2001 TOYOTA SEQUOIA snow chains

DIDJW±01
F19887
Tire Pressure Monitor Valve Sub±assy
Tire Pressure
Warning Reset
Switch
Tire Pressure
Monitor ECU
Meter
DLC3
Tire Pressure Monitor Valve Sub±assyTire Pressure Monitor Receiver Assy
DI±800
± DIAGNOSTICSTIRE PRESSURE WARNING SYSTEM
994 Author: Date:
2005 SEQUOIA (RM1146U)
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
1. DESCRIPTION OF SYSTEM
(a) A tire pressure monitor valve sub±assy equipped with a tire pressure sensor and a transmitter and is
installed in a tire wheel assy. The sensor measures the tire pressure and the measured value and
transmitter ID are transmitted to the tire pressure monitor receiver assy on the body as radio waves
and then sent to the tire pressure monitor ECU from the tire pressure monitor receiver. If the transmitter
ID has already been registered, the ECU compares the measured air pressure value with the standard
value. When the value is less than the standard value registered in the tire pressure monitor ECU, the
warning lamp on the combination meter comes on.

To address the differences in the air pressure settings by the type of tires, or the differences in
pressure between the front and rear tires, a tire pressure warning reset switch has been newly
adopted.

Along with the adoption of the tire pressure warning reset switch, the warning operation has been
changed.

TPWS transmitters with different bending angles as the tire pressure monitor valve sub±assy
have been provided for steel wheels with center ornaments. (They are not interchangeable with
aluminum wheels or steel wheels with full wheel caps.)
2. WHEN TIRE PRESSURE WARNING LAMP IS LIT
(a) When the warning lamp does not go off, or when it comes on during driving, check tire pressure. If the
warning lamp is lit even though the tire pressure is correctly adjusted, the tire could be punctured.
(b) Under the following conditions, the system may not function properly.

The areas, facilities or devices that use similar radio frequencies are located in the vicinity of the
vehicle.

A radio device of similar frequency is used in the vehicle.

A lot of snow or ice is stuck to the vehicle, especially onto the wheels and around the wheel
houses.

The battery of the sensor has been depleted.

The tires without tire pressure monitor valve sub±assy are used.

Tire chains are used.

I28203
I28204
I28187
Radio and Display Assy
Navigation ECURadio and Navigation Assy DI±2164
± DIAGNOSTICSNAVIGATION SYSTEM
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(9) When the vehicle runs on the snowy road or a
mountain path with the chains installed or using a
spare tire, the current vehicle position mark may
deviate from the correct position.
(10) When a tire is changed, the current vehicle position
mark may deviate from the correct position.
HINT:
Diameter of the tire may change, causing a speed sensor
error.
Performing the ºtire changeº in calibration mode will allow
the system to correct the current vehicle position faster.
2. Radio and navigation assy outline
Conventionally, 2 separate devices, a ºradio and display assyº and a ºnavigation ECUº are used. This model
has adopted a new type, combining these devices into a single unit.

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The traction control system automatical-
ly helps prevent the spinning of rear
wheels when the vehicle is started or
accelerated on slippery road surfaces.
When the ignition key is turned to ªONº,
the system automatically turns on.
CAUTION
Under certain slippery road condi-
tions, full traction of the vehicle and
power against rear wheels cannot be
maintained, even though the traction
control system is in operation. Do not
drive the vehicle under any speed or
maneuvering conditions which may
cause the vehicle to lose traction
control. In situations where the road
surface is covered with ice or snow,
your vehicle should be fitted with
snow tires or tire chains. Always
drive at an appropriate and cautious
speed for the present road condi-
tions.
NORMAL DRIVING MODE
Leave the system on during the ordi-
nary driving so that it can operate
when needed.
You may hear a sound in the engine
compartment for a few seconds when the
engine is started or just after the vehicle
begins to move. This means that the trac-
tion control system is in the self±check
mode, but does not indicate a malfunction.When the traction control system is oper-
ating, the following conditions occur:

The system controls the spinning of the
rear wheels. At this time, the slip indi-
cator light blinks.

