Owners Manual
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... Keyless entry1 Accessory meter Air Conditioning/Heating Audio Auto LSD (Limited Slip Differential) Automatic Transmission Bottle holders-Rear seat Clock Cruise control Cup holders Door-Back Four-wheel drive Intuitive parking assist Light control-Instrument panel Lights1 & turn signals Manual Transmission Parking brake Power outlet-12V DC Power outlet-115V AC Seat adjustments-Front Seats-Folding rear seats Seats-Head restraints Seats-Removing rear seats Tilt steering wheel Windows Windshield wipers & washers Door locks Seat belts Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor Spare tire & tools Tire Pressure...
... Keyless entry1 Accessory meter Air Conditioning/Heating Audio Auto LSD (Limited Slip Differential) Automatic Transmission Bottle holders-Rear seat Clock Cruise control Cup holders Door-Back Four-wheel drive Intuitive parking assist Light control-Instrument panel Lights1 & turn signals Manual Transmission Parking brake Power outlet-12V DC Power outlet-115V AC Seat adjustments-Front Seats-Folding rear seats Seats-Head restraints Seats-Removing rear seats Tilt steering wheel Windows Windshield wipers & washers Door locks Seat belts Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor Spare tire & tools Tire Pressure...
Owners Manual
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... Voltmeter Automatic Transmission indicator Engine coolant temperature Fuel gauge Trip meter reset knob Odometer and two trip meters Indicator symbols Brake system warning1 Driver/Front passenger seat belt reminder1 (alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph) Battery warning1 Low engine oil pressure warning1 Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1 Engine oil replacement reminder1 •Vehicle Stability Control warning1 •"AUTO LSD" warning1 •Traction Control warning1 •Active Traction Control warning1 1 For details, refer to "If a warning light turns...
... Voltmeter Automatic Transmission indicator Engine coolant temperature Fuel gauge Trip meter reset knob Odometer and two trip meters Indicator symbols Brake system warning1 Driver/Front passenger seat belt reminder1 (alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph) Battery warning1 Low engine oil pressure warning1 Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1 Engine oil replacement reminder1 •Vehicle Stability Control warning1 •"AUTO LSD" warning1 •Traction Control warning1 •Active Traction Control warning1 1 For details, refer to "If a warning light turns...
Owners Manual
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... Front seats ...Rear seats...Head restraints ...Seat belts ...Steering wheel ...Anti-glare inside rear view mirror...Outside rear view mirrors ...43 44 49 51 57 58 59 2-1. TABLE OF CONTENTS Index 1 Before driving Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.)...70 1-7. Opening, closing the windows ...62 Power windows ...62 1-5. Instrument cluster ...124 Gauges and meters ...124 Indicators and warning lights ...127 Accessory meter...130 2-3. Driving procedures...104 Driving the vehicle ...Engine (ignition) switch...Automatic Transmission ...Manual Transmission ...Turn signal lever ...Parking brake...
... Front seats ...Rear seats...Head restraints ...Seat belts ...Steering wheel ...Anti-glare inside rear view mirror...Outside rear view mirrors ...43 44 49 51 57 58 59 2-1. TABLE OF CONTENTS Index 1 Before driving Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.)...70 1-7. Opening, closing the windows ...62 Power windows ...62 1-5. Instrument cluster ...124 Gauges and meters ...124 Indicators and warning lights ...127 Accessory meter...130 2-3. Driving procedures...104 Driving the vehicle ...Engine (ignition) switch...Automatic Transmission ...Manual Transmission ...Turn signal lever ...Parking brake...
Owners Manual
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... system ...148 AUTO LSD system (2WD models) ...150 Rear differential lock system ...152 Clutch start cancel switch (vehicles with a manual transmission) ...155 Driving assist systems ...156 2-5. Driving information...160 Off-road precautions ...Cargo and luggage ...Vehicle load limits ...Winter driving tips ...Trailer towing ...Dinghy towing ...160 165 168 169 172 182 3-2. Other interior features ...235 3 Interior features 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger...184 Air conditioning system ...184 Rear window defogger ...190 Sun visors...Vanity mirror ...Clock ...Outside...
