FJ Cruiser Switches and Buttons Explained - Everything you need to know!

Hey there everyone! Welcome to another episode of LET'S FJ! In this video I dive into the topic of FJ Cruiser switches and buttons since it is a commonly asked about topic in the FJ community.
In this video we cover all the different OEM buttons that would have come on the FJ depending on your FJ's year, whether it is 2WD or 4WD, manual or automatic, etc.
Here are time stamps to help navigate the video:
0:00 - Intro
1:49 - RR DIFF LOCK Switch
3:17 - A-TRAC Switch
5:50 - Auxiliary Light Switches
6:47 - Sub Woofer Switch
7:32 - Power Outlet Switch
8:28 - Backup Sonar Switch
9:14 - Auto LSD Switch
10:13 - VSC Off Switch
11:42 - Clutch Start Cancel Switch
12:35 - RSCA Off Switch
13:24 - VIP Alarm Off Switch
15:00 - OEM Switch Sizes
15:28 - Conclusion
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[@onenikkione]

I just bought a 2014 FJ (this Feb 2024) and your videos are a Huge Help.

[@innertube205]

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[@duvessa2003]

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[@jacobnoel6653]

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[@innertube205]

@@jacobnoel6653 You are a lucky man! Enjoy! Is it a FJB Edition FJ Cruiser like mine?

[@bogwin9621]

Love my FJ, quarter million miles. 2007. Never stuck. Ive tried.

[@nashvillekawboy1805]

Pure gold! My manual-trans '07 didn't come with the A-TRAC button and I always wondered if I could add it. I would subscribe 100x again just for this tip. You just made my day. Now I also want to add the "Alien Abduction Request" switch.

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Glad I could help my friend!

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Some great demonstration in this video

[@scarolinamoore]

so on point. simple info without self agrandizing fluff.

[@OverlandFlorida]

Thank you so much, I'm going to look at one tomorrow and you answered many questions.

[@kchughes7901]

thanks so much for the definitions. What I've learned is my 2010 is really basic. No RR locker (which i should have figured out before I bought it) appreciate your time and explanations!

[@ricmartinez2590]

This is such a helpful video! I bought an 08 earlier this year and I love it! But I honestly didn't know what the drivetrain buttons do. I MIGHT take it out on a trail one of these days. I was fortunate to find one that was garage kept (near mint condition). I put a cheap set of Amazon rock gliders on it. She's just so pretty that I'm afraid to put any scratches on her, haha.

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[@FJX2000_Productions]

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[@OrangeBoxxfab]

Thank you for your commitment to the FJ cruiser coverage in explaining how this or that works.

[@moisesperez1376]

bought a 08 trail teams edition less than a month ago and never could find out how to turn on the lights on the front bumper so I thought they were broken but turns out you just need to have high beams on. this channel has helped me out so much in the last month I knew I had to subscribe. Love your content and please keep making more.

[@whenmountainsmove]

Thanks man. You've helped me learn my rig in just a few minutes. Just got my 08 super moded FJ and Im so excited to get out on the trail. I live in the PNW, so I will be able to finally access some of the countries most beautiful places within a few hours of me.

[@FJX2000_Productions]

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[@FJX2000_Productions]

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[@fjoffrd1240]

Again very informative.well done!

[@bondmi6007]

Looking to purchase an fj later this year, fantastic video! Thank you so much!

[@FJCTrailHunter]

Your channel is a gem, always learn so much more about my FJ, Thanks!

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Thanks for watching and for the kind words!

[@jimlimmer4825]

nicely done. note that Clutch Start Cancel does not require vehicle to be in LL

[@CraigPringle]

Great video! Thanks for creating this!

[@mcelroychandler6267]

Thankyou for the infomation. Great value for FJ owners

[@rivercitymobileblaster6664]

Great video, thank you

[@heyyitsandy]

SO INFORMATIVE! Will help me on my hunt for my first FJ!

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Glad I could help! Good luck 👍

[@mikehawkslong5529]

The lack of anti alien abduction capability and Toyota's false advertisement on that is appalling and discriminatory

[@07blackreggae]

More useful that the use guide

[@chrisfort7340]

Excellent explanation of the FJ switches! We have an 07 & 12 and this video is very helpful, thank you! I think video would make Akio Nishimura happy. Thumbs up!

