Toyota LAND CRUISER 1997 Owner Manual

Part 1

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS—

Chapter 1-1 Overview of instruments and controls

 Instrument panel overview  Instrument cluster overview  Indicator symbols on the

instrument panel

Instrument panel overview

Instrument cluster overview

Indicator symbols on the instrument panel

Brake system warning light *

Seat belt reminder light*

Low oil pressure warning light*

Malfunction indicator light*

Anti-lock brake system warning light *

Open door warning light *

Unengaged “Park”warning light *

Automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light*

SRS airbag warning light*

Turn signal indicator lights

Headlight high beam indicator light

Over-drive indicator light

“PWR” mode indicator light

Automatic transmission second start indicator light

Center Differential lock indicator light

Front Differential lock indicator light

Rear Differential lock indicator light

Cruise control indicator light

Automatic transmission indicator lights

*1: For details, see “Service reminder indicators and warning buzzers” in Chapter 1-5.

*2: If this light flashes, see “Automatic transmission” in Chapter 1-6.

: If this light flashes, see “Cruise control” in Chapter 1-6.

Part 1

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS—

Chapter 1-2 Keys and Doors

 Keys  Side doors  Power windows  Side windows  Back door  Hood  Fuel tank cap  Electric moon roof

Keys

The master key works in every lock. The subkey will not work in the glovebox.

To protect things locked in the glovebox when you have your vehicle parked, leave the subkey with the attendant.

Since the doors can be locked without a key, you should always carry a spare master key in case you accidentally lock your keys inside the vehicle.

Keep the key number plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle.

If you should lose your keys or if you need additional keys, duplicates can be made by a Toyota dealer using the key number.

You should also put a copy of the key number with your important papers.

Side doors

LOCKING WITH KEY Turn the key towards the front of the

vehicle to lock and towards the back to unlock.

On vehicles with a power door lock switch, all the side doors and back door lock and unlock simultaneously with either front door. In the driver’s door lock, turning the key once will unlock the driver’s door and twice in succession will unlock all the side doors and back door simultaneously.

LOCKING WITH INSIDE LOCK KNOB Turn the knob forward to lock and

backward to unlock the door.

Closing the door with the lock button pushed in will also lock the door. Be careful not to lock your keys in the vehicle. On vehicles with a power door lock switch, the front doors cannot be locked if you leave the key in the ignition switch.

LOCKING WITH POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH

To lock all the side doors and back door simultaneously, push the switch on the “DOOR LOCK” side. Pushing on the opposite side will unlock them.

When the front doors are locked from the outside, the switch will not work until either front door is unlocked with the key or lock knob.

REAR DOOR CHILD-PROTECTORS Move the lock lever to the “LOCK”

position as shown on the label.

This feature allows you to lock a rear door so it can be opened from the outside only, not from inside. We recommend using this feature whenever small children are in the vehicle.

CAUTION

Before driving, be sure that the doors are closed and locked, especially when small children are in the vehicle. Along with the proper use of seat belts, locking the doors helps prevent the driver and passengers from being thrown out from the vehicle during an accident. It also helps prevent the doors from being opened unintentionally.

Power windows

The windows can be operated with the switch on each side door.

The ignition key must be in the “ON” position.

OPERATING THE DRIVER’S WINDOW Use the switch on the driver’s door.

Normal operation: The window moves

as long as you hold the switch. To open: Lightly push down the switch.

To close: Pull up the switch.

Automatic operation (to open only):

Push the switch completely down and then release it. The window will fully open. To stop the window partway, lightly pull the switch up and then release it.

Side windows

OPERATING THE PASSENGERS’ WINDOW

Use the switch on each passenger’s door or the switches on the driver’s door that control each passenger’s window.

The window moves as long as you hold the switch.

To open: Push down the switch. To close: Pull up the switch. If you push in the “window lock” switch on

the driver’s door, the passengers’ windows cannot be operated.

CAUTION

To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following.  Always make sure the head, hands

and other parts of the body of all occupants are kept completely inside the vehicle before you close the power windows. If someone’s neck, head or hands gets caught in a closing window, it could result in a serious injury. When anyone closes the power windows, be sure that they operate the windows safely.

