2011 TOYOTA SEQUOIA immobilizer

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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1-1. Key informationKeys ..................................... 32
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Wireless remote control ....... 33
Side doors ............................ 37
Back door ............................. 42
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)
Front seats ........................... 50
Rear seats ............................ 54
Driving position memory (driver’s seat) ..................... 64
Head restraints ..................... 67
Seat belts ............................. 71
Steering wheel (manually adjustable type) .................. 81
Steering wheel (power-adjustable type)...... 82
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror .................................. 83
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 86
Roof luggage carrier............. 90
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows .................... 92
Power back window ............. 94
Moon roof ............................. 96 1-5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap..... 99
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system .............................. 104
Alarm .................................. 106
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ....... 109
SRS airbags ....................... 111
Front passenger occupant classification system ......... 124
Child restraint systems ....... 129
Installing child restraints ..... 133
2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle .............. 148
Engine (ignition) switch....... 157
Automatic transmission ...... 160
Turn signal lever ................. 164
Parking brake ..................... 165
Horn .................................... 166
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ............ 167
Indicators and warning lights ................................. 172
Multi-information display ..... 177
Accessory meter ................. 183
1Before driving
2When driving

Before driving1
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1-1. Key informationKeys ................................... 32
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Wireless remote control ..... 33
Side doors .......................... 37
Back door ........................... 42
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering
wheel)
Front seats ......................... 50
Rear seats.......................... 54
Driving position memory (driver’s seat) ................... 64
Head restraints................... 67
Seat belts ........................... 71
Steering wheel (manually adjustable type) ............... 81
Steering wheel (power-adjustable type) ... 82
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ............................... 83
Outside rear view mirrors ... 86
Roof luggage carrier .......... 90 1-4. Opening and closing the
windows and moon roof
Power windows .................. 92
Power back window ........... 94
Moon roof ........................... 96
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap ................................... 99
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ........................... 104
Alarm................................ 106
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture..... 109
SRS airbags ..................... 111
Front passenger occupant classification system ...... 124
Child restraint systems..... 129
Installing child restraints ........................ 133

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1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
■ Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the key is in contact with a metallic object
● If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system
(key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
■ Certifications for the en gine immobilizer system
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
FCC ID: MOZRI-21BTY
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
The vehicle’s keys have built-in tr ansponder chips that prevent the
engine from starting if the key has not been previously registered in
the vehicle’s on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
The indicator light flashes after
the key has been removed
from the engine switch to indi-
cate that the system is operat-
ing.
The indicator light stops flash-
ing after the registered key
has been inserted into the
engine switch to indicate that
the system has been can-
celed.

158 2-1. Driving procedures
■Turning the key from ACC to LOCK
■ Steering lock release
■ If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P. 104)
■ Key reminder function
A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened, while the engine switch is in
the ACC or LOCK position to remind you to remove the key.
CAUTION
■When starting the engine
Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the
accelerator while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■ Caution while driving
Do not turn the engine switch to the LOCK position.
If in an emergency, you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving,
turn the engine switch only to the ACC position.
Shift the shift lever to P.
(P. 160)
Push in the key and turn to the
LOCK position.
When starting the engine, the engine
switch may seem stuck in the LOCK posi-
tion. To free it, turn the key while turning
the steering wheel slightly in either direc-
tion.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the engine will not star t
If the engine still does not start after following the correct starting
procedure ( P. 157) or releasing the steering lock (P. 158), confirm
the following points.
■ The engine will not start even when the starter motor oper-
ates normally.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
●There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle. ( P. 9 9 )
Flex-fuel vehicles: The type of fuel may be different. When
refueling, add the same type of fuel, if available.
After adding a different type of fuel, the engine may run
roughly and driving performance may be reduced for a while
when the engine is first started. In this case, wait until the
engine runs normally.
● The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine once more following correct starting
procedures.
● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
( P. 104)
■ The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and
headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at
a low volume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
●The battery may be discharged. ( P. 612)
● The battery terminal connec tions may be loose or corroded.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you lose your keys
■If you lose all your master keys.
You cannot make new keys; the whole engine immobilizer system must be
replaced.
New genuine Toyota keys can be made by your Toyota dealer using
one of the master keys and the key number stamped on your key
number plate. ( P. 32)

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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

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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