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Glad I could help! A lot changed between 2007 and 2012 so it can be confusing sometimes!

[@realestateinfonet9041]

Very enlightening video! Thank you very much!

[@FJX2000_Productions]

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[@omarosman6180]

very very helpful and nice video...

[@jazzman347]

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[@dazzles8805]

I bought a new 2022 last year and love it. Thank you so much for this.

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Absolutely!

[@steadleyaswego]

Great vid! Was wondering why the power outlet switch lit up the way it does.

[@marcusisleite5756]

great video!

[@eliubfj]

I thought the backlight was dead on my subwoofer switch, thanks for clearing out the fact that it's not backlit !

[@Ingenieriaeficiente]

Greatest video ever explaining this

[@khoapham2764]

Thank for the info bud! So informative! You have a new subscriber!

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Thanks! You're welcome!

[@grandkruizer]

very informative! 👍

[@edwindelgado5467]

Excelentes tus videos !!! Gracias compartir tu trabajo!

[@BryanDenton]

Very Nice! You are an FJ Info Legend Sir!

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Thank you! I try my best 😂

[@abdullahshaikh7579]

amazing stuff

[@Primal1861]

Regarding the VIP button, there is also the VIP microphone that’s a passive slot into one of the blanks. I believe it acts as a vacuum mic in the event a window is smashed in. Not too sure but my ‘08 FJ does not have the button to disable.

[@carlosgravy7842]

Hayden, New subscriber and loving your channel! Appreciate all of your time and research that you’ve put out there for us “newbies”. I recently picked up a 2014 FJ with 4WD Automatic Transmission. I was checking your switches video and realized that my FJ doesn’t have the Rear-Diff, A-trac, OR crawl control switches…. Have you ever heard of this? Does that mean the RDiff lock is automatic? Sorry for the newbie question, but appreciate any help you could offer. And thanks again for all of your great videos 👍

[@Jasandcam]

Your videos are great

[@luigiviking3667]

Thank you this will help me with my 2010😊

[@caseyharper7454]

Awesome video! Question: I have a 2007 FJ 2WD. I have a dummy switch where the ATrac button would be in a 4WD. I popped it out to replace it with a light bar switch. Turns out it’s actually wired even though it’s a dummy switch. I ended up finding the empty dummy switch. My question is what is the wiring for with the switch that was blank on my FJ but is normally where the A trac button would be?

[@tpv59]

EXCELLENT. 10/10.

[@TheILV17]

Thank you

[@23Footnotes]

Great info! I have switches that I still don’t know what they do. They’re weird switches. A couple look similar to a light switch. One lights up while the other doesn’t. One is below the dash and the other is to the left of the steering wheel (it lights up). Edit: I have a 2013

[@bhgdetjbngfd]

I think this answers my question. I have a 2014 FJ and noticed today that although I don't have either a diff lock button not an A Trac button, if I pop both blanks out they have the wiring attached.

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Glad it could help!

[@Levy3o8]

0:55 Heeeeey Odom Point! I drove my FJ up Engineer Pass in June. BEAUTIFUL trail! Only problem was all the Jeeps were following me and making me find the line for them lol

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Indeed! I was just up there last week!

[@stevegreen245]

Thanks for clearing up the idea does your A-Trac work with the rear lockers on. I have a 2013 I thought it did. You're the second person to say yes. I'm one of those that uses my A-TRAC more than my lockers. As my FJ has done trails like gold mountain in big bear with just A-TRAC. And it's rated 8 out of 10 trail. But it's really about a 6. Love the A-TRAC button.

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Yep your A-Trac and rear diff locker should certainly be capable of working in tandem if you have a 2013. Thanks for watching and commenting! 👍

[@CiscosDisco22]

Thanks

[@braedenhoffman7388]

Thank you so much for the video!! I know this is a super later comment but I had a question that you might be able to help with. I recently bought an Fj that was manufactured February 06 and in the video you mentioned that between October-March of 06 that A-track and the RR diff lock doesn’t work together. What about the models made before march if 06 and since mine was manufactured in February of 06 can I still do the wiring hack to make them both work together? Thank you so much

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

I have never seen a single toyota of any model that came with every switch offered most switches are offered on select models even back in early 2000s a limited still didn't have every switch some switches were sr5 specific and some were sport specific and some limited specific it's rare to see any model that has all switches and dosent have atleast 1 or 2 blanks

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

These fj switches are also common on 4th gen 4runners and 5th gen 4runners because there the same platforms just different body's

[@Steve211Ucdhihifvshi]

Hey you got me to subscribe fjs are awesome!

