tow TOYOTA SEQUOIA 2013 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......... 221
Rear view monitor system .............................. 228
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ... 236
Electronically modulated air suspension................... 242
AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension System) ......... 247
Four-wheel drive system ..... 248
AUTO LSD system.............. 253
Driving assist systems ........ 255
2-5. Driving information Off-road precautions ........... 263
Cargo and luggage ............. 268
Vehicle load limits ............... 273
Winter driving tips ............... 275
Trailer towing ...................... 279
Dinghy towing ..................... 299 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Front air conditioning
system ................................ 302
Rear air conditioning system .............................. 310
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ......................... 314
Windshield wiper de-icer .............................. 316
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ........................... 317
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system ...................... 319
Using the radio ................... 323
Using the CD player ........... 331
Playing MP3 and WMA discs ................................. 340
Operating an iPod .............. 348
Operating a USB memory ............................ 355
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 362
Using the AUX port............. 366
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 368
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TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers ........... 624
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...................... 625
If you think something is wrong ............................... 631
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 632
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 633
If a warning message is displayed (vehicles with
multi-information
display) ............................. 644
If you have a flat tire ........... 650
If the engine will not start ... 661
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................... 663
If you lose your keys .......... 664
If the vehicle battery is discharged ....................... 665
If your vehicle overheats .... 668
If the vehicle becomes stuck................................. 671
If your vehicle has to be stopped
in an emergency .............. 672 6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 676
Fuel information .................. 687
Tire information................... 692
6-2. Customization Customizable features ........ 703
Items to initialize ................. 707
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ................. 710
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 711
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 714
Abbreviation list ........................ 726
Alphabetical index .................... 728
What to do if... .......................... 737
5When trouble arises6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
Index

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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Emergency flasher switch P. 624
TOW/HAUL switch
P. 164
Height control
switches
 P. 242
AVS switch P. 247
Center differential
lock switch
*1 P. 249
Accessory meter
control switches

Multi-information display
control switches
*3
P. 185
P. 179Intuitive parking assist
switch
 P. 221
Front wheel drive control
switch
*1
Coin holder
*2
P. 248
P. 484

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Before driving
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Conditions affecting operation
The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the follow-
ing situations.
●Near a TV tower, radio station, electr ic power plant, airport or other facil-
ity that generates strong radio waves
● When carrying a portable radio, cell ular phone or other wireless commu-
nication device
● When multiple wireless keys are in the vicinity
● When the wireless key has come into contact with, or is covered by a
metallic object
● When a wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby
● When the wireless key has been left near an electrical appliance such as
a personal computer
■ When riding in an aircraft
When bringing a wireless remote control onto an aircraft, make sure you do
not press any buttons on the wireless remote control while inside the aircraft
cabin. If you are carrying a wireless remote control in your bag etc, ensure
that the buttons are not likely to be pressed accidentally. Pressing a button
may cause the wireless remote control to emit radio waves that could inter-
fere with the operation of the aircraft.
■ Customization
●That can be configured at Toyota dealer (vehicles without multi-informa-
tion display)
Settings (e.g. wireless remote control) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 703)
● It is possible to change the settings (vehicles with multi-information dis-
play) (Feature customization P. 182)

58 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
■Getting out of the vehicle
Depress the release pedal and
fold down the seatback. The seat
will slide forward.
Move the seat to the front-most
position
Make sure that no passenger is
seated on the second seat before
depressing the release pedal.
■After passengers have entered/exited the vehicle
Lift up the seatback and slide the seat backward until it locks.
Folding down the second seat
■ Before folding down the second seat
Adjust the head restraint to the
downmost position.
Stow the rear seat belt buckle.

60 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
Folding down the third seat
■ Before folding down the third seat
To release the hooked end tab,
insert the key or concaved end
tab into the hole on the buckle.
Retract the belt slowly when
releasing and stowing the seat
belt.
Stow the seat belt tabs in the
cover set in the roof as shown.

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1-3. Adjustable components (s
eats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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Before driving
Adjust the center head restraint
to the downmost position.
Stow the third seat belt buckles.

64 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
CAUTION
■When adjusting a rear seat
●Be careful that the seat does not hit passengers or luggage.
● Do not recline the seat more than necessary when the vehicle is in motion
to reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt. If the seat is too reclined,
the lap belt may slide past the hips and apply restraint forces directly to the
abdomen or your neck may contact the shoulder belt, increasing the risk of
death or serious injury in the event of an accident.
● Do not depress the second seat release pedal from the third seat while t\
he
second seat is occupied.
● Be careful not to get your hands or feet caught in the seat.
■ Before folding down a rear seat
Do not fold down a rear seat when there are passengers sitting in the rear
seats or when there is luggage placed on/under the rear seats.
■ After adjusting a seat
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may result in death or
serious injury.
●Make sure that the seat and seatback are securely locked in position by
lightly rocking them back and forth.
● Check that the seat belts are not twisted or caught under the seat.
NOTICE
■When folding down the seats
The seat belts and buckles must be stowed.
■ Second seatback board weight capacity
Do not place any object heavier than 220 lb. (100 kg) on the second seat-
back board.
■ Before sliding the second center seat to the most forward position
(vehicles with bench type second seat)
Ensure that the cup holder on the front console box is closed.

74 1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel)
Third center seat belt
The third center seat belt is a 3-po int type restraint with 2 buckles. Both
seat belt buckles must be correctly located and securely latched for
proper operation.
Make sure that the buckle is
securely latched for ready use of
the center seat belt.Matches the tab with the
hooked end (tab “A”)
Matches the tab with the con-
caved end (tab “B”)
■ Release method
The belt can be completely released when not required, such as
when folding down the third seat.
To release the tab “B”, push
the buckle release button.
To release the tab “A”, insert
the key (P. 32) or tab “B” into
the hole on the buckle.
Retract the belt slowly when
releasing and stowing the seat
belt.