washer fluid TOYOTA SEQUOIA 2011 2.G Owners Manual

192 2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
■The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when
The engine switch must be in the ON position.
■ If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked and if there is washer fluid in
the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■ When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled
toward you and held continually.
■ When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact your Toyota dealer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
Wipers will automatically oper-
ate a couple of times after the
washer squirts.

194
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight cleaner switch
: If equipped
■The headlight cleaner can be operated when
The engine switch is in the ON position and the headlights are turned on.
NOTICE
■When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not use this function when the washer fluid tank is empty. This may
cause the washer fluid pump to overheat.
Washer fluid can be sprayed on the headlights.
Press the switch to clean the
headlights.

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2-5. Driving information
2
When driving
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav-
ity of battery electrolyte.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the rear tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions.
●Do not try to forcibly open a window, scrape an outside rear
view mirror surface or move a wiper or outside rear view mir-
ror that is frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to
melt the ice. Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it
from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of th e climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
● Remove any ice that has accumu lated on the vehicle chassis.
● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow
that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the
brakes.

505
4-2. Maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Battery Maintenance-free. (P. 524)
Brake fluid At the correct level? (P. 521)
Engine coolant At the correct level? (P. 519)
Engine oil At the correct level? (P. 515)
Exhaust system No fumes or strange sounds?
Power steering fluid At the correct level? (P. 523)
Radiator/condenser/hoses Not blocked with foreign matter?
(
P. 521)
Washer fluid At the correct level? (P. 527)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supp lement”. It is recommended that
any problem you notice should be brought to the attention of your
Toyota dealer or qualified service shop for advice.

510 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
ItemsParts and tools
Light bulbs ( P. 558)• Bulb with same number and watt-
age rating as original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver
Power steering fluid level (P. 523) • Automatic transmission fluid
DEXRON
® II or III
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding power steering fluid)
Radiator and condenser (P. 521) 
Tire inflation pressure (
P. 536) • Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
(P. 527) • Water
• Washer fluid containing antifreeze
(for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding washer fluid)

514
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Engine compar tment
Washer fluid tank (P. 527)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 515)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 519)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 516)Brake fluid reservoir
( P. 521)
Fuse box ( P. 547)
Battery ( P. 524)
Radiator ( P. 521)
Condenser ( P. 521)
Power steering fluid reservoir ( P. 523)

527
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
Washer fluid
Add washer fluid in the following situations.
● Any washer does not work.
● The low washer fluid warning light comes on.
● The warning message appears on the multi-information display.
(if equipped)
Open the lid.
Add washer fluid.

528 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
CAUTION
■When refilling the washer fluid
Do not refill the washer fluid when the engine is hot or running, as the
washer fluid contains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the engine etc.
NOTICE
■Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid.
Doing so may cause streaking on the vehicle’s painted surfaces.
■ Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary.
Refer to the freezing temperatures listed on the washer fluid tank.

586 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
(On the center panel)Front passenger’s seat
belt reminder light
(warning buzzer)
*3
Warns the front passen-
ger to fasten his/her seat
belt.
Fasten the seat belt.
Tire pressure warning
light
• When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pres-
sure. Adjust the tire
inflation pressure.
• When the light comes on after blinking for 1
minute: Malfunction in
the tire pressure warning
system. Have the system
checked by your
Toyota dealer.
Low fuel level warning
light
Low level of fuel. Refuel the vehicle.
*4Low washer fluid warn-
ing light
Low level of washer fluid. Fill the tank.
*4
(U.S.A.)Engine oil replacement
reminder light
• Illuminates for about 3
seconds and then flashes
for about 12 seconds: Indi-
cates that the engine oil is
scheduled to be changed. Check the engine oil,
and change if neces-
sary.
• Comes on and remains: Indicates that the engine
oil should be changed. Check and change the
engine oil.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure

594 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
(Flashing)Indicates that the park-
ing brake is still
engaged with the vehicle
having reached a speed
of more than 3 mph (5
km/h).
A buzzer also sounds
intermittently. Release the parking
brake.
Indicates that the
washer fluid level is low. A buzzer also sounds. Add washer fluid.
(U.S.A. only) Indicates that the engine
oil is scheduled to be
changed.
A buzzer also sounds.
Check the engine oil,
and change if neces-
sary.
Comes on approxi-
mately 4500 miles (7200
km) after the engine oil
is changed. (The indica-
tor will not work prop-
erly unless the oil
maintenance data has
been reset).
(U.S.A. only) Indicates that the engine
oil should be changed.
A buzzer also sounds.
Check and change the
engine oil.
Comes on approxi-
mately 5000 miles (8000
km) after the engine oil
is changed (and the oil
maintenance data has
been reset).
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure