2002 TOYOTA SEQUOIA ignition

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Before making these checks, make sure
you have followed the correct starting
procedure given in “How to start the
engine” on page 228 in Section 3 and that
you have sufficient fuel. Also check
whether the other keys will start the
engine. If they work, your key may be
broken. Have the key checked at your
Toyota dealer. If none of your keys work,
the system is possibly broken. Call your
Toyota dealer. (See “Keys” on page 8 in
Section 12.)
If the engine is not turning over or is
turning over too slowly—1. Check that the battery terminals are tight and clean.
2. If the battery terminals are O.K., switch on the interior light.
3. If the light is out, dim or goes out when the starter is cranked, the battery
is discharged. You may try jump start-
ing. See “(c) Jump starting” for further
instructions.
If the light is O.K., but the engine still will
not start, it needs adjustment or repair.
Call a Toyota dealer or qualified repair
shop.NOTICE
Do not pull or pushstart the ve-
hicle. It may damage the vehicle or
cause a collision when the engine
starts. Also the threeway catalytic
converter may overheat and become a
fire hazard.
If the engine turns over at its normal
speed but will not start—
1. Turn the ignition key to “ACC” or “LOCK” and try starting the engine
again.
2. If the engine will not start, the engine may be flooded because of repeated
cranking. See “(b) Starting a flooded
engine” for further instructions.
3. If the engine still will not start, it needs adjustment or repair. Call a Toyota
dealer or qualified repair shop. If the engine will not start, your engine
may be flooded because of repeated
cranking.
If this happens, turn the key to “START”
with the accelerator pedal held down.
Keep the key and accelerator pedal in
these position for 15 seconds and release
them. Then try starting the engine with
your foot off the accelerator pedal.
If the engine does not start after 15 se-
conds of cranking, release the key, wait
a few minutes and try again.
If the engine still will not start, it needs
adjustment or repair. Call a Toyota dealer
or qualified repair shop for assistance.
NOTICE
Do not crank for more than 30 se-
conds at a time. This may overheat
the starter and wiring systems.
If your vehicle will not start—
(a) Simple checks
(b) Starting a flooded engine

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5. Start your engine in the normal way.After starting, run it at about 2000 rpm
for several minutes with the accelerator
pedal lightly depressed.
6. Carefully disconnect the cables in the exact reverse order: the negative cable
and then the positive cable.
7. Carefully dispose of the battery cover cloths—they may now contain sulfuric
acid.
8. If removed, replace all the battery vent plugs.
If the cause of your battery discharging is
not apparent (for example, lights left on),
you should have it checked. If your engine stalls while driving...
1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Move cautiously off the
road to a safe place.
2. Turn on your emergency flashers.
3. Turn the ignition key to “ACC” or “LOCK”, and try starting the engine
again.
If the engine will not start, see “If your
vehicle will not start” on page 244 in this
section.
CAUTION
If the engine is not running, the pow-
er assist for the brakes and steering
will not work so steering and braking
will be much harder than usual.
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At this time, if you depress the accelera-
tor pedal more firmly and slowly, you can
drive you vehicle at low speeds. Have
your vehicle checked by your Toyota deal-
er 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 “ACC” or
“LOCK” position.
CAUTION
Be especially careful to prevent erro-
neous pedal operation.
If your engine stalls while
driving If you cannot incr
ease the
engine speed

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TOWING PRECAUTIONS:
Use a safety chain system for all towing,
and abide by the state/provincial and local
laws. The wheels and axle on the ground
must be in good condition. If they are
damaged, use a towing dolly.
Twowheel drive models—
(a) Towing with wheel lift type truck
From front—
Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels.
NOTICE
Never tow a vehicle from the front
with the rear wheels on the ground,
as this may cause serious damage to
the transmission.
From rear—
Place the ignition key in the “ACC” posi-
tion.
NOTICE
When lifting wheels, take care to
ensure adequate ground clearance
for towing at the opposite end of
the raised vehicle. Otherwise, the
bumper and/or underbody of the
towed vehicle will be damaged dur-
ing towing.
 Do not tow with the key removed or
in the “LOCK” position, as the
steering lock mechanism is not
strong enough to hold the front
wheels straight while towing.
(b) Using flat bed truck
Fourwheel drive models—
(a) Towing with wheel lift type truck
From front—
Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels.
NOTICE
Never tow a vehicle from the front
with the rear wheels on the ground,
as this may cause serious damage to
the transmission.
From rear— We recommend using a tow-
ing dolly under the front wheels. If you do
not use a towing dolly, place the ignition
key in the “ACC” position, put the trans-
mission in neutral and the transfer in “H”
(2WD mode).
NOTICE
Do not tow with the key removed or
in the “LOCK” position when towing
from the rear without a towing dolly.
The steering lock mechanism is not
strong enough to hold the front
wheels straight.
(b) Using flat bed truck

