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Model Year Start: 2009 Model: FJ Cruiser Prod Date Range: [08/2008 - ]
Title: INTRODUCTION: HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL: GENERAL INFORMATION; 2009 MY FJ Cruiser [08/2008 - ]
GENERAL INFORMATION
1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
(a) This manual is written in accordance with SAE J2008.
(1) Diagnosis
(2) Removing / Installing, Replacing, Disassembling / Reassembling, Checking and Adjusting
(3) Final Inspection
(b) The following procedures are omitted from this manual. However, these procedures must be performed.
(1) Use a jack or lift to perform operations.
(2) Clean all removed parts.
(3) Perform a visual check.
2. INDEX
(a) An alphabetical INDEX section is provided at the end of the manual as a reference to help you find the item to be repaired.
3. PREPARATION
(a) Use of Special Service Tools (SST) and Special Service Materials (SSM) may be required, depending on the repair
procedure. Be sure to use SST and SSM when they are required and follow the working procedures properly. A list of SST
and SSM is in the "Preparation" section of this manual.
4. REPAIR PROCEDURES
(a) A component illustration is placed under the title where necessary.
(b) Non-reusable parts, grease application areas, precoated parts and torque specifications are noted in the component
illustrations.
The following illustration is an example.
(c) Torque specifications, grease application areas and non-reusable parts are emphasized in the procedures.
HINT:
There are cases where such information can only be explained by using an illustration. In these cases, torque, oil and other
information are described in the illustration.

(d) Only items with key points are described in the text. What to do and other details are explained using illustrations next to
the text. Both the text and illustrations are accompanied by standard values and notices.
Illustration What to do and where to do it
Task heading What work will be performed
Explanation text
How to perform the task
Information such as specifications and warnings, which are written in boldface text
(e) Illustrations of similar vehicle models are sometimes used. In these cases, minor details may be different from the actual
vehicle.
(f) Procedures are presented in a step-by-step format.
5. SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS
(a) SPECIFICATIONS are presented in boldface text throughout the manual. The specifications are also found in the "Service
Specifications" section for reference.
6. TERM DEFINITIONS
CAUTION Possibility of injury to you or other people.
NOTICE Possibility of damage to components being repaired.
HINT Provides additional information to help you perform repairs.
7. INTERNATIONAL SYSTEM OF UNITS
(a) The units used in this manual comply with the International System of Units (SI UNIT) standard. Units from the metric
system and the English system are also provided.
Example:
Torque:
30 N·m {310 kgf·cm, 22ft·lbf}

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Model Year Start: 2009 Model: FJ Cruiser Prod Date Range: [08/2008 - ]
Title: INTRODUCTION: IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION: VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION AND SERIAL NUMBERS; 2009 MY FJ Cruiser
[08/2008 - ]
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION AND SERIAL NUMBERS
1. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
(a) The vehicle identification number is stamped on the vehicle body and on the
certification label, as shown in the illustration.
(1) Vehicle Identification Number
(2) Certification Label
2. ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER AND TRANSMISSION SERIAL NUMBER
(a) The engine serial number is stamped on the cylinder block of the engine and the transmission serial number is stamped on
the housing as shown in the illustration.
(1) Engine Serial Number
(2) Transmission Serial Number

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Model Year Start: 2009 Model: FJ Cruiser Prod Date Range: [08/2008 - ]
Title: INTRODUCTION: REPAIR INSTRUCTION: PRECAUTION; 2009 MY FJ Cruiser [08/2008 - ]
PRECAUTION
1. BASIC REPAIR HINT
(a) HINTS ON OPERATIONS
1 Attire
Always wear a clean uniform.
A hat and safety shoes must be worn.
2 Vehicle protection Prepare a grille cover, fender cover, seat cover and floor mat before starting the operation.
3 Safe operation
When working with 2 or more persons, be sure to check safety for one another.
When working with the engine running, make sure to provide ventilation for exhaust
fumes in the workshop.
If working on high temperature, high pressure, rotating, moving, or vibrating parts,
wear appropriate safety equipment and take extra care not to injure yourself or
others.
When jacking up the vehicle, be sure to support the specified location with a safety
stand.
When lifting up the vehicle, use appropriate safety equipment.
4
Preparation of tools and
measuring gauge
Before starting the operation, prepare a tool stand, SST, gauge, oil and parts for replacement.
5 Removal and installation,
disassembly and assembly
operations
Diagnose with a thorough understanding of proper procedures and of the reported
problem.

Before removing parts, check the general condition of the assembly and for
deformation and damage.
When the assembly is complicated, take notes. For example, note the total number of
electrical connections, bolts, or hoses removed. Add matchmarks to ensure
reassembly of components to their original positions. Temporarily mark hoses and
their fittings if needed.
Clean and wash the removed parts if necessary and assemble them after a thorough
check.
6 Removed parts
Place removed parts in a separate box to avoid mixing them up with new parts or
contaminating new parts.
For non-reusable parts such as gaskets, O-rings, and self-locking nuts, replace them
with new ones as instructed in this manual.
Retain the removed parts for customer inspection, if requested.
(b) JACKING UP AND SUPPORTING VEHICLE
(1) Care must be taken when jacking up and supporting the vehicle. Be sure to lift and support the vehicle at the proper
locations.
(c) PRECOATED PARTS
(1) Precoated parts are bolts and nuts that are coated with a seal lock adhesive
at the factory.
(2) If a precoated part is retightened, loosened or moved in any way, it must be
recoated with the specified adhesive.
(3) When reusing a precoated part, clean off the old adhesive and dry the part
with compressed air. Then apply new seal lock adhesive appropriate to that
part.
(4) Some seal lock agents harden slowly. You may have to wait for the seal lock
adhesive to harden.
(d) GASKETS
(1) When necessary, use a sealer on gaskets to prevent leaks.
(e) BOLTS, NUTS AND SCREWS
(1) Carefully follow all the specifications for tightening torques. Always use a torque wrench.
(f) FUSES
(1) When inspecting a fuse, check that the wire of the fuse is not broken.
(2) When replacing fuses, be sure that the new fuse has the correct amperage rating. Do not exceed the rating or use one
with a lower rating.