You may feel vibration or noise in your
vehicle, caused by operation of the
brakes. This indicates the system is
functioning properly.
The slip indicator light comes on for a few
seconds when the ignition key is turned
to ªONº. If the indicator light does not
come on when the ignition is turned on,
contact your Toyota dealer.
Traction control system
(two±wheel drive models)

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The brake pad or actuator temperature
increases during continuous operation of
the traction control system or vehicle sta-
bility control system such as on slippery
roads. If the brake pad or actuator tem-
perature becomes too high while the trac-
tion control system or vehicle stability
control system is operating, a buzzer will
start to sound intermittently to indicate
that the traction control system can no
longer operate. In this case, stop your
vehicle immediately at a safe place.
If the system continues to operate, the
buzzer sound changes from intermittent to
continuous. (The continuous buzzer
sounds for about 3 seconds.)
At the time the ªVSC TRACº warning light
will come on and the traction control sys-
tem temporarily stops operating in order to
protect the brake pad. (Although the trac-
tion control system does not operate,
there is no problem to continue your driv-
ing.) The system will be automatically re-
stored after a short time and the warning
light goes out.
If the light comes on while driving, the
traction control system does not work.
However, as conventional braking operates
when applied, there is no problem to con-
tinue your driving.In the following cases, contact your Toyota
dealer:

The warning light does not come on
after the ignition key is turned to ªONº.

The warning light remains on after the
ignition key is turned to ªONº.

The warning light comes on while driv-
ing.
The ªTRAC OFFº indicator light will come
on when the ªVSC TRACº warning light
comes on even if the ªTRAC OFFº switch
is not pushed.The active traction control system auto-
matically helps prevent the spinning of
4 wheels (4WD mode) or rear wheels
(2WD mode) when the vehicle is started
or accelerated on slippery road sur-
faces.
When the ignition key is turned to ªONº,
the system automatically turns on.
CAUTION
Under certain slippery road condi-
tions, full traction of the vehicle and
power against 4 wheels (4WD mode)
or rear wheels (2WD mode) cannot be
maintained, even though the active
traction control system is in opera-
tion. Do not drive the vehicle under
any speed or maneuvering conditions
which may cause the vehicle to lose
traction control. In situations where
the road surface is covered with ice
or snow, your vehicle should be fitted
with snow tires or tire chains. Always
drive at an appropriate and cautious
speed for the present road condi-
tions.
Active traction control system
(four±wheel drive models)

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NOTICE

If the vehicle height is changed fre-
quently when the vehicle is heavily
loaded, the compressor may over-
heat, causing the vehicle height ad-
justment operation to stop.

Before you lower the vehicle height
with the height select switch, check
under the vehicle to make sure
nothing to damage the vehicle or
no one to be injured is there and
that the underbody of the vehicle
does not touch the ground.

After unloading, the height of a ve-
hicle equipped with the rear height
control air suspension becomes
slightly higher than the normal ve-
hicle height. Take sufficient care
where the overhead height is re-
stricted.

Do not select ªLOº mode for bumpy
roads. If the underbody of the ve-
hicle touches the road surface, the
vehicle may be damaged.
If you attempt to adjust the vehicle height
with anything such as snow, ice, or stones
in contact with the vehicle body, the ve-
hicle height may not change. In this case,
stop the vehicle, press the mode select
switch, and check that manual control
mode indicator light comes on. Then, re-
move the obstruction.
CAUTION
If you drive through water, set the
vehicle height to ªHIº with the height
select switch and then change to
manual control mode by pushing the
mode select switch. Do not exceed 30
km/h (18 mph) or ªHIº mode will au-
tomatically change to ªNº mode. Do
not drive through water deeper than
about 700 mm (28 in.) even if the
vehicle height is in ªHIº mode.
NOTICE

When jacking up or installing tire
chains, be sure to set manual con-
trol mode by pushing the mode se-
lect switch and stop the engine.
Otherwise, the vehicle height may
change because of the automatic
leveling function, resulting in an ac-
cident.

