2010 TOYOTA SEQUOIA steering wheel

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towingThe following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer before towing.
● The engine is running, but the vehicle will not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available, in an emergency your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency
towing eyelet. This should only attempted on hard, surfaced roads for
short distances at low speeds.
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The
vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in
good condition.
Towing eyelet
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
your Toyota dealer or a commerci al towing service, using a lift-type
truck or a flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all to wing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.
The wheels and axle on the groun d must be in good condition.
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.

558 5-1. Essential information
■Emergency towin g procedure
The engine switch must be in the ACC (engine off) or the ON
(engine running) position.
4WD models: Put the front wheel drive control switch in 2WD.
Put the shift lever in N.
Release the parking brake.
CAUTION
■ Caution while towing
●Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle.
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive
stress on the emergency towing eyelet and the cables or chains.
● If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering
will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious damage to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the four wheels on the ground.
This may cause serious damage to the transmission.
■ Emergency towing eyelet precautions
● Before emergency towing, check that the eyelet is not broken or damaged
and that the installation bolts are not loose.
● Fasten the towing cable or chain securely to the eyelet.
● Do not jerk the eyelet. Apply steady and even force.
● To avoid damaging the eyelet, do not pull from the side or at a vertical
angle. Always pull straight ahead.

560 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.

572 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
●If a radio set at similar frequencies is in use in the vehicle.
●If a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed.
●If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, in particular around the
wheels or wheel housings.
●If non-genuine Toyota wheels are used. (Even if you use Toyota
wheels, the tire pressu re warning system may not work properly with
some types of tires.)
●If tire chains are used.
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1
minute frequently
If the tire pressure warning light comes on after blinking for 1 minute fre-
quently when the engine switch is turned to the ON position, have it
checked by your Toyota dealer.
■ After changing the engine oil (U.S.A. only)
Make sure to reset the oil maintenance data. ( P. 501)
■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled.
(Customizable features P. 632)
CAUTION
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could
cause loss of vehicle control and re sult in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire
inflation pressure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pres-
sure adjustment, it is pr obable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires.
If the tire is flat, change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired
by the nearest Toyota dealer.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate,
you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning syste m may not activate immediately.

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ..................................... 268, 276
ABS ........................................... 229
Active traction control ............. 229
Adaptive variable suspension system .................................... 221
Air conditioning filter............... 526
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter .............. 526
Front air conditioning system ................................ 268
Rear air conditioning system ................................ 276
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions............................ 111
Airbag precautions for your
child .................................... 115
Airbag warning light............... 567
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions............................ 111
Curtain shield airbag precautions ......................... 115
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 121
General airbag
precautions ......................... 115
Locations of airbags .............. 108
Modification and disposal of airbags ................................ 119
Proper driving posture ........................ 106, 115
Side airbag operating conditions............................ 111
Side airbag precautions ........ 115
SRS airbags .......................... 108
Alarm ......................................... 103
Antenna..................................... 291
Anti-lock brake system............ 229
Armrest ..................................... 462
Ashtrays.................................... 448
A-TRAC ..................................... 229
Audio input ............................... 331 Audio system
A/V input adapter .................. 377
Antenna................................. 291
Audio input ............................ 331
Audio visual input .................. 377
AUX adapter ......................... 331
CD player/changer ................ 297
DVD player............................ 360
iPod
® player .......................... 314
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 306
Optimal use ........................... 327
Portable music player ........... 331
Radio..................................... 289
Rear seat entertainment
system ................................ 352
Steering wheel audio
switch.................................. 333
Type ...................................... 285
USB memory player .............. 320
Audio visual input.................... 377
AUTO LSD system ................... 227
Automatic light control system .................................... 183
Automatic transmission .......................... 156
AUX adapter ............................. 331
Auxiliary box ............................ 441
A/V input adapter ..................... 377
AVS ........................................... 221
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 542
Wattage................................. 616
Back door
Back door ................................ 42
Wireless remote control .......... 33
Back window ........................... 91
Battery Checking ............................... 508
If the vehicle has discharged battery................................. 595
Preparing and checking before winter .................................. 245
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If the shift lever cannot be shifted ............................ 593
Shift lock system ..................... 593
Shopping bag hooks ............... 469
Side airbags.............................. 108
Side marker lights Replacing .............................. 542
Switch.................................... 182
Wattage ................................. 616
Side mirrors Adjusting and folding ...............83
Spare tire Inflation pressure................... 615
Storage location .................... 580
Spark plug ................................ 611
Specifications........................... 604
Speedometer ............................ 163
Steering Column lock release.............. 154
Steering wheel
Adjustment ........................78, 79
Audio switches ...................... 333
Climate remote control switches .............................. 283
Steering wheel memory ..........61
Telephone switches .............. 392
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 542
Wattage ................................. 616
Storage feature......................... 421
Storage precautions ................242
Stuck If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 601
Sun visors................................. 443
Sunshade .................................. 463
Switch Emergency flasher switch ..... 556
Engine switch ........................ 153
Fog light switch ..................... 185
Hazard light switch ................556
Ignition switch........................ 153
Light switches........................ 182 Power back door switch .... 33, 43
Power back window switch ..... 91
Power door lock switch ........... 37
Power window switch .............. 89
Rear window wiper and
washer switch ..................... 188
Seatback folding/returning switch.............................. 54, 59
Window lock switch ................. 89
Wiper and washer switch.......................... 186, 188
Tachometer .............................. 163
Tail lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 542
Switch ................................... 182
Wattage................................. 616
Talk switch ............................... 392
Telephone switch..................... 392
Theft deterrent system Alarm..................................... 103
Engine immobilizer system ... 101
Tire inflation pressure ............. 520
Tire information Glossary ................................ 626
Size ....................................... 623
Tire identification number...... 622
Uniform tire quality
grading................................ 624
Tires Chains ................................... 246
Checking ............................... 513
If you have a flat tire.............. 580
Inflation pressure .......... 520, 615
Information ............................ 621
Replacing .............................. 580
Rotating tires ......................... 513
Size ....................................... 615
Snow tires ............................. 245
Tire pressure warning
system ........................ 513, 569
Tissue pocket ........................... 430
Tools ......................................... 580
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