ILLUSTRATION SYMBOL PART NAME ABBREVIATION
FUSE FUSE
MEDIUM CURRENT FUSE M-FUSE
HIGH CURRENT FUSE H-FUSE
FUSIBLE LINK FL
CIRCUIT BREAKER CB
(g) CLIPS
(1) The removal and installation methods of typical clips used for vehicle body parts are shown in the table below.
HINT:
If clips are damaged during a procedure, always replace the damaged clip with a new clip.
SHAPE (EXAMPLE) ILLUSTRATION PROCEDURES
1. Remove the clips with a clip remover or pliers.

SHAPE (EXAMPLE) ILLUSTRATION PROCEDURES
1. Remove the clips with a clip remover or
screwdriver.
1. Remove the clips with a wide scraper to prevent
panel damage.
1. Remove the clips by pushing the center pin
through and prying out the shell.
1. Remove the clips by unscrewing the center pin and
prying out the shell.
1. Remove the clips by prying out the pin and then
prying out the shell.
(h) CLAWS
(1) The removal and installation methods of typical claws used for vehicle body parts are shown in the table below.
HINT:
If claws are damaged during a procedure, always replace the damaged claws with new caps or covers.

SHAPE (EXAMPLE) ILLUSTRATION PROCEDURES
1. Using a screwdriver, detach the claws and
remove the cap or covers.
1. Using a screwdriver, detach the claws and
remove the cap or covers.
1. Using a screwdriver, detach the claws and
remove the cap or covers.
(i) HINGE, GUIDE, CLAMP AND PIN ETC.
(1) The removal and installation methods of typical hinge, guide, clamp and pin used for vehicle body parts are shown in
the table below.
HINT:
If clamps are damaged during a procedure, always replace the cap or cover that has damaged clamps with a new one.
SHAPE (EXAMPLE) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

SHAPE (EXAMPLE) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
(j) REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF VACUUM HOSES
(1) To disconnect a vacuum hose, pull and twist from the end of the hose. Do
not pull from the middle of the hose as this may cause damage.
(2) When disconnecting vacuum hoses, use tags to identify where they should
be reconnected.
(3) After completing any hose related repairs, double check that the vacuum hoses are properly connected. The label
under the hood shows the proper layout.
(4) When using a vacuum gauge, never force the hose onto a connector that is too large. If a hose has been stretched, it
may leak air. Use a step-down adapter if necessary.
(k) TORQUE WHEN USING TORQUE WRENCH WITH EXTENSION TOOL

(1) Use the formula below to calculate special torque values for situations where
SST or an extension tool is combined with a torque wrench.
Formula:
T' = L2 / (L1 + L2) * T
T' Reading of torque wrench {N*m (kgf*cm, ft.*lbf)}
T Torque {N*m (kgf*cm, ft.*lbf)}
L1 Length of SST or extension tool {cm (in.)}
L2 Length of torque wrench {cm (in.)}
NOTICE:
If an extension tool or SST is combined with a torque wrench and the wrench is
used to tighten to a torque specification in this manual, the actual torque will be
excessive and parts will be damaged.
2. FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SRS AIRBAG AND FRONT SEAT OUTER BELT ASSEMBLY WITH
PRETENSIONER
The FJ CRUISER is equipped with a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).
CAUTION:
Failure to carry out the service operations in the correct sequence could cause the SRS to unexpectedly deploy during
servicing and lead to serious injury. Furthermore, if a mistake is made when servicing the SRS, it is possible that the SRS
may fail to operate properly. Before servicing (including removal or installation of parts, inspection or replacement), be
sure to read the following section carefully.
(a) GENERAL NOTICE
(1) As malfunctions of the SRS are difficult to confirm, the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) become the most important
source of information when troubleshooting. When troubleshooting the SRS, always check the DTCs before
disconnecting the battery.
(2) Work must be started at least 90 seconds after the ignition switch is turned OFF and after the cable is disconnected
from the negative (-) battery terminal.
(The SRS is equipped with a backup power source. If work is started within 90 seconds after turning the ignition switch
OFF and disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal, the SRS may deploy.
When the cable is disconnected from the negative (-) battery terminal, clock and audio system memory is erased.
Before starting work, make a note of the settings of each memory system. When work is finished, reset the clock and
audio system as before.
CAUTION:
Never use a backup power source (battery or other) to avoid erasing system memory. The backup power source may
inadvertently power the SRS and cause it to deploy.
(3) Even in cases of a minor collision where the SRS does not deploy, the steering wheel pad, front passenger airbag
assembly, front seat side airbag assembly, curtain shield airbag assembly and seat belt pretensioner should be
inspected
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The Toyota FJ Cruiser Service & Repair Manual is a comprehensive guide designed for professionals and DIY enthusiasts alike. This manual provides detailed information on troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance procedures for the 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser model.
- The manual is a technical guide that covers the intricacies of the vehicle, offering step-by-step procedures, diagrams, and specifications to help you understand and address complex tasks.
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