2008 TOYOTA SEQUOIA tow

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5-1. Essential information
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Emergency towin g procedure
The engine switch must be in the ACC (engine off) or the ON
(engine running) position.
4WD models: Put the front wheel drive control switch in 2WD.
Put the shift lever in N.
Release the parking brake.
CAUTION
■ Caution while towing
●Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle.
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive
stress on the emergency towing eyelet and the cables or chains.
● If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering
will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious da mage to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the four wheels on the ground.
This may cause serious damage to the transmission.
■ Emergency towing eyelet precautions
● Before emergency towing, check that the eyelet is not broken or damaged
and that the installation bolts are not loose.
● Fasten the towing cable or chain securely to the eyelet.
● Do not jerk the eyelet. Apply steady and even force.
● To avoid damaging the eyelet, do not pull from the side or at a vertical
angle. Always pull straight ahead.

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Towing with a sling-type truck
Towing with a wheel lift-type truck from the frontUse a towing dolly under the rear
wheels.
NOTICE
■To prevent body damage
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.
NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle wheels on the ground.

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Towing with a wheel lift-type truck from the rear
2WD models Turn the engine switch to the
ACC position.
4WD models When not using a towing dolly,
turn the engine switch to the
ACC position, shift the shift lever
to N and put the front wheel drive
control switch in 2WD.
NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission (4WD models)
Never tow this vehicle wheels on the ground.
■ To prevent damaging the vehicle
●Do not tow the vehicle with the key removed or in the LOCK position.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheel
straight.
● When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at
the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the
vehicle could be damaged while being towed.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Firmly tighten each nut two or
three times in the order shown in
the illustration.
Tightening torque:
154 ft·lbf (209 N·m, 21.3 kgf·m)*
*
: When used on aluminum wheel, apply 97 ft·lbf (131
N·m, 13.4 kgf·m)
Stowing the flat tire, jack and all tools
Lay down the tire with the outer side facing up, and install the
holding bracket.
Then secure the tire, taking care that the tire goes straight up
without catching on any other part, to prevent it from flying for-
ward during a collision or sudden braking.
Keep winding until three clicks are heard.
Stow the tools and jack securely.
■After completing the tire change
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. (P. 455)
■When using the temporary spare tire
As the temporary spare tire is not equipped with the tire pressure warn-
ing valve and transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not
be warned. Also, if you replace the temporary spare tire after the tire
pressure warning light comes on, the light remains on.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to rock the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the sur-
rounding area is clear, to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or persons.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.
■ When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may
cause an accident and result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and do not rev the engine.
● If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures, the vehicle may
require towing to be freed.
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and put the shift
lever in P.
Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide
traction under the tires.
2WD models: Activate the AUTO LSD. ( P. 212)
4WD models: Shift the front wh eel drive control switch to
4L.
Then push the center differential lock switch. ( P. 209)
Carefully apply the accelerator to free the vehicle.

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Vehicle specifications
Weight
*1: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. (P. 544)
*2: Without towing package
*3: With towing package
Model code*1EngineDriving
systemVehicle capacity weight
(Occupants+luggage)
Towing capacity
(Trailer weight + cargo)
UCK60L-GKASKA
4.7L V8
(2UZ-FE) engine 2WD
1215 lb. (550 kg)6300 lb. (2855 kg)*2
7800 lb. (3535 kg)*3
UCK60L-GKALKA1240 lb. (560 kg)6200 lb. (2810 kg)*2
7700 lb. (3490 kg)*3
UCK65L-GKASKA
4WD
1275 lb. (575 kg)6000 lb. (2720 kg)*2
7500 lb. (3400 kg)*3
UCK65L-GKALKA1300 lb. (585 kg)5600 lb. (2540 kg)*2
7100 lb. (3220 kg)*3
USK60L-GKTSKA
5.7L V8
(3UR-FE) engine 2WD
1310 lb. (590 kg)8300 lb. (3760 kg)*2
10000 lb. (4535 kg)*3
USK60L-GKTLKA1330 lb. (600 kg)8200 lb. (3715 kg)*2
9500 lb. (4305 kg)*3
USK60L-GKTZKA1315 lb. (595 kg)8100 lb. (3670 kg)*2
9100 lb. (4125 kg)*3
USK65L-GKTSKA
4WD
1210 lb. (545 kg)8000 lb. (3625 kg)*2
9600 lb. (4350 kg)*3
USK65L-GKTLKA1230 lb. (555 kg)7900 lb. (3580 kg)*2
9100 lb. (4125 kg)*3
USK65L-GKTZKA1220 lb. (550 kg)7800 lb. (3535 kg)*2
8800 lb. (3990 kg)*3

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Vehicle specifications
Cooling system
Ignition system
Capacity
4.7 L V8
(2UZ-FE)
engine
13.3 qt. (12.6 L, 11.0 Imp.qt.)
5.7 L V8
(3UR-FE)
engine Vehicles without towing package
14.5 qt. (13.7 L, 12.0 Imp.qt.)
Vehicles with towing package
15.4 qt. (14.6 L, 12.8 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type Use either of the following.
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and
non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid
organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Spark plug
4.7 L V8 (2UZ-FE) engine
Make DENSO NGK
Gap
5.7 L V8 (3UR-FE) engine
Make DENSO
Gap SK20R11
IFR6A11
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
SK20HR11
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
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Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust gap when tuning engine.

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Vehicle specifications
Automatic transmission
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary,
contact your Toyota dealer.
Transfer (4WD models)
Fluid
capacity
*
4.7 L V8
(2UZ-FE)
engine Vehicles without towing package
11.1 qt. (10.5 L, 9.2 Imp.qt.)
Vehicles with towing package
11.7 qt. (11.1 L, 9.8 Imp.qt.)
5.7 L V8
(3UR-FE)
engineVehicles without towing package
11.7 qt. (11.1 L, 9.8 Imp.qt.)
Vehicles with towing package
12.4 qt. (11.7 L, 10.3 Imp.qt.)
Fluid type
Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS”
may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission
accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic
transmission of your vehicle.
Oil capacity 1.43 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 Imp.qt.)
Oil typeGear oil API GL-5
Recommended oil viscosity SAE 75W-90