Toyota Land Cruiser 2008 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Before driving

When driving

Interior

features

Maintenance

and care

When trouble

arises

Vehicle

specifications

Adjusting and operating features such as door locks, mirrors, and steering column.

Driving, stopping and safe−driving information.

Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in− terior features for a comfortable driving experience.

Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do−it− yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.

What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire, or is involved in an accident.

Detailed vehicle information.

For U.S.

owners

Index

Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners.

Alphabetical listing of information contained in this manual.

TABLE OF CONTENTS Index

Before driving

1−1. Key information .................. 24

Keys ..................................... 24

1−6. Theft deterrent system ....... 93

Engine immobilizer

system ................................ 93

Alarm .................................... 97

Theft prevention labels ......... 99

1−2. Opening, closing and

locking the doors ............. 26

Smart key system................. 26

Wireless remote control ....... 40

Side doors ............................ 43

Back door ............................. 48

1−3. Adjustable components

(seats, mirrors, steering

wheel) ................................ 51

Front seats ........................... 51

Rear seats ............................ 53

Driving position memory

system................................ 62

Head restraints ..................... 65

Seat belts ............................. 69

Steering wheel ..................... 77

Inside rear view mirror.......... 79

Outside rear view mirrors ..... 80

1−4. Opening and closing the

windows and moon

roof .................................... 83

Power windows .................... 83

Moon roof ............................. 86

1−5. Refueling ............................. 89

Opening the fuel tank cap .... 89

1−7. Safety information ............ 100

Correct driving posture ....... 100

SRS airbags ....................... 102

Front passenger occupant

classification system......... 117

Child restraint systems ....... 123

Installing child restraints ..... 127

When driving

2−1. Driving procedures........... 140

Driving the vehicle .............. 140

Engine (ignition) switch....... 149

Automatic transmission ...... 153

Turn signal lever ................. 158

Parking brake ..................... 159

2−2. Instrument cluster ............ 160

Gauges and meters ............ 160

Indicators and warning

lights ................................. 163

Multi−information display ..... 166

2−3. Operating the lights and

wipers .............................. 170

Headlight switch ................. 170

Fog light switch ................... 172

Windshield wipers and

washer .............................. 173

Rear window wiper and

washer .............................. 176

Headlight cleaner switch ..... 177

2−4. Using other driving

systems ........................... 178

Cruise control...................... 178

Toyota park assist

system .............................. 181

Four−wheel drive system..... 190

Crawl control ....................... 197

Driving assist systems ........ 201

Pre−Collision System........... 208

2−5. Driving information........... 209

Off−road precautions ........... 209

Cargo and luggage ............. 214

Vehicle load limits ............... 221

Winter driving tips ............... 222

Trailer towing ...................... 227

Dinghy towing ..................... 239

Interior features

3−1. Using the air

conditioning system

and defogger ................... 242

Front air conditioning

system .............................. 242

Rear air conditioning

system .............................. 252

Rear window and outside

rear view mirror

defoggers.......................... 256

Windshield wiper de−icer..... 257

3−2. Using the audio system ... 258

Audio system type .............. 258

Using the radio ................... 260

Using the CD player ........... 265

Playing back MP3 and

WMA discs ....................... 273

Optimal use of the audio

system.............................. 280