... system ...148 AUTO LSD system (2WD models) ...150 Rear differential lock system ...152 Clutch start cancel switch (vehicles with a manual transmission) ...155 Driving assist systems ...156 2-5. Driving information...160 Off-road precautions ...Cargo and luggage ...Vehicle load limits ...Winter driving tips ...Trailer towing ...Dinghy towing ...160 165 168 169 172 182 3-2. Other interior features ...235 3 Interior features 3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger...184 Air conditioning system ...184 Rear window defogger ...190 Sun visors...Vanity mirror ...Clock ...Outside...
Owners Manual
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... vehicle or a vehicle with any new power train components (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearings, etc.) to be inflated according to any federal, state/provincial or local regulations. l All trailer lights work each time you connect them. Do not drive if the vehicle is securely loaded. l Check that your rear view mirrors conform to the trailer manufacturer's recommendation. n Break-in schedule l Toyota recommends that your vehicle's tires are met: l Ensure that you tow a trailer, your vehicle...
... vehicle or a vehicle with any new power train components (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearings, etc.) to be inflated according to any federal, state/provincial or local regulations. l All trailer lights work each time you connect them. Do not drive if the vehicle is securely loaded. l Check that your rear view mirrors conform to the trailer manufacturer's recommendation. n Break-in schedule l Toyota recommends that your vehicle's tires are met: l Ensure that you tow a trailer, your vehicle...
Owners Manual
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... replaced) of transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, radio and heater, to the extent that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Glossary of tire terminology Tire related term Cold tire inflation pressure Meaning Tire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for a tire that these items are available as factory-installed equipment (whether installed or not) The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning...
... replaced) of transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, radio and heater, to the extent that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Glossary of tire terminology Tire related term Cold tire inflation pressure Meaning Tire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for a tire that these items are available as factory-installed equipment (whether installed or not) The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning...
Owners Manual
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...Interior light switch ...227 Replacing light bulbs ...314 Turn signal lights switch ...121 Wattage...371 Limited slip differential...150 Load capacity ...165, 168, 362 Lock steering column...57 Luggage storage box...248 Luggage compartment features...249 I I/M test...268 Identification Engine ...364 Tire ...376 Vehicle...363 Ignition switch ...114 Illuminated entry system ...226 Immobilizer system...68 Indicator lights ...127 Initialization Items to initialize...388 Inside rear view mirror...58 Interior lights Switch...227 Wattage ...371 Instrument panel light control...125 Intuitive parking...
...Interior light switch ...227 Replacing light bulbs ...314 Turn signal lights switch ...121 Wattage...371 Limited slip differential...150 Load capacity ...165, 168, 362 Lock steering column...57 Luggage storage box...248 Luggage compartment features...249 I I/M test...268 Identification Engine ...364 Tire ...376 Vehicle...363 Ignition switch ...114 Illuminated entry system ...226 Immobilizer system...68 Indicator lights ...127 Initialization Items to initialize...388 Inside rear view mirror...58 Interior lights Switch...227 Wattage ...371 Instrument panel light control...125 Intuitive parking...
Owners Manual
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... Manual transmission ...119 Meter Accessory meter ...130 Instrument panel light control ...125 Meters ...124 Mirrors Inside rear view mirror...58 Side mirrors...59 Vanity mirrors ...236 MP3 disc ...208 P Parking assist ...139 Parking brake ...122 Parking lights Replacing light bulbs...317 Switch ...131 Wattage...371 Power outlet ...239, 240 Power steering Fluid ...282 Power windows...62 R Radiator ...274, 280 Radio...194 Rear seat Folding down...44 Removing rear seat bottom cushions ...45 Rear side marker lights Replacing light bulbs...318 Switch ...131 Wattage...371 Rear turn signal lights...
