air condition TOYOTA SEQUOIA HYBRID 2023 Owner's Manual

3064-5. Using the driving support systems
Owners Manual_USA_M0C043_en
●When equipment that may
obstruct a sensor is installed, such
as a towing eyelet, bumper pro-
tector (an additional trim strip,
etc.), bicycle carrier, or snow plow
●When a vehicle passes by the
side of your vehicle
●When a detected vehicle turns
while approaching the vehicle
●When there are spinning objects
near your vehicle such as the fan
of an air conditioning unit
●When water is splashed or
sprayed toward t he rear bumper,
such as from a sprinkler
●Moving objects (flags, exhaust
fumes, large rain droplets or
snowflakes, rain water on the road
surface, etc.)
●When the distanc e between your
vehicle and a guardr ail, wall, etc.,
that enters the detection area is
short
●Gratings and gutters
●When a sensor or the area around
a sensor is extremely hot or cold
●If the suspension has been modi-
fied or tires of a size other than
specified are installed
●If the front of the v ehicle is raised
or lowered due to the carried load

3684-5. Using the driving support systems
Owners Manual_USA_M0C043_enfuel economy through moderate
throttle characteri
stics and by con-
trolling the operation of the air con-
ditioning system (heating/cooling).
The “ECO” indicator comes on.
• “SPORT S” mode
Assists accelerati on response by
controlling the transmission, engine
and steering. Suitable for when pre-
cise handling is desirable, for
example when driving on mountain
roads. The “SPORT S” indicator
comes on.
• “SPORT S+” mode
Helps to ensure th e controllability
and stability of the vehicle by inte-
grally controlling the steering wheel
and suspensions as well as the
transmission and engine, making it
suitable for sporty driving. The
“SPORT S+” indicator comes on.
• “CUSTOM” mode
Allows you to drive with the power
train, chassis and air conditioning
system functions set to your pre-
ferred settings. Custom mode set-
tings can only be changed on the
drive mode customization display of
multimedia system. The “CUSTOM”
indicator comes on.
■The driving mode select switch
can be operated when
The front-wheel dri ve control switch
is in “2H” and “4H”.
■Operation of the air condition-
ing system in Eco mode
Eco mode controls the heating/cool-
ing operations and fan speed of the
air conditioning system to enhance
fuel efficiency. To improve air condi-
tioning performance, perform the
following operations:
●Adjust the fan speed ( P.407)
●Turn off Eco drive mode ( P.366)
■Automatic deactivation of driv-
ing modes:
Driving mode is deactivated or the
driving mode will be changed to nor-
mal mode in the following condi-
tions:
●After turning the power switch off
and then turning it to on
●When the front-wheel drive control
switch is in “4L” (4WD models
only)
●When the Multi-terrain Select is
turned on (if equipped)
●When the Downhill assist control
system is turned on (if equipped)
●When the “TOW HAUL” mode or
“TOW+” mode is turned on
■Customization
The Custom mode can be changed.
(Customizable features: P.580)

