2011 TOYOTA SEQUOIA fuel

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Vehicle specifications
Fuel infor mation
Gasoline engine
Your vehicle must use only unleaded gasoline.
Select octane rating 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher. Use
of unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than 87 may result
in engine knocking. Persistent kno cking can lead to engine damage.
At minimum, the gasoline you use should meet the specifications
of ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A. and CGSB3.5-M93 in Canada.
Flex-fuel engine
Your vehicle must use only unleaded gasoline, E85, or a blend of the
two fuels.
Unleaded gasoline (Octane rating 87 [Research Octane Number 91]
or higher), E85, or a blend of these two fuels is required for optimum
engine performance.
The use of unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than 87
may result in engine knocking. Persistent knocking can lead to
engine damage.
The use of fuel with an ethanol concentration in excess of 85% will
have a negative impact on drivi ng performance and can cause dam-
age to the fuel system components.
At minimum, the gasoline you us e should meet the specifications
of ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A. and CGSB3.5-M93 in Canada.
At minimum, the E85 you use should meet the specifications of
ASTM D5798 in the U.S.A.

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■Fuel tank opening fo r unleaded gasoline
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your Toyota has a fuel tank opening that
only accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
■ If your engine knocks
●Consult your Toyota dealer.
● You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while acceler-
ating or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
■ Fuel quality
In very few cases, driveability problems may be caused by the brand of f\
uel
you are using. If driveability problems persist, try changing the brand of fuel.
If this does not correct the problem, consult your Toyota dealer.
■ Gasoline quality standards
●Automotive manufacturers in the US, Europe and Japan have developed
a specification for fuel quality called World-Wide Fuel Charter (WWFC)
that is expected to be applied worldwide.
● The WWFC consists of four categories that are based on required emis-
sion levels. In the US, category 4 has been adopted.
● The WWFC improves air quality by lowering emissions in vehicle fleets,
and customer satisfaction through better performance.
■ E85 fuel (Flex-fuel vehicles)
●E85 fuel is a blend of 85% ethanol and 15% gasoline. However, E85
does not necessarily contain 85% ethanol. The ethanol content of E85 is
required by ASTM to be between 70% and 85%. For example, in cold cli-
mates the ethanol content of E85 may be reduced during the winter
months to maintain cold weather starting performance.
● E85 has less energy per gallon than gasoline, so you will need to fill your
fuel tank more frequently when using E85.
● The number of fuel stations that sell E85 fuel is limited. For more infor-
mation about fueling stations, please refer to the U.S. Department of
Energy Web site.
http://www.afdc.energy.gov/afdc/locator/stations/

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Vehicle specifications
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Toyota recommends the use of gaso line containing detergent additives
● Toyota recommends the use of gasoline that contains detergent additives
to avoid build-up of engine deposits.
● All gasoline sold in the US contains detergent additives to clean and/or
keep clean intake systems.
■ Toyota recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline
Cleaner burning gasoline, including reformulated gasoline that contains oxy-
genates such as ethanol or MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) is available in
many areas.
Toyota recommends the use of cleaner burning gasoline and appropriately
blended reformulated gasoline. These types of gasoline provide excellent
vehicle performance, reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality.
■ Toyota does not recommend blended gasoline (Gasoline engine)
●Toyota allows the use of oxygenate blended gasoline where the oxygen-
ate content is up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE.
● If you use gasohol in your Toyota, be sure that it has an octane rating no
lower than 87.
● Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline containing methanol.
■ Toyota does not recommend gasoline containing MMT
Some gasoline contains octane enhancing additive called MMT (Methylcy-
clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl).
Toyota does not recommend the use of gasoline that contains MMT. If fuel
containing MMT is used, your emission control system may be adversely
affected.
The malfunction indicator lamp on the instrument cluster may come on. If
this happens, contact your Toyota dealer for service.
■ Toyota does not recommend blended gasoline (Flex-fuel engine)
Do not use non-specified fuels such as the following.
• Fuels containing methanol.
• Fuels with more than 85% ethanol.
■ Toyota does not recommend the use of after-market fuel additives
(Flex-fuel engine)
Do not use any after-market fuel additives when repeatedly refueling with
E85, as some after-market fuel additives are not compatible with E85.