... Manual transmission ...119 Meter Accessory meter ...130 Instrument panel light control ...125 Meters ...124 Mirrors Inside rear view mirror...58 Side mirrors...59 Vanity mirrors ...236 MP3 disc ...208 P Parking assist ...139 Parking brake ...122 Parking lights Replacing light bulbs...317 Switch ...131 Wattage...371 Power outlet ...239, 240 Power steering Fluid ...282 Power windows...62 R Radiator ...274, 280 Radio...194 Rear seat Folding down...44 Removing rear seat bottom cushions ...45 Rear side marker lights Replacing light bulbs...318 Switch ...131 Wattage...371 Rear turn signal lights...
Owners Manual
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... pressure...370 Replacing ...340 Spare tire...340 Spark plug ...366 Specifications...362 Speedometer ...124 SRS airbags Curtain shield airbags ...73 Front airbags ...73 Precautions ...80 Side airbags ...73 Steering wheel Adjustment ...57 Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ...318 Wattage...371 Storage feature...228 Storage precautions ...165 Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck ...359 Sun visors Front...235 Side ...235 Switch Active traction control switch...148 AUTO LSD switch ...150 Clutch start cancel switch...155 Cruise control switch ...136 Engine switch ...114 Ignition switch...
... pressure...370 Replacing ...340 Spare tire...340 Spark plug ...366 Specifications...362 Speedometer ...124 SRS airbags Curtain shield airbags ...73 Front airbags ...73 Precautions ...80 Side airbags ...73 Steering wheel Adjustment ...57 Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ...318 Wattage...371 Storage feature...228 Storage precautions ...165 Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck ...359 Sun visors Front...235 Side ...235 Switch Active traction control switch...148 AUTO LSD switch ...150 Clutch start cancel switch...155 Cruise control switch ...136 Engine switch ...114 Ignition switch...
Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide
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... dirt roads or in urban, dusty or desert areas may be needed if you notice reduced air flow from the air conditioner and heater or if the windows fog easily when you use the ЉFreshЉ mode. Consult your dealer if any of the cabin air filter. FJ CRUISER MAINTENANCE LOG 2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5,000 Miles or 6 months Clean cabin air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads...
... dirt roads or in urban, dusty or desert areas may be needed if you notice reduced air flow from the air conditioner and heater or if the windows fog easily when you use the ЉFreshЉ mode. Consult your dealer if any of the cabin air filter. FJ CRUISER MAINTENANCE LOG 2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 5,000 Miles or 6 months Clean cabin air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads...
Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide
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... bolts on dirt roads or in urban, dusty or desert areas may be needed if you notice reduced air flow from the air conditioner and heater or if the windows fog easily when you use the ЉFreshЉ mode. Replacement may shorten the life of these conditions occur. FJ CRUISER MAINTENANCE LOG 2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 20,000 Miles or 24 months Clean cabin air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake...
... bolts on dirt roads or in urban, dusty or desert areas may be needed if you notice reduced air flow from the air conditioner and heater or if the windows fog easily when you use the ЉFreshЉ mode. Replacement may shorten the life of these conditions occur. FJ CRUISER MAINTENANCE LOG 2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 20,000 Miles or 24 months Clean cabin air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake...
Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide
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.... 2008 FJ Cruiser Scheduled Maintenance Guide MAINTENANCE LOG 30,000 Miles or 36 months Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD) 4 Re-torque propeller shaft bolt Replace cabin air filter Replace engine air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Replace spark plugs 5 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs Inspect the following: __ Automatic transmission fluid __ Ball joints and dust covers __ Brake lines and hoses __ Drive shaft boots (4WD) __ Engine coolant 3 __ Exhaust pipes and mountings __ Front differential oil (4WD) __ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band...