3834-5. Using the driving support systems
Owners Manual_USA_M0C043_en
4
Driving
system detects a panic stop sit-
uation
■Enhanced VSC (Enhanced
Vehicle Stability Control)
Provides cooperative control of
the ABS, TRAC, VSC and EPS.
Helps to maintai n directional
stability when swerving on slip-
pery road surfaces by con-
trolling steering performance.
■Trailer Sway Control
Helps the driver to control trailer
sway by selectively applying
brake pressure for individual
wheels and reducing driving
torque when trailer sway is
detected.
■TRAC (Traction Control)
Helps to maintain drive power
and prevent the drive wheels
from spinning when starting the
vehicle or accelerating on slip-
pery roads
■Hill-start assist control
Helps to reduce the backward
movement of the vehicle when
starting on an uphill
■AVS (Adaptive Variable
Suspension System) (if
equipped)
The damping force of the shock
absorbers are independently
controlled for the 4 wheels
according to factors including
the road surface conditions and
driving operation, contributing
toward enhancing smooth driv- ing comfort and superior stabil-
ity, and helping to maintain
vehicle posture.
In addition, the damping force
can be changed by selecting the
drive mode with the driving
mode select (
P.366), and driv-
ing comfort can be ensured
during off-road driving by setting
the front-wheel drive control
switch to “4L”.( P.369)
■EPS (Electric Power Steer-
ing)
Employs an electric motor to
reduce the amount of effort
needed to turn the steering
wheel
■The Secondary Collision
Brake
When the SRS airbag sensor
detects a collision and the sys-
tem operates, the brakes and
brake lights are automatically
controlled to reduce the vehicle
speed and help reduce the pos-
sibility of further damage due to
a secondary collision.
■When the
TRAC/VSC/ABS/Trailer Sway
Control systems are operating
The slip indicator light will flash
while the TRAC/VSC/ABS/Trailer
Sway Control systems are operat-
ing.

3854-5. Using the driving support systems
Owners Manual_USA_M0C043_en
4
Driving
●The accelerator pedal is
depressed
●The parking brake is engaged
●A maximum of 2 seconds have
elapsed after the brake pedal is
released
●The power switch is turned to OFF
■Sounds and vibrations caused
by the ABS, brake assist, VSC,
Trailer Sway Control, TRAC and
hill-start assist control systems
●A sound may be heard from the
hybrid system compartment when
the brake pedal is depressed
repeatedly, when the hybrid sys-
tem is started or just after the vehi-
cle begins to move. This sound
does not indicate that a malfunc-
tion has occurred in any of these
systems.
●Any of the following conditions
may occur when t he above sys-
tems are operating. None of these
indicates that a malfunction has
occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the
vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard also after the vehicle comes to a stop.
■ECB operating sound
ECB operating sound may be heard
in the following cases, but it does
not indicate that a malfunction has
occurred.
●Operating sound heard from the
engine compartment when the
brake pedal is operated.
●Motor sound of the brake system
heard from the front part of the
vehicle when the driver’ door is
opened.
●Operating sound heard from the
engine compartment when one or
two minutes passed after the stop
of the hybrid system.
■EPS operation sound
When the steering wheel is oper-
ated, a motor sou nd (whirring sound) may be heard. This does not
indicate a malfunction.
■Automatic reactivation of
TRAC, Trailer Sway Control and
VSC systems
After turning the TRAC, Trailer
Sway Control and VSC systems off,
the systems will be a utomatically re-
enabled in the following situations:
●When the power switch is turned
off
●If only the TRAC sy stem is turned
off, the TRAC will turn on when
vehicle speed increases
If both the TRAC and VSC sys-
tems are turned of f, automatic re-
enabling will not occur when vehi-
cle speed increases.
■Reduced effectiveness of the
EPS system
The effectiveness of the EPS sys-
tem is reduced to prevent the sys-
tem from overheating when there is
frequent steering input over an
extended period o f time. The steer-
ing wheel may f eel heavy as a
result. Should this occur, refrain
from excessive steering input or
stop the vehicle a nd turn the hybrid
system off. The EPS system should
return to normal within 10 minutes.
■Secondary Collision Brake
operating conditions
The system operates when the SRS
airbag sensor de tects a collision
while the vehicle is in motion. How-
ever, the system does not operate
when the components are dam-
aged.
■Secondary Collision Brake
automatic cancelation
The system is automatically can-
celed in any of th e following situa-
tions.
●The vehicle speed drops to
approximately 0 mph (0 km/h).
●A certain amount of time elapses
during operation