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NOTICE
■Notice on fuel quality
●Do not use improper fuels.
If improper fuels are used, the engine will be damaged.
● Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline can cause damage to your vehicle’s three-way catalytic
converters causing the emission control system to malfunction.
● Gasoline engine: Do not use gasohol other than that stated here.
Other gasohol may cause fuel system damage or vehicle performance
problems.
● Use of unleaded gasoline with an octane rating lower than 87 may result in
engine knocking. Persistent knocking can lead to engine damage and
should be corrected by refueling with higher octane unleaded gasoline.
■ When use of non-specified fuels (Flex-fuel engine)
The use of non-specified fuels will have a negative impact on starting and
driving performance, and will cause damage to the fuel system components.
Therefore, do not add fuels such as the following.
• Fuels containing methanol
• Fuels with more than 85% ethanol
■ Fuel-related poor driveability
If after using a different type of fuel, poor driveability is encountered (poor
hot starting, vaporization, engine knocking, etc.), discontinue the use of that
type of fuel.
■ When refueling
Take care not to spill fuel.
It can damage your vehicle’s paint.

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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 sepa-
rately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire fail-
ure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sure
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 infla-
tion pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of trans-
mission, 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 vehi-
cle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight

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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
2WDTwo Wheel Drive
4WD Four Wheel Drive ABS Anti-Lock Brake System
ACC Accessory
AI-SHIFT Artificial Intelligence shifting ALR Automatic Locking Retractor
A-TRAC Active Traction Control
AUTO LSD Automatic Limited Slip Differential AVS Adaptive Variable Suspension System
CRS Child Restraint System
ECU Electronic Control Unit
EDR Event Data Recorder ELR Emergency Locking Retractor
FFV Flexible Fuel Vehicle
GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating
GCWR Gross Combination Weight Rating
GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating I/M Emission inspection and maintenance
INFO Information
LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LED Light Emitting DiodeLT Light truck
M + S Mud + Snow MMT Methylcy clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether
OBD On Board Diagnostics
PWR Power

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Alphabetical index
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency ......................... 619
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................. 573
If your vehicle overheats ...... 615
Engine Compartment........................ 514
Engine switch ....................... 157
Hood ..................................... 513
How to start the
engine ................................ 157
Identification number ............ 624
If the engine will not start...... 608
Ignition switch ...................... 157
Overheating .......................... 615
Engine coolant
Capacity ............................... 629
Checking .............................. 519
Preparing and checking before winter ................................. 253
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ..................................... 167
Engine immobilizer system .... 104
Engine oil Capacity ............................... 627
Checking .............................. 515
Preparing and checking before winter ................................. 253
Engine switch .......................... 157
Event data recorder ................ 581 FFV ......................................99, 635
Flex-fuel ..............................99, 635
Flexible fuel vehicle ...........99, 635
Floor mat...................................478
Fluid
Brake .....................................521
Washer ..................................527
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs .............558
Switch....................................190
Wattage .................................634
Four-wheel drive system .........229
Front air conditioning system ....................................280
Front passenger occupant classification system ............124
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light.........................586
Front seats Adjustment ..............................50
Front side marker lights Replacing light bulbs .............558
Switch....................................186
Wattage .................................634
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .............558
Wattage .................................634
Fuel Capacity ................................626
Fuel gauge ............................167
Fuel pump shut off system ....580
Gas station information .........688
Information ............................635
Refueling .................................99
Type ......................................626
Fuel filler door ............................99
Fuel pump shut off system .....580
Fuses.........................................547F

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Alphabetical index
Lights
Door courtesy lights.............. 429
Emergency flasher switch .... 572
Fog light switch..................... 190
Hazard light switch ............... 572
Headlight switch ................... 186
Interior light switch........ 431, 432
Outer foot lights .................... 429
Personal light switch............. 431
Replacing light bulbs ............ 558
Turn signal lever ................... 164
Vanity lights .......................... 456
Wattage ................................ 634
Load capacity .......................... 251
Lock steering column ............. 158
Luggage compartment features .................................. 480
Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance ...................... 509
General maintenance ........... 505
Maintenance data ................. 622
Maintenance requirements ... 503
Map holder ............................... 439
Meter
Accessory meter................... 183
Instrument panel light control ................................ 171
Meters .................................. 167
Mirrors
Conversation mirror .............. 462
Inside rear view mirror ............ 83
Side mirror heaters ............... 292
Side mirrors ............................ 86
Vanity mirrors ....................... 456
Moon roof................................... 96
MP3 disc................................... 318
Multi-information display ................................... 177 Noise from under vehicle ..........26
Odometer ..................................167
Off-road precautions ...............242
Oil
Engine oil ..............................515
Opener
Back door ................................42
Fuel filler door .........................99
Hood......................................513
Outside rear view mirrors Adjusting and folding ...............86
Outside temperature
display ....................................458
Overhead console ....................446
Overheating, Engine ................615
Parking assist...........................209
Parking brake ...........................165
Parking lights Replacing light bulbs .............558
Switch....................................186
Wattage .................................634
Pen holder ................................441
Personal lights
Switch....................................431
Wattage .................................634
Power back door ........................43
Power back window ...................94
Power outlet .............................463
Power windows ..........................92
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