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NOTICE
Remember that battery and ignition
cables carry high currents or volt-
ages. Be careful of accidentally
causing a short circuit.
 Add only demineralized or distilled
water to fill the radiator. And if you
spill some of the coolant, be sure
to wash it off with water to prevent
it from damaging the parts or paint.
 Do not allow dirt or anything else
to fall through the spark plug holes.
 Do not pry the outer electrode of a
spark plug against the center elec-
trode.
 Use only spark plugs of the speci-
fied type. Using other types will
cause engine damage, loss of per-
formance or radio noise.
 Do not overfill automatic transmis-
sion fluid, or the transmission
could be damaged.
Do not drive with the air cleaner
filter removed, or excessive engine
wear could result. Also backfiring
could cause a fire in the engine
compartment.
 Be careful not to scratch the glass
surface with the wiper frame.
 When closing the engine hood,
check to see that you have not for-
gotten any tools, rags, etc.Here is a list of parts and tools you will
need on performing doityourself mainte-
nance. Remember all Toyota parts are de-
signed in metric sizes, so your tools must
be metric.
CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL
Parts (if level is low):
Engine oil API grade SJ,
“EnergyConserving” or ILSAC
multigrade having viscosity proper for
your climate
Tools:
Rag or paper towel
Funnel (only for adding oil)
CHECKING THE ENGINE COOLANT
LEVEL
Parts (if level is low):
“TOYOTA Long Life Coolant” or equiva-
lent
See page 285 in Section 72 for de-
tails about coolant type selection.
Demineralized or distilled water
Tools:
Funnel (only for adding coolant)
Parts and tools

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If the headlights or other electrical
components do not work, check the
fuses. If any of the fuses are blown,
they must be replaced.
See “Fuse locations” on page 279 in Sec-
tion 71 for locations of the fuses.
Turn the ignition switch and inoperative
component off. Pull a suspected fuse
straight out and check it.
Determine which fuse may be causing the
problem. The lid of the fuse box shows
the name of the circuit for each fuse. See
page 312 in Section 8 of this manual for
the functions controlled by each circuit.
Type A fuses can be pulled out by using
the pullout tool. The location of the pull
out tool is shown in the illustration.
If you are not sure whether the fuse has
blown, try replacing the suspected fuse
with one that you know is good.
If the fuse has blown, push a new fuse
into the clip.
Only install a fuse with the amperage rat-
ing designated on the fuse box lid.
If you do not have a spare fuse, in an
emergency you can pull out the “DOME”
or “RAD” fuse, which may be dispensable
for normal driving, and use it if its amper-
age rating is the same.If you cannot use one of the same amper-
age, use one that is lower, but as close
as possible to the rating. If the amperage
is lower than that specified, the fuse
might blow out again but this does not
indicate anything wrong. Be sure to get
the correct fuse as soon as possible and
return the substitute to its original clip.
It is a good idea to purchase a set of
spare fuses and keep them in your ve-
hicle for emergencies.
If a new fuse immediately blows out, there
is a problem with the electrical system.
Have your Toyota dealer correct it as
soon as possible.
CAUTION
Never use a fuse with a higher am-
perage rating, or any other object, in
place of a fuse. This may cause ex-
tensive damage and possibly a fire.
If any washer does not work or low
windshield washer fluid level warning
light comes on, the washer tank may be
empty. Add washer fluid.
You may use plain water as washer fluid.
However, in cold areas where tempera-
tures range below freezing point, use
washer fluid containing antifreeze. This
product is available at your Toyota dealer
and most auto parts stores. Follow the
manufacturer ’s directions for how much to
mix with water.
NOTICE
Do not use engine antifreeze or any
other substitute because it may dam-
age your vehicle’s paint.
Adding washer fluid

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The following illustrations show how to
gain access to the bulbs. When replacing
a bulb, make sure the ignition switch and
light switch are off. Use bulbs with the
wattage ratings given in the table.
CAUTION
To prevent yourself from burning,
do not replace the light bulbs while
they are hot.
Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas
inside and require special handling.
They can burst or shatter if
scratched or dropped. Hold a bulb
only by its plastic or metal case.
Do not touch the glass part of a
bulb with bare hands.
NOTICE
Only use a bulb of the listed type.
Light bulbsBulbNo.WTy p e
Headlights—60/55A
Front fog lights900655B
Parking/front side
marker and front
turn signal lights3157 NA27/8C
Rear turn signal
lights744021D
Stop/tail and rear
side marker lights744321/5D
Backup lights92118D
Tail lights1685D
License plate lights1685D
High mounted stop
light1685D
Interior lights—8E
Personal lights—3.8D
Glove box light—1.2D
Luggage
compartment light—8E
Vanity lights—3D
Door courtesy
lights1943.4D
A: HB2 halogen bulbs
B: HB4 halogen bulbs
C: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
D: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
E: Double end bulbs
Replacing light bulbs—

