2001 TOYOTA SEQUOIA battery

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Without electric moon roof
With electric moon roof
CENTER INTERIOR LIGHT
To turn on the interior light, slide the
switch.
The interior light switch has the following
positions:
ªONºÐKeeps the light on all the time.
ªOFFºÐTurns the light off.
ªDOORºÐTurns the light on when any of
the side doors is opened. The light re-
mains on when all the side doors are
closed.
ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM
When the switch is in the ªDOORº posi-
tion and any of the side doors is opened,
the light will come on. After all the side
doors are closed, the light remains on for
a certain time before fading out.
However, in the following cases, the light
goes out immediately:

All the side doors are closed when the
ignition key is in the ªACCº or ªONº
position.

The ignition key is turned to the ªACCº,
ªONº or ªSTARTº position after all the
side doors are closed.

All the doors are locked when the light
is still on.When all the doors are unlocked using
either the key or the wireless remote con-
trol transmitter simultaneously, the light
come on for about 15 seconds before fad-
ing out.
The following adjustments can be made in
this system. For details, contact your
Toyota dealer.

Cancelling the door key or wireless re-
mote control transmitter linked opera-
tion

Changing the timing for the light turn-
ing off
To prevent the battery being discharged,
the light will automatically turn off when
the key is removed and the door is left
opened with the switch in ªDOORº position
for 20 minutes or more.
CENTER PERSONAL LIGHTS
To turn on the center personal light,
push the switch. To turn the light off,
push the switch once again.
Center interior and personal
lights

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The interior lights operate separately
with each outer switch.
To turn on the light, push the switch.
To turn the light off, push the switch
once again.
The interior light switch has the following
positions:
ªDOORºÐTurns the light on when any of
the side doors is opened. The light re-
mains on when all the side doors are
closed.
ªOFFºÐThe lights are off unless you oper-
ate either outside switch.ILLUMINATED ENTRY SYSTEM
When the switch is in the ªDOORº posi-
tion and any of the side doors is opened,
the light will come on. After all the side
doors are closed, the light remains on for
a certain time before fading out.
However, in the following cases, the light
goes out immediately:

All the side doors are closed when the
ignition key is in the ªACCº or ªONº
position.

The ignition key is turned to the ªACCº,
ªONº or ªSTARTº position after all the
side doors are closed.

All the side doors and back door are
locked when the light is still on.
When all the doors are unlocked using
either the key or the wireless remote con-
trol transmitter simultaneously, the light
come on for about 15 seconds before fad-
ing out.
The following adjustments can be made in
this system. For details, contact your
Toyota dealer.

Cancelling the door key or wireless re-
mote control transmitter linked opera-
tion

Changing the timing for the light turn-
ing offTo prevent the battery being discharged,
the light will automatically turn off when
the key is removed and the door is left
opened with the switch in ªDOORº position
for 20 minutes or more.
Center interior light

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When all the doors are unlocked using
either the key or the wireless remote con-
trol transmitter simultaneously, the ignition
switch light will come on and remain on
for about 15 seconds before fading out.
To prevent the battery being discharged,
the light will automatically turn off when
the key is removed and the door is left
opened for 20 minutes or more.
The following adjustments can be made in
this system. For details, contact your
Toyota dealer.

Cancelling the door key or wireless re-
mote control transmitter linked opera-
tion

Changing the timing for the light turn-
ing off
To turn on the windshield wipers, move
the lever to the desired setting.
The key must be in the ªONº position.
Lever position
Speed setting
Position 1Intermittent
Position 2Slow
Position 3Fast
The ªINT TIMEº band lets you adjust the
wiping time interval when the wiper lever
is in the intermittent position (position 1).
Twist the band upward to increase the
time between sweeps, and downward to
decrease it.To squirt washer fluid, pull the lever
toward you.
If the windshield wipers are off, they will
operate a couple of times after the washer
squirts.
For instructions on adding washer fluid,
see ªAdding washer fluidº on page 444 in
Section 7±3.
In freezing weather, warm the windshield
with the defroster before using the washer.
This will help prevent the washer fluid
from freezing on your windshield, which
can block your vision.
NOTICE
Do not operate the wipers if the wind-
shield is dry. It may scratch the
glass.
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Make sure you turn the defoggers off
when the surfaces are clear. Leaving the
defoggers on for a long time could cause
the battery to discharge, especially during
stop±and±go driving. The defoggers are
not designed for drying rain water or for
melting snow.
CAUTION
On some models, since the mirror
surfaces can get hot, do not touch
them when the defogger switch is on.
NOTICE
When cleaning the inside of the back
window, be careful not to scratch or
damage the heater wires or connec-
tors.
If the back window is not fully closed, the
back window defogger will not work. Make
sure the back window is fully closed when
using the back window defogger.If the back window is opened while the
defogger is working, the defogger will au-
tomatically turn off. Even if the back win-
dow is fully closed after that, the defogger
will not automatically turn on.

