 164 SUB WOOFER switch∗ P. 234 Power outlet P. 256 AUX adapter P. 236 Intuitive parking assist switch∗ P. 151 Power outlet main switch∗ P. 257 16 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 17 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM Engine (ignition) switch P. 122 ∗: If equipped 17 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 18 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM Pictorial index Instrument panel Audio remote control switches∗ P. 238 18 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 19 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM Instrument panel light control dial P. 136 Tilt steering lock release lever P. 58 RSCA OFF switch P. 88 CLUTCH START CANCEL switch∗ P. 171 Outside rear view mirror switches∗ P. 63 ∗: If equipped 19 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 20 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM Pictorial index Luggage compartment Child restraint anchor brackets P. 99 Tie-down hooks P. 266 20 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 21 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM Shopping bag hooks P. 268 Cargo net hooks P. 267 Jack P. 360 Tools P. 360 Shopping bag hooks* P. 268 Cargo net hooks* P. 267 Luggage storage box* P. 265 Power outlet∗ P. 257 ∗: If equipped *: Vehicles without sub woofer 21 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 28 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 1-1. Key information Keys The following keys are provided with the vehicle. Vehicles with wireless remote control system Master keys (with wireless remote control function) Operating the wireless remote control function (→P. 30) Valet key Key number plate Vehicles without wireless remote control system Master keys Valet key Key number plate n Key number plate Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. In the event that a key is lost, a new key can be made by your Toyota dealer using the key number plate. (→P. 374) NOTICE n To prevent key damage l Do not subject the keys to strong shocks, expose them to high tempera- tures by placing them in direct sunlight, or get them wet. 28 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 29 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 1-1. Key information NOTICE n To prevent key damage l Do not expose the keys to electromagnetic materials or attach any mate- rial that blocks electromagnetic waves to the key surface. 29 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 30 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Wireless remote control (if equipped) The wireless remote control can be used to lock and unlock the vehi- cle from outside the vehicle. Locks all doors Unlocks all doors Pressing the button unlocks the driver’s door. Pressing the button again within 3 seconds unlocks the other doors. Sounds alarm (push and hold) n Operation signals A buzzer sounds and the emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors have been locked/unlocked. (Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice) n Panic mode When PANIC button is pushed for longer than about one second, an alarm will sound for about 60 seconds and the vehi- cle lights will flash to deter any person from trying to break into or damage your vehicle. To stop the alarm, push any button on the wireless remote control. NL NIC n Door lock buzzer If a door or glass hatch is not fully closed, a buzzer sounds for 10 seconds if an attempt to lock the door and glass hatch are made. Fully close the door and glass hatch to stop the buzzer, and lock the vehicle once more. n Key battery depletion The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years. (The battery becomes depleted even if the key is not used.) If the wireless remote control function does not operate, the battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when necessary. (→P. 318) 30 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) 1 FJCRUISER_U.book Page 31 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors n Security feature If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again. n Conditions affecting operation The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the follow- ing situations. l Near a TV tower, radio station, electric power plant, airport or other facil- ity that generates strong radio waves l When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone or other wireless commu- nication device n Conditions affecting operation l When multiple wireless keys are in the vicinity l When the wireless key has come into contact with, or is covered by a metallic object l When a wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby l When the wireless key has been left near an electrical appliance such as a personal computer n Customization that can be configured at Toyota dealer Settings (Customizable features →P. 408) (e.g. wireless remote control system) can be changed. 31 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 32 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors n Certification for wireless remote control For vehicles sold in U.S.A. NOTE: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NOTICE: 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 residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. How- ever, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: l Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. l Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. which the receiver is connected. l Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. For vehicles sold in Canada NOTE: Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, includ- ing interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 32 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 33 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Side doors The vehicle can be locked/unlocked using the wireless remote con- trol, key or door lock switch. n Wireless remote control (if equipped) →P. 30 n Key Locks all doors Unlocks all doors Turning the key a single time in the driver’s door unlocks the driver’s door, and turning the key again unlocks the other doors. n Door lock switch Driver’s door lock switch Locks all doors Unlocks all doors FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) 33 FJCRUISER_U.book Page 34 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Passenger’s door lock switch Locks all doors Unlocks all doors n Inside door lock button Locks the door Unlocks the door Pulling the inside handle can open the front door even if the inside door lock button is in the lock position. Locking the front doors from the outside without a key Move the inside door lock button to the lock position. Close the door. The door cannot be locked if a front door is open and the key is in the engine switch. n Key reminder buzzer A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened, while the engine switch is in the ACC or LOCK position to remind you to remove the key. n Customization that can be configured at Toyota dealer Settings (Customizable features →P. 408) (e.g. unlocking function using a key) can be changed. 