Using the AUX adapter....... 282

Using the steering

switches ........................... 283

3−3. Using the rear seat

entertainment system .... 285

Rear seat entertainment

system features................ 285

Using the radio ................... 292

Using the DVD changer...... 293

Playing an audio CD/CD

text ................................... 294

Playing WMA/MP3 discs .... 295

Playing DVD video/audio.... 296

Playing a video CD............. 310

DVD player and DVD video

disc information ................ 314

Using the video mode......... 321

Changing other settings ..... 323

3−4. Using the interior lights ... 325

Interior lights list ................. 325

S Interior lights..................... 326

S Personal lights.................. 327

3−5. Using the interior lights ... 328

List of storage features....... 328

S Glove box ......................... 329

S Console box/cool box ....... 330

S Overhead console ............ 332

TABLE OF CONTENTS Index

S Cup holders ...................... 333

S Bottle holders ................... 334

S Card holders and

auxiliary box ..................... 336

3−6. Other interior features ..... 337

Sun visors .......................... 337

Vanity mirror ....................... 338

Clock .................................. 339

Outside temperature

display .............................. 340

Ashtrays ............................. 341

Cigarette lighter .................. 343

Power outlets ..................... 344

Seat heaters ....................... 346

Armrest............................... 348

Floor mats .......................... 349

Luggage compartment

features ............................ 350

Garage door opener ........... 352

Maintenance and care

4−2. Maintenance ...................... 365

Maintenance

requirements .................... 365

General maintenance ......... 367

Emission inspection and

maintenance (I/M)

programs .......................... 370

4−3. Do−it−yourself

maintenance ................... 371

Do−it−yourself service

precautions ....................... 371

Hood ................................... 374

Engine compartment .......... 375

Tires.................................... 391

Tire inflation pressure ......... 401

Wheels................................ 405

Air conditioning filter ........... 407

Electronic key battery ......... 410

Checking and replacing

fuses ................................. 413

Light bulbs .......................... 426

4−1. Maintenance and care...... 360

Cleaning and protecting

the vehicle exterior ........... 360

Cleaning and protecting

the vehicle interior ............ 362

When trouble arises

5−1. Essential information ....... 440

If your vehicle needs to be

towed ................................ 440

If you think something is

wrong................................ 445

Fuel pump shut off

system .............................. 446

Event data recorder ............ 447

5−2. Steps to take in an

emergency....................... 449

If a warning light turns on

or a warning sounds... ...... 449

If a warning message is

displayed........................... 460

If you have a flat tire............ 463

If the engine will not start .... 476

If the shift lever cannot be

shifted from P.................... 478

If you lose your keys ........... 479

If you cannot operate

back door opener.............. 480

If the electronic key does

not operate properly.......... 481

If the battery is

discharged ........................ 484

If your vehicle overheats ..... 488

If the vehicle becomes

stuck ................................. 491

Vehicle specifications

For U.S. owners

Reporting safety defects for

U.S. owners...................... 526

Index

Abbreviation list ............... 528

Alphabetical index............ 530

What to do if...................... 538

6−1. Specifications.................... 494

Maintenance data (fuel,

oil level, etc.)..................... 494

Fuel information .................. 504

Tire information ................... 507

6−2. Customization ................... 519

Customizable features ........ 519

6−3. Initialization ....................... 523

Items to initialize ................. 523

Pictorial index

Exterior

Headlights (low beam)

P. 170

P. 374

Hood

Headlights (high beam)

