2002 TOYOTA SEQUOIA air suspension

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NOTICE
Do not perform any of the following
changes without consulting your
Toyota dealer. Such changes can
interfere with proper operation of the
front seat belt pretensioners in some
cases.
Installation of electronic devices
such as a mobile twoway radio,
cassette tape player or compact
disc player
 Repairs on or near the front seat
belt retractor assemblies
 Modification of the suspension sys-
tem
 Modification of the front end struc-
ture
 Attachment of a grille guard (bull
bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow,
winches or any other equipment to
the front end
 Repairs made on or near the front
fenders, front end structure or con-
sole
This front seat belt pretensioner system
has a service reminder indicator to inform
the driver of operating problems. If any of
the following conditions occurs, this
indicates a malfunction of the airbags or
pretensioners. Contact your Toyota dealer
as soon as possible to service the
vehicle.
The light does not come on when the
ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi-
tion, or the light remains on.
The light comes on or flashes while
driving.
If either front seat belt does not retract
or cannot be pulled out due to a mal-
function or activation of the relevant
front seat belt pretensioner.
In the following cases, contact your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible:
The front part of the vehicle (shaded
in the illustration) was involved in an
accident that was not severe enough to
cause the front seat belt pretensioners
to operate.
Either front seat belt pretensioner as-
sembly or surrounding area is
scratched, cracked, or otherwise dam-
aged.

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Do not modify or remove any wir-
ing. Do not modify, remove, strike
or open any components such as
the steering wheel pad, steering
wheel, column cover, front passen-
ger airbag cover, front passenger
airbag or airbag sensor assembly.
Doing any of these may cause sud-
den SRS front airbag inflation or
disable the system, which could re-
sult in death or serious injury.
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in death or serious injury.NOTICE
Do not perform any of the following
changes without consulting your
Toyota dealer. Such changes can in-
terfere with proper operation of the
SRS front airbag system in some
cases.
 Installation of electronic devices
such as a mobile twoway radio,
cassette tape player or compact
disc player
 Modification of the suspension sys-
tem
 Modification of the front end struc-
ture
 Attachment of a grille guard (bull
bar, kangaroo bar, etc.), snowplow,
winches or any other equipment to
the front end
 Repairs made on or near the front
fenders, front end structure, con-
sole, steering column, steering
wheel or dashboard near the front
passenger airbag
This SRS front airbag system has a ser-
vice reminder indicator to inform the driver
of operating problems. If either of the fol-
lowing conditions occurs, this indicates a
malfunction of the airbags. Contact your
Toyota dealer as soon as possible to ser-
vice the vehicle.
The light does not come on when the
ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi-
tion, or the light remains on.
The light comes on while driving.

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Do not place any seat accessories
in the side airbag inflation area.
Such accessories may prevent the
side airbags from activating correct-
ly, causing death or serious injury.
Do not modify or replace the seats
or upholstery of the front seats
with the side airbags. Such changes
may disable the system or cause
the side airbags to inflate acciden-
tally, resulting in death or serious
injury. Consult your Toyota dealer if
you insist on modifications of this
kind.
Do not disassemble or repair the
first and third pillars and roof side
containing the curtain shield air-
bags. Such changes may disable
the system or cause the curtain
shield airbags to inflate accidental-
ly, resulting in death or serious in-
jury. Consult your Toyota dealer if
you consider modifications of this
kind.
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
Do not perform any of the following
changes without consulting your
Toyota dealer. Such changes can
interfere with proper operation of the
SRS side and curtain shield airbag
system in some cases.
 Installation of electronic devices
such as a mobile twoway radio,
cassette tape player or compact
disc player
 Modification of the suspension sys-
tem
 Modification of the side structure of
the passenger compartment
 Repairs made on or near the con-
sole
This SRS side and curtain shield airbag
system has a service remi nder indicator to
inform the driver of operating problems. If
either of the following conditions occurs,
this indicates a malfunction of the airbags.
Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible to service the vehicle.
The light does not come on when the
ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi-
tion, or the light remains on.
The light comes on or flashes while
driving.

