2012 TOYOTA SEQUOIA automatic transmission

604 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
(U.S.A)
(Canada) 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.

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When trouble arises
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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.
*4
Automatic transmission fluid temperature warn-
ing light • When the light comes on: Indicates that the auto-matic transmission fluid temperature is too high.
• When the light flashes: Indicates a malfunction in the automatic transmission fluid temperature warning
system.
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.
Warning lightWarning light/Details

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When trouble arises
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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.
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.

652 6-1. Specifications
Differential
*: Your Toyota vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” atthe factory. Use Toyota approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or
an equivalent of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please
contact your Toyota dealer for further details.
Automatic transmission
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary,contact your Toyota dealer.
Oil capacity
Front
(4WD models) 2.17 qt. (2.05 L, 1.80 Imp.qt.)
Rear
1.64 qt. (1.55 L, 1.36 Imp.qt.)
Oil type and viscosity*Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil
LT 75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
Fluid capac-
ity
*
4.6 L V8
(1UR-FE)
engine2WD models
11.6 qt. (11.0 L, 9.7 Imp.qt.)
4WD models
11.3 qt. (10.7 L, 9.4 Imp.qt.)
5.7 L V8
(3UR-FE,
3UR-FBE)
engine
11.7 qt. (11.1 L, 9.8 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 transmis-
sion of your vehicle.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Transfer (4WD models)
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 lubricati on (4WD models)
Steering
Oil capacity 1.43 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 Imp.qt.)
Oil typeGear oil API GL-5
Recommended oil viscosity SAE 75W-90
Pedal clearance *14.1 in. (104 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.04  0.24 in. (1  6 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

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ..................................... 300, 308
ABS ........................................... 254
Active traction control ............. 254
Adaptive variable suspension system .................................... 246
Air conditioning filter............... 563
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter .............. 563
Front air conditioning system ................................ 300
Rear air conditioning system ................................ 308
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions............................ 117
Airbag precautions for your
child .................................... 121
Airbag warning light............... 604
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions............ 117
Curtain shield airbag precautions ......................... 121
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 127
General airbag
precautions ......................... 121
Locations of airbags .............. 114
Modification and disposal of airbags ................................ 125
Proper driving posture ........................ 112, 121
Side airbag operating conditions............................ 117
Side airbag precautions ........ 121
SRS airbags .......................... 114
Alarm ......................................... 109
Antenna..................................... 326
Anti-lock brake system............ 254
Armrest ..................................... 494
Ashtrays.................................... 480
A-TRAC ..................................... 254
Audio input ............................... 363 Audio system
A/V input port ........................ 409
Antenna................................. 326
Audio input ............................ 363
Audio visual input .................. 409
AUX port ............................... 363
CD player/changer ................ 329
DVD player............................ 392
iPod ....................................... 346
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 338
Optimal use ........................... 359
Portable music player ........... 363
Radio..................................... 321
Rear seat entertainment system ................................ 384
Steering wheel audio
switch.................................. 365
Type ...................................... 317
USB memory......................... 352
Audio visual input.................... 409
AUTO LSD system ................... 252
Automatic light control system .................................... 193
Automatic transmission .......................... 162
AUX port ................................... 363
Auxiliary box ............................ 473
A/V input port ........................... 409
AVS ........................................... 246
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 580
Wattage................................. 655
Back door
Back door ................................ 42
Wireless remote control .......... 33
Back window ........................... 96
Battery Checking ............................... 544
If the vehicle has discharged battery................................. 634
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 272A
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Seat heaters.............................. 489
Seating capacity....................... 270
SeatsAdjustment ........................50, 54
Adjustment precaution ......53, 64
Child seats/child restraint system installation .............. 136
Cleaning ................................ 520
Climate control seat .............. 492
Driver’s seat position memory .................................65
Head restraint..........................68
Properly sitting in the seat ..... 112
Seat heaters .................. 489, 492
Seat heaters and ventilators ........................... 492
Service reminder
indicators .............................. 174
Shift lever Automatic
transmission........................ 162
If the shift lever cannot be shifted ............................ 632
Shift lock system ..................... 632
Shopping bag hooks ............... 502
Side airbags.............................. 114
Side marker lights Replacing .............................. 580
Switch.................................... 188
Wattage ................................. 655
Side mirrors Adjusting and folding ...............87
Spare tire Inflation pressure................... 654
Storage location .................... 619
Spark plug ................................ 651
Specifications........................... 644
Speedometer ............................ 169 Steering
Column lock release ............. 160
Steering wheel Adjustment ........................ 82, 83
Audio switches ...................... 365
Climate remote control switches .............................. 315
Steering wheel memory .......... 65
Telephone switches .............. 424
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 580
Wattage................................. 655
Storage feature ........................ 453
Storage precautions ................ 268
Stuck If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 640
Sun visors ................................ 475
Sunshade.................................. 495
Switch BSM main switch .................. 236
Emergency flasher switch ..... 594
Engine switch ........................ 159
Fog light switch ..................... 194
Hazard light switch ................ 594
Ignition switch ....................... 159
Light switches ....................... 188
Power back door switch .... 33, 43
Power back window switch ..... 96
Power door lock switch ........... 37
Power window switch .............. 93
Rear window wiper and washer switch ..................... 200
Seatback folding/returning switch.............................. 57, 63
Window lock switch ................. 93
Wiper and washer switch.......................... 196, 200

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What to do if...
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Warning lights
P. 605
or
P. 603 P. 607
P. 603
and
P. 604
or
P. 604 P. 606
P. 605
or
P. 6 0 4P. 606
P. 6 0 7P. 605
P. 6 0 4P. 606
*: VSC OFF indicator flashes and
slip indicator comes on.P. 6 0 5
P. 6 0 6
Brake system warning
lightPower steering warning
light
Charging system warning
light
Tire pressure warning
light
ABS warning lightOpen door warning light
Low fuel level warning
light
Maintenance required
reminder lightDriver’s seat belt reminder
light
SRS warning lightFront passenger’s seat belt
reminder light
Low washer fluid
warning light
Master warning light
VSC OFF and slip
indicators*
Automatic transmission
fluid temperature
warning light
Malfunction indicator
lamp
The warning message is displayedP. 613If a warning message is displayed