air conditioning TOYOTA SEQUOIA 2012 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 audio systems, as well as other in-
terior features for a comfortable driving experience.
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 .................. 188
Fog light switch ................... 194
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 196
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 200
Headlight cleaner switch ..... 202
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ...................... 203
Dynamic laser cruise control ............................... 207
Intuitive parking assist......... 220
Rear view monitor system .............................. 227
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ... 236
Electronically modulated air suspension................... 241
AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension System) ......... 246
Four-wheel drive system ..... 247
AUTO LSD system.............. 252
Driving assist systems ........ 254
2-5. Driving information Off-road precautions ........... 261
Cargo and luggage ............. 266
Vehicle load limits ............... 270
Winter driving tips ............... 272
Trailer towing ...................... 276
Dinghy towing ..................... 296 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Front air conditioning system .............................. 300
Rear air conditioning system .............................. 308
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ......................... 312
Windshield wiper de-icer .... 314
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ........................... 315
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system ...................... 317
Using the radio ................... 321
Using the CD player ........... 329
Playing MP3 and WMA discs ................................. 338
Operating an iPod .............. 346
Operating a USB memory ............................ 352
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 359
Using the AUX port............. 363
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 365
3-3. Using the Bluetooth
® audio
system
Bluetooth
® audio system .... 368
Using the Bluetooth®
audio system .................... 371
3Interior features

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Luggage compartment features ............................. 500
Garage door opener............ 505
Compass ............................. 511
4-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior............ 518
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior............. 520
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ..................... 523
General maintenance.......... 525
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................... 528
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 529
Hood ................................... 533
Engine compartment ........... 534
Tires .................................... 549
Tire inflation pressure ......... 556
Wheels ................................ 560
Air conditioning filter............ 563
Wireless remote control battery ............................... 566
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 568
Light bulbs........................... 580 5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers............ 594
If your vehicle needs to be towed........................... 595
If you think something is wrong ............................... 601
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 602
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 603
If a warning message is displayed (vehicles
with multi-information
display) ............................. 613
If you have a flat tire ........... 619
If the engine will not start.... 630
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .............. 632
If you lose your keys........... 633
If the vehicle battery is discharged........................ 634
If your vehicle overheats .... 637
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 640
If your vehicle has to be stopped
in an emergency............... 641
4Maintenance and care
5When trouble arises

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Vehicles without rear seat entertainment system
Rear air conditioning
system
P. 308
Power outlet P. 483Cup holders P. 468

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Pictorial indexInterior
Vehicles with rear seat entertainment system
Rear air conditioning
system
P. 308
Power outlet P. 483Cup holders P. 468
A/V input port
P. 409
Headphone jacks P. 387

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*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”
Seat heater switches
Seat heater and ventilator
switches

P. 489
P. 492
Air conditioning
system
P. 300
Power outlet P. 483
Audio system
Navigation system
*
P. 317Rear window defogger switch/
Rear window defogger and outside rear
view mirror defogger switch
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Windshield wiper de-icer

P. 312
P. 314Security indicator
P. 107, 109Accessory meter
P. 185
Cigarette lighter P. 481
AUX port
AUX port/USB port

P. 363
P. 346, 352, 363
: If equipped

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Front air conditioning system ........................... 300
Rear air conditioning system ........................... 308
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ....................... 312
Windshield wiper de-icer ............................ 314
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ......................... 315
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system ................... 317
Using the radio ................. 321
Using the CD player ......... 329
Playing MP3 and WMA discs............................... 338
Operating an iPod ............ 346
Operating a USB memory .......................... 352
Optimal use of the audio system ........................... 359
Using the AUX port .......... 363
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............... 365 3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio
system
Bluetooth
® audio
system ........................... 368
Using the Bluetooth
®
audio system.................. 371
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable
player ............................. 376
Setting up a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable
player ............................. 378
Bluetooth
® audio system
setup .............................. 383
3-4. Using the rear audio/video system
Rear seat entertainment system ........................... 384
Using the DVD player (DVD video) ................... 392
Using the DVD player (video CD)...................... 401
Using the DVD player (audio CD/CD text) ........ 404
Using the DVD player (MP3 discs) .................... 406
Using the video mode ...... 409
Changing the Setup Menu settings .......................... 411
Interior features3

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Front air conditioning system
Airflow and outlets are automatically adjusted according to the tem-
perature setting.
Control panel
Fan speed
control dial
Outside air or
recirculated air mode Front passenger’s
side temperature
control dial
Air conditioning ON/OFF switch
Simultaneous
mode
Rear air conditioning ON/OFF switch
Temperature control for rear
passengers Air outlet
selection dial
Driver's side temperature
control dial
Automatic mode Windshield defogger
Fan OFF switch

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system
and defogger
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Interior features
Using the automatic mode
Press .
The air conditioning system will begin to operate. Air outlets and fan
speed are automatically adjusted according to the temperature set-
ting.
Turn the temperature control dial clockwise (warm) or coun-
terclockwise (cool).
The temperature for the driver and passenger seat can be set sepa-
rately.
Display
Front passenger’s side
temperature setting display
Fan speed display
Airflow display
Driver’s side temperature
setting display Temperature setting
display for rear passengers

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Adjusting the settings
■ Adjusting the temperature setting
Turn the temperature control dial clockwise (warm) or counter-
clockwise (cool).
The air conditioning system sw itches between individual and
simultaneous modes each time is pressed.
● Simultaneous mode (the indicator on is on)
The driver’s side temperature control dial can be used to adjust
the temperature for all seats.
● Individual mode (the indicator on is off)
The temperature for the driver’s, front passenger’s and rear
seats ( P. 308) can be adjusted separately. Operate the pas-
senger’s side or rear temperature controls to enter individual
mode.
■ Adjusting the fan speed
Turn the fan speed control dial clockwise (increase) or counter-
clockwise (decrease).
The fan speed is shown on the display. (7 levels)
Press to turn the fan off.