immobilizer TOYOTA SEQUOIA 2021 Owners Manual (in English)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS2
SEQUOIA_OM_USA_OM0C035UFor your information....................... 8
Reading this manual .................... 14
How to search .............................. 15
Pictorial index .............................. 16
1-1. For safe use
Before driving ...................... 26
For safe driving ................... 28
Seat belts ............................ 30
SRS airbags ........................ 40
Front passenger occupant classification system ......... 51
Safety information for children ............................. 57
Child restraint systems ........ 58
Installing child restraints ...... 62
Exhaust gas precautions ..... 75
1-2. Emergency assistance Safety Connect.................... 76
1-3. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system............................... 82
Alarm ................................... 84
2. Instrument cluster Warning lights and indicators........................... 88
Gauges and meters............. 94
Multi-information display ..... 98
Fuel consumption information ...................... 104 3-1. Key information
Keys................................... 108
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Side doors ......................... 113
Back door .......................... 118
Smart key system .............. 128
3-3. Adjusting the seats Front seats......................... 136
Rear seats ......................... 138
Driving position memory .... 149
Head restraints .................. 154
3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel ................... 156
Inside rear view mirror ....... 158
Outside rear view mirrors ............................. 161
3-5. Opening, closing the windows and
moon roof
Power windows.................. 165
Power back window ........... 168
Moon roof .......................... 171
1For safety and security
2Instrument cluster
3Operation of
each component

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For safety and security1
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Before driving ...................... 26
For safe driving ................... 28
Seat belts ............................ 30
SRS airbags ........................ 40
Front passenger occupant classification system ......... 51
Safety information for children ............................. 57
Child restraint systems........ 58
Installing child restraints...... 62
Exhaust gas precautions..... 75
1-2. Emergency assistance Safety Connect ................... 76
1-3. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system .............................. 82
Alarm................................... 84

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821-3. Theft deterrent system
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Engine immobilizer system
The indicator light flashes after
the engine switch has been turned
off to indicate that the system is
operating.
The indicator light stops flashing
after the engine switch has been
turned to ACC or ON to indicate
that the system has been can-
celed.
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer syst em.
■ Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic ob ject
● If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system
(key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
The vehicle’s keys ha ve built-in transponder chips that prevent
the engine from starting if a key has not been previously regis -
tered in the vehicle’s on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehi-
cle.
This system is designed to help prevent vehicle theft but does
not guarantee absolute security against all vehicle thefts.

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831-3. Theft deterrent system
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For safety and security
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Certifications for the engine immobilizer system
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
FCC ID: MOZRI-42BTY
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause har mful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC WARNING:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party re sponsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equip ment.
For vehicles sold in Canada
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interfe rence, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired operation of the devi ce.
WARNING
■Certifications for the engine immobilizer system
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party re sponsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the e quipment.
NOTICE
■To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper
operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.

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2174-2. Driving procedures
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Driving
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If the engine does not start
●The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P. 82)
Contact your Toyota dealer.
● Check that the shift lever is securely set in P. The engine may not start if the
shift lever is displaced out of P. “Shift to P Position” will b e displayed on the
multi-information display.
■ Steering lock
After turning the engine switch off and opening and closing the doors, the
steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating the
engine switch again automatically cancels the steering lock.
■ When the steering lock cannot be released
■ Steering lock motor overheating prevention
To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, operation of the motor
may be suspended if the engine is turned on and off repeatedly in a short
period of time. In this case, refrain from running the engine. After about
10 seconds, the steering lock motor will resume functioning.
■ When “Smart Entry & Start System Check” is displayed on the multi-
information display
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Toyota dealer immediately.
■ If the electronic key battery is depleted
P. 446
■ Operation of the engine switch
●If the switch is not pressed shortly and firmly, the engine swi tch mode may
not change or the engine may not start.
● If attempting to restart the engine immediately after turning t he engine
switch off, the engine may not start in some cases. After turni ng the engine
switch off, please wait a few seconds before restarting the eng ine.
■ If the smart key system has been d eactivated by a customized setting
P. 507 A message will be displayed on the multi-
information display.
Check that the shift lever is in P. Press the
engine switch while turning the steering
wheel left and right.

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5057-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
If the engine will not star t
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
● The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine again following correct starting proc edures.
(  P. 214)
● There may be a malf unction in the engine immobilizer system.
(  P. 76)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The battery may be discharged. ( P. 509)
● The battery terminal connecti ons may be loose or corroded.
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an elec trical
problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. However, an in terim
measure is available to start the engine. ( P. 506)
If the engine will not start eve n though correct starting proce -
dures are being followed ( P. 214), consider each of the follow-
ing points:
The engine will not start even t hough the starter motor operates
normally.
The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and he ad-
lights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low
volume.
The starter motor d oes not turn over

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EDR (Event data recorder) ........ 11
Electronically modulated air suspension ....................... 309
Emergency flashers ................ 460
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds ................................ 470
If a warning light turns on ....................................... 470
If a warning message
is displayed......................... 479
If the engine will not start ...... 505
If the vehicle battery is discharged .......................... 509
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water ..................... 463
If you have a flat tire ............. 491
If you think something is wrong .............................. 468
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 516
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 461
If your vehicle needs to be towed ......................... 464
If your vehicle overheats ....... 513
Engine Compartment ........................ 415
Engine switch........................ 214
Hood ..................................... 414
How to start the engine ......... 214
Identification number ............ 522
If the engine will not start ...... 505
Ignition switch (engine switch) ................... 214
Overheating .......................... 513
Engine coolant ......................... 419 Capacity ................................ 526
Checking ............................... 419
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 334 Engine coolant temperature
gauge ....................................... 94
Engine immobilizer system ...... 76
Engine oil ................................. 416 Capacity................................ 524
Checking............................... 416
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 334
Engine switch .......................... 214
Event data recorder (EDR)........ 11
Flat tire ..................................... 491
Floor mats .................................. 26
Fluid Automatic transmission ........ 527
Brake .................................... 528
Power steering...................... 528
Washer ................................. 425
Fog lights ................................. 236 Replacing light bulbs ............ 457
Switch ................................... 236
Four-wheel drive system.................................... 315
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............. 51
Front personal lights............... 357
Front seats ............................... 136 Adjustment............................ 136
Cleaning ............................... 402
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Driving position memory ....... 149
Head restraints ..................... 154
Seat heaters ......................... 352
Seat position memory ........... 149
Seat ventilators ..................... 352
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Front side marker lights.......... 227Light switch ........................... 227
Replacing light bulbs............. 457
Front turn signal lights ........... 225 Replacing light bulbs............. 457
Turn signal lever ................... 225
Fuel ........................................... 244 Capacity ................................ 523
Fuel gauge .............................. 94
Fuel pump shut off system.... 469
Information ............................ 531
Refueling............................... 244
Type ...................................... 523
Warning light ......................... 472
Fuel consumption.................... 104
Fuel filler door.......................... 246 Refueling............................... 244
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 469
Fuses ........................................ 448
Garage door opener ................ 385
Gauges ....................................... 94
Glove box ................................. 360
Grocery bag hooks .................. 372
Hands-free system (for cellular phone)
*
Head restraints ........................ 154
Headlights ................................ 227 Automatic High Beam system ......... ....................... 231
Light switch ........................... 227
Replacing light bulbs............. 457
Heaters Air conditioning
system ....... ................. 340, 348
Outside rear view mirrors...... 343
Seat heaters ......................... 352
Hill-start assist control............ 322
Hood ......................................... 414 Hooks
Cargo hooks ......................... 371
Cargo net hooks ................... 371
Grocery bag hooks ............... 372
Retaining hooks (floor mat) .... 26
Horn .......................................... 157
I/M test ...................................... 410
Identification Engine .................................. 522
Vehicle .................................. 522
Ignition switch
(engine switch) ...................... 214
Illuminated entry system ........ 358
Immobilizer system ................... 76
Indicators ................................... 91
Initialization Maintenance ......................... 406
Moon roof ............................. 173
Power back window .............. 169
Power windows..................... 166
Tire pressure warning
system .......... ...................... 428
Inside rear view mirror ............ 158
Instrument panel light
control ...................................... 96
Interior lights ........................... 355
Intuitive parking assist ........... 290 Function ................................ 290
Warning message......... 481, 483
Jack Vehicle-equipped jack .......... 492
Jack handle .............................. 495
Jam protection function Moon roof ............................. 172
Power back door................... 121
Power back window .............. 169
Power windows..................... 166
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SwitchesAudio remote control switches
*
Automatic High Beam
switch ................................. 231
AVS (Adaptive Variable
Suspension System)
switch ................................. 314
Cruise control switch............. 276
Center differential lock
switch ................................. 316
Door lock switches ................ 114
Driving position memory
switches.............................. 149
Emergency flashers switch ... 460
Engine switch........................ 214
Fog light switch ..................... 236
Front-wheel drive control
switch ................................. 315
Garage door opener switches.............................. 385
Height control switches ......... 309
Interior light main switch ....... 356
Intuitive parking assist .......... 290
Ignition switch ....................... 214
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ................................... 268
Light switches ....................... 227
Meter control switches ............ 99
Moon roof switches ............... 171
Outside rear view mirror
switches.............................. 161
Personal light main switch .... 356
Power back window switch ................................. 168
Power door lock switch ......... 114
Power window switches ........ 165
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers
switch ................................. 343
Rear window wiper and washer switch ..................... 241
Seatback folding/returning
switches.............................. 138
Seat heater switches ............ 352 Seat ventilator switches ........ 352
Talk switch
*
Telephone switches*
Tilt and telescopic steering
control switch ..................... 156
Tire pressure warning reset switch ........................ 428
“TOW/HAUL” switch ............. 222
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance
button ................................. 276
VSC off switch ...................... 323
Window lock switch .............. 165
Windshield wipers and washer switch.............. 238
Tachometer ................................ 94
Tail lights.................................. 227 Light switch ........................... 227
Replacing light bulbs .... 452, 454
Wattage ................................ 530
Talk switch
*
Telephone switches*
Theft deterrent system Alarm ...................................... 84
Engine immobilizer system ..... 76
Tire inflation pressure............. 438 Maintenance data ................. 529
Warning light......................... 472
Tire information ....................... 534 Glossary ............................... 540
Size....................................... 536
Tire identification number ..... 535
Uniform Tire Quality Grading .............................. 538
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.