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Thanks! Indeed they are!

[@Steve211Ucdhihifvshi]

@@FJX2000_Productions The biggest problem with them is, now they are collectable, I wont take either of mine offroad anymore, too valuable:(

[@vincenzodemarco7983]

What a Great Vid. However, with a Raunchy Case of OCD & ADD, I'm going to have to watch this about 20 times before I truly 'get it'. Cripes, why so many Changes between models??? Well it's all good stuff no matter what.👊

[@adlerarmory8382]

Can the Park Assist feature be "hacked" by installation of the OEM Button like the A Trac? I used your A Trac Switch Hack, saw the video Wed, ordered the switch, got it today, 1 minute to install and test.

[@robmonroe635]

Thanks for the info....only thing missing was how to remove them

[@mh_vegas]

Yeah, I forgot the RSCA switch one day when hooning in the dunes and the airbags went. You do not want that to happen

[@chainlink4241]

Will insurance total it over that, or will they actually replace the airbags?

[@mh_vegas]

@@chainlink4241 I had it all repaired at a Toyota dealer, total about $5k. (Airbags were $1332 x2, seat belt assemblies $145 x2, and a few sensors, plus around $1k labor.) The headliner was a little wrinkled and replacing it would have cost another $1500 but it wasn't that bad so I just kept the old one. I'm glad I did, you can barely see the wrinkles now. Didn't file an insurance claim due to it being sort of hooning in the dunes. The service bill said 'customer jumped truck' lol. My gf was recording video when it happened (on my page tho it's kinda far back).

[@chainlink4241]

@@mh_vegas That's good you were able to repair it all, I've heard a lot of stories of FJ Cruisers being totaled out by insurance for blowing the air bags. I just watched the video, glad nobody was hurt by them.

[@anavan7]

Is there existing connections for the 400W/100W Converter and for the RSCA?

[@Ecorodri11]

Hello, I have a 2008 Toyota FJ, automatic 4x4, with ATrac System and Rear Block system, can the CRAWL CONTROL system be installed? Will this installation be very difficult? I would have to get the panel that goes on the roof and then try to connect that system that I understand is associated with ABS. Thank you and I await your comments. Congratulations for the channel.

[@robbelle3707]

I have a 07’ with vip alarm that kept going off,had to pull the horn lead

[@farshidderakhshani6844]

Hi, thank you for this great video. One question: How one can remove the black filler buttons without damaging or scratching the interiors? Thank you

[@FJX2000_Productions]

You can if you are careful, I would recommend the corner of a credit card to pop then out 👍

[@ericakeating615]

Amazing video!! Do you know if basic auto parts stores would carry the replacement bulbs?

[@Steve211Ucdhihifvshi]

My aussie delivered special order version is entirely diferent. I love seeing all the options. Id love a subwoofer switch but they want over $100 here for one.

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Sorry to hear that! You can always add an aftermarket subwoofer though that will have better performance than the factory one!

[@randalll5883]

What are the last two years that came with a manual stick shift, 4WD ? Will these two years models be able to install a snorkel ?

[@plumflower22]

Can I just plug and play a USB switch on one of the open wired switch? Or are the wires switches exclusive to lights ,subwoofer ,etc

[@reginaldcapers9478]

How does that big round incline button in the ceiling work?

[@shaniquarameraz1213]

i’m just learning to drive and i’m so lucky and grateful for my first car! it’s a 2010 black fj :)

[@FJX2000_Productions]

The FJ was my first car too! Congrats!

[@onenikkione]

Hopefully you understand the maintenance required by this vehicle, don't skimp so it will last a long time.

[@stevemcgavren7645]

Can the right-side steering wheel buttons be added to FJs that didn't have them originally?

[@jimmy-buffett]

+1 for ATRAC, I've needed my rear diff locker maybe 5-6 times in 10 years of wheeling in Colorado. ATRAC is amazing for our terrain here in Colorado. If you live somewhere that you need wheel speed to dig -- mud, snow -- then ATRAC is not a great solution as it limits wheel speed.

