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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2011FJ CRUISER 2WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEFLUIDSBRAKE FLUIDTESTING AND INSPECTION
2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 2WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE)
Brake Fluid: Testing and Inspection
2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 2WD V6-4.0L (1GR-FE)SECTION Testing and Inspection
BRAKE: BRAKE FLUID: ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
NOTICE:
Water or deteriorated brake fluid. Sealed areas or brake fluid may deteriorate and lead to fluid leaks or decreased efficiency.
1. CHECK FLUID LEVEL IN RESERVOIR
(a) Turn the ignition switch off and fully depress the brake pedal 40 times or more to release the pressure in the accumulator.
HINT
When the pressure in the accumulator is released, the pedal stroke will lengthen.
(b) Adjust the fluid level so that it is at the MAX line.
HINT
When the ignition switch is turned on (IG), brake fluid is sent to the accumulator and the fluid level decreases by approximately 10 mm (0.394 in.) from the MAX line.
Brake fluid:
SAE J1703 or FMVSS NO. 116 DOT 3
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.