2008 TOYOTA SEQUOIA audio

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping, and safe-driving information.
3Interior
featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in-
terior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners and seat belt
instructions for Canadian owners.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers .............................. 175
Headlight switch .................. 175
Fog light switch ................... 178
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 179
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 181
Headlight cleaner switch ..... 182
2-4. Using other driving systems ........................... 183
Cruise control ...................... 183
Dynamic laser cruise control ............................... 186
Intuitive parking assist......... 196
Electronically modulated air suspension................... 202
AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension System) ......... 207
Four-wheel drive system ..... 208
AUTO LSD system.............. 212
Driving assist systems ........ 214
2-5. Driving information ........... 219 Off-road precautions ........... 219
Cargo and luggage ............. 224
Vehicle load limits ............... 228
Winter driving tips ............... 229
Trailer towing ...................... 233
Dinghy towing ..................... 246 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger ..... 250
Front air conditioning system .............................. 250
Rear air conditioning system .............................. 258
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ......................... 262
Windshield wiper de-icer .... 263
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ........................... 264
3-2. Using the audio system ... 266 Audio system (without navigation system) ........... 266
Using the radio ................... 269
Using the CD player ........... 275
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ....................... 283
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 292
Using the AUX adapter....... 294
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 296
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3-3. Using the rear audio/video system ............................. 298
Rear seat entertainment system .............................. 298
Using the DVD player (DVD video)...................... 305
Using the DVD player (video CD) ........................ 314
Using the DVD player (audio CD/CD text) ........... 316
Using the DVD player (MP3 discs) ...................... 317
Using the video mode ........ 319
Changing the Setup Menu settings ............................. 321
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for
cellular phone)................ 329
Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) ........... 329
Using the hands-free phone system ................... 333
Making a phone call ........... 342
Setting a cellular phone...... 347
Security and system setup ................................ 352
Using the phone book ........ 355
3-5. Using the interior lights ... 362 Interior lights list ................. 362
• Personal/interior light main switch ...................... 363
• Personal/interior lights...... 364
• Interior light ...................... 365 3-6. Using the storage
features ........................... 366
List of storage features ....... 366
• Glove boxes ..................... 367
• Coin holder ....................... 368
• Front console box ............. 368
• Card holder ....................... 370
• Map holder ....................... 371
• Pen holder ........................ 372
• Tissue pocket ................... 373
• Rear console box ............. 373
• Overhead console ............ 376
• Cup holders ...................... 377
• Bottle holders ................... 381
• Auxiliary boxes ................. 382
• Seatback table .................. 384
3-7. Other interior features...... 386 Sun visors ........................... 386
Vanity mirrors ..................... 387
Clock................................... 388
Outside temperature display .............................. 389
Portable ashtray ................. 390
Cigarette lighter .................. 391
Conversation mirror ............ 392
Power outlets ...................... 393
Seat heaters ....................... 397
Seat heaters and ventilators ......................... 400
Armrests ............................. 402
Rear side sunshades .......... 403
Floor mat ............................ 405
Luggage compartment features ............................ 406
Garage door opener ........... 411
Compass ............................ 416

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*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”
Seat heater switches
Seat heater and ventilator
switches

P. 397
P. 400
Air conditioning
system
P. 250
Power outlet P. 393
Audio system
Navigation system
*
P. 266Rear window defogger switch/
Rear window defogger and outside rear
view mirror defogger switch
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Windshield wiper de-icer

P. 262
P. 263Security indicator
P. 96, P. 98Accessory meter
P. 172
Cigarette lighter P. 391
AUX adapter P. 294
: If equipped

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Instrument panelPictorial index
Telephone switches P. 334
Audio remote control
switches
 P. 296
Climate remote control
switches
 P. 264
Cruise control
switch
P. 183, 186
Talk switch
P. 334
Distance switch
P. 188

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
Engine (ignition) switch
■Engine switch
LOCK
The steering wheel is locked
and the key can be removed.
ACC
Some electrical components
such as the audio system can
be used.
ON
All electrical components can
be used.
START
For starting the engine.
■Starting the engine
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in P.
Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the brake pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the START position and start the
engine.

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger... 250
Front air conditioning system ........................... 250
Rear air conditioning system ........................... 258
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ....................... 262
Windshield wiper de-icer ............................ 263
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ......................... 264
3-2. Using the audio system .......................... 266
Audio system (without navigation system)
.......... 266
Using the radio ................. 269
Using the CD player ......... 275
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ..................... 283
Optimal use of the audio system ........................... 292
Using the AUX adapter .... 294
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............... 296 3-3. Using the rear audio/video
system .......................... 298
Rear seat entertainment system ........................... 298
Using the DVD player (DVD video) ................... 305
Using the DVD player (video CD)...................... 314
Using the DVD player (audio CD/CD text) ........ 316
Using the DVD player (MP3 discs) .................... 317
Using the video mode ...... 319
Changing the Setup Menu settings .......................... 321
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for
cellular phone) ............. 329
Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) ......... 329
Using the hands-free phone system ........................... 333
Making a phone call ......... 342
Setting a cellular phone ... 347
Security and system setup .............................. 352
Using the phone book ...... 355
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3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system (without navigation system)
Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to
the “Navigation System Owner's Manual”.
Type A: CD player with external CD changer controller and AM/FM
radio
Type B and C: CD player with changer and AM/FM radio
Ty p e A
Ty p e B