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The voltmeter tells whether the battery
is charged or discharged. Check it
while the engine is runningÐthe needle
should always indicate as shown above.
If the needle reads below or above the
normal range while the engine is running,
it indicates the charging system needs im-
mediate repair.
However, it is normal for the needle to
drop below the normal range during en-
gine starting.The tachometer indicates engine speed
in thousands of rpm (revolutions per
minute). Use it while driving to select
correct shift points and to prevent en-
gine lugging and over±revving.
Driving with the engine running too fast
causes excessive engine wear and poor
fuel economy. Remember, in most cases
the slower the engine speed, the greater
the fuel economy.
NOTICE
Do not let the indicator needle get
into the red zone. This may cause
severe engine damage.
This meter displays the odometer and
two trip meters.
1. OdometerÐShows the total distance
the vehicle has been driven.
2. Two trip metersÐShow two different
distances independently driven since
the last time each trip meter was set
to zero.
You can use one trip meter to calculate
the fuel economy and the other to
measure the distance on each trip. All
trip meter data is cancelled if the elec-
trical power source is disconnected.
3. Trip meter reset knobÐResets the two
trip meters to zero, and also change
the meter display.
Voltmeter Tachometer Odometer and two trip meters

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(d) Discharge Warning Light
This light warns that the battery is being
discharged.
If it comes on while you are driving, there
is a problem somewhere in the charging
system.
The engine ignition will continue to oper-
ate, however, until the battery is dis-
charged. Turn off the air conditioning,
blower, radio, etc., and drive directly to
the nearest Toyota dealer or repair shop.
NOTICE
Do not continue driving if the engine
drive belt is broken or loose.
(e) Malfunction Indicator Lamp
This lamp comes on when the ignition
key is turned to the ªONº position and
goes off after the engine starts. This
means that the warning light system is
operating properly.
If the lamp remains on or the lamp
comes on while driving, first check the
followings.

Empty fuel tank
If the fuel tank is empty, refuel immedi-
ately.

Loose fuel tank cap
If the fuel tank cap is loose, securely
tighten it.
These cases are temporary malfunctions.
The malfunction indicator lamp will go off
after taking several driving trips.
If the lamp does not go off even after
several trips, contact your Toyota dealer
as soon as possible.
If the fuel tank is not empty or the fuel
tank cap is not loose...

There is a problem somewhere in the
engine, emission control system, elec-
tronic throttle control system, automatic
transmission electrical system or warn-
ing light system itself.
Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible to service the vehicle.
If engine speed does not increase when
the accelerator pedal is depressed, there
may be a problem somewhere in the elec-
tronic throttle control system.
At this time, vibration may occur. Howev-
er, if you depress the accelerator pedal
more firmly and slowly, you can drive your
vehicle at low speeds. Have your vehicle
checked by your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.Even if the abnormality of the electronic
throttle control system is corrected during
low speed driving, the system may not be
recovered until the engine is stopped and
the ignition key is turned to ªACCº or
ªLOCKº position.
CAUTION
Be especially careful to prevent erro-
neous pedal operation.
Emissions inspection and maintenance
(I/M) programs
We recommend you to contact your
Toyota dealer to check your vehicle's
emission control system and OBD
(On±Board Diagnostics) system before
taking your vehicle for a state emission
inspection.
For details, see ªEmissions Inspection and
Maintenance (I/M) programsº on page 416
in Section 6.

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ªSTARTºÐStarter motor on. The key
will return to the ªONº position when
released.
For starting tips, see page 361 in Section
3.
ªONºÐEngine on and all accessories
on.
This is the normal driving position.
It is not a malfunction if the needle on all
meters and gauges move slightly when the
ignition switch is turned to the ªONº posi-
tion.ªACCºÐAccessories such as the radio
operate, but the engine is off.
If you leave the key in the ªACCº or
ªLOCKº position and open the driver's
door, a buzzer will remind you to remove
the key.
ªLOCKºÐEngine is off and the steering
wheel is locked. The key can be re-
moved only at this position.
You must push in the key to turn it from
ªACCº to the ªLOCKº position. The selec-
tor lever must be in the ªPº position be-
fore pushing the key.
Once you remove the key, the engine im-
mobilizer system is automatically set. (See
ªEngine immobilizer systemº on page 16
in Section 1±2.)
When starting the engine, the key may
seem stuck at the ªLOCKº position. To
free it, first be sure the key is pushed all
the way in, and then rock the steering
wheel slightly while turning the key gently.
Approximately five hours after the engine
is turned off, you may hear sound coming
from underneath the luggage compartment
for several minutes. This is normal opera-
tion and does not indicate a malfunction.
(See ªLeak detection pumpº on page ix.)
NOTICE
Do not leave the key in the ªONº
position if the engine is not running.
The battery will discharge and the
ignition could be damaged.
Ignition switch with steering
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NOTICE

Do not use liquid sealants for a flat
tire as air pressure sensors will be
damaged.

When the tires must be repaired or
replaced, have them repaired or re-
placed by the nearest Toyota dealer
or authorized tire dealer. The tire
pressure sensors will be affected by
the installation or removal of tires.

The tire pressure warning system is
not to be used as a substitute for
regular inspections. Be sure to
check the air pressure in the tires
on a regular basis.

When the tires must be replaced,
replace the grommets for air pres-
sure sensors as well.
If the warning light blinks:
The tire pressure warning system may
be malfunctioning. Contact your Toyota
dealer.
SYSTEM MALFUNCTION
The tire pressure warning system does
not function properly under certain cir-
cumstances. In the following cases, the
low tire pressure warning light may not
come on even if the tire inflation pres-
sure is low, or it may come on when
the tire inflation pressure is actually
normal.

Electric devices or facilities using simi-
lar radio wave frequencies are nearby.

A radio set to similar frequencies is in
use.

A lot of snow or ice covers the ve-
hicle, in particular, around the wheels
or wheel housings.

The tires are not equipped with an air
pressure sensor.

Snow tires or tire chains are used.

Non±genuine Toyota wheels are used.

The sensor battery is expired.

Radio waves from the air pressure sen-
sor installed on the spare tire cannot
be received.
CAUTION

The use of non±genuine wheels will
cause the air pressure sensors to
transmit the electronic code in dif-
ferent manner, resulting in the sys-
tem failure.

The use of different type of tires
with genuine wheels may also
cause the malfunction of the sys-
tem.