If your vehicle must be towed, set
the vehicle height to ªNº and
change to manual control mode.
Otherwise, the vehicle height may
change because of the automatic
leveling function, resulting in an ac-
cident.

If your vehicle gets stuck in a
ditch, set manual control mode by
pushing the mode select switch.
Otherwise, the vehicle height may
change because of the automatic
leveling function, resulting in an ac-
cident.

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In manual control mode, the automatic lev-
eling function is turned off. When the ve-
hicle height is changed because of the
conditions (load etc.), you can adjust the
vehicle height with the height select
switch.
In manual control mode, if the vehicle
speed exceeds 30 km/h (18 mph), auto-
matic control mode is activated and ªNº is
selected automatically.
If you attempt to adjust the vehicle height
with anything such as snow, ice, or stones
in contact with the vehicle body, the ve-
hicle height may not change. In this case,
stop the vehicle and remove the obstruc-
tion.
CAUTION
If you drive through water, set the
vehicle height to ªHIº with the height
select switch and then change to
manual control mode by pushing the
mode select switch. Do not exceed 30
km/h (18 mph) or ªHIº mode will au-
tomatically change to ªNº mode. Do
not drive through water deeper than
about 700 mm (28 in.) even if the
vehicle height is in ªHIº mode.
NOTICE

When jacking up or installing tire
chains, be sure to set manual con-
trol mode by pushing the mode se-
lect switch and stop the engine.
Otherwise, the vehicle height may
change because of the automatic
leveling function, resulting in an ac-
cident.

If your vehicle must be towed, set
the vehicle height to ªNº in auto-
matic control mode, then select
manual control mode by pushing
the mode select switch. Otherwise,
the vehicle height may change be-
cause of the automatic leveling
function, resulting in an accident.

If your vehicle gets stuck in a
ditch, set manual control mode with
the mode select switch. Otherwise,
the vehicle height may change be-
cause of the automatic leveling
function, resulting in an accident.
(b) Vehicle height adjustment
To change the vehicle height in manual
mode, push the height select switch on
either side of ª
º (higher) or ªº
(lower).
A higher vehicle height is suitable when
driving on bumpy roads and through water.
A lower vehicle height allows for easy
access to the vehicle (getting in and out)
and easy loading and unloading.
When you are driving on bumpy roads,
which may cause the suspension to fully
elongate, the rear height control air sus-
pension may not operate.

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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.

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Keep ice and snow from accumulating
under the fenders.
Ice and snow built up under your fenders
can make steering difficult. During bad
winter driving, stop and check under the
fenders occasionally.
Depending on where you are driving,
we recommend you carry some emer-
gency equipment.
Some of the things you might put in the
vehicle are tire chains, window scraper,
bag of sand or salt, flares, small shovel,
jumper cables, etc.
Your vehicle is not designed to be
dinghy towed (with four wheels on the
ground) behind a motorhome.
NOTICE
Do not tow your vehicle with four
wheels on the ground. This may
cause serious damage to your vehicle.
Your vehicle is designed primarily as a
passenger±and±load±carrying vehicle.
Towing a trailer will have an adverse
effect on handling, performance, braking,
durability and driving economy (fuel
consumption, etc.). Your safety and
satisfaction depend on the proper use of
correct equipment and cautious driving
habits. For your safety and the safety of
others, you must not overload your
vehicle or trailer. Ask your local Toyota
dealer for further details before towing.
CAUTION
Vehicles with rear height control air
suspension system: When disconnect-
ing a trailer, set the vehicle height to
ªLOº in automatic control mode, then
select manual control mode by push-
ing the mode select switch. Other-
wise, the vehicle height may change
because of the automatic leveling
function, resulting in an accident. For
details, see ªRear height control air
suspensionº on page 189 in Section
1±7.
Dinghy towing Trailer towing