2009 TOYOTA SEQUOIA wipers

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Windshield wipers and washer
Wiper intervals can be adjusted for intermittent operation (when
is selected.)
Intermittent windshield
wiper operation
Low speed windshield wiper
operation
High speed windshield
wiper operation
Temporary operation
Intermittent wiper interval
adjustment (decrease)
Intermittent wiper interval
adjustment (increase)

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
2
When driving
■
The windshield wiper and washer can be operated when
The engine switch must be in the ON position.
■ If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked and if there is washer fluid in
the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■ When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled
toward you and held continually.
■ When a nozzle becomes block
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
Wipers will automatically oper-
ate a couple of times after the
washer squirts.

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Rear window wiper and washer
■The rear window wiper and w asher can be operated when
● The engine switch must be in the ON position.
● The back window is fully closed.
■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
Settings (e.g. washer linkage wiper control) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 584)
NOTICE
■When the rear window is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the rear window.
Intermittent window wiper
operation.
Normal window wiper oper-
ation
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
Washer/wiper dual opera-
tion
The rear window wiper oper-
ates while the washer squirts.

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
2
When driving
Headlight cleaner switch (if equipped)
■The headlight cleaner can be operated when
The engine switch is in the ON position and the headlights are turned on.
NOTICE
■When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not use this function when the washer fluid tank is empty. This may
cause the washer fluid pump to overheat.
Washer fluid can be sprayed on the headlights.
Press the switch to clean the
headlights.

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2-4. Using other
driving systems
2
When driving
■Automatically canceling vehicle-to-vehicle distance control
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control driving is automatically canceled in the
following situations.
●Vehicle speed falls below 25 mph (40 km/h)
● VSC is activated
● The sensor cannot operate correctly because it is covered in some way.
*
●The windshield wipers are operating at high or low speed.*
●The operation cannot be switched for 5 seconds or more after operating
the front wheel drive control switch or the center differential lock switch.
*: Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control driving must be reset by pressing the
ON-OFF button again.
If vehicle-to-vehicle distance control driving is automatically canceled for any
other reason, there may be a malfunction in the system. Contact your Toyota
dealer.
■ Automatically canceling constant speed control
The set speed is automatically canceled in the following situations.
●Actual vehicle speed is more than 10 mph (16 km/h) below the preset
vehicle speed
At this time, the memorized set speed is not retained.
● Vehicle speed falls below 25 mph (40 km/h)
● VSC is activated
● The operation cannot be switched for 5 seconds or more after operating
the front wheel drive control switch or the center differential lock switch.
■ Vehicle-to-vehicle distance settings
Select a distance from the table below. Note that the distances shown corre-
spond to a vehicle speed of 55 mph (90 km/h). Vehicle-to-vehicle distance
increases/decreases in accordance with vehicle speed.
Distance optionsVehicle-to-vehicle distance
Long Approximately 245 ft. (75 m)
Medium Approximately 165 ft. (50 m) Short Approximately 100 ft. (30 m)

530 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Indicates that the fuel
level is low.A buzzer also sounds
and the low fuel level
warning light comes on. Fill up the tank as soon
as possible.
(if equipped) Indicates that the laser
radar sensor is dirty or
covered with ice.
A buzzer also sounds. Clean the sensor.
(if equipped) Indicates that the
dynamic laser cruise
control system is unable
to judge vehicle-to-vehi-
cle distance.
A buzzer also sounds. If the windshield wipers
are on, turn them off or
set them to either the
intermittent.
(Flashing)
(if equipped) Indicates that your vehi-
cle is nearing the vehicle
ahead (in vehicle-to-
vehicle distance control
mode).
Slow the vehicle by
applying the brakes.
(if equipped) (Flashing) Indicates that the
dynamic laser cruise
control system is mal-
function.
A buzzer also sounds. Press the ON-OFF but-
ton to turn the cruise
control system off. And
then turn the system
on again.
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure

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Alphabetical index
Towing
Dinghy towing ....................... 257
Emergency towing ................ 509
Trailer towing ........................ 241
Traction control ....................... 221
TRAC ........................................ 221
Trip information....................... 171
Trip meter................................. 161
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 495
Switch ................................... 158
Wattage ................................ 568
Valet key..................................... 32
Vanity lights Vanity lights .......................... 395
Wattage ................................ 568
Vanity mirrors .......................... 395
Vehicle identification number................................... 558
Vehicle stability control .......... 221
VSC ........................................... 221
Warning buzzers Brake system........................ 518
Open door ............................ 520
Seat belt reminder ................ 520
Warning lights ABS ...................................... 519
Airbag system....................... 519
Anti-lock brake system ......... 519
Brake assist system ............. 519
Brake system........................ 518
Charging system .... .............. 518
Electronic engine control system................................ 519
Engine oil pressure............... 519
Malfunction indicator lamp.... 519
Master warning light ............. 521
Open door ............................ 520
Pretensioners ....................... 519
Seat belt reminder light ........ 520 SRS airbags ..........................519
Tire pressure warning light ....521
Warning messages ..................527
Washer Checking ...............................464
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................237
Switch............................184, 186
Washing and waxing ...............434
Weight Cargo capacity ......................232
Load limits .............................236
Weight ...................................557
Wheels ......................................477
Window glasses ..................88, 90
Window lock switch ...................88
Windows
Power back window ................90
Power windows .......................88
Rear window defogger ..........272
Washer ..........................184, 186
Windshield wiper de-icer.........273
Windshield wipers ...................184
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............482
Wireless remote control ..........33
WMA disc ..................................292
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