2014 TOYOTA SEQUOIA suspension

558 5-1. Essential information
Using a flat bed truckIf your Toyota is transported by a
flat bed truck, it should be tied
down at the locations shown in
the illustration.
Vehicles without electronica lly modulated air suspension
If you use chains or cables to tie
down your vehicle, the angles
shaded in black must be 45 .
Do not overly tighten the tie
downs or the vehicle may be
damaged.
Apply the parking brake firmly.
Vehicles with electronically modulated air suspension
If you use chains or cables to tie
down your vehicle, the angles
shaded in black must be 45 .
Do not overly tighten the tie
downs or the vehicle may be
damaged.
Apply the parking brake firmly.
Front

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
■ Visible symptoms
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air cond itioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● Engine coolant temperature g auge needle continually points
higher or lower than normal
● Voltmeter continually points higher or lower than normal
● Engine oil pressure gauge continually points higher or lower
than normal
● Automatic transmission fluid temperature gauge needle con-
tinually points higher or lower than normal (if equipped)
■ Audible symptoms
●Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
■ Operational symptoms
●Engine misfire, stumbling or running rough
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, s pongy feeling, pedal almost
touches the floor

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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
2WDTwo Wheel Drive
4WD Four Wheel Drive ABS Anti-Lock Brake System
ACC Accessory
AI-SHIFT Artificial Intelligence shifting ALR Automatic Locking Retractor
A-TRAC Active Traction Control
AUTO LSD Automatic Limited Slip Differential AVS Adaptive Variable Suspension System
BSM Blind Spot Monitor CRS Child Restraint System
ECU Electronic Control Unit
EDR Event Data Recorder ELR Emergency Locking RetractorFFV Flexible Fuel Vehicle
GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating
GCWR Gross Combination Weight Rating GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating I/M Emission inspection and maintenance
INFO Information
LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LED Light Emitting Diode
LT Light truck
M + S Mud + Snow MMT Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether OBD On Board Diagnostics

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ..................................... 304, 313
AAC disc ................................... 338
ABS ........................................... 257
Active traction control ............. 257
Adaptive variable suspension system .................................... 249
Air conditioning filter............... 522
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter .............. 522
Front air conditioning system ................................ 304
Rear air conditioning system ................................ 313
Airbags Airbag operating conditions............................ 115
Airbag precautions for your child .................................... 119
Airbag warning light............... 562
Curtain shield airbag
operating conditions............ 115
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ......................... 119
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 125
General airbag precautions ......................... 119
Locations of airbags .............. 112
Modification and disposal of
airbags ................................ 123
Proper driving
posture ........................ 110, 119
Side airbag operating conditions............................ 115
Side airbag precautions ........ 119
SRS airbags .......................... 112
Alarm ......................................... 107
Antenna..................................... 337
Anti-lock brake system............ 257
Armrest ..................................... 452
Ashtrays.................................... 438 Assist grips .............................. 456
A-TRAC ..................................... 257
Audio input ............................... 326
Audio system
A/V input port
*
Antenna................................. 337
Audio input ............................ 326
Audio visual input
*
AUX port ............................... 356
Blu-ray Disc™
*
CD player .............................. 338
DVD disc
*
DVD player*
iPod ....................................... 345
MP3/WMA/AAC disc ............. 338
Portable music player ........... 356
Radio..................................... 336
Rear seat entertainment system
*
Steering wheel audio switch*
Type ...................................... 320
USB memory......................... 351
Audio visual input
*
AUTO LSD system ................... 255
Automatic light control system .................................... 192
Automatic transmission .......................... 161
AUX port ................................... 326
Auxiliary box ............................ 431
A/V input port
*
AVS ........................................... 249
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 539
Wattage................................. 614
Back door
Back door ................................ 40
Wireless remote control .......... 31
Back window ........................... 94
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Cruise controlCruise control ........................ 202
Dynamic laser cruise
control ................................. 206
Cup holders .............................. 426
Curtain shield airbags ............. 112
Customizable features............. 631
Daytime running light system .................................... 191
Defogger Rear window ......................... 317
Side mirrors ........................... 317
Dimension................................. 604
Dinghy towing .......................... 301
Display Trip information ..................... 178
Warning message ................. 572
Do-it-yourself main tenance..... 488
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights .............. 406
Wattage ................................. 614
Doors Back door ................................40
Door glasses ...........................91
Door lock ...........................31, 35
Side doors ...............................35
Side mirrors .............................85
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ......................................... 563
Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 149
Correct posture ..................... 110
Procedures ............................ 148
Winter driving tips.................. 277
Driving position memory...........63
DVD player
*
Electronically modulated air suspension ............................ 244
Emergency flashers Switch ................................... 552
Emergency, in case of
If the engine will not start ...... 589
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 591
If the vehicle has discharged battery................................. 593
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 561
If the warning light turns on........................................ 561
If the warning message is displayed ............................ 572
If you have a flat tire ............. 578
If you lose your keys ............. 592
If you think something is wrong .................................. 559
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 599
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency .......................... 600
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 553
If your vehicle overheats ....... 596
Engine
Compartment ........................ 493
Engine switch ........................ 158
Hood ..................................... 492
How to start the engine ................................. 158
Identification number............. 606
If the engine will not start ...... 589
Ignition switch ...................... 158
Overheating .......................... 596
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Alphabetical index
Engine coolant
Capacity ............................... 609
Checking .............................. 498
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 277
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ..................................... 168
Engine immobilizer system .... 105
Engine oil
Capacity ............................... 608
Checking .............................. 494
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 277
Engine switch .......................... 158
Event data recorder .................. 25
FFV ................................... 100, 615
Flex-fuel ........................... 100, 615
Flexible fuel vehicle ........ 100, 615
Floor mat .................................. 457
Fluid Brake .................................... 500
Washer ................................. 506
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 539
Switch ................................... 193
Wattage ................................ 614
Four-wheel drive system ........ 250
Front air conditioning
system ................................... 304
Front passenger occupant
classification system............ 125
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ........................ 563
Front seats Adjustment ............................. 48
Front side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 539
Switch ................................... 187
Wattage ................................ 614 Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs .............539
Wattage .................................614
Fuel Capacity ................................607
Fuel gauge ............................168
Fuel pump shut off system ....560
Gas station information .........668
Information ............................615
Refueling ...............................100
Type ......................................607
Fuel filler door ..........................100
Fuel pump shut off system .....560
Fuses.........................................527
Garage door opener.................464
Gas station information...........668
Gauges ......................................168
Glove box..................................411
Hands-free system (for cellular phone) ................380
Hazard lights Switch....................................552
Head restraints Adjusting ................................66
Headlight cleaner .....................201
Headlights
Replacing light bulbs .............539
Switch....................................187
Wattage .................................614
Heaters Seat heaters ..................447, 450
Side mirror.............................317
Height control Electronically modulated air
suspension..........................244
Hood ..........................................492
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