emergency towing TOYOTA SEQUOIA 2010 2.G Owners Manual

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
13 FOG
15 A Front fog lights
14 STOP 15 AStop lights, high mounted stop-
light, vehicle stability control sys-
tem, anti-lock brake system, shift
lock system, multiport fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system, towing converter
15 TOW BRK 30 A Trailer brake controller
16 IMB 7.5 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
17 AM2 7.5 A Starting system
18 TOWING 30 A Towing converter
19 ALT-S 5 A Charging system
20 TURN-HAZ 15 A Turn signal lights, emergency
flashers, towing converter
21 F/PMP 15 A No circuit
22 ETCS 10 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, electric throttle control sys-
tem
23 MET-B 5 A Gauges and meters
24 AMP 30 AAudio system, rear view monitor,
navigation system, rear seat enter-
tainment system
25 RAD NO.1 15 A Audio system, rear view monitor,
navigation system, rear seat enter-
tainment system
26 ECU-B1 7.5 AMultiplex communication system,
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, auto anti-glare inside rear
view mirror, power outlets, power
front driver’s seat, power tilt and
power telescopic, power back door
FuseAmpereCircuit

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towingThe following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer before towing.
● The engine is running, but the vehicle will not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available, in an emergency your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency
towing eyelet. This should only attempted on hard, surfaced roads for
short distances at low speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The
vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in
good condition.
Towing eyelet
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
your Toyota dealer or a commerci al towing service, using a lift-type
truck or a flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all to wing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.
The wheels and axle on the groun d must be in good condition.
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.

558 5-1. Essential information
■Emergency towin g procedure
The engine switch must be in the ACC (engine off) or the ON
(engine running) position.
4WD models: Put the front wheel drive control switch in 2WD.
Put the shift lever in N.
Release the parking brake.
CAUTION
■ Caution while towing
●Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle.
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive
stress on the emergency towing eyelet and the cables or chains.
● If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering
will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the four wheels on the ground.
This may cause serious damage to the transmission.
■ Emergency towing eyelet precautions
● Before emergency towing, check that the eyelet is not broken or damaged
and that the installation bolts are not loose.
● Fasten the towing cable or chain securely to the eyelet.
● Do not jerk the eyelet. Apply steady and even force.
● To avoid damaging the eyelet, do not pull from the side or at a vertical
angle. Always pull straight ahead.

586 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Firmly tighten each nut two or
three times in the order shown in
the illustration.
Tightening torque:
154 ft·lbf (209 N·m, 21.3 kgf·m)*
*
: When used on aluminum wheel, apply 97 ft·lbf (131
N·m, 13.4 kgf·m)
Stowing the flat tire, jack and all tools
Remove the center wheel ornament by pushing from the
reverse side.
Lay down the tire with the outer side facing up, and install the
holding bracket.
Then secure the tire, taking care that the tire goes straight up
without catching on any other part, to prevent it from flying for-
ward during a collisi on or sudden braking.
Keep winding until three clicks are heard.
Stow the tools and jack securely.
■After completing the tire change
The tire pressure warnin g system must be reset. ( P. 514)
■When using the temporary spare tire
As the temporary spare tire is not equipped with the tire pressure warn-
ing valve and transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not
be warned. Also, if you replace the temporary spare tire after the tire
pressure warning light comes on, the light remains on.

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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.
Restart the engine.
Turn off the VSC. ( P. 230, 231)
Shift the shift lever to D or R and carefully apply the accel-
erator to free the vehicle.

648 Alphabetical index
Dinghy towing .......................... 265
DisplayTrip information ..................... 173
Warning message ................. 575
Do-it-yourself main tenance..... 493
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights .............. 417
Wattage ................................. 616
Doors Back door ................................42
Door glasses ...........................89
Door lock ...........................33, 37
Side doors ...............................37
Side mirrors .............................83
Driver's seat belt reminder light ......................................... 568
Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 145
Correct posture ..................... 106
Procedures ............................ 144
Winter driving tips.................. 245
Driving position memory...........61
DVD player ................................ 360
Electronically modulated air suspension............................. 216
Emergency flashers Switch.................................... 556
Emergency, in case of If the engine will not start ...... 591
If the shift lever cannot be shifted ................................. 593
If the vehicle has discharged battery ................................. 595
If the warning buzzer sounds ................................ 566
If the warning light turns
on ........................................ 566
If the warning message is displayed............................. 575
If you have a flat tire ............. 580
If you lose your keys ............. 594 If you think something is
wrong .................................. 562
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 601
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 557
If your vehicle overheats ....... 598
Engine
Compartment ........................ 498
Engine switch ........................ 153
Hood ..................................... 497
How to start the engine ................................. 153
Identification number............. 606
If the engine will not start ...... 591
Ignition switch ...................... 153
Overheating .......................... 598
Engine coolant Capacity ................................ 611
Checking ............................... 503
Preparing and checking before winter .................................. 245
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ...................................... 163
Engine immobilizer system .... 101
Engine oil Capacity ................................ 608
Checking ............................... 499
Preparing and checking before winter .................................. 245
Engine switch........................... 153
Event data recorder ................. 564
FFV ...................................... 96, 617
Flex-fuel .............................. 96, 617
Flexible fuel vehicle ........... 96, 617
Floor mat .................................. 466
Fluid Brake..................................... 505
Washer.................................. 511
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 542
Switch ................................... 185
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Alphabetical index
Total load capacity .................. 244
Towing
Dinghy towing ....................... 265
Emergency towing ................ 557
Trailer towing ........................ 249
Traction control ....................... 229
TRAC ........................................ 229
Trip information....................... 173
Trip meter................................. 163
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 542
Switch ................................... 160
Wattage ................................ 616
Valet key..................................... 32
Vanity lights Vanity lights .......................... 444
Wattage ................................ 616
Vanity mirrors .......................... 444
Vehicle identification
number................................... 606
Vehicle stability control .......... 229
VSC ........................................... 229
Warning buzzers
Brake system........................ 566
Open door ............................ 568
Seat belt reminder ................ 568
Warning lights ABS ...................................... 567
Airbag system....................... 567
Anti-lock brake system ......... 567
Brake assist system ............. 567
Brake system........................ 566
Charging system .... .............. 566
Electronic engine control
system................................ 567
Engine oil pressure............... 567
Malfunction indicator lamp.... 567
Master warning light ............. 569
Open door ............................ 568
Pretensioners ....................... 567 Seat belt reminder light .........568
SRS airbags ..........................567
Tire pressure warning light ....569
Warning messages ..................575
Washer Checking ...............................511
Preparing and checking before winter .......................245
Switch............................186, 188
Washing and waxing ...............482
Weight Cargo capacity ......................240
Load limits .............................244
Weight ...................................605
Wheels ......................................524
Window glasses ..................89, 91
Window lock switch ...................89
Windows Power back window ................91
Power windows .......................89
Rear window defogger ..........280
Washer ..........................186, 188
Windshield wiper de-icer.........282
Windshield wipers ...................186
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............529
Wireless remote control ..........33
WMA disc ..................................306
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