2009 TOYOTA SEQUOIA air suspension

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5-1. Essential information
Using a flat bed truck
If your Toyota is transported by a
flat bed truck, it should be tied
down at the locations shown in
the illustration.
Vehicles without electronica lly modulated air suspension
If you use chains or cables to tie
down your vehicle, the angles
shaded in black must be 45 .
Do not overly tighten the tie
downs or the vehicle may be
damaged.
Apply the parking brake firmly.
Vehicles with electronically modulated air suspension
Front

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If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
■ Visible symptoms
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air cond itioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● Engine coolant temperature g auge needle continually points
higher or lower than normal
● Voltmeter continually points higher or lower than normal
● Engine oil pressure gauge continually points higher or lower
than normal
● Automatic transmission fluid temperature gauge needle con-
tinually points higher or lower than normal (if equipped)
■ Audible symptoms
●Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
■ Operational symptoms
●Engine missing, stumbling or running rough
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, s pongy feeling, pedal almost
touches the floor

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Alphabetical index
A/C ..................................... 260, 268
ABS ........................................... 221
Active traction control ............. 221
Adaptive variable suspension system .................................... 213
Air conditioning filter............... 479
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter .............. 479
Front air conditioning system ................................ 260
Rear air conditioning system ................................ 268
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions............................ 110
Airbag precautions for your
child .................................... 114
Airbag warning light............... 519
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions............................ 110
Curtain shield airbag precautions ......................... 114
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 120
General airbag
precautions ......................... 114
Locations of airbags .............. 107
Modification and disposal of airbags ................................ 118
Proper driving posture ........................ 105, 114
Side airbag operating conditions............................ 110
Side airbag precautions ........ 114
SRS airbags .......................... 107
Alarm ......................................... 102
Antenna..................................... 282
Anti-lock brake system............ 221
Armrest ..................................... 413
Ashtrays.................................... 399
A-TRAC ..................................... 221
Audio input ............................... 303 Audio system
A/V input adapter .................. 328
Antenna................................. 282
Audio input ............................ 303
Audio visual input .................. 328
AUX adapter ......................... 303
CD player/changer ................ 285
DVD player............................ 314
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 292
Optimal use ........................... 301
Portable music player ........... 303
Radio..................................... 279
Rear seat entertainment system ................................ 307
Steering wheel audio switch.................................. 305
Type ...................................... 276
Audio visual input.................... 328
AUTO LSD system ................... 219
Automatic light control system .................................... 181
Automatic
transmission .......................... 154
AUX adapter ............................. 303
Auxiliary box ........................... 392
A/V input adapter ..................... 328
AVS ........................................... 213
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 495
Wattage................................. 568
Back door Back door ................................ 42
Wireless remote control .......... 33
Back window ........................... 90
Battery Checking ............................... 462
If the vehicle has discharged
battery................................. 546
Preparing and checking before
winter .................................. 237
Bluetooth
................................ 342
Bottle holder............................. 391
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Door courtesy lightsDoor courtesy lights .............. 371
Wattage ................................. 568
Doors Back door ................................42
Door glasses ...........................88
Door lock ...........................33, 37
Side doors ...............................37
Side mirrors .............................82
Driver's seat belt reminder light ......................................... 520
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 143
Correct posture ..................... 105
Procedures ............................ 142
Winter driving tips.................. 237
Driving position memory...........61
DVD player ................................ 314
Electronically modulated air
suspension............................. 208
Emergency flashers
Switch.................................... 508
Emergency, in case of If the engine will not start ...... 542
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted ................................. 544
If the vehicle has discharged
battery ................................. 546
If the warning buzzer sounds ................................ 518
If the warning light turns on ........................................ 518
If the warning message is
displayed............................. 527
If you have a flat tire ............. 532
If you lose your keys ............. 545
If you think something is wrong .................................. 514
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 553
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 509 If your vehicle overheats ....... 550
Engine
Compartment ........................ 450
Engine switch ........................ 151
Hood ..................................... 449
How to start the engine ................................. 151
Identification number............. 558
If the engine will not start ...... 542
Ignition switch ...................... 151
Overheating .......................... 550
Engine coolant Capacity ................................ 563
Checking ............................... 457
Preparing and checking before winter .................................. 237
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ...................................... 161
Engine immobilizer system .... 100
Engine oil Capacity ................................ 561
Checking ............................... 452
Preparing and checking before winter .................................. 237
Engine oil maintenance data ......................................... 455
Engine switch........................... 151
Event data recorder ................. 516
FFV ...................................... 95, 569
Flex-fuel .............................. 95, 569
Flexible fuel vehicle ........... 95, 569
Floor mat .................................. 417
Fluid Brake..................................... 458
Washer.................................. 464
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 495
Switch ................................... 183
Wattage................................. 568
Four-wheel drive system......... 214
Front air conditioning system .................................... 260
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Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 495
Switch ................................... 183
Wattage ................................ 568
Front passenger occupant
classification system............ 120
Front passenger's seat belt reminder light ........................ 520
Front seats Adjustment ............................. 47
Front side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 495
Switch ................................... 180
Wattage ................................ 568
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 495
Wattage ................................ 568
Fuel Capacity ............................... 560
Fuel gauge ........................... 161
Fuel pump shut off system ... 515
Gas station information ........ 612
Information ........................... 569
Refueling ................................ 95
Type ..................................... 560
Fuel door .................................... 95
Fuel filler door ........................... 95
Fuel pump shut off system .... 515
Fuses ........................................ 484
Garage door opener ................ 423
Gas station information .......... 612
Gauges ..................................... 161
Glove box ................................. 376
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ............... 338
Hazard lights Switch ................................... 508
Head restraints Adjusting ................................ 64
Headlight cleaner .................... 187 Headlights
Replacing light bulbs .............495
Switch....................................180
Wattage .................................568
Heaters
Seat heaters ..................408, 411
Side mirror.............................272
Height control
Electronically modulated air suspension..........................208
Hood ..........................................449
Hooks
Cargo net ..............................419
Shopping bag ........................420
Horn...........................................160
I/M test.......................................444
Identification Engine ...................................559
Vehicle ..................................558
Ignition switch ..........................151
Illuminated entry system .........371
Indicator lights .........................166
Initialization Items to initialize....................588
Inside rear view mirror ..............79
Interior lights Interior lights..........................371
Switch....................................372
Wattage .................................568
Instrument panel light
control ....................................165
Intuitive parking assist ............202
Jack Replacing the wheel ..............532
Jack handle ..............................532
Keyless entry..............................33
Keys Engine switch ........................151
If you lose your keys .............545
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