 When small children are in the ve-

hicle, never let them use the power window switches without supervision. Use the “WINDOW LOCK” switch to prevent them from making unexpected use of the switches.

 Never leave small children alone in

the vehicle, especially with the ignition key still inserted. They could use the power window switches and get trapped in a window. Unattended children can become involved in serious accidents.

Push the lever to unlock and slide the window.

When closing the window, make sure it is completely closed.

Back door

OPENING AND CLOSING The back door can be opened as

shown.

See “Luggage stowage precautions” in Part 2 for precautions to observe in loading luggage.

After closing the back door, try pulling it up to make sure it is securely closed.

Closing the back door with the lock button pushed in will also lock the back door. Be careful not to lock your keys in the vehicle.

On switches with a power door lock switch, the back door lock will be controlled with the power door lock switch. (For instructions, see “Side doors” in this chapter.)

CAUTION

Keep the back door closed while driving. This not only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but also prevents exhaust gases from entering the vehicle.

BACK DOOR CHILD-PROTECTOR Move the lock lever to the “LOCK”

position as shown on the label.

This feature allows you to lock a back door so it can be opened from the outside only, not from inside. We recommend using this feature whenever small children are in the vehicle.

Hood

To open the hood, pull the hood lock release lever under the dash. The hood will spring up slightly. In front of the vehicle, press up on the auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood.

When closing the hood, check to see that you have not forgotten any tools, rags, etc. Then lower the hood and make sure it locks into place. If necessary, press down gently on the front edge to lock it.

Fuel tank cap

1. To open the fuel filler door, pull the lever up.

CAUTION

 Do not smoke, cause sparks or al-

low open flames when refuelling. The fumes are flammable.

 When opening the cap, do not re-

move the cap quickly. In hot weather, fuel under pressure could cause injury by spraying out of the filler neck if the cap is suddenly removed.

2. To remove the fuel tank cap, turn the cap slowly counterclockwise, then pause slightly before removing it. After removing the cap, hang it on the cap hanger.

It is not unusual to hear a slight swoosh when the cap is opened. When installing, turn the cap clockwise till you hear a click.

CAUTION

 Make sure the cap is tightened se-

curely to prevent fuel spillage in case of an accident.

 Use only a genuine Toyota fuel tank

cap for replacement. It has a built in check valve to reduce fuel tank vacuum.

Electric moon roof

To slide open or close the moon roof, push the switch on the “OPEN” or “CLOSE” side. To tilt up or lower the rear end of the moon roof, push the switch on the “UP” or “DOWN” side.

The ignition key must be in the “ON” position.

The moon roof will move while the switch is being pushed and stop when released. However, as a precaution when closing, it stops at the three-quarters closed positon before fully closing. Therefore, release the switch and then push it again to close it completely.

The sun shade can be opened or closed manually. However, if you open the moon roof, the sun shade will be opened together with the moon roof.

CAUTION

To avoid serious personal injury, you must do the following.  While the vehicle is moving, al-

ways keep the head, hands and other parts of the body of all occupants away from the roof opening. Otherwise, you could be seriously injured if the vehicle stops suddenly or if the vehicle is involve in an accident.

 Always make sure nobody places

his/her head, hands and other parts of the body in the roof opening before you close the roof. If someone’s neck, head or hands get caught in the closing roof, it could result in a serious injury. When anyone closes the roof, first make sure it is safe to do so.

 Never leave small children alone in

the vehicle, especially with the ignition key still inserted. They could use the moon roof switches and get trapped in the roof opening. Unattended children can become involved in serious accidents.

 Never sit on top of the vehicle

around the roof opening.

Part 1

OPERATION OF INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS—

Chapter 1-3 Seats, Seat belts, Steering wheel and Mirrors

 Seats  Front seats  Rear seats  Head restraints  Seat belts  SRS airbags  Child restraint  Tilt steering wheel  Outside rear view mirrors  Anti-glare inside rear view mir-

ror

 Vanity mirrors

Seats

While the vehicle is being driven, all vehicle occupants should have the seatback upright, sit wel l back in the seat and properly wear the seat belt provided.

CAUTION

 Do not drive unless the occupants

are properly seated. Do not allow sitting on top of a folded-down seatback, or in the luggage compartment. Persons not properly seated and not properly restrained by seatbelts can be severely injured in the event of emergency braking or a collision.

 During driving, do not allow pas-

sengers to stand up or move around between seats. Severe injuries can occur in the event of emergency braking or a collision.

Adjust the driver’s seat so that the foor pedals, steering wheel and instrument panel controls are within easy reach of the driver.

Front seats— —Seat adjustment precautions

CAUTION

 Adjustments should not be made

while the vehicle is moving, as the seat may unexpectedly move and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

 When adjusting the seat, be careful

not to hit the seat against a passenger or luggage.

 After adjusting the seat position,

try sliding it forward and backward to make sure it is locked in position.

 After adjusting the seatback, exert

body pressure to make sure it is locked in position.

 Do not put objects under the seats

as they may interfere with the seatlock mechanism or unexpectedly push up the seat position adjusting lever; the seat may suddenly move, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

 While adjustin g t h e seat, do not put

your hands under the seat or near the moving parts. You may catch and injure your hands or fingers.

—Adjusting front seats (manual type)

ADJUSTING SEAT POSITION Pull the lock release lever up. Then

slide the seat to the desired position with slight body pressure and release the lever.

ADJUSTING SEATBACK ANGLE Lean forward and pull the lock release

lever. Then lean back to the desired angle and release the lever.

CAUTION

To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision, avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed. The seat belts provide maximum protection in a frontal or rear collision when the driver and the passenger are sitting up straight and well back in the seats. If you are reclined, the lap belt may slide past your hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen. Therefore, in the event of a frontal collision, the risk of personal injury may increase with increasing recline of the seatback.

—Adjusting front seats (power type)

ADJUSTING SEAT POSITION Move the control switch to the desired

direction.

Releasing the switch will stop the move in that position.

Do not place anything under the front seats. It might interfere with the seat movement.

ADJUSTING SEATBACK ANGLE Move the control switch to the desired

direction.

Releasing the switch will stop the move in that position.

CAUTION

To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision, avoid reclining the seatback any more than needed. The seat belts provide maximum protection when the driver and the passenger are sitting up straight and well back in the seats. I f you are reclined, the lap belt may slide past your hips and apply restraint forces directly to the abdomen. Therefore, in the event of a formal collision, the risk of personal injury may increase with increasing r ecline of the seatback.

ADJUSTING SEAT CUSHION ANGLE AND HEIGHT

Move the control switch to the desired direction.

Releasing the switch will stop the move in that position.

ADJUSTING DRIVER’S SEAT LUMBER SUPPORT

Releasing the s w i tch will stop the move in that position.

ADJUSTING DRIVER’S SEAT SIDE SUPPORT

Turn the knob either way.

Rear seats— —Rear seat precautions

To fold or remove the rear seats, operate the seats as illustrated below. Reverse the porcedure to return them. Be sure to follow every indicated step exactly.

CAUTION

 Any operations should not be

made while the vehicle is moving.

 When fastening the holding strap

to secure the seat, adjust the strap length so that the seat will not swing back (1)

 When retruning seats to their origi-

nal position: Make sure the seat belts are not twisted or caught under the seat

and are arranged in their proper position for ready use. Make sure the seat is securely locked by pushing forward and rearward on the top of the seatback or by trying to pull up the edge of the bottom cushion.

Folding up or removing the seats will enlarge the luggage compartment. See “Luggage stowage precautions” in Part 2 for precautions to observe in loading luggage.

—Folding second seat up

—Folding second seat up (manual type)

(manual type)

—Folding second seat up

—Folding second seat up (power type)

(power type)

—Folding second seat for

—Folding second seat for third seat entry (manual type)

third seat entry (manual type)

—Folding second seat for third seat entry (power type) —Folding third seat up

—Removing third seat

Head restraints (vertically adjustable type)

CAUTION

 Adjust the top of t h e head restraint

so that it is closest to the top of your ears.

 After adjusting the head restraint,

make sure it is locked in position.

 Do not drive with the head re-

straints removed.

Head restraints (vertically and longitudinally adjustable type)

To raise the head restraint, pull it up. To lower it, press the lock release but-

ton and push the head restraint down.

