2009 TOYOTA SEQUOIA brake fluid

458 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Radiator and condenserCheck the radiator and condenser and clear any foreign objects.
If either of the above parts are ex tremely dirty or you are not sure of
their condition, have your vehicl e checked by your Toyota dealer.
Brake fluid
■ Checking fluid level
The brake fluid level should be
between the MAX and MIN lines
on the reservoir.
NOTICE
■When adding engine coolant
Coolant is neither plain water nor stra ight antifreeze. The correct mixture of
water and antifreeze must be used to provide proper lubrication, corrosion
protection and cooling. Be sure to read the antifreeze or coolant label.
■ If you spill coolant
Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent damage to parts or paint.
CAUTION
■When the engine is hot
Do not touch the radiator or condenser as they may be hot and may cause
burns.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■
Adding fluid
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
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Fluid type FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
■ Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air
Excess moisture in the fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking effi-
ciency. Use only newly opened brake fluid.
CAUTION
■When filling the reservoir
Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage
painted surfaces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with clean
water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
NOTICE
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads
wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious pro\
blem.
■ If you spill fluid
Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent damage to parts or paint.

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5-1. Essential information
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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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light tur ns on or a war ning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Toyota dealer.
*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
The buzzer sounds to indicate that parking brake is still engaged (with the
vehicle having reached a speed of 3 mph [5 km/h])
Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Brake system warning li
ght (warning buzzer)*
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system This light also comes on when the parking brake is
not released. If the light turns off after the parking
brake is fully released, the system is operating nor-
mally.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging sys-
tem.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
(Flashing)
Indicates that the park-
ing brake is still
engaged with the vehicle
having reached a speed
of more than 3 mph (5
km/h).
A buzzer also sounds
intermittently. Release the parking
brake.
Indicates that the
washer fluid level is low. A buzzer also sounds. Add washer fluid.
(U.S.A. only) Indicates that the engine
oil is scheduled to be
changed.
A buzzer also sounds.
Check the engine oil,
and change if neces-
sary.
Comes on approxi-
mately 4500 miles (7200
km) after the engine oil
is changed. (The indica-
tor will not work prop-
erly unless the oil
maintenance data has
been reset).
(U.S.A. only) Indicates that the engine
oil should be changed.
A buzzer also sounds.
Check and change the
engine oil.
Comes on approxi-
mately 5000 miles (8000
km) after the engine oil
is changed (and the oil
maintenance data has
been reset).
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure

566 6-1. Specifications
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N,50 kgf) with the engine running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67.1 lbf (300 N,30.6 kgf).
Chassis lubrication
Steering
Pedal clearance *14.1 in. (104 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.04  0.20 in. (1  5 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel *26 — 9 clicks
Fluid type FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
Propeller shafts Spider
Slide yokeLithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2
Molybdenum — disulfide lithium base
chassis grease, NLGI No.2 or lithium
base chassis grease, NLGI No.2
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid type
Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II
or III

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Alphabetical index
Brakes
Fluid...................................... 458
Parking brake ....................... 159
Brake assist ............................. 221
Break-in tips ............................ 143
Card holder .............................. 379
Care Exterior ................................. 434
Interior .................................. 436
Seat belts ............................. 437
Cargo capacity ........................ 236
Cargo hooks ............................ 419
CD changer .............................. 285
CD player ................................. 285
Chains ...................................... 237
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition ....... 125
Booster seats, installation .... 135
Convertible seats, definition............................. 125
Convertible seats,
installation .......................... 134
Front passenger occupant classification system .......... 120
Infant seats, definition .......... 125
Infant seats, installation ........ 133
Installing CRS with LATCH system................................ 130
Installing CRS with seat belts ................................... 133
Installing CRS with top tether straps ....................... 136
Child safety
Airbag precautions ............... 114
Battery precautions ...... 463, 548
Child restraint system ........... 125
Child-protectors ...................... 38
How your child should wear the seat belt ......................... 73
Installing child restraints ....... 129
Moon roof precautions............ 94
Power window lock switch ...... 88 Power window precautions .....89
Removed key battery
precautions .........................483
Seat belt extender precautions ...........................75
Seat belt precautions ..............74
Seat heater precautions ........410
Child-protectors .........................38
Cigarette lighter .......................400
Cleaning Exterior ..................................434
Interior ...................................436
Seat belts ..............................437
Climate control seat.................411
Clock ........................................ 396
Coin holder ...............................377
Compass ...................................428
Condenser ................................458
Console box .....................377, 382
Conversation mirror ................401
Cooling system
Engine overheating ...............550
CRS ...........................................125
Cruise control
Cruise control ........................188
Dynamic radar cruise control .................................191
Cup holders ..............................386
Curtain shield airbags .............107
Customizable features.............584
Daytime running light system ....................................181
Defogger
Rear window .........................272
Side mirrors ...........................272
Dimension.................................556
Dinghy towing ..........................257
Display Trip information .....................171
Warning message .................527
Do-it-yourself main tenance.....445
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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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