tow TOYOTA SEQUOIA 2020 (in English) Manual PDF

4997-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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Remove the center wheel ornament by pushing from the reverse
side.
Lay down the tire with the valve
stem facing up and install the
holding bracket, inserting the
claw into the wheel lug nut hole.
Turn the jack handle extension
clockwise to take up slack in
the chain.
Then, check to ensure the claw
is in the wheel lug nut hole and
the holding brack et is centered
in the wheel hub.
Claw
Holding bracket
While raising, secure the tire,
taking care that the tire goes
straight up without catching on
any surrounding part to prevent
it from flying forward during a
collision or sudden braking.
Tightening torque:
34.7 ft·lbf (46.6 N·m, 4.8 kgf·m)
Stowing the flat/spare tire, jack and tools
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Confirm that the tire is not loose
after tightening:Push and pull the tire
Try rotating
Visually check to ensure the tire
is not hung on su rrounding parts.
If looseness or misassembly
exists, repeat step and step .
Repeat step any time the tire is lowered or disturbed.
Stow the tools and jack securely.
■The temporary spare tire
●The temporary spare tire is iden tified by the “TEMPORARY USE ON LY ”
marking on the disc wheel and/or tire sidewall.
Use the temporary spare tire temp orarily, and only in an emergency.
●Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure of the temporary spare
tire. ( P. 5 2 7 )
■After completing the tire change
The tire pressure warni ng system must be reset. ( P. 427)
■When using the spare tire
As the spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter, low inflation pre ssure of the spare tire will not be indicated by
the tire pressure warning system. Also, if you replace the spar e tire after
the tire pressure wa rning light comes on, the light remains on.
■If you have a flat rear tire on a road covered with snow or ice
Install the temporary spare tire on one of the front wheels of the vehicle.

Perform the following steps and fit tire chains to the rear tires:
Replace a front tire with the temporary spare tire.
Replace the flat rear tire with the tire removed from the front of the vehi-
cle.
Fit tire chains to the rear tires.
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NOTICE
■Do not drive the vehicle with a flat tire
Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the
wheel beyond repair.
■Driving with tire chains a nd the temporary spare tire
Do not fit tire chains to t he temporary spare tire.
Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect dr iving
performance.
■When stowing the flat tire
Ensure that there is no object c aught between the tire and the vehicle
underbody.
■When assembling the ja ck handle extension
Insert the square head securely until you hear a click. Otherwise the
extension may come off and it may damage the paint or vehicle body.
■When replacing the tires
When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter, contact your Toyota dealer as the tire p ressure
warning valve and transmitter may be damaged if not handled cor rectly.
■To avoid damage to the tire pressure warning valves and transmi t-
ters
When a tire is repaired with liqui d sealants, the tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter may not operate properly. If a liquid sea lant is
used, contact your Toyota dealer or other qualified service shop as soon
as possible. Make sure to replac e the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter when replacing the tire. ( P. 4 2 6 )

5157-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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WARNING
■When attempting to f ree a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, ma ke sure the
surrounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, obj ects or people.
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 t hat may
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■ To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
● Avoid spinning the wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more
than necessary.
● If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are pe rformed,
the vehicle may require towing to be freed.
● When a warning message for the automatic transmission fluid tem perature
is displayed while attempting to free a stuck vehicle, immediat ely remove
your foot from the accelerator pedal and wait until the warning message
disappears. Otherwise, the transmission may become damaged.
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P. 477)

5198-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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*1: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. (P. 5 2 0 )
Weight
Model code*1EngineDriving
system
Vehicle capac- ity weight
(Occupants
+luggage)TWR*
(Trailer weight + cargo)
USK60L-
GKTSKA
5.7 L V8
(3UR-FE) engine 2WD
1320 lb.
(600 kg) 7400 lb.
(3357 kg)
USK60L-
GKTLKA 1305 lb.
(590 kg) 7200 lb.
(3266 kg)
USK60L-
GKTZKA 1320 lb.
(600 kg)
USK65L-
GKTSKA
4WD1290 lb.
(585 kg) 7100 lb.
(3220 kg)
USK65L-
GKTLKA 1250 lb.
(565 kg)
USK65L-
GKTZKA 1265 lb.
(575 kg) 7000 lb.
(3175 kg)
*:This model meets the tow-vehicle trailering requirement of
SAE International per SAE J2807.

5248-1. Specifications
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Cooling system
Capacity
Vehicles without towing package
13.1 qt. (12.4 L, 10.9 Imp.qt.)
Vehicles with towing package
14.1 qt. (13.3 L, 11.7 Imp.qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following:• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• A similar high-quality ethylene glycol-
based non-silicate, non-amine, non-
nitrite, and non-borate coolant with
long-life hybrid organic acid technol-
ogy
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
Spark plug
Make
GapDENSO SK20HR11
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■ Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark pl ug gap.
Electrical system
Battery
Open voltage at
68 °F (20 °C):12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2  12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8  12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage checked 20 minutes after the
engine and all the lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5 A max.