P. 170

Windshield wipers

Moon roof

P. 173

P. 86

Outside rear view mirrors

P. 80

Parking lights

P. 170

Front side marker lights

Front turn signal lights

Fog lights

P. 170

P. 158

P. 172

Tail lights

P. 170

Rear window defogger

P. 256

Roof luggage carrier

Side door

P. 43

Tires

l Rotation l Replacement l Inflation pressure l

Information

P. 214

P. 391

P. 463

P. 401

P. 507

Rear window wiper

Fuel filler door

License plate lights

Back door

Rear turn signal lights

P. 176

P. 89

P. 170

P. 48

P. 158

: If equipped

Pictorial index

Interior

Seat belt

P. 69

Power window switch

Ashtray

P. 83

P. 341

Head restraint

SRS driver airbag

P. 65

P. 102

SRS front passenger

airbag

P. 102

Armrest

Rear seat

P. 348

P. 53

Rear seat entertainment

P. 285

system

Rear air conditioning controls

P. 252

Glove box

Front seat

SRS side airbag

Console box

Cool box

Floor mat

P. 349

ITYPC033

P. 329

P. 51

P. 102

P. 330

Personal lights

Interior light

P. 327

P. 326

Rear seat entertainment

system

Interior light

P. 285

P. 326

Garage door opener switches

Moon roof switches

Overhead console

SRS curtain shield airbag

Personal lights

Interior light

P. 352

P. 86

P. 332

P. 102

P. 327

P. 326

ITYPC034

Sun visor

Anti−glare inside rear view mirror

Vanity mirror

P. 337

P. 79

P. 338

: If equipped

Pictorial index

Interior

Driving position memory switches

Door lock switch

Power window switches

P. 83

Window lock switch

P. 62

P. 43

ITYPC005

P. 83

Power outlet

Cigarette lighter

AUX adapter

P. 344

P. 282

P. 343

Ashtray

Shift lever

Seat heater switches

S−D

−

ITYPC035

Crawl Control switch

ECT switch

Shift lock override button

Parking brake lever

P. 341

P. 153

P. 346

P. 197

P. 154

P. 478

P. 159

Pictorial index

Instrument panel

Headlight switch Turn signal lever Fog light switch

P. 170

P. 158

P. 172

Audio remote controls (steering switches)

Gauges and meters

Multi−information display

Windshield wipers and washer switch

Rear window wiper and washer switch

P. 283

P. 160

P. 166

P. 173

P. 176

SRS knee airbags

P. 102

Tire pressure warning reset switch

Hood opener

P. 391

P. 374

Fuel filler door opener

Bottle holder

P. 334

Cup holders

P. 89

Glove box

P. 329

ITYPC036

P. 333

Without navigation system

Front passenger AIR BAG ON and AIR BAG OFF indicator

Audio system

P. 117

P. 258

Clock

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CD IN

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RAND RPT

SCAN

AM−GAT

P. 339

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PLDGNP

DISCR

AUX TRAF

TYPERDISC

Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light

P. 452

Security indicator

P. 93

light

Emergency flasher switch

Air conditioning system

P. 242

Rear window defogger switch

P. 256

Windshield wiper

ITYPC037

de−icer switch

P. 257

Rear air conditioning control switch

P. 252

: If equipped

Pictorial index

With navigation system

Instrument panel

Clock

Front passenger AIR BAG ON and AIR BAG OFF indicator

Navigation system*

Security indicator

P. 93

light

Emergency flasher switch

P. 117

SECURITY

PWR·VOL

SEEK−TRACK

VOICE

DEST

DISP

INFO

AUDIO

CLIMATE

Audio system*

P. 339

SAT

4 DISC OF OWNER

FMn TAPE

LOGIC CONTROL DECK

Outside temperature display

P. 340

Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light

Air conditioning system

LOAD

DISC·AUX

TUNE·FILE

CH−DISC

SCAN

ITYPC038

Rear window defogger switch

P. 452

Without navigation system

With navigation system

DISP switch

Cruise control switch

Telephone switch* Talk switch*

DISP switch

Cruise control switch

P. 166

P. 178

: If equipped

*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

Pictorial index

Instrument panel

Center differential lock/unlock

switch

P. 190

Engine (ignition) switch

VSC OFF switch

Four−wheel drive control switch

P. 201

P. 149

P. 190

Outside rear view mirror control switches

Instrument panel light control knob

Odometer/trip meter and trip meter reset button

P. 160

Tilt and telescopic steering control switch

Roll sensing of curtain shield airbags off switch

Card holder

Toyota park assist system switch

Power outlet main switch

Headlight cleaner switch

P. 256

P. 161

P. 77

P. 116

P. 336

P. 181

P. 344

P. 177

: If equipped

For your information

Main Owner’s Manual

Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, including options. Therefore, you may find some explana− tions 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 out notice.

make changes at any time with−

Depending on specificati differ from your vehicle in terms of equipment.

Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota

A wide variety of non−genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota vehicles are currently available in Toyota does not warrant these prod ucts and is not responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Toyota vehi− cle.

This vehicle should not be modi ucts. Modification with non−genuine Toyota products could affect its performance, safety or durability regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under warranty.

ons, the vehicle shown in the illustration may

the market. You should know that

fied with non−genuine Toyota prod−

, and may even violate governmental

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/sequential multiport fuel injection system, cruise control sys− tem, anti−lock brake system, SRS airbag system and seat belt preten− sioner system, be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.

