tow TOYOTA SEQUOIA 2021 (in English) Manual PDF

5027-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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 9 )
■After completing the tire change
The tire pressure warni ng system must be reset. ( P. 428)
■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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5047-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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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 7 )

5177-2. 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. 479)

5218-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
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*1: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. (P. 5 2 2 )
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.

5268-1. 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.

578Alphabetical index
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Child safety ................................ 57Airbag precautions .................. 42
Back door precautions .......... 122
Battery precautions ....... 424, 512
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 ......................... 447
Seat belt extender precautions ........................... 39
Seat belt precautions .............. 36
Seat heater precautions........ 352
Child-protectors....................... 115
Cleaning ........................... 398, 402 Aluminum wheels.................. 399
Exterior ................................. 398
Interior................................... 402
Seat belts .............................. 403
Climate control seat ................ 353
Compass .................................. 393
Condenser ................................ 420
Console box ..................... 361, 363
Cooling system Engine overheating ............... 513
Cruise control .......................... 276
Cup holders.............................. 366
Curtain shield airbags ............... 40
Customizable features ............ 546 Daytime running light
system.................................... 229
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors ..... 343
Rear window ......................... 343
Windshield ............................ 343
Dimension ................................ 520
Dinghy towing.......................... 213
Display Multi-information display ......... 98
Warning message................. 479
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 411
Door courtesy lights ............... 355 Wattage ................................ 530
Doors Automatic door locking and
unlocking systems .............. 116
Back door ............................. 118
Door lock ...................... 113, 118
Door windows ....................... 165
Open door warning buzzer ... 482
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 ................ 460
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds ................................ 470
If a warning light turns on ....................................... 470
If a warning message
is displayed......................... 479
If the engine will not start ...... 505
If the vehicle battery is discharged .......................... 509
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water ..................... 463
If you have a flat tire ............. 491
If you think something is wrong .............................. 468
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 516
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 461
If your vehicle needs to be towed ......................... 464
If your vehicle overheats ....... 513
Engine Compartment ........................ 415
Engine switch........................ 214
Hood ..................................... 414
How to start the engine ......... 214
Identification number ............ 522
If the engine will not start ...... 505
Ignition switch (engine switch) ................... 214
Overheating .......................... 513
Engine coolant ......................... 419 Capacity ................................ 526
Checking ............................... 419
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 334 Engine coolant temperature
gauge ....................................... 94
Engine immobilizer system ...... 76
Engine oil ................................. 416 Capacity................................ 524
Checking............................... 416
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 334
Engine switch .......................... 214
Event data recorder (EDR)........ 11
Flat tire ..................................... 491
Floor mats .................................. 26
Fluid Automatic transmission ........ 527
Brake .................................... 528
Power steering...................... 528
Washer ................................. 425
Fog lights ................................. 236 Replacing light bulbs ............ 457
Switch ................................... 236
Four-wheel drive system.................................... 315
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............. 51
Front personal lights............... 357
Front seats ............................... 136 Adjustment............................ 136
Cleaning ............................... 402
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Driving position memory ....... 149
Head restraints ..................... 154
Seat heaters ......................... 352
Seat position memory ........... 149
Seat ventilators ..................... 352
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SwitchesAudio remote control switches
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Automatic High Beam
switch ................................. 231
AVS (Adaptive Variable
Suspension System)
switch ................................. 314
Cruise control switch............. 276
Center differential lock
switch ................................. 316
Door lock switches ................ 114
Driving position memory
switches.............................. 149
Emergency flashers switch ... 460
Engine switch........................ 214
Fog light switch ..................... 236
Front-wheel drive control
switch ................................. 315
Garage door opener switches.............................. 385
Height control switches ......... 309
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 ........................ 428
“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 .... 452, 454
Wattage ................................ 530
Talk switch
*
Telephone switches*
Theft deterrent system Alarm ...................................... 84
Engine immobilizer system ..... 76
Tire inflation pressure............. 438 Maintenance data ................. 529
Warning light......................... 472
Tire information ....................... 534 Glossary ............................... 540
Size....................................... 536
Tire identification number ..... 535
Uniform Tire Quality Grading .............................. 538
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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Tire pressure warning system .................................... 427
Function ................................ 427
Installing tire pressure warning valves and
transmitters......................... 427
Registering ID codes ............ 429
Warning light ......................... 472
Tires .......................................... 426 Chains................................... 336
Checking ............................... 426
If you have a flat tire ............. 491
Inflation pressure .................. 529
Information ............................ 534
Replacing .............................. 491
Rotating tires......................... 427
Size ....................................... 529
Snow tires ............................. 337
Spare tire .............................. 491
Tire pressure warning system ......... ....................... 427
Warning light ......................... 472
Tissue pocket .......................... 361
Tools ......................................... 492
Top tether strap ......................... 70
Total load capacity .......... 193, 521
Towing
Dinghy towing ....................... 213
Emergency towing ................ 467
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) ........ ....................... 255 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 .... 452, 457
Turn signal lever ................... 225
Wattage ................................ 530
USB charging ports................. 380
USB port
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Valet key ................................... 108
Vanity lights ............................. 376 Wattage ................................ 530
Vanity mirrors .......................... 376
Vehicle data recording ................ 9
Vehicle identification number ................................... 522
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) ...................................... 322
Ventilators (seat ventilators) ................... 352
VSC
(Vehicle Stability Control) .... 322
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