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U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of
Land Management
CAUTION
Always observe the following precau-
tions to minimize the risk of serious
personal injury or damage to your ve-
hicle:
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 offroad. A
bad bump could jerk the wheel and
injure your hands. Keep both hands
and especially your thumbs on the
outside of the rim.
Always check your brakes for effec-
tiveness 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 under-
body. 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 per-
son is significantly more likely to
die than a person wearing a seat
belt. Therefore, the driver and all
passengers should fasten their seat
belts whenever the vehicle is mov-
ing.
When driving offroad or in rugged
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.
NOTICE
If driving through water, such as
when crossing shallow streams,
first check the depth of the water
and the bottom of the river bed for
firmness. Drive slowly and avoid
deep water.
 Take all necessary safety measures
to ensure that water damage to the
engine or other components does
not occur.
Water entering the engine air intake
will cause severe engine damage.
Water can wash the grease from
wheel bearings, causing rusting and
premature failure, and may also en-
ter the differentials, transmission
and transfer case, reducing the gear
oil’s lubricating qualities.
 Sand and mud that has accumulated
in brake drums and around brake
discs may affect braking efficiency
and may damage brake system com-
ponents.

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Battery condition
Check the battery condition by the indica-
tor color. See page 296 in Section 73 for
additional information.
Brake fluid level
Make sure the brake fluid level is correct.
See page 287 in Section 72 for addition-
al information.
Engine oil level
Check the level on the dipstick with the
engine turned off and the vehicle parked
on a level spot. See page 284 in Section
72 for additional information.
Power steering fluid level
Check the level through the reservoir. The
level should be in the “HOT” or “COLD”
range depending on the fluid temperature.
See page 287 in Section 72 for addition-
al information.
Exhaust system
If you notice any change in the sound of
the exhaust or smell exhaust fumes, have
the cause located and corrected immedi-
ately. (See “Engine exhaust cautions” on
page 217 in Section 2.)Be on the alert for changes in perfor-
mance, sounds, and visual tipoffs that
indicate service is needed. Some impor-
tant clues are as follows:
Engine missing, stumbling, or pinging
Appreciable loss of power
Strange engine noises
A leak under the vehicle (however, wa-
ter dripping from the air conditioning
after use is normal.)
Change in exhaust sound (This may
indicate a dangerous carbon monoxide
leak. Drive with the windows open and
have the exhaust system checked im-
mediately.)
Flatlooking tire; excessive tire squeal
when cornering; uneven tire wear
Vehicle pulls to one side when driving
straight on a level road
Strange noises related to suspension
movement
Loss of brake effectiveness; spongy
feeling brake or clutch pedal; pedal al-
most touches floor; vehicle pulls to one
side when braking
Engine coolant temperature continually
higher than normal
Engine continually runs hot; oil pres-
sure gauge stays low.
If you notice any of these clues, take your
vehicle to your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible. It probably needs adjustment or
repair.
CAUTION
Do not continue driving with the ve-
hicle unchecked. It could result in se-
rious vehicle damage and possibly
personal injury.
Does your vehicle need
repairing?

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Rear view mirrorsFolding 105 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside 104 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power 104 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners 318 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Roof luggage carrier 207 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Seat adjustment precautions
Front seats 36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt comfort guide 63 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt extender 62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belts
Cleaning 267 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fastening 55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt precautions 55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belt pretensioners 65 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat heater switches 54 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seats 36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Second seat 40,41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service and maintenance 272 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side door locks 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side door locks
Automatic locking and unlocking functions 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side doors 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side doors
Automatic locking and unlocking functions 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spare fuse 298 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spare tire 250 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications 308 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SRS driver and front
passenger airbags 68 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS side and curtain shield airbags 75 . . . . .
SRS warning light 125 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting
Cold weather 228 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine 228 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Jump starting 245 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering
Tilt steering wheel 103 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering column 132 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Column lock 132 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sun visors 107 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Suspension and chassis 224 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switch
Back window defogger 119 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Back window wiper and washer 118 . . . . . .
Emergency flasher 113 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlight, dimmer and turn signal 110,112 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition 132 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside rear view mirror defogger 119 . . . .
Overdrive 133 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windshield wiper and washer 117 . . . . . . . .
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Tachometer 124
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Theft deterrent system 29
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Theft prevention labels 224
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Third seats 45
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Threeway catalytic converter 216
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Tiedown hooks 206
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Tilt steering wheel 103
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Tires Changing
249
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Flat tire 249
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Rotation 290
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Spare 250
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Tire information 288,289,290,291,292
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Tools 250
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To w i n g
Dinghy towing 233
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Emergency towing 259
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Emergency towing hook precautions 260
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If your vehicle needs to be towed 257 . . . . .
Tips for towing a stuck vehicle 261 . . . . . . .
Trailer 233
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Traction control system warning light 125
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Trailer towing 233
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Trip meter 124
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Turn signals 110,112
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Types of tires 224
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Unengaged “Park” warning light 125 . . . . . . . .
Uniform tire quality grading 318 . . . . . . . . . . . .