tow TOYOTA SEQUOIA 2014 2.G Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping, and safe-driving information.
3Interior
featuresAir conditioning and multimedia systems, as well as
other interior features for a comfortable driving experi-
ence.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt
and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .................. 187
Fog light switch ................... 193
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 195
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 199
Headlight cleaner switch ..... 201
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ...................... 202
Dynamic laser cruise control ............................... 206
Intuitive parking assist......... 220
Rear view monitor system .............................. 227
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ... 238
Electronically modulated air suspension................... 244
AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension System) ......... 249
Four-wheel drive system ..... 250
AUTO LSD system.............. 255
Driving assist systems ........ 257
2-5. Driving information Off-road precautions ........... 265
Cargo and luggage ............. 270
Vehicle load limits ............... 275
Winter driving tips ............... 277
Trailer towing ...................... 281
Dinghy towing ..................... 301 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Front air conditioning system .............................. 304
Rear air conditioning system .............................. 313
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers ............... 317
Windshield wiper de-icer .... 319
3-2. Using the multimedia system Multimedia system types .... 320
Entune Audio ...................... 322
USB port/AUX port ............. 326
Setup menu ........................ 327
Basic audio operations ....... 331
Using the radio ................... 336
Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA/AAC discs ...... 338
Listening to an iPod ............ 345
Listening to a USB memory device ................. 351
Using the AUX port............. 356
Connecting Bluetooth
®....... 357
Listening to Bluetooth®
audio ................................ 379
Using a Bluetooth
®
phone ............................... 380
3Interior features

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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers ............ 552
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................ 553
If you think something is wrong ................................ 559
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 560
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 561
If a warning message is displayed (vehicles with
multi-information
display) ............................. 572
If you have a flat tire............ 578
If the engine will not start .... 589
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P.................... 591
If you lose your keys ........... 592
If the vehicle battery is discharged ........................ 593
If your vehicle overheats ..... 596
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 599
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency ................... 600 6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 604
Fuel information.................. 615
Tire information .................. 620
6-2. Customization Customizable features........ 631
Items to initialize ................. 635
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ................ 638
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 639
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 642
Abbreviation list ........................ 654
Alphabetical index .................... 656
What to do if... .......................... 665
5When trouble arises6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
Index

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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Emergency flasher switch P. 552
TOW/HAUL switch
P. 163
Height control
switches
 P. 244
AVS switch P. 249
Center differential lockswitch
*1 P. 251
Accessory meter
control switches

Multi-information display
control switches
*3
P. 184
P. 178Intuitive parking assist switch
 P. 220
Front wheel drive control
switch
*1
Coin holder
*2
P. 250
P. 412

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Before driving
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Conditions affecting operation
The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the follow-
ing situations.
●Near a TV tower, radio station, electr ic power plant, airport or other facil-
ity that generates strong radio waves
● When carrying a portable radio, cell ular phone or other wireless commu-
nication device
● When multiple wireless keys are in the vicinity
● When the wireless key has come into contact with, or is covered by a
metallic object
● When a wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby
● When the wireless key has been left near an electrical appliance such as
a personal computer
■ When riding in an aircraft
When bringing a wireless remote control onto an aircraft, make sure you do
not press any buttons on the wireless remote control while inside the aircraft
cabin. If you are carrying a wireless remote control in your bag etc., ensure
that the buttons are not likely to be pressed accidentally. Pressing a button
may cause the wireless remote control to emit radio waves that could inter-
fere with the operation of the aircraft.
■ Customization
●That can be configured at Toyota dealer (vehicles without multi-informa-
tion display)
Settings (e.g. wireless remote control) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 631)
● It is possible to change the settings (vehicles with multi-information dis-
play) (Feature customization P. 181)

56 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
■Getting out of the vehicle
Depress the release pedal and
fold down the seatback. The seat
will slide forward.
Move the seat to the front-most
position
Make sure that no passenger is
seated on the second seat before
depressing the release pedal.
■After passengers have entered/exited the vehicle
Lift up the seatback and slide the seat backward until it locks.
Folding down the second seat
■ Before folding down the second seat
Adjust the head restraint to the
downmost position.
Stow the rear seat belt buckle.

58 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
Folding down the third seat
■ Before folding down the third seat
To release the hooked end tab,
insert the key or concaved end
tab into the hole on the buckle.
Retract the belt slowly when
releasing and stowing the seat
belt.
Stow the seat belt tabs in the
cover set in the roof as shown.

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1-3. Adjustable components (s
eats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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Before driving
Adjust the center head restraint
to the downmost position.
Stow the third seat belt buckles.

62 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
CAUTION
■When adjusting a rear seat
●Be careful that the seat does not hit passengers or luggage.
● Do not recline the seat more than necessary when the vehicle is in motion
to reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt. If the seat is too reclined,
the lap belt may slide past the hips and apply restraint forces directly to the
abdomen or your neck may contact the shoulder belt, increasing the risk of
death or serious injury in the event of an accident.
● Do not depress the second seat release pedal from the third seat while t\
he
second seat is occupied.
● Be careful not to get your hands or feet caught in the seat.
■ Before folding down a rear seat
Do not fold down a rear seat when there are passengers sitting in the rear
seats or when there is luggage placed on/under the rear seats.
■ After adjusting a seat
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
●Make sure that the seat and seatback are securely locked in position by
lightly rocking them back and forth.
● Check that the seat belts are not twisted or caught under the seat.
NOTICE
■When folding down the seats
The seat belts and buckles must be stowed.
■ Second seatback board weight capacity
Do not place any object heavier than 220 lb. (100 kg) on the second seat-
back board.
■ Before sliding the second center seat to the most forward position
(vehicles with bench type second seat)
Ensure that the cup holder on the front console box is closed.

72 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
Third center seat belt
The third center seat belt is a 3-po int type restraint with 2 buckles. Both
seat belt buckles must be correctly located and securely latched for
proper operation.
Make sure that the buckle is
securely latched for ready use of
the center seat belt.Matches the tab with the
hooked end (tab “A”)
Matches the tab with the con-
caved end (tab “B”)
■ Release method
The belt can be completely released when not required, such as
when folding down the third seat.
To release the tab “B”, push
the buckle release button.
To release the tab “A”, insert
the key (P. 30) or tab “B” into
the hole on the buckle.
Retract the belt slowly when
releasing and stowing the seat
belt.