2008 TOYOTA SEQUOIA Windshield

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system
and defogger
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Interior features
■When outside temperature approaches 32 F (0 C)
The air conditioning system may not operate even when is pressed.
■ When the indicator on
flashes
Press
and turn off the air conditioning system before turning it on
once more. There may be a problem in the air conditioning system if the indi-
cator continues to flash. Turn the air conditioning system off and have it
inspected by your Toyota dealer.
CAUTION
■ To prevent the windshield from fogging up
Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The
difference between the temperature of the outside air and that of the wind-
shield can cause the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your
vision.
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioning system on longer than necessary when the
engine is stopped.

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
Windshield wiper de-icer (if equipped)
■The de-icer can be operated when
The engine switch is in the ON position.
CAUTION
■When the windshield wiper de-icer is on
Do not touch the glass at the lower part of the windshield or to the side of the
front pillars as the surfaces can become very hot and burn you.
This feature is used to prevent ice from building up on the wind-
shield and wiper blades.
On/off
Press the button to turn on the
windshield wiper de-icer. The
indicator will come on. The
windshield wiper de-icer will
automatically turn off after
approximately 15 minutes.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
Fuse layout and amperage ratings
■ Engine compartment
FuseAmpereCircuit
1 A/F 15 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
2 HORN 10 A Horn
3 EFI NO.1 25 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
4 IG2 MAIN 30 A INJ, MET, IGN fuses
5 L2 RR2 SEAT 30 A Power third seat
6 L1 RR2 SEAT 30 A Power third seat
7 CDS FAN 25 A Electric cooling fans
8 DEICER 20 A Windshield wiper de-icer
9 TOW TAIL 30 A Trailer lights (tail lights)
10 R2 RR2 SEAT 30 A Power third seat 11 R1 RR2 SEAT 30 A Power third seat
12 POWER NO.4 25 A Power windows

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Indicates that the fuel
level is low.
A buzzer also sounds
and the low fuel level
warning light comes on. Fill up the tank as soon
as possible.
(if equipped) Indicates that the laser
radar sensor is dirty or
covered with ice.
A buzzer also sounds. Clean the sensor.
(if equipped) Indicates that the
dynamic laser cruise
control system is unable
to judge vehicle-to-vehi-
cle distance.
A buzzer also sounds. If the windshield wipers
are on, turn them off or
set them to either the
intermittent.
(Flashing)
(if equipped) Indicates that your vehi-
cle is nearing the vehicle
ahead (in vehicle-to-
vehicle distance control
mode).
Slow the vehicle by
applying the brakes.
(if equipped) (Flashing) Indicates that the
dynamic laser cruise
control system is mal-
function.
A buzzer also sounds. Press the ON-OFF but-
ton to turn the cruise
control system off. And
then turn the system
on again.
Warning lightDetailsCorrection procedure

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Alphabetical index
Valet key..................................... 32
Vanity lights
Vanity lights .......................... 387
Wattage ................................ 554
Vanity mirrors .......................... 387
Vehicle identification
number................................... 544
Vehicle stability control .......... 214
VSC ........................................... 214
Warning buzzers
Brake system........................ 505
Open door ............................ 507
Seat belt reminder ................ 507
Warning lights ABS ...................................... 506
Airbag system....................... 506
Anti-lock brake system ......... 506
Brake assist system ............. 506
Brake system........................ 505
Charging system .... .............. 505
Electronic engine control
system................................ 506
Engine oil pressure............... 506
Malfunction indicator lamp.... 506
Master warning light ............. 508
Open door ............................ 507
Pretensioners ....................... 506
Seat belt reminder light ........ 507
SRS airbags ......................... 506
Tire pressure warning light ... 508
Warning messages ................. 514
Washer Checking .............................. 452
Preparing and checking
before winter ...................... 229
Switch ........................... 179, 181
Washing and waxing............... 422
Weight Cargo capacity ..................... 224
Load limits ............................ 228
Weight .................................. 543
Wheels...................................... 465 Window glasses ..................85, 87
Window lock switch ...................85
Windows
Power back window ................87
Power windows .......................85
Rear window defogger ..........262
Washer ..........................179, 181
Windshield wiper de-icer.........263
Windshield wipers ...................179
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............470
Wireless remote control ..........33
WMA disc ..................................283V
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