Unwanted noise may occur in the reception of the mobile two−way radio.

Scrapping of your Toyota

The SRS airbag and seat belt pret ensioner devices in your Toyota contain explosive chemic als. If the vehicle is scrapped with the air− bags 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 remov

ed 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 components may include airbag, seat

belt pretensioners, and wire−

less remote control batteries.

CAUTION

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 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.

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, the moon roof, or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat build−up or vehicle can be fatal to children.

an accident that will hurt or kill you,

extremely cold temperatures inside the

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.

Safety symbol

Throughout this manual, you will also see the symbol of a cir− cle with a slash through it. This means “Do not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen”.

1−1. Key information

Keys

The following keys are provided with the vehicle.

Electronic keys

S Operating the smart key

S Operating the wireless

Mechanical keys

Key number plate

system (

remote control function (

P. 40)

P. 26)

Using the mechanical key

1−1. Key information

Take out the mechanical key.

After using the mechanical key, store 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)

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 at your Toyota dealer using the key number plate. (

P. 479)

NOTICE

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.

Do not expose the keys to electromagnetic materials or attach any mate−

rial that blocks electromagnetic waves to the key surface.

Do not disassemble the electronic key.

Before driving

1−2. Opening, closing and locking the doors

Smart key system

The following operations can be pe rformed simply by carrying the electronic key on your person, for example in your pocket.

Locks and unlocks the side doors ( P. 27)

Locks and unlocks the back door ( P. 48)

Starts and stops the engine (

P. 149)

ITY12C002

1−2. Opening, closing and locking the doors

Locking and unlocking the side doors

Press the lock button to lock the door.

ITY12C008

Grip the handle to unlock the door.

ITY12C009

Before driving

Make sure to touch the sensor on the back of the handle.

The door cannot be unlocked for 3 seconds after the door is locked.

Locking and unlocking the back door

Press the lock button to lock the back door.

1−2. Opening, closing and locking the doors

Antenna location

3 2 1 2 12

Press the unlock button to unlock the back door.

Antennas outside cabin

Antennas inside cabin

Antenna outside luggage com− partment

ITY12C019

1−2. Opening, closing and locking the doors

Effective range (areas within which the electronic key is

detected)

When locking or unlock− ing the doors

The system can be oper− ated when the electronic key is within about 2.3 ft. (0.7 m) of an outside door handle.

When starting the engine or changing “ENGINE START STOP” switch modes

The system can be oper− ated when the electronic key is inside the vehicle.

Before driving

1−2. Opening, closing and locking the doors

Operation signals

A buzzer sounds and the emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors have been locked/unlocked. (Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice)

n Door lock buzzer

If a door is not fully closed, a buzzer sounds continuously if an attempt to lock the door is made. Fully close the door to stop the buzzer, and lock the vehicle once more.

Conditions affecting operation

The smart key system uses weak radio waves. In the following situations, 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

When the electronic key battery is depleted

Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis−

play, airport or other facility that

P. 481)

generates strong radio waves or electri−

cal noise

l When carrying a portable radio, ce llular phone, cordless phone or other

wireless communication devices

When the electronic key has come into contact with, or is covered by a

metallic object

When multiple electronic keys are in the vicinity

When carrying or using the electronic key together with the following

devices that emit radio waves

S Another vehicle’s electronic key S A wireless key that emits radio waves S Personal computer

If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to

the rear window

1−2. Opening, closing and locking the doors

Switching the door unlock function

If it is possible to set which doors the entry function unlocks.

STEP 1

STEP 2

Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF.

When the indicator on the key surface is turned off, press and hold

, or for approximately 5 seconds while pressing

on the key.

The setting changes each time an operation is preformed, as shown below. (When changing the setting continuously, release the buttons, wait for at least 5 seconds, and repeat step 2.)

Before driving

Multi−information

display

Unlocking function Beep

Hold the driver’s door han− dle to unlock only the driver’s door.

Hold either door handle to unlock all doors.

Exterior: Beeps three times Interior: Pings once

Exterior: Beeps twice Interior: Pings once

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