Toyota FJ Cruiser (GSJ 10, 15 series). Manual — part 316

MA–6

MAINTENANCE – ENGINE

MA

ENGINE

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

HINT:
Inspect these items when the engine is cold.

1.

INSPECT TIMING CHAIN (See page

EM-27

)

2.

INSPECT VALVE CLEARANCE (See page

EM-9

)

3.

INSPECT DRIVE BELT (See page

EM-6

)

4.

REPLACE ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER (See page

LU-4

)

5.

REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT (See page

CO-3

)

6.

INSPECT EXHAUST PIPES AND MOUNTINGS
(a) Visually inspect the pipes, hangers and connections

for severe corrosion, leaks or damage.

7.

INSPECT AIR CLEANER FILTER
(a) Remove the air cleaner case and air cleaner filter.
(b) Visually check that the air cleaner filter is not

excessively damaged or oily.
If necessary, replace the air cleaner filter with a new
one.

(c) Clean the filter with compressed. First blow from the

inside thoroughly, then blow off the outside of the
filter.

(d) Reinstall the air cleaner filter and air cleaner case.

8.

INSPECT FUEL LINES, CONNECTIONS AND FUEL
TANK VAPOR VENT SYSTEM HOSES AND FUEL
TANK BAND
(a) Visually inspect the fuel lines for cracks, leakage

loose connections, deformation or tank band
looseness.

9.

INSPECT GASKET IN FUEL TANK CAP
(a) Visually check if the cap and / or gasket are

deformed or damaged.
If necessary, repair or replace the cap.

10. REPLACE SPARK PLUGS (See page

IG-5

)

11. INSPECT CHARCOAL CANISTER

HINT:
For vehicles registered in California, Massachusetts and
New York only.
(a) Check the canister for cracks or damage (see page

EC-10

).

MAINTENANCE – BRAKE

MA–7

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BRAKE

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

1.

INSPECT BRAKE LINE PIPES AND HOSES
HINT:
Check in a well lighted area. Check the entire
circumference and length of the brake hoses using a
mirror as necessary. Turn the front wheels fully right or
left before checking the front brakes.

(a) Check all brake lines and hoses for:

•

Damage

•

Wear

•

Deformation

•

Cracks

•

Corrosion

•

Leaks

•

Bends

•

Twists

(b) Check all clamps for tightness and connections for

leakage.

(c) Check that the hoses and lines are clear of sharp

edges, moving parts and the exhaust system.

(d) Check that the lines installed in the grommets pass

through the center of the grommets.

2.

INSPECT FRONT BRAKE
(a) Check the front brake pads and discs (see page

BR-

43

).

3.

INSPECT REAR BRAKE
(a) Check the rear brake pads and discs (see page

BR-

51

).

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MA–8

MAINTENANCE – CHASSIS

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CHASSIS

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

1.

INSPECT STEERING LINKAGE
(a) Check the steering linkage for looseness or

damage.
(1) Check that the tie rod ends do not have

excessive play.

(2) Check that the dust seals and boots are not

damaged.

(3) Check that the boot clamps are not loose.

(b) Inspect the dust cover for damage.

2.

INSPECT STEERING GEAR HOUSING OIL
(a) Check the steering gear housing for oil leakage.

If leakage is found, check for the cause and repair it.

3.

INSPECT BALL JOINT AND DUST COVER
(a) Jack up the front of the vehicle and support it with

stands.

(b) Make sure the front wheels are in a straight-ahead

position, and depress the brake pedal.

(c) Jack up the lower suspension arm until there is

about half a load on the front suspension.

(d) Inspect the dust cover for damage.

4.

INSPECT DRIVE SHAFT BOOTS (for 4WD)
(a) Inspect the drive shaft boots for clamp looseness,

grease leakage or damage.

5.

INSPECT TRANSFER OIL (for 4WD)
(a) Remove the filler plug and feel inside the hole with

your finger. Check that the oil comes to within 5 mm
(0.20 in.) of the bottom edge of the hole. If the level
is low, add oil until it begins to run out of the filler
hole.

6.

INSPECT DIFFERENTIAL OIL
(a) Remove the filler plug and feel inside the hole with

your finger. Check that the oil comes to within 5 mm
(0.20 in.) of the bottom edge of the hole. If the level
is low, add oil until it begins to run out of the filler
hole.

7.

REPLACE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID
LEVEL
(a) Check the level of the automatic transmission fluid.

0 to 5 mm

D025304E05

Type

See Procedure

A750E

See page

AT-141

A750F

See page

AT-148

MAINTENANCE – CHASSIS

MA–9

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8.

LUBRICATE PROPELLER SHAFT AND TIGHTEN
BOLTS
(a) 4WD:

(1) Lubricate propeller shaft, referring to the

lubrication chart. Before pumping in grease,
wipe off any mud and dust on the grease fitting.
Grease grade:

Spider:

Lithium base chassis grease (NLGI No.2)

Slide yoke and double-cardan joint:

Molybdenum diaulphide lithium base
chassis grease (NLGI No.2)

(b) Tighten the bolts of the propeller shaft.

9.

INSPECT MANUAL TRANSMISSION OIL (See page

MT-2

)

A

B

C

C

C

A: Propeller Shaft Spider

B: Propeller Shaft Sliding Yoke

C: Double-Cardan Joint

B065528E01

Type

See Procedure

Front propeller shaft

See page

PR-6

Rear propeller shaft (for 2WD)

See page

PR-14

Rear propeller shaft (for 4WD)

See page

PR-14