2009 TOYOTA SEQUOIA key

When trouble arises5
507
5-1. Essential information .... 508Emergency flashers ......... 508
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................ 509
If you think something is wrong ............................. 514
Fuel pump shut off system ........................... 515
Event data recorder ......... 516 5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency .................... 518
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................ 518
If a warning message is displayed (vehicles with
multi-information
display) .......................... 527
If you have a flat tire......... 532
If the engine will not start ................................ 542
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P............ 544
If you lose your keys ........ 545
If the vehicle battery is discharged ..................... 546
If your vehicle overheats ....................... 550
If the vehicle becomes stuck .............................. 553

512 5-1. Essential information
Towing with a wheel lift-type truck from the rear2WD models Turn the engine switch to the
ACC position.
4WD models When not using a towing dolly,
turn the engine switch to the
ACC position, shift the shift lever
to N and put the front wheel drive
control switch in 2WD.
NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission (4WD models)
Never tow this vehicle wheels on the ground.
■ To prevent damaging the vehicle
●Do not tow the vehicle with the key removed or in the LOCK position.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front wheel
straight.
● When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at
the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the
vehicle could be damaged while being towed.

522 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
*1: Open door warning buzzer:The buzzer sounds to indicate that any door is opened (with the vehicle hav-
ing reached a speed of 3 mph [5 km/h])
*2: Driver’s seat belt reminder:
The driver’s seat belt reminder sounds to alert the driver that his or her seat
belt is not fastened. Once the engine switch is turned to the ON or START
position, the buzzer sounds for 6 seconds. If the vehicle has reached a
speed of at least 12 mph (20 km/h), the buzzer sounds intermittently for 10
seconds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a
different tone for 20 more seconds.
*3: Front passenger’s seat belt reminder:
The front passenger’s seat belt reminder sounds to alert the front passenger
that his or her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer sounds intermittently for
10 seconds after the vehicle has reached a speed of at least 12 mph (20 km/
h). Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different
tone for 20 more seconds.
*4: Vehicles without multi-information display
*5: Vehicles with multi-information display
■ Four-wheel drive system warning buzzer
The buzzer indicated that the transfer mode is not selected correctly.
■ Key reminder buzzer
The buzzer indicates that the key has not been removed (with the engine
switch in the ACC or LOCK position and the driver’s door opened).
■ Open moon roof reminder buzzer
The buzzer indicate that the moon roof is still opened (with the engine switch
in the ACC or LOCK position and the driver’s door opened).
■ If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following:
● Is your vehicle low on gas?
If it is, refuel the vehicle immediately.
● Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.

5
When trouble arises
545
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you lose your keys
■If you lose all your master keys.
You cannot make new keys; the whole engine immobilizer system must be
replaced.
New genuine Toyota keys can be made by your Toyota dealer using
one of the master keys and the key number stamped on your key
number plate. ( P. 32)

564 6-1. Specifications
Electrical system
Differential
Battery
Open voltage at
68F (20 C): 12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2  12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8
 12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage checked 20 minutes after the
key is removed with all the lights
turned off)
Charging rates 5 A max.
Oil capacity
Front
(4WD models)2.17 qt. (2.05 L, 1.80 Imp.qt.)
Rear
1.64 qt. (1.55 L, 1.36 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosity Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil
LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
“Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil”
is filled in your Toyota vehicle at
factory fill. Use Toyota approved
“Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil”
or an equivalent of matching quality to
satisfy the above specification. Please
contact your Toyota dealer for further
details.

586 6-2. Customization
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomizedsetting
Door lock
( P. 37) Unlocking using a key Driver’s door
unlocked in
one step, all
doors
unlocked in
two stepsAll doors
unlocked in
one step
Power
windows
( P. 88) Door key linked opera-
tion
Open and closeOpen only
Close only OFF
Moon roof
( P. 92) Door key linked opera-
tion
Open and closeOpen only
Close only OFF
Linked operation of
components when door
key is used Slide only Tilt only
Automatic
light off
system
( P. 180) Light sensor sensitivity Level 3 Level 1 to 5
Time elapsed before
headlights automati-
cally turn off after doors
are closed
30 seconds
0 seconds
60 seconds
90 seconds
Back
window
( P. 90) Linked back door key
operation
Open and closeOpen only
Close only
Sensitivity of jam pro-
tection function Level 1 Level 2 to 4
Rear window
wiper and
washer
( P. 186) Washer linkage wiper
control
ON
OFF
Drip prevention function ON OFF

599
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
C
D

600 Alphabetical index
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
E
F