3964-6. Driving tips
Owners Manual_USA_M0C043_en
4-6.Driving tips
When using Eco drive mode, the
torque corresponding to the
accelerator pedal depression
amount can be generated more
smoothly than it is in normal
conditions. In addition, the oper-
ation of the air conditioning sys-
tem (heating/cooling) will be
minimized, improving the fuel
economy. (P.366)
The Eco-friendly driving is pos-
sible by keeping the indicate of
Hybrid System Indicator within
Eco area. ( P.99)
Shift the shift lever to D when
stopped at a traffic light, or driv-
ing in heavy traffic etc. Shift the
shift lever to P when parking.
When using the N, there is no
positive effect on fuel consump-
tion. When using the air condi-
tioning system, etc., the hybrid
battery (traction battery) power
is consumed. 
Drive your vehicle smoothly.
Avoid abrupt acceleration and
deceleration. Gradual accel-
eration and deceleration will
make more effective use of
the electric motor (traction
motor) without having to use
gasoline engine power.
 Avoid repeated acceleration.
Repeated acceleration con-
sumes hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) power, resulting
in poor fuel consumption. Bat-
tery power can be restored by
driving with the accelerator
pedal slightly released.
Make sure to operate the brakes
gently and in a timely manner. A
greater amount of electrical
energy can be regenerated
when slowing down.
Repeated acceleration and
deceleration, as well as long
waits at traffic lights, will lead to
bad fuel economy. Check traffic
reports before leaving and avoid
delays as much as possible.
When driving in a traffic jam,
gently release the brake pedal
to allow the vehicle to move for-
ward slightly while avoiding
Hybrid Electric Vehi-
cle driving tips
For economical and ecolog-
ical driving, pay attention to
the following points:
Using Eco drive mode
Use of Hybrid System
Indicator
Shift lever operation
Accelerator pedal/brake
pedal operation
When braking
Delays

3974-6. Driving tips
Owners Manual_USA_M0C043_en
4
Driving
overuse of the accelerator
pedal. Doing so can help control
excessive gasoline consump-
tion.
Control and maintain the vehicle
at a constant speed. Before
stopping at a toll booth or simi-
lar, allow plenty of time to
release the accelerator and gen-
tly apply the brakes. A greater
amount of electrical energy can
be regenerated when slowing
down.
Use the air conditioning only
when necessary. Doing so can
help reduce excessive gasoline
consumption.
In summer: When the ambient
temperature is high, use the
recirculated air mode. Doing so
will help to reduce the burden on
the air conditioning system and
reduce fuel consumption as
well.
In winter: Because the gasoline
engine will not automatically cut
out until it and the interior of the
vehicle are warm, it will con-
sume fuel. Also, fuel consump-
tion can be improved by
avoiding overuse of the heater. Make sure to check the tire infla-
tion pressure frequently.
Improper tire inflation pressure
can cause poor fuel economy.
Also, as snow tires can cause
large amounts of friction, their
use on dry roads can lead to
poor fuel economy. Use tires
that are appropriate for the sea-
son.
Carrying heavy luggage will lead
to poor fuel economy. Avoid car-
rying unnecessary luggage.
Installing a large roof rack will
also cause poor fuel economy.
Since the gasoline engine starts
up and cuts out automatically
when cold, warming up the
engine is unnecessary. More-
over, frequently driving short
distances will cause the engine
to repeatedly warm up, which
can lead to excess fuel con-
sumption.
Highway driving
Air conditioning
Checking tire inflation
pressure
Luggage
Warming up before driv-
ing

