2011 TOYOTA SEQUOIA emergency towing

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
13 FOG
15 A Front fog lights
14 STOP 15 AStop lights, high mounted stop-
light, vehicle stability control sys-
tem, anti-lock brake system, shift
lock system, multiport fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel
injection system, towing converter
15 TOW BRK 30 A Trailer brake controller
16 IMB 7.5 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
17 AM2 7.5 A Starting system
18 TOWING 30 A Towing converter
19 ALT-S 5 A Charging system
20 TURN-HAZ 15 A Turn signal lights, emergency
flashers, towing converter
21 F/PMP 15 A No circuit
22 ETCS 10 AMultiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, electric throttle control sys-
tem
23 MET-B 5 A Gauges and meters
24 AMP 30 AAudio system, rear view monitor,
navigation system, rear seat enter-
tainment system
25 RAD NO.1 15 A Audio system, rear view monitor,
navigation system, rear seat enter-
tainment system
26 ECU-B1 7.5 AMultiplex communication system,
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, auto anti-glare inside rear
view mirror, power front driver’s
seat, power tilt and power tele-
scopic, power back door
FuseAmpereCircuit

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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.
Type A 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.

574 5-1. Essential information
Type BTowing eyelet
■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. Always
use caution for the surroundings and other vehicles while towing.
● If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering
will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
Towing with a sling-type truck
NOTICE
■
To prevent causing serious da mage 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.
NOTICE
■To prevent body damage
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Firmly tighten each nut two or
three times in the order shown in
the illustration.
Tightening torque:
154 ft·lbf (209 N·m, 21.3 kgf·m)*
*
: When used on aluminum wheel, apply 97 ft·lbf (131
N·m, 13.4 kgf·m)
Stowing the flat tire, jack and all tools
Remove the center wheel ornament by pushing from the
reverse side.
Lay down the tire with the outer side facing up, and install the
holding bracket.
Then secure the tire, taking care that the tire goes straight up
without catching on any other part, to prevent it from flying for-
ward during a collision or sudden braking.
Keep winding until three clicks are heard.
Stow the tools and jack securely.
■After completing the tire change
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. (P. 530)
■When using the temporary spare tire
As the temporary spare tire is not equipped with the tire pressure warn-
ing valve and transmitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not
be warned. Also, if you replace the temporary spare tire after the tire
pressure warning light comes on, the light remains on.

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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. 237, 238)
Shift the shift lever to D or R and carefully apply the accel-
erator to free the vehicle.

676 Alphabetical index
CleaningExterior .................................. 498
Interior ................................... 500
Seat belts .............................. 501
Climate control seat................. 472
Clock ........................................ 457
Coin holder ............................... 435
Compass ................................... 491
Condenser ................................ 521
Console box ..................... 436, 443
Conversation mirror ................462
Cooling system
Engine overheating ............... 615
CRS ........................................... 129
Cruise control
Cruise control ........................ 195
Dynamic radar cruise control ................................. 198
Cup holders .............................. 448
Curtain shield airbags ............. 111
Customizable features............. 650
Daytime running light system .................................... 188
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 292
Side mirrors ........................... 292
Dimension................................. 622
Dinghy towing .......................... 277
Display Trip information ..................... 177
Warning message ................. 592
Do-it-yourself main tenance..... 509
Door courtesy lights
Door courtesy lights .............. 429
Wattage ................................. 634 Doors
Back door ................................ 42
Door glasses ........................... 92
Door lock ........................... 33, 37
Side doors ............................... 37
Side mirrors............................. 86
Driver's seat belt reminder light ......................................... 585
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 149
Correct posture ..................... 109
Procedures............................ 148
Winter driving tips ................. 253
Driving position memory .......... 64
DVD player................................ 372
Electronically modulated air
suspension ............................ 223
Emergency flashers
Switch ................................... 572
Emergency, in case of If the engine will not start ...... 608
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted ................................. 610
If the vehicle has discharged
battery................................. 612
If the warning buzzer sounds ................................ 583
If the warning light turns on........................................ 583
If the warning message is
displayed ............................ 592
If you have a flat tire ............. 597
If you lose your keys ............. 611
If you think something is wrong .................................. 579
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 618
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682 Alphabetical index
Tachometer............................... 167
Tail lightsReplacing light bulbs ............. 558
Switch.................................... 186
Wattage ................................. 634
Talk switch................................ 404
Telephone switch ..................... 404
Theft deterrent system Alarm ..................................... 106
Engine immobilizer system ... 104
Tire inflation pressure ............. 536
Tire information
Glossary ................................ 644
Size ....................................... 641
Tire identification number ...... 640
Uniform tire quality grading ................................ 642
Tires Chains ................................... 254
Checking ............................... 529
If you have a flat tire .............. 597
Inflation pressure........... 536, 633
Information ............................ 639
Replacing .............................. 597
Rotating tires ......................... 529
Size ....................................... 633
Snow tires ............................. 253
Tire pressure warning system ........................ 529, 586
Tissue pocket ........................... 442
Tools ......................................... 597
Total load capacity................... 251
Towing Dinghy towing........................ 277
Emergency towing................. 573
Trailer towing......................... 257
Trailer weight rating....... 259, 623
Traction control........................ 236
TRAC ......................................... 236
Trip information ....................... 177
Trip meter ................................. 167 Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 558
Switch ................................... 164
Wattage................................. 634
Valet key ..................................... 32
Vanity lights Vanity lights........................... 456
Wattage................................. 634
Vanity mirrors .......................... 456
Vehicle identification
number ................................... 624
Vehicle stability control .......... 236
VSC ........................................... 236
Warning buzzers
Brake system ........................ 583
Open door ............................. 585
Seat belt reminder................. 585
Warning lights ABS ....................................... 584
Airbag system ....................... 584
Anti-lock brake system .......... 584
Brake assist system .............. 584
Brake system ........................ 583
Charging system .... ............... 583
Electronic engine control
system ................................ 584
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 584
Master warning light .............. 587
Open door ............................. 585
Pretensioners ........................ 584
Seat belt reminder light ......... 585
SRS airbags .......................... 584
Tire pressure warning light.... 586
Warning messages .................. 592
Washer
Checking ............................... 527
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 253
Switch ........................... 191, 193
Washing and waxing ............... 498T
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