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21. DOME 10 A: Center interior and per-
sonal lights, personal lights, luggage
compartment light, air conditioning sys-
tem, wireless remote control system,
garage door opener, ignition switch
light, door courtesy lights, foot light,
vanity lights, power antenna
22. ECUB 7.5 A: Multiplex communication
system (power door lock system, secu-
rity system, autodoor locking system,
automatic light control system, head-
light delay off system, tail light auto
cut system, illuminated entry system,
daytime running light system), back
door lock system, driver and front pas-
senger door lock system, gauges and
meters
23. MIR HTR 15 A: Outside rear view mir-
ror heaters
24. RAD NO.1 20 A: Car audio system
25. TAIL 15 A: Tail lights, back door cour-
tesy light, license plate lights 26. ECUIG 7.5 A:
Charging system,
cruise control system, antilock brake
system, vehicle skid control system,
traction control system (twowheel
drive models), active traction control
system (fourw heel drive models), elec-
tronically controlled automatic transmis-
sion system, power antenna, electric
moon roof, back door lock system,
driver and front passenger door lock
system, g auges and meters, multiin-
formation display, SRS airbag system,
front seat belt pretensioners
27. WSH 25 A: Wipers and washer
28. IGN 2 20 A: Starting system
29. PWR NO.3 20 A: Rear passenger ’s
power window (right side)
30. PWR NO.4 20 A: Rear passenger ’s
power window (left side)
31. CIG 15 A: Air conditioning systems,
power rear view mirror control, ciga-
rette lighter 32. RAD NO.2 7.5 A:
Car audio system,
power antenna, power outlets, multiplex
communication system (power door
lock system, security system, auto
door locking system, automatic light
control system, headlight delay off sys-
tem, tail light auto cut system, illumi-
nated entry system, daytime running
light system)
33. 4WD 20 A: A.D.D. control system,
fourwheel drive system
34. STOP 15 A: Stop lights, highmounted
stop lights, multiport fuel injection sys-
tem/sequential multiport fuel injection
system, vehicle skid control system,
traction control system (twowheel
drive models), active traction control
system (fourw heel drive models), mul-
tiplex communication system (autodoor
locking system)
35. OBD 7.5 A: Onboard diagnosis sys-
tem

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Loosening wheel nuts252
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Lowering vehicle 255
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Reinstalling w heel ornament 255
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Removing wheel ornament 251
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Wheel block 251
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Wheel nuts 254
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Floor mat 208
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Fluid level
Brake 287
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Power steering 287
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Washer fluid 299
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Fog light switch, Front 114
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Foreign countries, Operation in 215 . . . . . . . .
Fourwheel drive
Operating the fourwheel drive system 137
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Front air conditioning system
Instrument panel 172
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Front fog light switch 114
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Front passenger ’s seat belt reminder light 125
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Front seats 36,37,38
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Fuel
Filler door o pener 31
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Fuel economy 240
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Fuel pump shut off system 215
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Gauge 122
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Operation in foreign countries 215 . . . . . . .
Tank cap 31
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Fuel information 213
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Fuel pump shut off system 215
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Fuse
Fuse box 298
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Fuse locations 279
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Garage door opener 186
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Garage door opener box 197
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Gauge
Engine coolant temperature 122
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Engine oil pressure 123
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Fuel 122
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Glove box 197
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Good driving practice 133
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Grocery bag hooks 207
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H
Hazard switch 113
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Head restraints 52
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Headlight switch 110,112
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High speed operation
During breakin 213
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Hood release, Engine 29
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How to start the engine 228
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I/M test 276
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Identification
Vehicle 223
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Ignition switch 132
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Ignition switch light 117
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Indicator symbols 5
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Instrument panel
Brightness control 114
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Cigarette lighter and ashtray 195
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Clock 195
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Engine oil pressure gauge 123
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122
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Indicator symbols 5
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Odometer 124
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Tachometer 124
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Trip meter 124
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Instrument panel light control 114
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Instrument panel overview 2,4
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Jack
Location 250 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jump starting 245 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Key reminder buzzer 125
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Keys 8,261
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L
Light bulbs
Backup light 303 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front fog lights 302 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front side marker lights 302 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front turn signal lights 302 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlights 301 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
High mounted stoplight 305 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Licence plate lights 305 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking lights 302 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear turn signal light 303 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stop/tail/rear side marker light 303 . . . . . . .
Tail lights 304 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .