lock TOYOTA SEQUOIA 2008 2.G Owners Manual

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the engine will not star t
If the engine still does not start after following the correct starting
procedure ( P. 145) or releasing the steering lock (P. 146), confirm
the following points.
■ The engine will not start even when the starter motor oper-
ates normally.
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 once more following correct starting
procedures.
● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(  P. 9 6 )
■ The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and
headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at
a low volume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
●The battery may be discharged. ( P. 532)
● The battery terminal connec tions may be loose or corroded.
■ The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and
headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged. ( P. 532)
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there
may be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent
accidental operation of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to
ensure that the shift lever can be shifted.
Set the parking brake.
Turn the engine switch to the ACC or ON position.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flat-
head screwdriver or equiva-
lent.
Press the shift lock override
button.
The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to rock the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the sur-
rounding area is clear, to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or persons.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.
■ When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may
cause an accident and result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and do not rev the engine.
● If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures, the vehicle may
require towing to be freed.
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and put the shift
lever in P.
Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide
traction under the tires.
2WD models: Activate the AUTO LSD. ( P. 212)
4WD models: Shift the front wh eel drive control switch to
4L.
Then push the center differential lock switch. ( P. 209)
Carefully apply the accelerator to free the vehicle.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Automatic transmission
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary,
contact your Toyota dealer.
Transfer (4WD models)
Fluid
capacity
*
4.7 L V8
(2UZ-FE)
engine Vehicles without towing package
11.1 qt. (10.5 L, 9.2 Imp.qt.)
Vehicles with towing package
11.7 qt. (11.1 L, 9.8 Imp.qt.)
5.7 L V8
(3UR-FE)
engineVehicles without towing package
11.7 qt. (11.1 L, 9.8 Imp.qt.)
Vehicles with towing package
12.4 qt. (11.7 L, 10.3 Imp.qt.)
Fluid type
Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS”
may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission
accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic
transmission of your vehicle.
Oil capacity 1.43 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 Imp.qt.)
Oil typeGear oil API GL-5
Recommended oil viscosity SAE 75W-90

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Vehicle specifications
6-2. Customization
Customizable features
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomizedsetting
Wireless
remote con-
trol
(
P. 3 3 ) Wireless remote control ON OFF
Unlocking operation
Driver’s door
unlocked in
one step, all
doors
unlocked in
two stepsAll doors
unlocked in
one step
Automatic door lock
function to be activated
if door is not opened
after being unlocked ON OFF
Time elapsed before
automatic door lock
function is activated if
door is not opened after
being unlocked 60 seconds
0 seconds
30 seconds
120 seconds
Operation signal
(Emergency flashers) ON OFF
Operation signal
(Buzzer) ON OFF
Panic function ON OFF
Buzzer sounds when
pushing LOCK with any
door not closed ON OFF
Your vehicle includes a variety of electronic features that can be per-
sonalized to your preferences.
Programming these preferences
requires specialized equipment and may be performed by an autho-
rized Toyota dealership.
Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other functions
being customized. Contact your Toyota dealer for further details.

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*: It is possible to select them only when the power back door operation with theopen/close switch is made impossible when the door is locked.
Wireless
remote con-
trol
(
P. 33)
Power back door oper-
ation
Push and holdPush twice*
One short push*
Power back
door
( P. 41) Switch operation Push and hold One short push
Wireless remote control
linked operation
ON OFF
Operation signal vol-
ume OFF ON
Operation when door
locks Possible Impossible
Time elapsed before
back door closing func-
tion is activated when
pushing switch in the
luggage compartment 1.5 seconds
0 seconds
1 seconds
2 seconds
Door lock
( P. 37) Speed-detecting auto-
matic door lock function
ON
OFF
Opening driver’s door
unlocks all doors. OFF
ON
Shifting gears to “P”
unlocks all doors. ON
OFF
Shifting gears to posi-
tion other than “P” locks
all doors. OFF
ON
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting

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Vehicle specifications
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting
Door lock
( P. 37) Unlocking using a key Driver’s door
unlocked in
one step, all
doors
unlocked in
two stepsAll doors
unlocked in
one step
Power
windows
( P. 85) Door key linked opera-
tion
Open and closeOpen only
Close only OFF
Moon roof
( P. 89) Door key linked opera-
tion
Open and closeOpen only
Close only OFF
Linked operation of
components when door
key is used Slide only Tilt only
Automatic
light off
system
( P. 175) Light sensor sensitivity Level 3 Level 1 to 5
Time elapsed before
headlights automati-
cally turn off after doors
are closed
30 seconds
0 seconds
60 seconds
90 seconds
Back
window
( P. 87) Linked back door key
operation
Open and closeOpen only
Close only
Sensitivity of jam pro-
tection function Level 1 Level 2 to 4
Rear window
wiper and
washer
( P. 181) Washer linkage wiper
control
ON
OFF
Drip prevention function ON OFF

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Illumination
(
P. 362)Time elapsed before
lights turn off
15 seconds7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation after the
engine is off ON OFF
Operation when the
doors are unlocked ON OFF
Seat Belt
Reminder
Buzzer
(
P. 507) Vehicle speed linked
seat belt reminder
buzzer
ON OFF
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting

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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
2WDTwo Wheel Drive
4WD Four Wheel Drive ABS Anti-Lock Brake System
ACC Accessory
AI-SHIFT Artificial Intelligence shifting ALR Automatic Locking Retractor
A-TRAC Active Traction Control
AUTO LSD Automatic Limited Slip Differential AVS Adaptive Variable Suspension System
CRS Child Restraint System
ECU Electronic Control Unit
EDR Event Data Recorder ELR Emergency Locking Retractor
GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating
GCWR Gross Combination Weight Rating GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
I/M Emission inspection and maintenance
INT Intermittent
INFO Information
LED Light Emitting Diode LT Light truck
M + S Mud + Snow
MMT Methylcy clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether OBD On Board Diagnostics
PWR Power RES Resume

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ..................................... 250, 258
ABS ........................................... 214
Adaptive variable suspension system .................................... 207
Air conditioning filter............... 467
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter .............. 467
Front air conditioning
system ................................ 250
Rear air conditioning
system ................................ 258
Airbags Airbag operating
conditions............................ 106
Airbag precautions for your child .................................... 110
Airbag warning light............... 506
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions............................ 106
Curtain shield airbag precautions ......................... 110
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........... 116
General airbag precautions ......................... 110
Locations of airbags .............. 103
Modification and disposal of airbags ................................ 114
Proper driving posture ........................ 101, 110
Side airbag operating
conditions............................ 106
Side airbag precautions ........ 110
SRS airbags .......................... 103
Alarm ...........................................98
Antenna..................................... 272
Anti-lock brake system............ 214
Armrest ..................................... 402
Ashtrays.................................... 390
Audio input ............................... 294
Audio system
A/V input adapter .................. 319
Antenna ................................. 272 Audio input ............................ 294
Audio visual input .................. 319
AUX adapter ......................... 294
CD player/changer ................ 275
DVD player............................ 305
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 283
Optimal use ........................... 292
Portable music player ........... 294
Radio..................................... 269
Rear seat entertainment
system ................................ 298
Steering wheel audio switch.................................. 296
Type ...................................... 266
Audio visual input.................... 319
AUTO LSD system ................... 212
Automatic light control system .................................... 176
Automatic
transmission .................. 148, 152
AUX adapter ............................. 294
Auxiliary box ........................... 382
A/V input adapter ..................... 319
AVS ........................................... 207
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 483
Wattage................................. 554
Back door Back door ................................ 41
Wireless remote control .......... 33
Back window ........................... 87
Battery Checking ............................... 450
If the vehicle has discharged
battery................................. 532
Preparing and checking before
winter .................................. 229
Bluetooth
................................ 333
Bottle holder............................. 381
Brakes
Fluid ...................................... 446
Parking brake ........................ 156
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