Toyota FJ Cruiser (GSJ 10, 15 series). Instruction - part 362

PB–24

PARKING BRAKE  –  PARKING BRAKE SWITCH

PB

REMOVAL

1.

DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY 
TERMINAL

2.

REMOVE PARKING BRAKE HOLE COVER SUB-
ASSEMBLY (See page 

IP-11

)

3.

REMOVE SHIFT LEVER KNOB SUB-ASSEMBLY (for 
Manual Transmission) (See page 

IP-11

)

4.

REMOVE SHIFT LEVER KNOB SUB-ASSEMBLY (for 
4WD) (See page 

IP-11

)

5.

REMOVE CONSOLE UPPER REAR PANEL SUB-
ASSEMBLY (See page 

IP-12

)

6.

REMOVE PARKING BRAKE SWITCH
(a) Disconnect the parking brake switch connector.

(b) Remove the screw and parking brake switch.

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PARKING BRAKE  –  PARKING BRAKE SWITCH

PB–25

PB

INSPECTION

1.

INSPECT PARKING BRAKE SWITCH
(a) Check the resistance.

(1) Using an ohmmeter, measure the resistance 

between the terminals.

Standard resistance

If the result is not as specified, replace the 
parking brake switch.

INSTALLATION

1.

INSTALL PARKING BRAKE SWITCH
(a) Install the parking brake switch with the screw.
(b) Connect the parking brake switch connector.

2.

INSTALL CONSOLE UPPER REAR PANEL SUB-
ASSEMBLY (See page 

IP-31

)

3.

INSTALL SHIFT LEVER KNOB SUB-ASSEMBLY (for 
4WD) (See page 

IP-32

)

4.

INSTALL SHIFT LEVER KNOB SUB-ASSEMBLY (for 
Manual Transmission) (See page 

IP-32

)

5.

INSTALL PARKING BRAKE HOLE COVER SUB-
ASSEMBLY (See page 

IP-32

)

6.

CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY 
TERMINAL
Torque: 3.9 N*m (40 kgf*cm, 35 in.*lbf)

Tester Connection

Switch Condition

Specified Condition

1 - Ground

Released

Below 1 

Ω

1 - Ground

Pushed in

10 k

Ω or higher

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POWER STEERING  –  POWER STEERING SYSTEM

PS–1

PS

POWER STEERING SYSTEM

PRECAUTION

1.

HANDLING PRECAUTIONS FOR STEERING SYSTEM
(a) Care must be taken when replacing parts. Incorrect 

replacement could affect the performance of the 
steering system and result in driving hazards.

2.

HANDLING PRECAUTIONS FOR SRS AIRBAG 
SYSTEM
(a) The vehicle is equipped with SRS (Supplemental 

Restraint System), such as airbags. If service 
operation is not carried out properly in the correct 
sequence, the airbag may suddenly deploy and this 
may result in serious injury. Before servicing 
(including inspection, replacement, removal and 
inspection of parts), be sure to read the 
precautionary notices for the supplemental restraint 
system (See page 

RS-1

).

PS–2

POWER STEERING  –  POWER STEERING SYSTEM

PS

PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

1.

INSPECT DRIVE BELT
(a) Visually check the belt for defects, such as 

excessive wear and frayed cords.
If any defects are found, replace the drive belt.
HINT:
Cracks on the rib side of a belt are considered 
acceptable. Replace the belt if there are any 
missing ribs.

2.

BLEED POWER STEERING SYSTEM
(a) Check the fluid level.
(b) Jack up the front of the vehicle and support it with 

stands.

(c) Turn the steering wheel.

(1) With the engine stopped, turn the wheel slowly 

from lock to lock several times.

(d) Lower the vehicle.

Symptom

Suspected area

See page

Hard steering

Tires (Improperly inflated)

TW-1

Power steering fluid level (Low)

PS-3

Drive belt (Loose)

PS-2

Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) (2WD)

TW-1

Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) (4WD)

TW-1

Steering system joints (Worn)

-

Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) (2WD)

SP-22

Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) (4WD)

SP-22

Steering column (Binding)

-

Vane pump

PS-10

Power steering link (2WD)

PS-18

Power steering link (4WD)

PS-23

Poor return

Tires (Improperly inflated)

TW-1

Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) (2WD)

TW-1

Front wheel alignment (Incorrect) (4WD)

SP-2

Steering column (Binding)

-

Power steering link (2WD)

PS-18

Power steering link (4WD)

PS-23

Excessive play

Steering system joints (Worn)

-

Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) (2WD)

SP-22

Suspension arm ball joints (Worn) (4WD)

SP-22

Intermediate shaft, Sliding yoke (Worn)

-

Front wheel bearing (Worn)

-

Power steering link (2WD)

PS-18

Power steering link (4WD)

PS-23

Abnormal noise

Power steering fluid level (Low)

PS-3

Steering system joints (Worn)

-

Vane pump

PS-10

Power steering link (2WD)

PS-18

Power steering link (4WD)

PS-23

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