2010 TOYOTA SEQUOIA transmission

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system;
• The electronic automatic transmission control sys-tem; or
• The emission control system.
SRS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system.
(Flashing) and VSC OFF and slip indicators
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC;
• The TRAC; or
• The AUTO LSD system.

568 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Follow the correction procedures.After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning light turns off.
Automatic transmission fluid temperature warn-
ing light Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid tem-
perature is too high.
Power steering warning light Indicates a malfunction in the variable flow control
power steering system.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
Open door warning light
(warning buzzer)
*1
Indicates that a door or
back door is not fully
closed. Check that all doors
are closed.
(On the instrument cluster) Driver’s seat belt
reminder light
(warning buzzer)
*2
Warns the driver to fas-
ten his/her seat belt.
Fasten the seat belt.
(On the center panel) Front passenger’s seat
belt reminder light
(warning buzzer)
*3
Warns the front passen-
ger to fasten his/her seat
belt.
Fasten the seat belt.
Warning lightWarning light/Details

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning message is displayed (vehicles with multi-infor mation display)
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 messageDetails
(Flashing) Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is
too high
A buzzer also sounds.
Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid
temperature is too high A buzzer also sounds and the automatic transmis-
sion fluid temperature warning light comes on.
If a warning is shown on the multi- information display, stay calm and
perform the following actions:
Master warning light
The master warning light also
comes on or flashes in order to
indicate that a message is cur-
rently being displayed on the
multi-information display.
Multi-information display
If any of the warning lights turns on again after performing the fol-
lowing actions, contact your Toyota dealer.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to rock the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the sur-
rounding area is clear, to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or persons.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.
■ When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may
cause an accident and result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and do not rev the engine.
● If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures, the vehicle may
require towing to be freed.
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and put the shift
lever in P.
Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide
traction under the tires.
Restart the engine.
Turn off the VSC. ( P. 230, 231)
Shift the shift lever to D or R and carefully apply the accel-
erator to free the vehicle.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Automatic transmission
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary,
contact your Toyota dealer.
Transfer (4WD models)
Fluid
capacity
*
4.6 L V8
(1UR-FE)
engine 2WD models
11.7 qt. (11.1 L, 9.8 Imp.qt.)
4WD models
11.4 qt. (10.8 L, 9.5 Imp.qt.)
5.7 L V8
(3UR-FE,
3UR-FBE)
engineVehicles without towing package
11.7 qt. (11.1 L, 9.8 Imp.qt.)
Vehicles with towing package
12.4 qt. (11.7 L, 10.3 Imp.qt.)
Fluid type
Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS”
may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission
accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic
transmission of your vehicle.
Oil capacity 1.43 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 Imp.qt.)
Oil typeGear oil API GL-5
Recommended oil viscosity SAE 75W-90

614 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 (4WD models)
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 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

626 6-1. Specifications
Warning: The temperature grades for this tire are established for a
tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either
separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible
tire failure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation
pressure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a
tire may be inflated, s hown on the sidewall of
the tire
Recommended
inflation pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those
standard items which may be replaced) of
transmission, power steering, power brakes,
power windows, power seats, radio and heater,
to the extent that these items are available as
factory-installed equipment (whether installed
or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded
vehicle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight

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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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