576Alphabetical index
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Child safety ................................ 57Airbag precautions .................. 42
Back door precautions .......... 122
Battery precautions ....... 423, 510
Child restraint system ............. 58
How your child should
wear the seat belt ................. 34
Installing child restraints ......... 62
Moon roof precautions .......... 174
Power window lock switch .... 165
Power window precautions ... 167
Rear door child-protectors .... 115
Removed key battery precautions ......................... 445
Seat belt extender precautions ........................... 39
Seat belt precautions .............. 36
Seat heater precautions........ 352
Child-protectors....................... 115
Cleaning ........................... 398, 401 Aluminum wheels.................. 399
Exterior ................................. 398
Interior................................... 401
Seat belts .............................. 402
Climate control seat ................ 353
Compass .................................. 393
Condenser ................................ 419
Console box ..................... 361, 363
Cooling system Engine overheating ............... 511
Cruise control .......................... 276
Cup holders.............................. 366
Curtain shield airbags ............... 40
Customizable features ............ 544 Daytime running light
system.................................... 229
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors ..... 343
Rear window ......................... 343
Windshield ............................ 343
Dimension ................................ 518
Dinghy towing.......................... 213
Display Multi-information display ......... 98
Warning message................. 477
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 410
Door courtesy lights ............... 355 Wattage ................................ 528
Doors Automatic door locking and
unlocking systems .............. 116
Back door ............................. 118
Door lock ...................... 113, 118
Door windows ....................... 165
Open door warning buzzer ... 480
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 161
Rear door child-protector ...... 115
Side doors ............................ 113
Drive information....................... 99
Driver’s seat position memory .................................. 149
Driving ...................................... 176 Break-in tips.......................... 178
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Driving assist systems .......... 322
Off-road precautions ............. 329
Procedures ........................... 176
Winter drive tips .................... 334D

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EDR (Event data recorder) ........ 11
Electronically modulated air suspension ....................... 309
Emergency flashers ................ 458
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds ................................ 469
If a warning light turns on ....................................... 469
If a warning message
is displayed......................... 477
If the engine will not start ...... 503
If the vehicle battery is discharged .......................... 507
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water ..................... 461
If you have a flat tire ............. 489
If you think something is wrong .............................. 467
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 514
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 459
If your vehicle needs to be towed ......................... 462
If your vehicle overheats ....... 511 Engine
Compartment ........................ 414
Engine switch ....................... 214
Hood ..................................... 413
How to start the engine......... 214
Identification number ............ 520
If the engine will not start ...... 503
Ignition switch
(engine switch) ................... 214
Overheating .......................... 511
Engine coolant......................... 418
Capacity................................ 524
Checking............................... 418
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 334
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 94
Engine immobilizer system ...... 76
Engine oil ................................. 415 Capacity................................ 522
Checking............................... 415
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 334
Engine switch .......................... 214
Event data recorder (EDR)........ 11
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Interior light main switch ....... 356
Intuitive parking assist .......... 290
Ignition switch ....................... 214
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ................................... 268
Light switches ....................... 227
Meter control switches ............ 99
Moon roof switches ............... 171
Outside rear view mirror switches.............................. 161
Personal light main switch .... 356
Power back window
switch ................................. 168
Power door lock switch ......... 114
Power window switches ........ 165
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers
switch ................................. 343
Rear window wiper and washer switch ..................... 241
Seatback folding/returning switches.............................. 138
Seat heater switches ............ 352
Seat ventilator switches ........ 352
Talk switch
*
Telephone switches*
Tilt and telescopic steering
control switch...................... 156
Tire pressure warning reset switch ........................ 427
“TOW/HAUL” switch ............. 222 Vehicle-to-vehicle distance
button ................................. 276
VSC off switch ...................... 323
Window lock switch .............. 165
Windshield wipers and washer switch.............. 238
Tachometer ................................ 94
Tail lights.................................. 227 Light switch ........................... 227
Replacing light bulbs .... 450, 452
Wattage ................................ 528
Talk switch
*
Telephone switches*
Theft deterrent system Alarm ...................................... 84
Engine immobilizer system ..... 76
Tire inflation pressure............. 436
Maintenance data ................. 527
Warning light......................... 471
Tire information ....................... 532
Glossary ............................... 538
Size....................................... 534
Tire identification number ..... 533
Uniform Tire Quality Grading .............................. 536
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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Tire pressure warning system .................................... 426
Function ................................ 426
Installing tire pressure warning valves and
transmitters......................... 426
Registering ID codes ............ 428
Warning light ......................... 471
Tires .......................................... 425 Chains................................... 336
Checking ............................... 425
If you have a flat tire ............. 489
Inflation pressure .................. 527
Information ............................ 532
Replacing .............................. 489
Rotating tires......................... 426
Size ....................................... 527
Snow tires ............................. 337
Spare tire .............................. 489
Tire pressure warning system ......... ....................... 426
Warning light ......................... 471
Tissue pocket .......................... 361
Tools ......................................... 490
Top tether strap ......................... 70
Total load capacity .......... 193, 519
Towing
Dinghy towing ....................... 213
Emergency towing ................ 464
Trailer towing ........................ 194
Toyota Safety Sense P ............ 247 Automatic High Beam ........... 231
Dynamic radar cruise control................................. 276
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ................................... 268
PCS (Pre-Collision system) ........ ....................... 254 TRAC (Traction Control) ......... 322
Trailer Sway Control ............... 322
Transmission ........................... 220
Automatic transmission ........ 220
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 223
S mode ................................. 221
Trip information ....................... 104
Trip meters ................................. 94
Turn signal lights .................... 225 Replacing light bulbs .... 450, 455
Turn signal lever ................... 225
Wattage ................................ 528
USB charging ports................. 380
USB port
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Valet key ................................... 108
Vanity lights ............................. 376 Wattage ................................ 528
Vanity mirrors .......................... 376
Vehicle data recording ................ 9
Vehicle identification number ................................... 520
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) ...................................... 322
Ventilators (seat ventilators) ................... 352
VSC
(Vehicle Stability Control) .... 322
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