TOYOTA SEQUOIA HYBRID 2023 Owners Manual

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*: If equipped
1 Select “Trailer Settings” from
( P.98) on the multi-
information display and add a
trailer according to the dis-
play. 2
Press the switch to turn the
system ON.
3 Continue or reselect the
trailer in the message dis-
played on the multi-informa-
tion display.
When the selected trailer is being
used for the first time, setup (cali-
bration) is nece ssary (→P.392).
Once calibration is completed, it is
retained for future use and the sys-
tem will automatically detect the
trailer.
The driver needs to change the
trailer selection when using a differ-
ent trailer. The system does not
automatically recognize the trailer
from the saved trailers list.
4 Once trailer is detected, shift
the shift lever to R to activate
Guidance mode.
5 Touch the switch at the bot-
tom right on multimedia to
activate Straight Path Assist.
Trailer Backup Guide*
Trailer Backup Guide is a
system to assist when back-
ing up a trailer by providing
either (1) steering control to
assist backing up straight
(Straight Path Assist) or (2)
guidance for manual steer-
ing backup (Guidance
mode).
Trailer Backup Guide uses
the rear camera to detect
the trailer and a trailer hitch
light, which allows the
driver to use the system at
night time.
The system calculates the
trailer angle by image pro-
cessing from the rear cam-
era and calculates trailer
length and hitch length
during the trailer setup (cali-
bration) maneuver.
Procedure

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“Trailer Direction”
When using Straight Path Assist,
the driver can override the system
using the steering wheel to adjust
the trailer direction. Upon release of
the steering wheel, Straight Path
Assist re-activates with a revised
straight back target direction.
■When adding the trailer
Use the meter control switches to
select the trailer type. ( P. 9 8 )
1 Press or to select .
2 Press or to select “Trailer
Settings” and then press and
hold .
3 According to the display, select
the desired setting and then
press . ( P.102)
Trailer Settings are not available
while Trailer Backup Guide system
is active.
The system is designed to support
trailers with single or multi-axles
using a ball hitch.
Bring the vehicle and trailer to a
large open space like an empty
parking lot. Activate Trailer
Backup Guide system and fol-
low the instructions displayed on
the multi-information dis-
play/multimedia.
For best calibration results, do
not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h). 1
Drive straight forward slowly
(5 mph [8 km/h] or less) while
holding the steering wheel
straight.
2 Stop vehicle with trailer
straight and confirm blue line
is aligned with trailer center
in Camera view.
3 Drive forward slowly making
a left or right turn that
changes vehicle direction 90
degrees or more.
4 After completing the turn,
continue straight forward
slowly to align trailer.
5 Stop vehicle to complete cali-
bration.■When calibrating the system
●Please check whether the blue
line appropriately aligns with the
center of the trailer in the camera
view, such as in the following dia-
gram, with regards to procedure
2 .
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DrivingState where the blue line aligns
with the center of the trailer.
(Select “Yes” in the multi-infor-
mation display)
State where the blue line does
not align with the center of the
trailer. (Select “ No” in the multi-
information display)
Blue line
●The system is designed to support
most trailers 6.6 ft. (2 m) to 26.2 ft.
(8 m) in length (length is defined
from the coupler c enter point for
the ball to the wheel axle [single
axle] or center o f the wheel axles
[2 or more axles]) with ball mount
lengths between 4.5 in. (114.3
mm) and 16 in. (406.4 mm). Do
not attempt to use trailers or ball
mounts that have a length outside
of this range as t he system perfor-
mance degrades and could cause
improper system function. Trailer length
Ball mount length
●For best calibration results, cali-
brate in daytime on a smooth and
level road.
●It may be necessary at times to re-
calibrate the trailer to improve per-
formance.
●The system is designed to be
used with the same trailer connec-
tion every time. If the ball mount
position is changed or reconfig-
ured or items are added to the
trailer tongue
after calibration, re-
calibration may be required.
Guidance mode provides a
“Trailer Direction” arrow that
indicates the direction the trailer
will swing, based on calculations
from the steering wheel angle
information. Guidance mode
provides a “BRAKE Extreme
Trailer Angle” (jackknife) warn-
ing with warning buzzer to alert
the driver that the trailer angle is
near the jackknife condition.
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Touch the switch at the bottom
right on multimedia to activate
Straight Path Assist. Straight
Pass Assist controls steering to
back up the trailer in a straight-
line. The system can be overrid-
den by using steering wheel to
adjust trailer direction.
The driver is always responsible
for paying attention to the vehi-
cle’s surroundings and driving
safely. This system does not
control braking. Driver needs to
control vehicle speed, control
braking, and stop the vehicle to
avoid any collision.
For best results, reverse slowly
when using Straight Path Assist.
Trailer Backup Guide system
is canceled when the trailer
cannot be detected (e.g. dirty
camera lens, insufficient light-
ing condition, obstruction of
the trailer in the rear camera
view, incorrectly selected
trailer, etc.)
 Guidance mode is canceled
when any of the following
occurs:
• Press the Trailer Backup Guide
switch
*
• Press the Camera switch*
• Vehicle speed is greater than approximately 4.7 mph (7.6 km/h)
• VSC or ABS is operated
*
• Back door is opened*
• Trailer tracking is lost
• Shift the shift lever out of R
• There is a system malfunction
*
*
: Includes Trailer Backup Guide system cancel
 Straight Path Assist is can-
celed when any of the follow-
ing occurs:
• Any of the events, above, that
cancel Guidance mode occur
• Press the Straight Path Assist switch on the multimedia screen
• The system temperature preser- vation function operates (to pre-
vent power steering equipment
from overheating)
This light’s usage for Trailer
Backup Guide is controlled by
the Trailer Backup Guide sys-
tem and the driver does not
need to activate the light sepa-
rately.
For other usage: P. 4 1 9
Using Straight Path
Assist
Canceling the systemTrailer hitch light