.... 2008 FJ Cruiser Scheduled Maintenance Guide MAINTENANCE LOG 30,000 Miles or 36 months Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD) 4 Re-torque propeller shaft bolt Replace cabin air filter Replace engine air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Replace spark plugs 5 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs Inspect the following: __ Automatic transmission fluid __ Ball joints and dust covers __ Brake lines and hoses __ Drive shaft boots (4WD) __ Engine coolant 3 __ Exhaust pipes and mountings __ Front differential oil (4WD) __ Fuel lines and connections, fuel tank band...
Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide
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... cabin air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs NOTE: Driving in heavy traffic, on chassis DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION: DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION: DATE: MILEAGE: DATE: MILEAGE: 10 Consult your dealer if any of the cabin air filter. Replacement may shorten the life of these conditions occur. Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions 2 Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads: Inspect ball joints and dust covers Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD...
... cabin air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs NOTE: Driving in heavy traffic, on chassis DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION: DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION: DATE: MILEAGE: DATE: MILEAGE: 10 Consult your dealer if any of the cabin air filter. Replacement may shorten the life of these conditions occur. Additional Maintenance Items for Special Operating Conditions 2 Driving on dirt roads or dusty roads: Inspect ball joints and dust covers Inspect drive shaft boots (4WD...
Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide
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... and bolts on chassis Driving while towing: Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD) 4 Re-torque propeller shaft bolt Tighten nuts and bolts on dirt roads or in heavy traffic, on chassis DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION: DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION: DATE: MILEAGE: DATE: MILEAGE: 12 Replacement may shorten the life of these conditions occur. FJ CRUISER MAINTENANCE LOG 2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 50,000 Miles or 60 months Clean cabin air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads...
... and bolts on chassis Driving while towing: Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD) 4 Re-torque propeller shaft bolt Tighten nuts and bolts on dirt roads or in heavy traffic, on chassis DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION: DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION: DATE: MILEAGE: DATE: MILEAGE: 12 Replacement may shorten the life of these conditions occur. FJ CRUISER MAINTENANCE LOG 2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 50,000 Miles or 60 months Clean cabin air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads...
Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide
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2008 FJ Cruiser Scheduled Maintenance Guide MAINTENANCE LOG 60,000 Miles or 72 months Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD) 4 Re-torque propeller shaft bolt Replace cabin air filter Replace engine air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Replace spark plugs 5 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs Inspect the following: __ Automatic transmission fluid __ Ball joints and dust covers __ Brake lines and hoses __ Drive belts 7 __ Drive shaft boots (4WD) __ Engine coolant 3 __ Engine valve clearance 8 __ Exhaust pipes and mountings __ Front differential oil (4WD)...
2008 FJ Cruiser Scheduled Maintenance Guide MAINTENANCE LOG 60,000 Miles or 72 months Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD) 4 Re-torque propeller shaft bolt Replace cabin air filter Replace engine air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Replace spark plugs 5 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs Inspect the following: __ Automatic transmission fluid __ Ball joints and dust covers __ Brake lines and hoses __ Drive belts 7 __ Drive shaft boots (4WD) __ Engine coolant 3 __ Engine valve clearance 8 __ Exhaust pipes and mountings __ Front differential oil (4WD)...
Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide
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... towing: Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD) 4 Re-torque propeller shaft bolt Tighten nuts and bolts on dirt roads or in heavy traffic, on chassis DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION: DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION: DATE: MILEAGE: DATE: MILEAGE: 14 FJ CRUISER MAINTENANCE LOG 2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 65,000 Miles or 78 months Clean cabin air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs 70,000 miles or 84 months Clean cabin air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake...
... towing: Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD) 4 Re-torque propeller shaft bolt Tighten nuts and bolts on dirt roads or in heavy traffic, on chassis DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION: DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION: DATE: MILEAGE: DATE: MILEAGE: 14 FJ CRUISER MAINTENANCE LOG 2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 65,000 Miles or 78 months Clean cabin air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs 70,000 miles or 84 months Clean cabin air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake...
Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide
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... towing: Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD) 4 Re-torque propeller shaft bolt Tighten nuts and bolts on dirt roads or in heavy traffic, on chassis DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION: DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION: DATE: MILEAGE: DATE: MILEAGE: 16 FJ CRUISER MAINTENANCE LOG 2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 80,000 Miles or 96 Months Clean cabin air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs 85,000 Miles or 102 Months Clean cabin air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake...
... towing: Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD) 4 Re-torque propeller shaft bolt Tighten nuts and bolts on dirt roads or in heavy traffic, on chassis DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION: DEALER SERVICE VERIFICATION: DATE: MILEAGE: DATE: MILEAGE: 16 FJ CRUISER MAINTENANCE LOG 2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 80,000 Miles or 96 Months Clean cabin air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs 85,000 Miles or 102 Months Clean cabin air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake...
Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide
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...1033;Off-road Daily MaintenanceЉ for special inspections and services. 2008 FJ Cruiser Scheduled Maintenance Guide MAINTENANCE LOG 90,000 Miles or 108 Months Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD) 4 Re-torque propeller shaft bolt Replace cabin air filter Replace engine air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Replace spark plugs 5 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs Inspect the following: __ Automatic transmission fluid __ Ball joints and dust covers __ Brake lines and hoses __ Drive belts __ Drive shaft boots (4WD) __ Engine coolant 3 __ Exhaust pipes...
...1033;Off-road Daily MaintenanceЉ for special inspections and services. 2008 FJ Cruiser Scheduled Maintenance Guide MAINTENANCE LOG 90,000 Miles or 108 Months Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD) 4 Re-torque propeller shaft bolt Replace cabin air filter Replace engine air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Replace spark plugs 5 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs Inspect the following: __ Automatic transmission fluid __ Ball joints and dust covers __ Brake lines and hoses __ Drive belts __ Drive shaft boots (4WD) __ Engine coolant 3 __ Exhaust pipes...
Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide
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... bolts on dirt roads or in urban, dusty or desert areas may be needed if you notice reduced air flow from the air conditioner and heater or if the windows fog easily when you use the ЉFreshЉ mode. Replacement may shorten the life of these conditions occur. FJ CRUISER MAINTENANCE LOG 2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 95,000 Miles or 114 Months Clean cabin air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake...
... bolts on dirt roads or in urban, dusty or desert areas may be needed if you notice reduced air flow from the air conditioner and heater or if the windows fog easily when you use the ЉFreshЉ mode. Replacement may shorten the life of these conditions occur. FJ CRUISER MAINTENANCE LOG 2008 Scheduled Maintenance Guide 95,000 Miles or 114 Months Clean cabin air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake...
Warranty, Maitenance, Services Guide
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...2008 FJ Cruiser Scheduled Maintenance Guide MAINTENANCE LOG 120,000 Miles or 144 Months Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD) 4 Re-torque propeller shaft bolt Replace cabin air filter Replace engine air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Replace spark plugs 5 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs Inspect the following: __ Automatic transmission fluid __ Ball joints and dust covers __ Brake lines and hoses __ Drive belts __ Drive shaft boots (4WD) __ Engine coolant 3 __ Engine valve clearance 7 __ Exhaust pipes and mountings __ Front differential oil (4WD...
...2008 FJ Cruiser Scheduled Maintenance Guide MAINTENANCE LOG 120,000 Miles or 144 Months Lubricate propeller shaft (4WD) 4 Re-torque propeller shaft bolt Replace cabin air filter Replace engine air filter Replace engine oil and oil filter 1 Replace spark plugs 5 Rotate tires Visually inspect brake linings/drums and brake pads/discs Inspect the following: __ Automatic transmission fluid __ Ball joints and dust covers __ Brake lines and hoses __ Drive belts __ Drive shaft boots (4WD) __ Engine coolant 3 __ Engine valve clearance 7 __ Exhaust pipes and mountings __ Front differential oil (4WD...