[@FJX2000_Productions]

When I said in the video how "some people swear by A-TRAC," you are who I was referring to 😂

[@jimmy-buffett]

@@FJX2000_Productions hahaha I knew it, I just didn't want to presume :)

[@ellesimone3901]

Hi question, my FJ 2014 , didn’t come with back parking sensor switch, I would like to purchase one. Finding parts for F J are difficult. Help! Thank you

[@ianreed4899]

Where can I get / find different switches "zombie symbol" for instance that has the correct wiring plug in it. Not just 3 skinning wires from Amazon /China. Thank-you and excellent video on the switches. Appreciate it

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Perhaps you could look at CHI4x4 for the switch you are looking for!

[@oskar009]

I have a 2012 FJ and notice that my driver side seats under the seat has an electrical connection, not sure what’s that for?

[@rabiaaoude6839]

any videos or information in how to dismantle the roof panel to add switch ?

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Unfortunately I don’t have any videos, but you may find some guides on the FJCruiserForums.com

[@michaelf1137]

How do you do a daytime running lights switch to kill the headlamps during daytime? That way I can drive blackout. Thanks. Great info.

[@FJX2000_Productions]

I would check out the FJCruiserForums and you can figure out how to do that. I did it to my first FJ Cruiser but it has been a while so I cannot remember exactly how I did it.

[@michaelf1137]

@@FJX2000_Productions Thanks. Great content on your channel. I have a 2008 FJ that I got on Memorial Day. I love it. Stock with almost all upgraded packages that the 2wd can have. Keep up the great work. All the best.

[@tmaxx2912]

There is a DRL plug behind your driver side fascia (assuming LHD). If you unplug that, setting your headlight switch to off should completely kill all lights. Wanderlost Overland shows the exact location in their projector LED headlight video.

[@Space_Gauche]

@@tmaxx2912 That was the first thing I did to my FJ....that and new mirror lights. I just drive with the stick in 1st position all the time so my mirrors are on but main lights off.

[@robertsmith2624]

Can dealer wire 400x115 pugs in rear, my 2010 does not have wires fj

[@micholy]

where did you get your roof rack?

[@stevedrawdy2532]

Nothing shows up on the dash when I press my RSCA button. I verified the dash light isn't burnt out, it lights up when turning the ignition on. Any suggestions? This is a 2010.

[@olivevideogames]

Are all 2014 Ultimate Editions 4WD?

[@brendonmckee4334]

Hi, would you mind helping .Where would I find engine running active only. like ignition sensing wire for DC to DC charger. Has to only be active when the engine is actually running. Much appreciated if you can.

[@FJX2000_Productions]

If you check the fuse box below and to the left of the steering wheel, there are some fuse locations that are wired in there already to only work with the FJ turned on, so I would look into figuring out which ones that applies to. There are some threads with labeled images on the forums but using a special tool that light up when power is present will also work

[@10changes]

Is there a light on the instrument pannel that indicates whether A-TRACK is switched on such as the rest of the train functions.

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Yep when in low 4wd if you press the A-Trac button a light will come on on the dash

[@genet8597]

😎👍

[@YUKONCAMINO]

I'm trying to sort out if the a-trac/diff locker hack has already been done my '07 FJ built in 08/06. As far as I can tell, from offroading my rig, a-trac and the diff locker work in tandem. The back of the a-trac button has a spliced wire but I can't follow it's path behind the dash, nor do I know what to look for. Do you know of a good tutorial on how to perform the hack? I didn't see anything on youtube. I'm the 2nd owner.

[@FJX2000_Productions]

I would hunt for the hack instructions on the FJCrusierForums, that’s where it was first shared. If you cannot find the thread let me know.

[@cali467]

I don’t have the VSC OFF switch but I do have the light on my dash lit up like a Christmas tree along with what feels like every other light: all happening after a new clutch put in. I can use a computer to reset/turn off the lights but give me 2min up to 30 min MAX drive time & guess who’s back: ALL THE LIGHTS AGAIN! HELP PLEASE!!! I have an 08 model. 6spd straight shift (manual) 4x4 w/ 4wd. Manufactured 07/07. Looks like maybe a toggle switch used to be in place but just the empty switch port is in place now. Accompanied by RR-Diff and A-Trac buttons and the parking sensor button too. Honestly I’m not sure exactly what base model it is or if it’s TRD as silly as may sound. Love my FJ though and love doing own work- SUPER Appreciate your channel and this forum THANK YOU!! I really hope someone sees this and can give me some insight! Thank you in advance!!

