2017 TOYOTA SEQUOIA automatic transmission

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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 ga uge 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

470 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A)
(Canada) Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system;
• The electronic automatic transmission control sys-tem; or
• The emission control system.
SRS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system.
Slip indicator Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC;
• The TRAC; or
• The AUTO LSD system.
Power steering warning light Indicates a malfunction in the variable flow control
power steering system.

472 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Automatic transmission
fluid temperature warn-
ing lightWhen the light comes on:
Indicates that the auto-
matic transmission fluid
temperature is too high. Immediately stop the
vehicle in a safe place,
shift the shift lever to P
and wait until the light
goes off.
If the light goes off,
you may start the
vehicle again. If the
light does not go off,
contact your Toyota
dealer.
When the light flashes:
Indicates a malfunction in
the automatic transmis-
sion system. Have the system
checked by your Toyota
dealer.
Tire pressure warning
light
When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pres-
sure such as
• Natural causes (→ P. 475)
• Flat tire (→ P. 486) Adjust the tire infla-
tion pressure to the
specified level.
The light will turn off
after a few minutes.
In case the light does
not turn off even if
the tire inflation pres-
sure is adjusted,
have the system
checked by your Toy-
ota dealer.
When the light comes
on after blinking for 1
minute:
Malfunction in the tire
pressure warning sys-
tem (→ P. 476) Have the system
checked by your Toy-
ota dealer.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure

482 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Indicates that the auto-
matic transmission fluid
temperature is too highA buzzer also sounds. Immediately stop the
vehicle in a safe place,
shift the shift lever to P
and wait until the light
goes off.
If the light goes off,
you may start the
vehicle again. If the
light does not go off,
contact your Toyota
dealer.
Indicates a malfunction
in the automatic trans-
mission system A buzzer also sounds. Have the system
checked by your Toy-
ota dealer.
(Flashing) Indicates that the park-
ing brake is still
engaged with the vehicle
having reached a speed
of more than 3 mph
(5 km/h).
A buzzer also sounds
intermittently. Release the parking
brake.
Indicates that the
washer fluid level is low. A buzzer also sounds. Add washer fluid.
Warning messageDetailsCorrection procedure

508 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and do not rev the engine.
● If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures, the vehicle may
require towing to be freed.
● When the automatic transmission fluid temperature warning light comes
on while attempting to free a stuck vehicle, immediately remove your foot
from the accelerator pedal and wait until the warning light turns off. Other-
wise, the transmission may become damaged. (vehicles without multi-
information display) ( →P. 471)
● When a warning message for the automatic transmission fluid temperature
is displayed while attempting to free a stuck vehicle, immediately remove
your foot from the accelerator pedal and wait until the warning message
disappears. Otherwise, the transmission may become damaged. (vehicles
with multi-information display) ( →P. 481)

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Automatic transmission
*: The fluid capacity is the quantity of reference. If replacement is necessary,
contact your Toyota dealer.
Transfer (4WD models)
Fluid capacity*11.7 qt. (11.1 L, 9.8 Imp.qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS”
may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission
accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic transmis-
sion of your vehicle.
Oil capacity 1.43 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 Imp.qt.)
Oil typeGear oil API GL-5
Recommended oil viscosity SAE 75W-90

520 6-1. Specifications
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N, 50kgf) with the engine running.
*2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67.1 lbf (300 N,30.6 kgf).
Chassis lubrication (4WD models)
Steering
Pedal clearance*14.1 in. (104 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.04 ⎯ 0.24 in. (1 ⎯ 6 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel*26 — 9 clicks
Fluid type FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
Propeller shafts Spider Lithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid type Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II
or III

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ..................................... 294, 303
AAC disc
*
ABS ........................................... 246
Active traction control ............. 246
Adaptive variable suspension system .................................... 238
Air conditioning filter............... 430
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter .............. 430
Front air conditioning system ................................ 294
Rear air conditioning system ................................ 303
Airbags Airbag operating conditions............................ 115
Airbag precautions for your child .................................... 119
Airbag warning light............... 470
Curtain shield airbag
operating conditions............ 115
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ......................... 119
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 124
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
*
Anti-lock brake system ........... 246
Armrest ..................................... 359
Ashtrays ................................... 345
Assist grips .............................. 362
A-TRAC ..................................... 246
Audio input ............................... 311
Audio system
A/V input port
*
Antenna*
Audio input ............................ 311
Audio visual input
*
AUX port ............................... 312
Blu-ray Disc™
*
CD player*
DVD disc*
DVD player*
iPod*
MP3/WMA/AAC disc*
Portable music player*
Radio*
Rear seat entertainment
system
*
Steering wheel audio switch*
Type ...................................... 310
USB memory
*
Audio visual input*
AUTO LSD system ................... 244
Automatic light control system .................................... 192
Automatic transmission .......................... 161
AUX port ................................... 311
Auxiliary box ............................ 338
A/V input port
*
AVS ........................................... 238
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