2009 TOYOTA SEQUOIA audio

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping, and safe-driving information.
3Interior
featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other in-
terior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners and seat belt
instructions for Canadian owners.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers .............................. 180
Headlight switch .................. 180
Fog light switch ................... 183
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 184
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 186
Headlight cleaner switch ..... 187
2-4. Using other driving systems ........................... 188
Cruise control ...................... 188
Dynamic laser cruise control ............................... 191
Intuitive parking assist......... 202
Electronically modulated air suspension................... 208
AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension System) ......... 213
Four-wheel drive system ..... 214
AUTO LSD system.............. 219
Driving assist systems ........ 221
2-5. Driving information ........... 227 Off-road precautions ........... 227
Cargo and luggage ............. 232
Vehicle load limits ............... 236
Winter driving tips ............... 237
Trailer towing ...................... 241
Dinghy towing ..................... 257 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger ..... 260
Front air conditioning system .............................. 260
Rear air conditioning system .............................. 268
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ......................... 272
Windshield wiper de-icer .... 273
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ........................... 274
3-2. Using the audio system ... 276 Audio system (without navigation system) ........... 276
Using the radio ................... 279
Using the CD player ........... 285
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ....................... 292
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 301
Using the AUX adapter....... 303
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 305
3-3. Using the rear audio/ video system .................. 307
Rear seat entertainment system .............................. 307
Using the DVD player (DVD video)...................... 314
Using the DVD player (video CD) ........................ 323
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Using the DVD player (audio CD/CD text) ........... 325
Using the DVD player (MP3 discs) ...................... 326
Using the video mode ........ 328
Changing the Setup Menu settings ................... 330
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for
cellular phone)................ 338
Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) ........... 338
Using the hands-free phone system .............................. 342
Making a phone call ........... 351
Setting a cellular phone...... 356
Security and system setup ................................ 361
Using the phone book ........ 364
3-5. Using the interior lights ... 371 Interior lights list ................. 371
• Personal/interior light main switch ...................... 372
• Personal/interior lights...... 373
• Interior light ...................... 374
3-6. Using the storage features ........................... 375
List of storage features....... 375
• Glove boxes ..................... 376
• Coin holder ....................... 377
• Front console box ............ 377
• Card holder ...................... 379
• Map holder ....................... 380
• Pen holder ........................ 381
• Tissue pocket ................... 382
• Rear console box ............. 382
• Overhead console ............ 385 • Cup holders ...................... 386
• Bottle holders ................... 391
• Auxiliary boxes ................. 392
3-7. Other interior features...... 394 Sun visors ........................... 394
Vanity mirrors ..................... 395
Clock................................... 396
Outside temperature display .............................. 397
Portable ashtray ................. 399
Cigarette lighter .................. 400
Conversation mirror ............ 401
Power outlets ...................... 402
Seat heaters ....................... 408
Seat heaters and ventilators ......................... 411
Armrests ............................. 413
Rear side sunshades .......... 414
Seatback table .................... 416
Floor mat ............................ 417
Luggage compartment features ............................ 418
Garage door opener ........... 423
Compass ............................ 428
4-1. Maintenance and care ...... 434 Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ........... 434
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 436
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*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”
Seat heater switches
Seat heater and ventilator
switches

P. 408
P. 411
Air conditioning
system
P. 260
Power outlet P. 402
Audio system
Navigation system
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P. 276Rear window defogger switch/
Rear window defogger and outside rear
view mirror defogger switch
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Windshield wiper de-icer
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P. 272
P. 273Security indicator
P. 100, 102Accessory meter
P. 177
Cigarette lighter P. 400
AUX adapter P. 303
: If equipped

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Instrument panelPictorial index
Telephone switches P. 343
Audio remote control
switches
 P. 305
Climate remote control
switches
 P. 274
Cruise control
switch
P. 188, 191
Talk switch
P. 343
Distance switch
P. 191

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
Engine (ignition) switch
■Engine switch
LOCK
The steering wheel is locked
and the key can be removed.
ACC
Some electrical components
such as the audio system can
be used.
ON
All electrical components can
be used.
START
For starting the engine.
■Starting the engine
Check that the parking brake is set.
Check that the shift lever is set in P.
Sit in the driver’s seat and firmly depress the brake pedal.
Turn the engine switch to the START position and start the
engine.
The engine will crank until it starts or for up to 25 seconds, which-
ever is less. If you turn the engine switch, the engine will keep
cranking for about 30 seconds maximum.
Continue depressing the brake pedal until the engine is com-
pletely started.

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger... 260
Front air conditioning system ........................... 260
Rear air conditioning system ........................... 268
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ....................... 272
Windshield wiper de-icer ............................ 273
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ......................... 274
3-2. Using the audio system .......................... 276
Audio system (without navigation system) ......... 276
Using the radio ................. 279
Using the CD player ......... 285
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ..................... 292
Optimal use of the audio system ........................... 301
Using the AUX adapter .... 303
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............... 305 3-3. Using the rear audio/
video system ................ 307
Rear seat entertainment system ........................... 307
Using the DVD player (DVD video) ................... 314
Using the DVD player (video CD)...................... 323
Using the DVD player (audio CD/CD text) ........ 325
Using the DVD player (MP3 discs) .................... 326
Using the video mode ...... 328
Changing the Setup Menu settings ................ 330
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system
(for cellular phone) ...... 338
Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) ......... 338
Using the hands-free phone system ................ 342
Making a phone call ......... 351
Setting a cellular phone ... 356
Security and system setup .............................. 361
Using the phone book ...... 364
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3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system (without navigation system)
Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to
the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Type A: CD player with external CD changer controller and AM/FM
radio
Type B and C: CD player with changer and AM/FM radio
Ty p e A
Ty p e B