warning TOYOTA SEQUOIA 2021 Owners Manual (in English)

3525-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Seat heaters/seat ventilators
: If equipped
The seat heaters warm the seats and the seat ventilators main-
tain good airflow by blowi ng air through the seats.
WARNING
●Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories
comes in contact with the seats when the heater is on:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the physical ly chal-
lenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sle eping
drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
● Observe the following precautions to prevent the minor burns or overheat-
ing
• Do not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat
heater.
• Do not use seat heater more than necessary.
NOTICE
● Do not put heavy objects that have an uneven surface on the sea t and do
not stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
● To prevent battery discharge, do not use the functions when the engine is
off.

3605-3. Using the storage features
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Lower glove box: The glove box light turns on when the tail lig hts are on.
WARNING
●Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spa ces, as this
may cause the following when cabin temperature becomes high:
• Glasses may be deformed by heat or cracked if they come into c ontact
with other stored items.
• Lighters or spray cans may explode. If they come into contact with other
stored items, the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may r elease
gas, causing a fire hazard.
● When driving or when the storage compartments are not in use, k eep the
lids closed. In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving, an acci-
dent may occur due to an occupant being struck by an open lid or the
items stored inside.
Glove boxes
Upper glove boxLower glove box
Open (push button) Unlock with the mechanical key
Lock with the mechanical key
Open (pull the lever)

3655-3. Using the storage features
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Interior features
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The overhead console is useful for temporarily storing sunglass es and
similar small items.
Push the knob forward to open the
console.
WARNING
■ When opening/closing the lower box
Be careful not to get your hands or feet caught between the low er box and
the upper box.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury.
■ When opening the lower box
Make sure that the upper box is locked. Items stored inside may fall out and
cause injury.
Overhead console

3685-3. Using the storage features
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The position of the separator can be changed (rear console box)
In the rear console box
On the rear console box
■ The separator can be adjusted (rear console box) Change the separator position.
Change the separator position.
Adjust the separator.
WARNING
■Items unsuitable f or the cup holders
Do not place anything other than cups or beverage cans in the c up holders.
Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or
sudden braking and cause injury. If possible, cover hot drinks to prevent
burns.
NOTICE
■ Before sliding the second center seat to the most forward posit ion
(vehicles with bench type second seat)
Ensure that the cup holder on the front console box is closed.

3695-3. Using the storage features
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Interior features
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■When using the bottle holder
●When storing a bottle, close the cap.
● The bottle may not be stored depending on its size or shape.
Bottle holders
Front seatsRear seats
WARNING
■Items unsuitable for the bottle holder
Do not place anything other than a bottle in the bottle holders .
Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or
sudden braking and cause injury.
NOTICE
■ Items that should not be st owed in the bottle holders
Put the cap on before stowing a bottle. Do not place open bottl es in the bot-
tle holders, or glasses and paper cups containing liquid. The c ontents may
spill and glasses may break.

3745-3. Using the storage features
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WARNING
■When the cargo hooks are not in use
To avoid injury, always return the cargo hooks to their stowed positions.
■ Caution while driving
Keep the auxiliary box closed. Injuries may result in the event of an accident
or sudden braking.
NOTICE
■ To prevent damage to the cargo net hooks
Avoid hanging things other than a cargo net on them.
■ Grocery bag hook weight capacity
Do not hang any object heavier than 8.8 lb. (4 kg) on the groce ry bag hooks.

3845-4. Other interior features
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An assist grip (type A) installed on the ceiling can be used to support
your body while si tting on the seat.
An assist grip (type B) installe d on the pillar can be used whe n getting
in or out of the vehicle and others.
Assist grip (type A)
Assist grip (type B)
Assist grips
WARNING
Do not use the assist grip (type A) when getting in or out of t he vehicle or
rising from your seat.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the assist grip, do not hang any heavy obj ect or put a
heavy load on the assist grip.

3925-4. Other interior features
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Certification for the garage door opener
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
FCC ID: NZLAECHL5
NOTE:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause har mful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC WARNING:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party re sponsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
For vehicles sold in Canada
NOTE:
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS stan-
dard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interfer-
ence, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
REMARQUE:
Le present appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada app licables
aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisee aux
deux conditions suivantes: (1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage,
et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit accepter tout brouillag e radioelectrique
subi, meme si le brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre l e
fonctionnement.
■ When support is necessary
Visit on the web at www.homelink.com/toyota or call 1-800-355-3 515.
WARNING
■When programming a garage door or other remote control device
The garage door or other device may operate, so ensure people a nd
objects are out of danger to prevent potential harm.
■ Conforming to federal safety standards
Do not use the HomeLink
® compatible transceiver with any garage door
opener or device that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by
federal safety standards. This includes any garage door that ca nnot detect
an interfering object. A door or device without these features increases the
risk of death or serious injury.
■ When operating or programming HomeLink
®
Never allow a child to operate or play with the HomeLink® buttons.

3965-4. Other interior features
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WARNING
■While driving the vehicle
Do not adjust the display. Be sure to adjust the display only when the vehi-
cle is stopped.
■ When doing the circling calibration
Be sure to secure a wide space, and watch out for people and ve hicles in
the neighborhood. Do not violate any local traffic rules while performing cir-
cling calibration.
NOTICE
■ To avoid the compass malfunctions
Do not place magnets or any metal objects near the inside rear view mirror.
Doing this may cause a malfunction of the compass sensor.
■ To ensure normal operation of the compass
● Do not perform circling calibration of the compass in a place w here the
earth’s magnetic field is subject to interference by artificial magnetic fields.
● During calibration, do not operate electric systems (moon roof, power win-
dows, etc.) as they may interfere with the calibration.

3996-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
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High pressure car washes
As water may enter the cabin, do not bring the nozzle tip near the gaps
around the doors or perimeter of the windows, or spray these ar eas continu-
ously.
■ Wheels and wheel ornaments
●Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent.
● Wash detergent off with water immediately after use.
● To protect the paint from damage, make sure to observe the following pre-
cautions.
• Do not use acidic, alkaline or abrasive detergent
• Do not use hard brushes
• Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, such as after driv-
ing or parking in hot weather
■ Bumpers and side moldings
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
■ Plated portions
If dirt cannot be removed, clean the parts as follows:
●Use a soft cloth dampened with an approximately 5% solution of neutral
detergent and water to clean the dirt off.
● Wipe the surface with a dry, soft cloth to remove any remaining moisture.
● To remove oily deposits, use alcohol wet wipes or a similar pro duct.
WARNING
■When washing the vehicle
Do not apply water to the inside of the engine compartment. Doing so may
cause the electrical components, etc., to catch fire.
■ Precautions regarding the exhaust pipe
Exhaust gases cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipe unti l it has
cooled sufficiently, as touching hot exhaust pipe can cause bur ns.
■ Precaution regarding the Blind Spot Monitor
If the paint of the rear bumper is chipped or scratched, the sy stem may mal-
function. If this occurs, consult your Toyota dealer.