2013 TOYOTA SEQUOIA air conditioning

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
and SRS airbag 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 .................. 188
Fog light switch ................... 194
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 196
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 200
Headlight cleaner switch ..... 202
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ...................... 203
Dynamic laser cruise control ............................... 207
Intuitive parking assist......... 221
Rear view monitor system .............................. 228
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ... 236
Electronically modulated air suspension................... 242
AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension System) ......... 247
Four-wheel drive system ..... 248
AUTO LSD system.............. 253
Driving assist systems ........ 255
2-5. Driving information Off-road precautions ........... 263
Cargo and luggage ............. 268
Vehicle load limits ............... 273
Winter driving tips ............... 275
Trailer towing ...................... 279
Dinghy towing ..................... 299 3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Front air conditioning
system ................................ 302
Rear air conditioning system .............................. 310
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ......................... 314
Windshield wiper de-icer .............................. 316
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ........................... 317
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system ...................... 319
Using the radio ................... 323
Using the CD player ........... 331
Playing MP3 and WMA discs ................................. 340
Operating an iPod .............. 348
Operating a USB memory ............................ 355
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 362
Using the AUX port............. 366
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 368
3Interior features

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3-8. Other interior featuresSun visors ........................... 504
Vanity mirrors ...................... 505
Clock ................................... 506
Outside temperature display............................... 507
Portable ashtray .................. 509
Cigarette lighter................... 510
Conversation mirror ............ 511
Power outlets ...................... 512
Seat heaters........................ 518
Seat heaters and ventilators ......................... 521
Armrests.............................. 523
Rear side sunshades .......... 524
Seatback table .................... 526
Assist grips.......................... 527
Floor mat ............................. 528
Luggage compartment features ............................. 530
Garage door opener............ 535
Compass ............................. 541 4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ........... 548
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior ............ 550
4-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements .................... 553
General maintenance ......... 556
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs .......................... 559
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions....................... 560
Hood ................................... 564
Engine compartment .......... 565
Tires ................................... 580
Tire inflation pressure ......... 587
Wheels ............................... 591
Air conditioning filter ........... 594
Wireless remote control battery .............................. 597
Checking and replacing fuses................................. 599
Light bulbs .......................... 611
4Maintenance and care

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Vehicles without rear seat entertainment system
Rear air conditioning
system
P. 310
Power outlet P. 512Cup holders P. 497

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Pictorial indexInterior
Vehicles with rear seat entertainment system
Rear air conditioning
system
P. 310
Power outlet P. 512Cup holders P. 497
A/V input port
P. 447
Headphone jacks P. 395

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*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”
Seat heater switches
Seat heater and ventilator
switches

P. 518
P. 521
Air conditioning
system
P. 302
Power outlet P. 512
Audio system
Navigation system
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P. 319Rear window defogger switch/
Rear window defogger and outside rear
view mirror defogger switch
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Windshield wiper de-icer
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P. 314
P. 316Security indicator
P. 107, 109Accessory meter
P. 185
Cigarette lighter P. 510
AUX port
AUX port/USB port
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P. 366
P. 348, 355, 366
: If equipped

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Front air conditioning system ........................... 302
Rear air conditioning system ........................... 310
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ....................... 314
Windshield wiper de-icer ............................ 316
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ......................... 317
3-2. Using the audio system Audio system ................... 319
Using the radio ................. 323
Using the CD player ......... 331
Playing MP3 and WMA discs ..................... 340
Operating an iPod ............ 348
Operating a USB memory .......................... 355
Optimal use of the audio system ........................... 362
Using the AUX port .......... 366
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............... 368 3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio
system
Bluetooth
® audio
system ........................... 371
Using the Bluetooth
®
audio system.................. 374
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable
player ............................. 379
Setting up a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable
player ............................. 381
Bluetooth
® audio system
setup .............................. 386
3-4. Using the rear seat entertainment system
Rear seat entertainment system features ............. 387
Playing a Blu-ray Disc™ (BD) and DVD disc ........ 405
Playing an audio CD and MP3/WMA discs ............ 431
Playing an SD card .......... 438
Using the video mode ...... 446
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Front air conditioning system
Airflow and outlets are automatically adjusted according to the tem-
perature setting.
Control panel
Fan speed
control dial
Outside air or
recirculated air mode Front passenger’s
side temperature
control dial
Air conditioning ON/OFF switch
Simultaneous
mode
Rear air conditioning ON/OFF switch
Temperature control for rear
passengers Air outlet
selection dial
Driver's side temperature
control dial
Automatic mode Windshield defogger
Fan OFF switch