4014-6. Driving tips
Owners Manual_USA_M0C043_en
4
Driving
 Use fluids that are appropriate
to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine/power control unit coolant
• Washer fluid
Have a service technician
inspect the condition of the
12-volt battery.
 Have the vehicle fitted with
four snow tires or purchase a
set of tire chains for the rear
tires
*.
*: Tire chains cannot be mounted
on 285/65R18 tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same
size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary
preparations and inspec-
tions before driving the
vehicle in winter. Always
drive the vehicle in a man-
ner appropriate to the pre-
vailing weather conditions.
Preparation for winter
WARNING
■Driving with snow tires
Observe the following precautions
to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so m ay result in a
loss of vehicle control and cause
death or serious injury.
●Use tires of the specified size.
●Maintain the recommended
level of air pressure.
●Do not drive in excess of 75
mph (120 km/h), regardless of
the type of snow tires being
used.
●Use snow tires on all, not just
some wheels.
●4WD models: Do not mix tires of
different makes, models, tread
patterns or treadwear.
■Driving with tire chains (vehi-
cles without 285/65R18 tires)
Observe the following precautions
to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failure to do so may result in the
vehicle being unable to be driven
safely, and may cause death or
serious injury.
●Do not drive in excess of the
speed limit specifi ed for the tire
chains being used, or 30 mph
(50 km/h), whichever is lower.
●Avoid driving on bumpy road
surfaces or over potholes.
●Avoid sudden acceleration,
abrupt steering, sudden brak-
ing and shifting operations that
cause sudden engine braking.
●Slow down sufficiently before
entering a curve to ensure that
vehicle control is maintained.
●Do not use LTA (Lane Tracing
Assist) (if equipped) system.

4024-6. Driving tips
Owners Manual_USA_M0C043_en
Perform the following according
to the driving conditions:
Do not try to forcibly open a
window or move a wiper that
is frozen. Pour warm water
over the frozen area to melt
the ice. Wipe away the water
immediately to prevent it from
freezing.
 To ensure proper operation of
the climate control system
fan, remove any snow that
has accumulated on the air
inlet vents in front of the wind-
shield.
 Check for and remove any
excess ice or snow that may
have accumulated on the
exterior lights, vehicle’s roof,
chassis, around the tires or on
the brakes.
 Remove any snow or mud
from the bottom of your shoes
before getting in the vehicle. Accelerate the vehicle slowly,
keep a safe distance between
you and the vehicle ahead, and
drive at a reduced speed suit-
able to road conditions.

Turn automatic mode of the
parking brake off.
Otherwise, the parking brake
may freeze and not be able to
be released automatically.
Also, avoid using the following
as the parking brake may
operate automatically, even if
automatic mode is off.
• Brake hold system
Park the vehicle and move
the shift lever to P without set-
ting the parking brake. The
parking brake may freeze up,
preventing it from being
released. If the vehicle is
parked without setting the
parking brake, make sure to
block the wheels.
Failure to do so may be dan-
gerous because it may cause
the vehicle to move unexpect-
edly, possibly leading to an
accident.
 When the parking brake is in
automatic mode, release the
parking brake after shifting
the shift lever to P.( P.223)
NOTICE
■Repairing or replacing snow
tires
Request repairs or replacement of
snow tires from Toyota dealers or
legitimate tire retailers.
This is because the removal and
attachment of snow tires affects
the operation of the tire pressure
warning valves and transmitters.
Before driving the vehicle
When driving the vehicle
When parking the vehicle

405
Owners Manual_USA_M0C043_en
5
5
Interior features
Interior features
5-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning system ....................... 406
Rear automatic air condi- tioning system ........... 413
Heated steering wheel/seat heaters/seat ventilators.................................. 415
5-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list .......... 418
5-3. Using the storage features List of storage features 421
Luggage compartment fea- tures .......................... 425
5-4. Using the other interior features
Other interior features . 428
Garage door opener.... 441

4065-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Owners Manual_USA_M0C043_en
5-1.Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Left-hand side temperature control toggle
Fan speed control toggle
“REAR” toggle
“SYNC” toggle
Air flow mode control toggle
Right-hand side temperature control toggle
“S-FLOW” switch
Outside/recirculated air mode switch
“A/C” switch
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers switch
Windshield defogger switch
“OFF” switch
“AUTO” switch
■Adjusting the temperature
setting
Operate the temperature con-
trol toggle upwards to increase the temperature and downwards
to decrease the temperature.
If the “A/C” switch is not pressed,
the system will blow ambient tem-
perature air or heated air.
Automatic air conditioning system
Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted accord-
ing to the temperature setting.
Air conditioning controls