2016 TOYOTA SEQUOIA towing

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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle............... 148
Engine (ignition) switch ....... 158
Automatic transmission ....... 161
Turn signal lever ................. 165
Parking brake ...................... 166
Horn .................................... 167
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ............ 168
Indicators and warning lights ................................. 173
Multi-information display ..... 178
Accessory meter ................. 184
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch .................. 187
Fog light switch ................... 193
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 195
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 199
Headlight cleaner switch ..... 201
2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control ...................... 202
Dynamic laser cruise control ............................... 206
Intuitive parking assist......... 220
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ... 227
Electronically modulated air suspension................... 233 AVS (Adaptive Variable
Suspension System) ........ 238
Four-wheel drive system .... 239
AUTO LSD system ............. 244
Driving assist systems ........ 246
2-5. Driving information Off-road precautions........... 254
Cargo and luggage ............. 259
Vehicle load limits............... 264
Winter driving tips ............... 266
Trailer towing ...................... 270
Dinghy towing ..................... 290
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Front air conditioning system .............................. 294
Rear air conditioning system .............................. 303
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defoggers ............... 307
Windshield wiper de-icer .... 309
3-2. Using the multimedia system Multimedia system types .... 310
USB port/AUX port ............. 311
Using the AUX port............. 312
3-3. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ................. 313
• Personal/interior light main switch ............................... 314
2When driving
3Interior features

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1-3. Adjustable components (s
eats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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Before driving
Folding down the third seat
■ Before folding down the third seat
To release the hooked end tab,
insert the key or concaved end
tab into the hole on the buckle.
Retract the belt slowly when
releasing and stowing the seat
belt.
Stow the seat belt tabs in the
cover set in the roof as shown.

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1-3. Adjustable components (s
eats, mirrors, steering wheel)
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Before driving
Third center seat belt
The third center seat belt is a 3-po int type restraint with 2 buckles. Both
seat belt buckles must be correctly located and securely latched for
proper operation.
Make sure that the buckle is
securely latched for ready use of
the center seat belt.Matches the tab with the
hooked end (tab “A”)
Matches the tab with the con-
caved end (tab “B”)
■ Release method
The belt can be completely released when not required, such as
when folding down the third seat.
To release the tab “B”, push
the buckle release button.
To release the tab “A”, insert
the key (P. 30) or tab “B” into
the hole on the buckle.
Retract the belt slowly when
releasing and stowing the seat
belt.

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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle............ 148
Engine (ignition) switch .... 158
Automatic transmission .... 161
Turn signal lever .............. 165
Parking brake ................... 166
Horn ................................. 167
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ......... 168
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 173
Multi-information display............................ 178
Accessory meter .............. 184
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ............... 187
Fog light switch ................ 193
Windshield wipers and washer ........................... 195
Rear window wiper and washer ........................... 199
Headlight cleaner switch ............................. 201 2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ................... 202
Dynamic laser cruise control ............................ 206
Intuitive parking assist...... 220
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 227
Electronically modulated air suspension ................ 233
AVS (Adaptive Variable Suspension System) ...... 238
Four-wheel drive system ........................... 239
AUTO LSD system........... 244
Driving assist systems ..... 246
2-5. Driving information Off-road precautions ........ 254
Cargo and luggage .......... 259
Vehicle load limits ............ 264
Winter driving tips ............ 266
Trailer towing ................... 270
Dinghy towing .................. 290

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
TOW/HAUL switch (with towing package)
Use TOW/HAUL mode when pulling a trailer or hauling a heavy load. Press the TOW/HAUL switch.
The indicator will come on.
Press the switch once more to
cancel the mode.
■Gear range display when driving in S mode
The current gear range is displayed on the combination meter. ( P. 162)
■ When driving with the cruise control system
The engine brake will not operate in the S mode, even when downshifting to
5 or 4. (P. 202, 206)
■ If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
P. 499
■ If the S indicator does not come on even after shifting the shift lever to
S
This may indicate a malfunction in the automatic transmission system. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer, immediately.
(In this situation, the vehicle will operate as if the shift lever is in D.)
■ AI-SHIFT
The AI-SHIFT automatically shifts the gear to the suitable position according
to the driver performance and driving conditions.
The AI-SHIFT automatically operates when the shift lever is in the D posi-
tion. (Shifting the shift lever to the S position cancels the function.)

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2-4. Using other
driving systems
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When driving
CAUTION
■To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake
Switch the cruise control off using the ON-OFF button when not in use.
■ Situations unsuitable for cruise control
Do not use cruise control in any of the following situations.
Doing so may result in loss of control and could cause an accident resulting
in death or serious injury.
●In heavy traffic
● On roads with sharp bends
● On winding roads
● On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow
● On steep hills
Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill.
● When your vehicle is towing a trailer or during emergency towing

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2-4. Using other
driving systems
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When driving
CAUTION
■Situations unsuitable for dynamic laser cruise control
Do not use dynamic laser cruise control in any of the following situations.
Doing so may result in inappropriate speed control and could cause an acci-
dent resulting in death or serious injury.
●In heavy traffic
● On roads with sharp bends
● On winding roads
● On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow
● On steep downhills, or where there are sudden changes between sharp up
and down gradients
Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill.
● At entrances to expressways
● When weather conditions are bad enough that they may prevent the sen-
sors from functioning correctly (fog, rain, snow, sandstorm, direct sunlight,
etc.)
● When an approach warning buzzer is heard often
● When your vehicle is towing a trailer or during emergency towing

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2-4. Using other
driving systems
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When driving
CAUTION
■Conditions under which the vehicle -to-vehicle distance control may
not function correctly
Apply the brakes as necessary in the following conditions as the laser radar
sensor may not be able to correctly detect vehicles ahead, and a fatal or
serious accident may result.
● When water or snow thrown up by the surrounding vehicles hinders the
functioning of the sensor
● When your vehicle is pointing upwards (caused by a heavy load in the lug-
gage compartment etc.)
● When the road curves or when the lanes are narrow
● When steering wheel operation or your position in the lane is unstable
● When the vehicle ahead of you decelerates suddenly
● When your vehicle is towing a trailer or during emergency towing
■ Handling the laser radar sensor
Observe the following to ensure the cruise control system can function effec-
tively.
Otherwise, the system may not function correctly and could result in an acci-
dent.
●Keep the sensor clean at all times.
Clean the sensor with a soft cloth so you do not mark or damage them.
● Do not subject the sensor or surrounding area to a strong impact.
If the sensor moves even slightly off position, the system may malfunction.
If the sensor or surrounding area is subject to a strong impact, always
have the area inspected and adjusted by a Toyota dealer.
● Do not disassemble the sensor.
● Do not attach accessories or stickers to the sensor, surrounding area.
● Do not modify or paint the sensor.
● If the laser radar sensor needs to be replaced, contact your Toyota dealer.