Toyota 2008 FJ Cruiser User manual

2008
Quick Reference Guide

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INDEX
Engine maintenance 7
Fuel tank door release and cap 6
Hood release 7
Indicator symbols 4-5
Instrument cluster 4
Instrument panel 2-3
Keyless entry16
Accessory meter 13
Air Conditioning/Heating 16
Audio 14-15
Auto LSD (Limited Slip Differential) 18
Automatic Transmission 8
Bottle holders-Rear seat 19
Clock 16
Cruise control 17
Cup holders 18
Door-Back 13
Four-wheel drive 9
Intuitive parking assist 17
Light control-Instrument panel 17
Lights1& turn signals 12
Manual Transmission 8
Parking brake 10
Power outlet-12V DC 19
Power outlet-115V AC 19
Seat adjustments-Front 10
Seats-Folding rear seats 11
Seats-Head restraints 10
Seats-Removing rear seats 11
Tilt steering wheel 8
Windows 13
Windshield wipers & washers 12
Door locks 20
Seat belts 20
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor 20
Spare tire & tools 21
Tire Pressure Warning System 21
OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND
EMERGENCY FEATURES
1Visit your Toyota dealer for information on this and other customizable
options.

OVERVIEW
Instrument panel
2
Power rearview mirror controls*
Instrument panel light control
Headlight and turn signal control
Wiper and washer controls
Back window defogger button
Emergency flasher button
Audio system
Clock
Front passenger occupant classification indicator
Front passenger seat belt reminder light
Air Conditioning controls
Rear differential lock button*
Active traction control switch*
Sub woofer ON-OFF button*
Power outlet
AUX audio jack
Steering wheel
controls (if equipped)

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OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Intuitive parking assist switch*
Power outlet main switch
“AUTO LSD” button*
Ignition
Cruise control*
Hood release
Clutch start cancel switch*
Volume control switch (for audio)*
“ ” button (for audio)*
“MODE” button (for audio)*
* If equipped
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OVERVIEW
Indicator symbols
Instrument cluster
4
Tachometer
Service indicators and reminder
Speedometer
Voltmeter
Automatic Transmission indicator
Engine coolant temperature
Fuel gauge
Trip meter reset knob
Odometer and two trip meters
•Vehicle Stability Control warning1
•“AUTO LSD” warning1
•Traction Control warning1
•Active Traction Control warning1
Battery warning1
Low engine oil pressure warning1
Brake system warning1
Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1
Engine oil replacement reminder1
Driver/Front passenger seat belt reminder1
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph)
1For details, refer to “If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds” Section 5-2,
2008 Owner’s Manual.
2 For details, see “Rear differential lock system,” Section 2-4, 2008 Owner’s Manual.

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OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Automatic Transmission indicator
Front passenger occupant classification indicator
Turn signal indicator
Four-wheel drive indicator3
Rear differential lock indicator2
Center differential lock indicator3
Slip indicator
Vehicle Stability Control “OFF” indicator
Active Traction Control System indicator
“AUTO LSD” indicator
Cruise Control indicator4
Automatic Transmission fluid temperature
warning1
Unengaged “Park” warning1
Airbag SRS warning1
Headlight high beam indicator
Anti-lock Brake System warning1
Open door warning1
3If this light flashes, refer to “Four-wheel drive system,” Section 2-4, 2008 Owner’s Manual.
4If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control,” Section 2-4, 2008 Owner’s Manual.
Low Tire Pressure Warning1
Engine immobilizer system indicator
Low fuel level warning1

OVERVIEW
Fuel tank door release and cap
6
Pull Tu r n
Hang NOTE: Tighten
until one click is
heard. If the cap is
not tightened
enough, Check
Engine “ ”
indicator may
illuminate.
Keyless entry (if equipped)
Beep sound can be switched “ON” or “OFF” by customer. Refer to the
Owner’s Manual for more details.
NOTE: After unlocking, if a door is
not opened within 60 seconds, all
doors will relock for safety.
Panic button
NU
KCOL
KCOL
C
IN
A
P
Locking operation Unlocking operation
Push
Push and hold
Push ONCE: Driver door
TWICE: All doors

Hood release
7
OVERVIEW FEATURES/OPERATIONS SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
Pull Pull up latch
and raise
hood
Windshield and back window washer fluid tank
Power steering fluid reservoir
Engine oil level dipstick
Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil filler cap
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
Supplement.”
Engine maintenance

FEATURES/OPERATIONS
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Automatic Transmission
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 “D” position.
Park1
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
Third gear
Second gear
First gear
P
R
N
D
4
3
2
L
Fourth gear
Manual Transmission
For safety, the engine will not start unless the clutch pedal is FULLY
depressed. This function can be cancelled by pushing the “Clutch start
cancel switch.”
Tilt steering wheel
Hold the steering wheel, pull the lock release lever, tilt to the desired
angle and release the lever.
Note: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.
1 The key must be in the “ON” position and the brake pedal depressed
to shift from “Park.”