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WARNING
■Cautions regarding the use of
the system
In order for this system to perform
as designed, the vehicle must be
driven safely and the driver must
control the speed to keep it within
operating parameters and to
avoid a collision.
As there is a limit to the degree of
control performance that this sys-
tem can provide, do not overly
rely on this system. The driver is
always responsible for paying
attention to the vehicle’s sur-
roundings and driving safely. This
system does not control braking
(or steering when in Guidance
mode). Driver needs to control
vehicle speed, control braking,
(and steering when in Guidance
mode,) and stop the vehicle to
avoid any collision. Failure to fol-
low this warning could result in
property damage, serious injury
or death.
■When using the Trailer
Backup Guide
For proper system performance,
observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may lead to an
accident resulting in property
damage, serious injury, or death.
●Keep the back door fully closed.
●Keep the rear camera clean at
all times.
●Do not change the installation
position or direction of the rear
camera or remove it.
●Do not modify t he trailer hitch
light. (→P.394)
●Make sure nothing can obstruct
the rear camera view of the
trailer.
The system is designed to oper-
ate in various weather and lighting
conditions and on different ground
surfaces (asphalt , grass, gravel,
etc.), however performance can
still be affected by various envi-
ronmental factors (e.g. shadow
passing over the tr ailer or dimin-
ished contrast between trailer and
the ground leading to trailer
detection being lost, etc.) so
always drive carefully, remain
alert and aware of your surround-
ings, and do not overly rely on the
system.

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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