34 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) 1 FJCRUISER_U.book Page 35 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 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 lock all doors. l Ensure that all doors are properly closed. l Do not pull the inside handle of the doors while driving. The doors may be opened and the passengers are thrown out of the vehi- cle and it may result in serious injury or death. Be especially careful for the side doors, the doors may be opened even if the inside lock buttons are in locked position. 35 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 36 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Access doors The access door (rear door) can be opened using the inside handle. Open the front door widely Pull (from the outside) or push (from the inside) the inside handle of the access door. Open the access door You can open and close the access door only when the front door is widely opened. CAUTION n When closing the access door Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in serious personal injury. l Confirm safety of the area around. l Keep the hands, fingers and other parts of the bodies of all occupants away from the access door. 36 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 37 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors NOTICE n When opening or closing the front door and access door The front door and access door could be damaged if they hit each other when being opened or closed. 37 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 38 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Back door The back door can be locked/unlocked using a key, wireless remote control or door lock switch. n Wireless remote control (if equipped) →P. 30 n Key Unlocks the back door Locks the back door Opens the back door When you turn the key clock- wise and hold it for about 1 second, the glass hatch opens. (→P. 41) n Door lock switch →P. 33 38 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 39 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors n Back door fixing function The back door can be held in the following positions: Half open position Full open position Open the back door to the half open position. It cannot be held in this posi- tion when being closed. You can hold the back door in this position: Lock the damper Unlock the damper When closing the door, be sure to unlock the damper. FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) 39 FJCRUISER_U.book Page 40 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Rear step bumper For rear end protection and eas- ier step-up loading. To get on the rear step bumper, use the shaded area in the illus- tration. CAUTION n Caution while driving Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious personal injury. l Keep the back door and glass hatch closed. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out, but also prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle. l Do not get on the rear step bumper. NOTICE n To prevent damage to the back door components l Do not apply any force, paint or let any other foreign matter on the damper. l Ensure that the damper is unlocked before closing the back door. l Do not allow more than one person to get on the rear step bumper at a time. 40 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 41 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Glass hatch The glass hatch can be opened using the key. Turn the key clockwise and hold it for about 1 second. Raise n Opening the glass hatch l The glass hatch opens slightly, after the back door is locked. l When the rear window wiper is working, the wiper returns to the original position and stops working. The wiper restarts its working about 3 seconds after the glass hatch is closed. n Closing the glass hatch l Make sure that the glass hatch is securely closed after closing it. If the glass hatch is not securely closed, the rear window wiper and washer will not work. l Be careful not to lock your keys in the vehicle. 41 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 42 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION n Operating the glass hatch Do not open the glass hatch while the vehicle is moving. n Caution while driving Keep the back door and glass hatch closed. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but also prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle. n Before you close the glass hatch To avoid death or serious personal injury, you must do the following. l Always make sure there is nobody around the glass hatch. l Make sure the heads, hands and other parts of the bodies of all occupants are kept completely inside the vehicle. NOTICE n To prevent damage to the glass hatch components Do not apply any force, paint or let any other foreign matter on the damper. 42 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) 1 FJCRUISER_U.book Page 43 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Front seats Seat position adjustment lever Seat cushion angle adjust- ment knob (driver’s side only) Seat height adjustment lever (driver’s side only) Seatback angle adjustment lever When the occupant’s lower back presses against the seatback during a rear-end collision, the head restraint moves slightly for- ward and upward to help reduce the risk of whiplash on the seat occupant. 43 Active head restraints FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 44 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) n Active head restraints Even small forces applied to the seatback may cause the head restraint to move. Pushing up a locked head restraint forcibly may show the head restraint inner structure. These do not indicate problems. Inner structure During rear-end collision n Waterproof and water-repellent seats Waterproof and water-repellent seats are installed in your vehicle; however, the water-repellent effect does not last forever. CAUTION n Seat adjustment 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. If the seat is too reclined, the lap belt may slide past the hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen or your neck may contact the shoulder belt, increasing the risk of death or serious injury in the event of an accident. l After adjusting the seat, make sure that the seat is locked in position. 