[@FJX2000_Productions]

I would recommend finding a group on Facebook or joining the FJCruiserForums and sharing your situation there, there will be a larger number of people who will see it and can chime in then here on the comments section of a KZbin video.

[@EDuarteG]

My 07 is fully equiped And I recently found a blanc switch attached with a wiring harness. Any Idea what is the wiring for? Maybe traction control off?

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Watch the video and pay special attention to the years certain switches were used on the FJ and where they are located. 2007 FJs didnt have a traction control off switch, it wasn't added until 2009. Which blank switch are you talking about?

[@EDuarteG]

@@FJX2000_Productions bottom left on the central panel. And as I told you I'm fully loaded (difflock, atrac, subwoofer, parking assist, power inverter...)

[@FJX2000_Productions]

@@EDuarteG sounds like it is probably a plug for the auxiliary lights then 👍

[@eze8024]

Dang, do you know if atrac can be easily added to a tacoma with factory equipped rr diff lock but no atrac?

[@FJX2000_Productions]

I am not familiar with the Tacomas unfortunately, but perhaps the Tacoma forums can share such insight 🤷‍♂️

[@michaelsantiago8161]

Hi I have a 2010 4x2 and it have the aux button can I change it to the one with the USB included obviously i am asking oem

[@FJX2000_Productions]

I am not sure if that can be done, since the USB was incorporated into the 2011+ JBL headunit. But there are other options out there so you can add the USB into one of the blank switch slots, that's what I did in my FJ Cruiser.

[@Drewbai52]

Wow! I have had my FJ Cruiser since it had 6K miles on it (164K now)-- like 15-16 years? I found the purpose of two buttons I didn't know about. (parking and security) Cool and Thanks! However, how do I decode the date built from the stickers in the door?

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Glad I could help! So the door jamb sticker will have a date printed in the top right corner, it will look like this, 12/07, which would mean December of 2007. So just look for that for your build date.

[@janicesimmonds8935]

Is there a possibility to install a pain sensor switch…I mean, is there a sensor it will activate if you don’t have that in the bumper? Can it be added? A friend upgraded his bumper and gave me the sensor and wiring

[@FJX2000_Productions]

A pain sensor?

[@janicesimmonds8935]

That should say: parking sensor...not pain sensor

[@johanetlhobolo]

How do i set GPS on 2013 FJ

[@fedoratheexplora7180]

Just bought a used 07 FJ. Something is draining the battery over night. Not sure what it is and it only kills the battery on cold nights. Thinking I have an after market stero. But not sure why it would be draining.

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Yeah maybe the aftermarket stereo, or perhaps it’s time for a new battery, cold weather can drain old batteries quickly

[@aggregor95]

2012 with subwoofer button but nothing happens if i press it

[@jorgemanuelhernandezlopez8698]

So, where can I find the Subwoofer switch on the newest models?? How can I activate it??

[@FJX2000_Productions]

In 2011+ models there is no subwoofer switch as they switched to the JBL sound system. So all subwoofer control is in the head unit itself

[@MH-pe3di]

Can i add power outlet button? Can i add the plug and button easly?

[@FJX2000_Productions]

I actually don’t know! I’ve never looked to much into it. I think most people who want to add an outlet go with something aftermarket that is superior to the OEM option anyways. But yeah adding the OEM switch and plug…. I’m not sure. They are difficult parts to find so not many folks do it.

[@lonesomecricket7721]

🙂

[@lonesomecricket7721]

Dose anyone know if I buy a aftermarket subwoofer/amplifier box can I simply plug it into the factory plug in the rear and buy a sub switch to operate it as factory or is it more involved. Thanks 🙂

[@FJX2000_Productions]

It may be more complicated than that, but I know most people who buy aftermarket subwoofers and amps need the upgraded wiring anyway and usually an aftermarket head unit as well so at that point there is no sense in trying to add the OEM subwoofer switch

[@lonesomecricket7721]

@@FJX2000_Productions thank you for the reply 👍🏻

[@scotroberts6541]

What's the far left button on my 2010 saying off mean?

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Go to 10:14

[@Cowsrblack]

Never knew I had a reverse parking sensors. Neither did the previous owner. Crazy

[@FJX2000_Productions]

Glad this helped!