2013 TOYOTA SEQUOIA flat tire

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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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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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers ........... 624
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...................... 625
If you think something is wrong ............................... 631
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 632
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 633
If a warning message is displayed (vehicles with
multi-information
display) ............................. 644
If you have a flat tire ........... 650
If the engine will not start ... 661
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................... 663
If you lose your keys .......... 664
If the vehicle battery is discharged ....................... 665
If your vehicle overheats .... 668
If the vehicle becomes stuck................................. 671
If your vehicle has to be stopped
in an emergency .............. 672 6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 676
Fuel information .................. 687
Tire information................... 692
6-2. Customization Customizable features ........ 703
Items to initialize ................. 707
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ................. 710
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 711
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ........................ 714
Abbreviation list ........................ 726
Alphabetical index .................... 728
What to do if... .......................... 737
5When trouble arises6Vehicle specifications
7For owners
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Tires
●Rotation
● Replacement
● Inflation pressure
● Information
P. 580
P. 650
P. 587
P. 692
Fuel filler door P. 102
Rear turn signal
lights
P. 166
Stop/tail and rear side
marker lights
P. 188
Side doors
P. 37
: If equipped
Back door P. 42
License plate
lights
P. 188
Tail lights P. 188
Rear window defogger
P. 314
Rear window
wiper
P. 200
Roof luggage
carrier
 P. 91
Back window
P. 96

158 2-1. Driving procedures
NOTICE
■If you hear a squealing or scrapin g noise while driving (brake pad wear
limit indicators)
Have the brake pads checked and replaced by your Toyota dealer as soon
as possible.
The rotor damage can result if the pads are not replaced when needed.
It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits of the brake pads
and/or that of the brake discs are exceeded.
■ If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering
wheel firmly and gradually press the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle.
●It may be difficult to control your vehicle.
● The vehicle will make abnormal sounds.
● The vehicle will behave abnormally.
Replace a flat tire with a new one. ( P. 650)
■ When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may
cause the following serious damage to the vehicle.
●Engine stalling
● Short in electrical components
● Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be
sure to have your Toyota dealer check the following.
● Brake function
● Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, trans-
mission, transfer (4WD models), differentials, etc.
● Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints
(where possible) and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.

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2-4. Using other
driving systems
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When driving
CAUTION
■The electronically modulated air susp ension must be turned off in the
following circumstances:
Otherwise, the automatic leveling function may cause the vehicle’s height to
change, and you may catch part of your body in the vehicle, resulting in an
unexpected accident:
● When driving through water such as shallow streams (Put the vehicle
height in HI mode and turn off the electronically modulated air suspension.
Drive at 18 mph [30 km/h] or slower.)
● When jacking up the vehicle, installing tire chains or tying the vehicle with
chains/wires for transportation via flat bed truck (Turn the system to the
manual mode and stop the engine.)
● When the vehicle must be towed (Put the vehicle height in N mode and
turn the system to the manual mode.)
● When the vehicle gets stuck (Turn the system to the manual mode.)
● When disconnecting a trailer (Put the vehicle height in LO mode and turn
the system to the manual mode.)
■ Selecting the correct height mode
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents.
Failure to do so may cause damage to parts of the vehicle, as well as dan-
gerous handling characteristics, which may lead to fatal or injury accidents.
●Before you lower the vehicle’s height, check under the vehicle to make
sure that no one is there.
● HI mode should only be used when driving on rough roads, for example
when driving off-road.
Because the vehicle’s center of gravity will become higher when in the
mode, the vehicle may become unstable when turning abruptly, resulting
in an accident.
● Do not select HI mode when you load cargo on the roof luggage carrier.
Because the vehicle’s center of gravity will become higher when in the
mode, the vehicle may become unstable when turning abruptly, resulting
in an accident.

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2-4. Using other
driving systems
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When driving
CAUTION
■When VSC and Trailer Sway Control are activated
The slip indicator flashes. Always drive carefully. Reckless driving may
cause an accident. Exercise particular care when the indicator flashes.
■ TRAC or A-TRAC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip-
pery road surfaces, even if TRAC or A-TRAC is operating.
Do not drive the vehicle in conditions where stability and power may be lost.
■ Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the same size, brand, tread pattern and total
load capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the appro-
priate tire pressure level.
The ABS, VSC and Trailer Sway Control will not function correctly if different
tires are fitted on the vehicle.
Contact your Toyota dealer for further information when replacing tires or
wheels.
■ Handling of tires and suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect
the driving assist systems, and may cause the system to malfunction.
■ Trailer Sway Control precaution
The Trailer Sway Control system is not able to reduce trailer sway in all situ-
ations. Depending on many factors such as the conditions of the vehicle,
trailer, road surface, and driving environment, the Trailer Sway Control sys-
tem may not be effective. Refer to your trailer owner’s manual for information
on how to tow your trailer properly.

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
Trailer towing tips
Your vehicle will handle differently when towing a trailer. Help to avoid
an accident, death or serious injury, keep the following in mind when
towing:
● Speed limits for towing a trailer vary by state or province. Do not
exceed the posted towing speed limit.
● Toyota recommends that the vehicle-trailer speed limit is 65 mph
(104 km/h) on a flat, straight, dry road. Do not exceed this limit, the
posted towing speed limit or the speed limit for your trailer as set
forth in your trailer owner’s man ual, whichever is lowest. Instability
of the towing vehicle-trailer combin ation (trailer sway) increases as
speed increases. Exceeding speed limits may cause loss of con-
trol.
● Before starting out, check the trailer lights, tires and the vehicle-
trailer connections. Recheck after driving a short distance.
● Practice turning, stopping and reve rsing with the trailer attached in
an area away from traffic until you become accustomed to the feel
of the vehicle-trailer combination.
● Reversing with a trailer attached is difficult and requires practice.
Grip the bottom of the steering wheel and move your hand to the
left to move the trailer to the left. Move your hand to the right to
move the trailer to the right. (Thi s is generally opposite to reversing
without a trailer attached.) Avoid sharp or prolonged turning. Have
someone guide you when reversing to reduce the risk of an acci-
dent.
● As stopping distance is increased when towing a trailer, vehicle-to-
vehicle distance should be increased. For each 10 mph (16 km/h)
of speed, allow at least o ne vehicle and trailer length.
● Avoid sudden braking as you may skid, resulting in the trailer jack-
knifing and loss of vehicle control. This is especially true on wet or
slippery surfaces.