44 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 45 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Rear seats The seatbacks of the rear seats can be folded down. Stow the seat belt buckles and remove the head restraints. Swing the bottom cushion up by pulling the lock release strap. 45 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 46 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Push the lock release button and fold down the seatback. Removing rear seat bottom cushions Loosen the bolts with the wrench at first and turn the dials with hands to remove them. Dial Hexagon head bolt 46 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 47 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Separate from the hinge. the bottom cushion Fold the hinge as shown in the illustration. 47 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 48 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) n If you cannot raise the seatback Release the seat belt lock by: Pushing on the lower front edge of the seatback to slacken the seat belt. Let the seat belt retract a little. n When the bottom cushion is reinstalled Click the claw of the hinge into the hole of the bottom cushion before refastening the dial. Firmly tighten the hexagon head bolts using a torque wrench. Tightening torque: 12.5 ft·lbf (17 N·m, 1.7 kgf·m) n Waterproof and water-repellent seats Waterproof and water-repellent seats are installed in your vehicle: however, the water-repellent effect does not last forever. 48 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 49 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION n When the seatback is folded Do not sit on or place anything on the seatback while driving. n When returning the seats to their original position Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury. l Be careful not to get your hands or feet pinched in the seat. l Make sure the seatbacks and bottom cushions are securely locked. Fail- ure to do so will prevent the seat belt from operating properly. l Check that the seat belts are not twisted or caught under the seat. l Arrange the seat belts in the proper positions for ready use. n When removing or reinstalling the bottom cushion Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury. l Do not get in the vehicle with the bottom cushions uninstalled. l Do not leave the removed bottom cushion unsecured in the vehicle. l Do not try to sit on or place anything on the removed bottom cushion. l Do not drop the bottom cushion. l Have the hexagon head bolts tightened with a torque wrench to 12.5 ft·lbf (17 N·m, 1.7 kgf·m), or have them tightened by your Toyota dealer. Failure to do so may cause the dials to be loosened and the bottom cush- ions to be removed. NOTICE n Before folding down or removing the seats l The seat belts buckles must be stowed. l The head restraints must be removed before you fold down the seatback. 49 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 50 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Head restraints Front seats Lock release button Rear seats Vertical adjustment Up Down Push the head restraint down while pushing the lock release button. Vertical adjustment Up Down Push the head restraint down while pushing the lock release button. Lock release button n Removing the head restraints Pull the head restraint up while pushing the lock release button. 50 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 51 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) n Adjusting the height of the head restraints Make sure that the head restraints are adjusted so that the center of the head restraint is closest to the top of your ears. n Adjusting the rear seat head restraints Always raise the head restraint one level from the stowed position when using. CAUTION n Head restraint precautions Observe the following precautions regarding the head restraints. Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury. l Use the head restraints designed for each respective seat. l Adjust the head restraints to the correct position at all times. l Do not drive with the head restraints removed. 51 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 52 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Seat belts Make sure that all occupants are wearing their seat belts before driv- ing the vehicle. n Correct use of the seat belts l Extend the shoulder belt so that it comes fully over the shoulder, but does not come into contact with the neck or slide off the shoul- der. l Position the lap belt as low as possible over the hips. l Adjust the position of the seatback. Sit up straight and well back in the seat. l Do not twist the seat belt. n Fastening and releasing the seat belt Fastening the belt Push the tab into the buckle until a clicking sound is heard. 52 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 53 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Releasing the belt Press the release button. Release button n Adjusting the height of the belt (front seats) Up Move the height adjuster up as needed until you hear a click. Down Push the lock release button and slide the height adjuster down. Seat belt pretensioners (front seats) The pretensioner helps the seat belt to quickly restrain the occu- pant by retracting the seat belt when the vehicle is subjected to certain types of severe frontal collision or a vehicle rollover. The pretensioner may not acti- vate in the event of a minor frontal impact, a side impact or a rear impact. 53 FJ CRUISER_U_(L/O_0808) FJCRUISER_U.book Page 54 Tuesday, July 29, 2008 9:46 AM 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) n Emergency locking retractor (ELR) The retractor will lock the belt during a sudden stop or on impact. It may also lock if you lean forward too quickly. A slow, easy motion will allow the belt to extend so that you can move around fully. n Automatic locking retractor (ALR) When a passenger's shoulder belt is completely extended and then retracted even slightly, the belt is locked in that position and cannot be extended. This feature is used to hold the child restraint system (CRS) firmly. To free the belt again, fully retract the belt and then pull the belt out once more. (→P. 95) n Pregnant women Obtain medical advice and wear the seat belt in the proper way. (→P. 52) Women who are pregnant should position the lap belt as low as possible over the hips in the same manner as other occu- pants. Extend the shoulder belt com- pletely over the shoulder and position the belt across the chest. Avoid belt contact

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