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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-
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Specific design characteris-
tics give it a higher center of
gravity than ordinary passen-
ger cars. This vehicle design
feature causes this type of
vehicle to be more likely to
rollover. And, utility vehicles
have a significantly higher
rollover rate than other types
of vehicles.
 An advantage of the higher
ground clearance is a better
view of the road allowing you
to anticipate problems.
 It is not designed for corner-
ing at the same speeds as
ordinary passenger cars any
more than low-slung sports
cars are designed to perform
satisfactorily under off-road
conditions. Therefore, sharp
turns at excessive speeds
may cause the vehicle to roll-
over. When driving your vehicle off-
road, please observe the follow-
ing precautions to ensure your
driving enjoyment and to help
prevent the closure of areas to
Off-road precautions
This vehicle belongs to the
utility vehicle class, which
has higher ground clear-
ance and narrower tread in
relation to the height of its
center of gravity to make it
capable of performing in a
wide variety of off-road
applications.
Off-road vehicle features
WARNING
■Off-road vehicle precautions
Always observe t he following pre-
cautions to minim ize the risk of
death, serious injury or damage to
your vehicle:
●In a rollover crash, an unbelted
person is significantly more
likely to die than a person wear-
ing a seat belt. Therefore, the
driver and all passengers
should always fasten their seat
belts.
●Avoid sharp turns or abrupt
maneuvers, if at all possible.
Failure to operat e this vehicle
correctly may result in loss of
control or vehicle rollover caus-
ing death or serious injury.
●Avoid loading any items on the
roof that will raise the vehicle’s
center of gravity.
●Always slow down in gusty
crosswinds. Because of its pro-
file and higher ce nter of gravity,
your vehicle is more sensitive to
side winds than an ordinary
passenger car.
Slowing down will allow you to
have better control.
●Do not drive horizontally across
steep slopes. Driving straight up
or straight down is preferred.
Your vehicle (or any similar off-
road vehicle) can tip over side-
ways much more easily than
forward or backward.
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off-road vehicles:
 Drive your vehicle only in
areas where off-road vehicles
are permitted to travel.
 Respect private property. Get
owner’s permission before
entering private property.
 Do not enter areas that are
closed. Honor gates, barriers
and signs that restrict travel.
 Stay on established roads.
When conditions are wet,
driving techniques should be
changed or travel delayed to
prevent damage to roads.
■Additional information for
off-road driving
For owners in U.S. mainland,
Hawaii and Puerto Rico:
To obtain additional information
pertaining to driving your vehicle
off-road, consult the following
organizations.
 State and Local Parks and
Recreation Departments
 State Motor Vehicle Bureau
 Recreational Vehicle Clubs
 U.S. Forest Service and
Bureau of Land Management
WARNING
■Off-road driving precautions
Always observe the following pre-
cautions to minimize the risk of
death, serious injury or damage to
your vehicle:
●Drive carefully when off the
road. Do not take unnecessary
risks by driving in dangerous
places.
●Do not grip the steering wheel
spokes when driving off-road. A
bad bump could jerk the wheel
and injure your hands. Keep
both hands and especially your
thumbs on the ou tside of the
rim.
●Always check your brakes for
effectiveness immediately after
driving in sand, mud, water or
snow.
●After driving through tall grass,
mud, rock, sand, rivers, etc.,
check that there is no grass,
bush, paper, rags, stone, sand,
etc. adhering or trapped on the
underbody. Clear off any such
matter from the underbody. If
the vehicle is used with these
materials trapped or adhering to
the underbody, a breakdown or
fire could occur.
●In a rollover crash, an unbelted
person is significantly more
likely to die than a person wear-
ing a seat belt. Therefore, the
driver and all passengers
should fasten their seat belts
whenever the vehicle is moving.
●When driving off-road or in rug-
ged terrain, do not drive at
excessive speeds, jump, make
sharp turns, strike objects, etc.
This may cause loss of control
or vehicle rollover causing
death or serious injury. You are
also risking expensive damage
to your vehicle’s suspension
and chassis.

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NOTICE
■To prevent water damage
Take all necessary safety mea-
sures to ensure that water dam-
age to the engine, hybrid system
or other components does not
occur.
●Water entering the engine air
intake will cause severe engine
damage.
●Water entering the automatic
transmission will cause deterio-
ration in shift quality, locking up
of your transmission accompa-
nied by vibration, and ultimately
damage.
●Water can wash the grease
from wheel bearings, causing
rusting and premature failure,
and may also enter the differen-
tials, transmission and transfer
case, reducing the gear oil’s
lubricating qualities.
■When you drive through
water
●If driving through water, such as
when crossing shallow streams,
first check the depth of the
water and the bottom of the riv-
erbed for firmness. Drive slowly
and avoid deep water.
●When crossing a river or a pud-
dle, be sure to cross it without
stopping midway. If you stop or
drive at extremely low speeds in
water, water may enter the vehi-
cle and damage the hybrid bat-
tery making the vehicle unable
to be driven.
■Inspection after off-road driv-
ing
●Sand and mud that has accu-
mulated around brake discs
may affect braking efficiency
and may damage brake system
components.
●Always perform a maintenance
inspection after each day of off-
road driving that has taken you
through rough terrain, sand,
mud, or water. For scheduled
maintenance information, refer
to the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner’s Manual
Supplement”.