2010 TOYOTA SEQUOIA tow

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
Headlight switch .................. 182
Fog light switch ................... 185
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 186
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 188
Headlight cleaner switch ..... 189
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ...................... 190
Dynamic laser cruise control ............................... 193
Intuitive parking assist......... 204
Rear view monitor system... 210
Electronically modulated air suspension................... 216
AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension System) ......... 221
Four-wheel drive system ..... 222
AUTO LSD system.............. 227
Driving assist systems ........ 229
2-5. Driving information Off-road precautions ........... 235
Cargo and luggage ............. 240
Vehicle load limits ............... 244
Winter driving tips ............... 245
Trailer towing ...................... 249
Dinghy towing ..................... 265 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Front air conditioning system .............................. 268
Rear air conditioning system .............................. 276
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ......................... 280
Windshield wiper de-icer .... 282
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ........................... 283
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system ...................... 285
Using the radio ................... 289
Using the CD player ........... 297
Playing MP3 and WMA discs ................................. 306
Operating an iPod
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player ............................... 314
Operating a USB memory player ............................... 320
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 327
Using the AUX adapter....... 331
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 333
3Interior features

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3-8. Other interior featuresSun visors ........................... 443
Vanity mirrors ...................... 444
Clock ................................... 445
Outside temperature display............................... 446
Portable ashtray .................. 448
Cigarette lighter................... 449
Conversation mirror ............ 450
Power outlets ...................... 451
Seat heaters........................ 457
Seat heaters and ventilators ......................... 460
Armrests.............................. 462
Rear side sunshades .......... 463
Seatback table .................... 465
Floor mat ............................. 466
Luggage compartment features ............................. 467
Garage door opener............ 472
Compass ............................. 477
4-1. Maintenance and care Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior............ 482
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior............. 484
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ..................... 487
General maintenance.......... 489
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................... 492 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions....................... 493
Hood ................................... 497
Engine compartment .......... 498
Tires ................................... 513
Tire inflation pressure ......... 520
Wheels ............................... 524
Air conditioning filter ........... 526
Wireless remote control battery .............................. 529
Checking and replacing fuses................................. 531
Light bulbs .......................... 542
5-1. Essential information Emergency flashers............ 556
If your vehicle needs to be towed................................ 557
If you think something is wrong ............................... 562
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 563
Event data recorder ............ 564
4Maintenance and care
5When trouble arises

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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Emergency flasher switch P. 556
TOW/HAUL switch
P. 158
Height control
switches
 P. 216
AVS switch P. 221
Center differential
lock switch
*1 P. 223
Accessory meter
control switches
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Multi-information display
control switches
*3
P. 179
P. 173Intuitive parking assist
switch
 P. 204
Front wheel drive control
switch
*1
Coin holder
*2
P. 222
P. 423

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Before driving
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Conditions affecting operation
The wireless remote control function may not operate normally in the follow-
ing situations.
●Near a TV tower, radio station, electr ic power plant, airport or other facil-
ity that generates strong radio waves
● When carrying a portable radio, cell ular phone or other wireless commu-
nication device
● When multiple wireless keys are in the vicinity
● When the wireless key has come into contact with, or is covered by a
metallic object
● When a wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby
● When the wireless key has been left near an electrical appliance such as
a personal computer
■ When riding in an aircraft
When bringing a wireless remote control onto an aircraft, make sure you do
not press any buttons on the wireless remote control while inside the aircraft
cabin. If you are carrying a wireless remote control in your bag etc, ensure
that the buttons are not likely to be pressed accidentally. Pressing a button
may cause the wireless remote control to emit radio waves that could inter-
fere with the operation of the aircraft.
■ Customization
●That can be configured at Toyota dealer (vehicles without multi-informa-
tion display)
Settings (e.g. wireless remote control) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 632)
● It is possible to change the settings (vehicles with multi-information dis-
play) (Feature customization P. 175)

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1-3. Adjustable components (s
eats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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Before driving
■Getting out of the vehicle
Depress the release pedal and
fold down the seatback. The seat
will slide forward.
Move the seat to the front-most
position
Make sure that no passenger is
seated on the second seat before
depressing the release pedal.
■After passengers have entered/exited the vehicle
Lift up the seatback and slide th e seat backward until it locks.
Folding down the second seat
■ Before folding down the second seat
Adjust the head restraint to the
downmost position.
Stow the rear seat belt buckle.

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1-3. Adjustable components (s
eats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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Before driving
Folding down the third seat
■ Before folding down the third seat
Insert the key into the hole on
the center seat belt buckle to
release tab (with hooked end),
and allow the belt to retract.
Stow the seat belt tabs in the
cover set in the roof as shown.

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Adjust the head restraint to the
downmost position.
Stow the third seat belt buckles.
■ Folding down the third seat
Manual seat (from rear door side)
Pull the lever to unlock the seat-
back and then fold the seatback
down.