The head restraint is most effective when it is close to your head. Therefore, using a cushion on the seatback is not recommended.

To raise the head restraint, pull it up. To lower it, press the lock release but-

ton and push the head restraint forward, pull on the top.

Pulling the top of the head restraint as far as it can go will return it to the upright position.

The head restraint is most effective when it is close to your head. Therefore, using a cushion on the seatback is not recommended.

CAUTION

 Adjust the top of t h e head restraint

so that it is closest to the top of your ears.

 After adjusting the head restraint,

make sure it is locked in position.

 Do not drive with the head re-

straints removed.

Seat belts— —Seat belt precautions

Toyota strongly urges that the driver and passengers in the vehicle be properly restrained at all times with the seat belts provided. Failure to do so could increase the chance of injury and/or the severity of the injury in accidents.

Child. Use the child restraint system appropriate for the child until the child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belts. See “Child restraint” for details.

If a child is too large for a child restraint system, the child should sit in the rear seat and must be restrained using the vehicle’s seat belt. According to accident statistics, the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.

If a child must sit in the front seat, the seat belts should be worn properly. If an accident occurs and the seat belts are not worn properly, the force of the rapid inflation of the airbag may cause serious injury to the child.

Do not allow the child to stand up or kneel on either rear or front seats. An unrestrained child could suffer serious injury during emergency braking or a collision. Also do not let the child sit on your lap. It does not provide sufficient restraint.

If the shoulder belt falls across the child’s neck or face, move the child to the center position and use the center lap belt.

Pregnant woman. Toyota recommends the use of a seat belt. Ask your doctor for specific recommendations. The lap belt should be worn securely and as low as possible over the hips and not on the waist.

Injured person. Toyota recommends the use of a seat belt. Depending on the injury , first check with your doctor for specific recommendations.

CAUTION

 Adjust the top of the head restraint

so that it is closest to the top of your ears.

 After adjusting the head restraint,

make sure it is locked in position.

 Do not drive with the head re-

straints removed.

Seat belts— —Seat belt precautions

Child. Use the child restraint system appropriate for the child until the child becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seat belts. See “Child restraint” for details.

If the shoulder belt falls across the child’s neck or face, move the child to the center position and use the center lap belt.

Pregnant woman. Toyota recommends the use of a seat belt. Ask your doctor for specific recommendations. The lap belt should be worn securely and as low as possible over the hips and not on the waist.

Injured person. Toyota recommends the use of a seat belt. Depending on the injury , first check with your doctor for specific recommendations.

—Front and rear outside (second and third seats) seat belts

CAUTION

Persons should ride in their seats properly wearing their seat belts whenever the vehicle is moving. Otherwise, they are much more likely to suffer serious bodily injury in the event of sudden braking or a collision. When using the seat belts, observe the following:  Use the belt for only one person at

a time. Do not use a single belt for two or more people—even children.

 Avoid reclining the seatbacks too

much. The seat belts provide maximum protection when the seatbacks are in the upright position. (Refer to the seat adjustment instructions.)

 Be careful not to damage the belt

webbing or hardware. Take care that they do not get caught or pinched in the seat or doors.

 Inspect the belt system periodical-

ly. Check for cuts, fraying, and loose parts. Damaged parts should be replaced. Do not disassemble or modify the system

 Keep the belts clean and dry. If they

need cleaning, use a mild soap solution or lukewarm water. Never use bleach, dye, or abrasive cleaners—they may severely weaken the belts.

 Replace the belt assembly (includ-

ing bolts) If it has been used in a s e vere impact. The entire assembly should be replaced even if damage is not obvious.

Adjust the seat as needed (front seats only) and sit up straight and well back in the seat. To fasten your belt, pull it out of the retractor and insert the tab into the buckle.

You will hear a click when the tab locks into the buckle.

The seat belt length automatically adjusts to your size and the seat position.

The retractor will lock the belt during a sudden stop or on impact. It also may lock if you lean forward too quickly. A slow, easy motion will allow the belt to extend, and you can move around freely.

If the seat belt cannot be pulled out of the retractor, firmly pull the belt and release it. You will then be able to smoothly pull the belt out of the retractor.

