2008 TOYOTA SEQUOIA rear suspension

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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
3Interior features

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CAUTION
■Modification and disposal of SRS airbag system components
Do not dispose of your vehicle or perform any of the following modifications
without consulting your Toyota dealer.
The SRS airbags may malfunction or deploy (inflate) accidentally, causing
death or serious injury.
● Installation, removal, disassembly and repair of the SRS airbags.
● Repairs, modifications, removal or replacement of the steering wheel,
instrument panel, dashboard, seats or seat upholstery, front, side and rear
pillars or roof side rails.
● Repairs or modifications of the front fender, front bumper, or side of the
occupant compartment.
● Installation of snow plows, winches, etc. to the front grille (bull bars, kan-
garoo bar etc.).
● Modifications to the vehicle's suspension system.
● Installation of electronic devices such as mobile two-way radios or CD
players.
● Modifications to your vehicle for a person with a physical disability.

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2-1. Driving procedures ........ 136Driving the vehicle............ 136
Engine (ignition) switch .... 145
Automatic
transmission
(6-speed models)
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Automatic transmission (5-speed models) ........... 152
Turn signal lever .............. 155
Parking brake ................... 156
2-2. Instrument cluster.......... 157 Gauges and meters ......... 157
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 162
Multi-information display............................ 167
Accessory meter .............. 172
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

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Before towing
Check that the following conditions are met:
●Ensure that your vehicle’s tires are properly inflated. ( P. 553)
● Trailer tires should be inflated according to the trailer manufacturer’s rec-
ommendation.
● All trailer lights work to be legal.
● All lights work each time you connect them.
● The trailer ball is set up at the proper height for the coupler on the t\
railer.
● The vehicle remains level when a loaded or unloaded trailer is hitched.
Do not drive if the vehicle is not level, and check for improper tongue
load, overloading, worn suspension, or other possible causes.
● The trailer cargo is securely loaded.
● The rear view mirrors conform to all applicable federal, state/provincial or
local regulations. If they do not, instal l rear view mirrors appropriate for
towing purposes.
● Depress TOW/HAUL button (if equipped)
■ When connecting and disconnecting a trailer
Set the electronically modulated air suspension system to MAN., or turn off
the engine, when the system is in N mode. (if equipped)
■ AVS (adaptive variable suspension system) (if equipped)
The suspension can be switched for improvement in driveability. ( P. 207)
■ Break-in schedule
●Toyota recommends that you do not use a new vehicle or a vehicle with
any new power train components (engine, transmission, differential,
wheel bearings, etc.) to tow a trailer for the first 500 miles (800 km) of
driving.
● Drive the vehicle at a speed of less than 50 mph (80 km/h) when towing a
trailer for another 500 miles (800 km/h).
● Avoid full throttle acceleration.
■ Maintenance
●If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance
due to the additional load. (See “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or
“Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)

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A/C ..................................... 250, 258
ABS ........................................... 214
Adaptive variable suspension system .................................... 207
Air conditioning filter............... 467
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter .............. 467
Front air conditioning
system ................................ 250
Rear air conditioning
system ................................ 258
Airbags Airbag operating
conditions............................ 106
Airbag precautions for your child .................................... 110
Airbag warning light............... 506
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions............................ 106
Curtain shield airbag precautions ......................... 110
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........... 116
General airbag precautions ......................... 110
Locations of airbags .............. 103
Modification and disposal of airbags ................................ 114
Proper driving posture ........................ 101, 110
Side airbag operating
conditions............................ 106
Side airbag precautions ........ 110
SRS airbags .......................... 103
Alarm ...........................................98
Antenna..................................... 272
Anti-lock brake system............ 214
Armrest ..................................... 402
Ashtrays.................................... 390
Audio input ............................... 294
Audio system
A/V input adapter .................. 319
Antenna ................................. 272 Audio input ............................ 294
Audio visual input .................. 319
AUX adapter ......................... 294
CD player/changer ................ 275
DVD player............................ 305
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 283
Optimal use ........................... 292
Portable music player ........... 294
Radio..................................... 269
Rear seat entertainment
system ................................ 298
Steering wheel audio switch.................................. 296
Type ...................................... 266
Audio visual input.................... 319
AUTO LSD system ................... 212
Automatic light control system .................................... 176
Automatic
transmission .................. 148, 152
AUX adapter ............................. 294
Auxiliary box ........................... 382
A/V input adapter ..................... 319
AVS ........................................... 207
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 483
Wattage................................. 554
Back door Back door ................................ 41
Wireless remote control .......... 33
Back window ........................... 87
Battery Checking ............................... 450
If the vehicle has discharged
battery................................. 532
Preparing and checking before
winter .................................. 229
Bluetooth
................................ 333
Bottle holder............................. 381
Brakes
Fluid ...................................... 446
Parking brake ........................ 156
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Front seats
Adjustment ............................. 46
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 483
Switch ................................... 175
Wattage ................................ 554
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 483
Wattage ................................ 554
Fuel Capacity ............................... 546
Fuel gauge ........................... 157
Fuel pump shut off system ... 502
Gas station information ........ 596
Information ........................... 555
Refueling ................................ 92
Type ..................................... 546
Fuel door .................................... 92
Fuel filler door ........................... 92
Fuel pump shut off system .... 502
Fuses ........................................ 472
Garage door opener ................ 411
Gas station information .......... 596
Gauges ..................................... 157
Glove box ................................. 367
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ............... 329
Head restraints
Adjusting ................................ 62
Headlight cleaner .................... 182
Headlights Replacing light bulbs ............ 483
Switch ................................... 175
Wattage ................................ 554
Heaters Seat heaters ................. 397, 400
Side mirror ............................ 262
Height control Electronically modulated air suspension ......................... 202 Hood ..........................................437
Hooks
Cargo net ..............................407
Shopping bag ........................408
I/M test.......................................432
Identification Engine ...................................545
Vehicle ..................................544
Ignition switch ..........................145
Illuminated entry system .........362
Indicator lights .........................162
Initialization
Items to initialize....................573
Inside rear view mirror ..............76
Interior lights Interior lights..........................362
Switch....................................363
Wattage .................................554
Instrument panel light control ....................................161
Intuitive parking assist ............196
Jack
Replacing the wheel ..............519
Jack handle ..............................519
Keyless entry..............................33
Keys Engine switch ........................145
If you lose your keys .............531
Ignition switch........................145
Keyless entry...........................33
Key number .............................32
Keys ........................................32
Wireless remote control key ........................................33
License plate lights Replacing light bulbs .............483
Wattage .................................554
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