2016 TOYOTA SEQUOIA 4WD

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2-4. Using other
driving systems
2
When driving
When VSC/Trailer Sway Control/TRAC/A-TRAC are operating
The slip indicator will flash while
the VSC/Trailer Sway Con-
trol/TRAC/ A-TRAC systems are
operating.
To disable VSC, Trailer Sway Control and/or TRAC (2WD models
and 2WD mode on 4WD models)If the vehicle gets stuck in fresh snow or mud, VSC, Trailer Sway
Control and/or TRAC may reduce power from the engine to the
wheels. You may need to turn the system off to enable you to rock the
vehicle in order to free it.
■ TRAC OFF mode
Press the VSC OFF switch
briefly.
The AUTO LSD indicator will
come on.
The system is in TRAC off, AUTO
LSD on and VSC, Trailer Sway
Control on mode.
Push the switch again to turn the
system back on.

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2-4. Using other
driving systems
2
When driving
To disable VSC, Trailer Sway Control and/or A-TRAC (4H mode
on 4WD models)
If the vehicle gets stuck in fresh snow or mud, VSC, Trailer Sway
Control and/or A-TRAC may reduce power from the engine to the
wheels. You may need to turn the system off to enable you to rock the
vehicle in order to free it.
■ A-TRAC OFF mode
Press the VSC OFF switch
briefly.
The TRAC OFF indicator will
come on.
The system is in A-TRAC off and
VSC, Trailer Sway Control on
mode.
This mode can be used when the
transfer mode is 4H mode and
the center differential is unlocked.
Push the switch again to turn the
system back on.
■VSC OFF mode
Stop the vehicle completely, and
press the VSC OFF switch for
more than 3 seconds.
The VSC OFF and TRAC OFF
indicators will come on.
The system is all off mode.

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To disable A-TRAC (4L mode on 4WD models)If the vehicle gets stuck in fresh snow or mud, A-TRAC may reduce
power from the engine to the wheels. You may need to turn the sys-
tem off to enable you to rock the vehicle in order to free it. Stop the vehicle completely, and
press the VSC OFF switch for
more than 3 seconds.
The TRAC OFF indicator will
come on.
The system is in all off mode.
Push the switch again to turn the
system back on.
■Automatic reactivation of TRAC, A-TRAC, VSC and Trailer Sway Con-
trol
Turning the engine switch off after turning off the TRAC, A-TRAC, VSC and
Trailer Sway Control systems will automatically re-enable them.
■ Automatic A-TRAC reactivat ion (A-TRAC OFF mode)
With A-TRAC OFF mode, TRAC OFF i ndicator turn on. The A-TRAC system
will turn on when the vehicle speed increases.
■ When the TRAC OFF indicator come s on even if the VSC OFF switch
has not been pressed
TRAC cannot be operated. Contact your Toyota dealer.
■ Sounds and vibrations caused by the ABS, TRAC, A-TRAC, VSC,
Trailer Sway Control and brake assist system
●A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the engine is
started and just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not
indicate that a malfunction has occurred in any of these systems.
● Any of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are
operating. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred.
• Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering.
• A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop.
• The brake pedal may pulsate slightly after the ABS is activated.
• The brake pedal may move down slightly after the ABS is activated.

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2-5. Driving information
2
When driving
GCWR, TWR and Unbraked TWR
Confirm that the gross trailer weight, gross combination weight, gross
vehicle weight, gross axle weight and tongue weight are all within the
limits.
■ GCWR
* and TWR*
*1: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. (P. 514)
■Unbraked TWR*
1000 lb. (453 kg)
*: These models meet the tow-vehicle trailering requirement of SAE
International per SAE J2807.
Model code*1EngineDriving
systemGCWRTWR
USK60L-GKTSKA
5.7L V8
(3UR-FE) engine
2WD 13600 lb. (6169 kg) 7400 lb. (3357 kg)USK60L-GKTLKA7300 lb. (3311 kg)
USK60L-GKTZKA13400 lb. (6078 kg) 7200 lb. (3266 kg)
USK65L-GKTSKA
4WD13600 lb. (6169 kg) 7100 lb. (3245 kg)
USK65L-GKTLKA13500 lb. (6124 kg)
7100 lb. (3230 kg)USK65L-GKTZKA7000 lb. (3200 kg)
USK65L-GKTSGA
5.7L V8
(3UR-FBE) engine13600 lb. (6169 kg) 7100 lb. (3221 kg)
USK65L-GKTLGA13500 lb. (6124 kg)USK65L-GKTZGA7000 lb. (3175 kg)