When a passenger’s shoulder belt is completely extended and is then retracted even slightly, the belt is locked in that position and cannot be extended. This feature is used to hold the child restraint system securely . (F o r d e t a i l s , see “Child restraint” in this chapter.) To free the belt again, fully retract the belt and then pull the belt out once more.

CAUTION

 After inserting the tab, make sure

the tab and buckle are locked and that the belt is not twisted.

 Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in

the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle.

 If the seat belt does not function

normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from injury.

If your vehicle is equipped with an adjustable shoulder anchor, adjust its position to your size.

To raise the anchor position, push the button of the anchor up. To lower the anchor position, pinch the lock release buttons and slide the anchor down. After the adjustment, make sure the anchor is locked in position.

CAUTION

Always make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of your shoulder. The belt should be kept away from your neck, but not falling off your shoulder. Failure to do so could reduce the amount of protection in an accident and cause severe injures in a collision.

CAUTION

 High-positioned lap belts and

loose-fitting belts both could increase the chance of injury due to sliding under the lap belt during collision. Keep the lap belt as low on your hip bone as possible.

 For your safety, do not place the

shoulder belt under your arm.

Adjust the position of the lap and shoulder belts

Position the lap belt as low as possible on your hips—not your waist, then adjust it to a snug fit by pulling the shoulder portion upward through the latch plate.

To release the belt, press the bucklerelease button and allow the belt to retract.

If the belt does not retract smoothly, pull it out and check for kinks or twists. Then make sure it remains untwisted as it retracts.

—Rear center seat belt

Sit up straight and well back in the seat. To fasten your belt, insert the tab into the buckle.

You will hear a click when the tab locks into the buckle.

If the belt is not long enough for you, hold the tab at a right angle to the belt and pull on the tab.

CAUTION

 After inserting the tab, make sure

the tab and buckle are locked and that the belt is not twisted.

 Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in

the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle.

 If the seat belt does not function

normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from injury.

Remove excess length of the belt and adjust the belt position.

To shorten the belt, pull the free end of the belt.

Position the lap belt as low as possible on your hips—not on your waist, then adjust it to a snug fit.

CAUTION

High-positioned and loose-fitting lap belts could cause severe injuries due to sliding under the lap belt during a collision. Keep the lap belt positioned as low on hips as possible.

To release the belt, press the bucklerelease button.

—Seat belt extender

If your seat belt cannot be fastened securely because it is not long enough, a personalized seat belt extender is available from your Toyota dealer free of charge. Please contact your local Toyota dealer so that the dealer can order the proper required length for the extender. Bring the heaviest coat you expect to wear for proper measurement and selection of length. Additional ordering information is available at yout Toyota dealer.

CAUTION

When using the seat belt extender, observe the following. Failure to follow these instructions could result in less effectiveness of the seat belt restraint system in case of vehicle accident, increasing the chance of personal injury.  Never use the seat belt extender if

you can fasten the seat belt without it.

 Remember that the extender pro-

vided for you may not be safe when used on a different vehicle, or for another person or at a different seating position than the one originally intended for.

To connect the extender to the seat belt, insert the tab into the seat belt buckle so that the “PRESS” signs on the buckle-release buttons of the extender and the seat belt are both facing outward as shown.

You will hear a click when the tab locks into the buckle.

When releasing the seatbelt, press on the buckle-release button on the extender, not on the seat belt. This helps prevent damage to the vehicle interior and extender itself.

When not in use, remove the extender and store in the vehicle for future use.

CAUTION

 After inserting the tab, make sure

the tab and buckle are locked and that the seat belt extender is not twisted.

 Do not insert coins, clips, etc. in

the buckle as this may prevent you from properly latching the tab and buckle.

 If the seat belt does not function

normally, immediately contact your Toyota dealer. Do not use the seat until the seat belt is fixed. It cannot protect an adult occupant or your child from injury.

SRS airbags

The SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) airbags are designed to provide further protection to the driver and front passenger when added to the primary protection provided by the seat belts.

In response to a severe frontal impact, the SRS airbags work together with the seat belt to help preventing or reduce injury by inflating, in order to decrease the likelihood of the driver’s or front passenger’s head or chest directly hitting the steering wheel or dashboard. The passenger airbag is activated even with no passenger in the front seat.

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