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
39 AIR SUS NO.2 7.5 A
Electronically modulated air sus-
pension system
40 SPARE 5 A Spare fuse
41 SPARE 15 A Spare fuse
42 SPARE 30 A Spare fuse
43 AIR SUS 50 A Electronically modulated air sus-
pension system
44 PBD 30 A Power back door
45 RR HTR 40 A Air conditioning system
46 H-LP CLN 30 A Headlight cleaner
47 DEFOG 40 A Rear window defogger
48 SUB BATT 40 A Trailer towing
49 ABS1 50 AAnti-lock brake system, vehicle sta-
bility control system
50 ABS2 40 AAnti-lock brake system, vehicle sta-
bility control system
51 ST 30 A Starting system
52 HTR 50 A Air conditioning system
53 LH-J/B 150 AAM1, TAIL, PANEL, ACC, CIG, LH-
IG, 4WD, ECU-IG NO.1, BK/UP LP,
SEAT-HTR, A/C IG, ECU-IG NO.2,
WSH, WIPER, OBD, A/C, TI&TE,
FR P/SEAT RH, MIR, DR/LCK, FR
P/SEAT LH, CARGO LP, PWR
OUTLET, POWER NO.1 fuses
54 ALT 180 A
*LH-J/B, HTR, SUB BATT, TOW
BRK, STOP, FOG, TOW TAIL,
DEICER fuses
140 A
*
55 A/PUMP NO.1 50 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system
FuseAmpereCircuit

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15 ECU-IG No.1 7.5 AAnti-lock brake system, vehicle sta-
bility control system, multiplex com-
munication system, intuitive
parking assist system, power front
driver’s seat, power tilt and power
telescopic, shift lock, tire pressure
warning system, accessory meter,
trailer towing, power outlet, electric
moon roof, power back door, head
light cleaner, Blind Spot Monitor
system, BSM main switch
16 AIR SUS IG 20 A Electronically modulated air sus-
pension system
17 LH-IG 7.5 A Back-up lights, charging system,
gauge and meters, turn signal
lights, air conditioning system, seat
heaters, rear window defogger
18 4WD 20 A Four-wheel drive control system
19 RR SEAT-HTR
LH 10 A Seat heaters
20 WSH 20 A Window washer
21 WIPER 30 A Wiper and washer
22 ECU-IG No.2 7.5 A Multiplex communication system,
power steering, gateway ECU
23 TAIL 15 A Tail lights, trailer lights (tail lights),
parking lights
24 A/C IG 10 A Air conditioning system
25 SEAT-HTR 20 A Seat heater or Heated and venti-
lated seats
FuseAmpereCircuit

464 5-1. Essential information
Emergency towing procedureTYPE A Securely attach cables or chains
to the towing hooks.
Take care not to damage the
vehicle body.
TYPE BSecurely attach cables or chains
to the towing hooks.
Take care not to damage the
vehicle body.
Enter the vehicle being towed and start the engine.
If the engine does not start, turn the engine switch to the “ON”
position.
4WD models: Put the front-wheel drive control switch in
“2WD”.
Shift the shift lever to N and release the parking brake.
When the shift lever cannot be shifted: ( P. 499)
■While towing
If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering
will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■
When towing the vehicle
■ While towing
●When towing using cables or chains, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place
excessive stress on the towing hooks, cables or chains. The towing hooks,
cables or chains may become damaged, broken debris may hit people,
and cause serious damage.
● Do not turn the engine switch to the LOCK position.
There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and cannot be oper-
ated.
2WD models: Be sure to transport the
vehicle with all four wheels raised off the
ground. If the vehicle is towed with the
tires contacting the ground, the drivetrain
and related parts may be damaged or an
accident may occur due to a change in
direction of the vehicle.
4WD models: Be sure to transport the
vehicle with all four wheels raised off the
ground. If the vehicle is towed with the
tires contacting the ground, the drivetrain
or related parts may be damaged, the
vehicle may fly off the truck.