2017 TOYOTA SEQUOIA suspension

384 4-1. Maintenance and care
NOTICE
■To prevent paint deterioration and corrosion on the body and compo-
nents (aluminum wheels etc.)
● Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If you see coal tar or tree sap on the paint surface
• If you see dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings on the paint
• After driving in an area contaminated with soot, oily smoke, mine dust,
iron powder or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled in dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gasoline are spilled on the paint surface
● If the paint is chipped or scratched, have it repaired immediately.
● To prevent the wheels from corroding, remove any dirt and store in a place
with low humidity when storing the wheels.
■ Cleaning the exterior lights
●Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the surfaces of the lights.
● Do not apply wax on the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses.
■ When using a high pressure car wash
Do not bring the nozzle tip close to boots (rubber or resin manufactured
cover), connectors or the following parts. The parts may be damaged if they
come into contact with high-pressure water.
• Traction related parts
• Steering parts
• Suspension parts
• Brake parts

5
When trouble arises
463
5-1. Essential information
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.
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.
Emergency towing
If a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using cables or chains secured to the emergency
towing hooks. This should only atte mpted on hard, surfaced roads for
at most 50 miles (80 km) at under 18mph (30 km/h).
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The
vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in
good condition.

466 5-1. Essential information
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift
type truck
●Do not tow the vehicle from the rear when the engine switch is in the
LOCK position or the key is removed.
The steering lock mechanism is not strong enough to hold the front
wheels straight.
●When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for tow-
ing at the opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clear-
ance, the vehicle could be damaged while being towed.
■To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing with a sling-type
truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.
■To prevent damage to the vehicle during emergency towing
Do not secure cables or chains to the suspension components.

5
When trouble arises
467
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

560
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

562
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
A

564 Alphabetical index
Cooling systemEngine overheating ............... 504
CRS ........................................... 129
Cruise control Cruise control ........................ 202
Dynamic laser cruise
control ................................. 206
Cup holders .............................. 333
Curtain shield airbags ............. 112
Customizable features............. 539
Daytime running light system .................................... 191
Defogger Rear window ......................... 307
Side mirrors ........................... 307
Dimension................................. 512
Dinghy towing .......................... 290
Display Trip information ..................... 178
Warning message ................. 480
Do-it-yourself main tenance..... 395
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights .............. 313
Wattage ................................. 522
Doors Back door ................................40
Door glasses ...........................90
Door lock ...........................31, 35
Side doors ...............................35
Side mirrors .............................84
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ......................................... 471
Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 149
Correct posture ..................... 110
Procedures ............................ 148
Winter driving tips.................. 266
Driving position memory...........62
DVD player
*
Electronically modulated air suspension ............................ 233
Emergency flashers Switch ................................... 460
Emergency, in case of
If the engine will not start ...... 497
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 499
If the vehicle has discharged battery................................. 501
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 469
If the warning light turns on........................................ 469
If the warning message is displayed ............................ 480
If you have a flat tire ............. 486
If you lose your keys ............. 500
If you think something is wrong .................................. 467
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 507
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency .......................... 509
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 461
If your vehicle overheats ....... 504
D
E

566 Alphabetical index
Garage door opener................. 370
Gas station information........... 576
Gauges ...................................... 168
Glove box.................................. 318
Hands-free system (for cellular phone)
*
Hazard lights
Switch.................................... 460
Head restraints
Adjusting ................................65
Headlight cleaner ..................... 201
Headlights Replacing light bulbs ............. 447
Switch.................................... 187
Wattage ................................. 522
Heaters Seat heaters .................. 354, 357
Side mirror............................. 307
Height control Electronically modulated air suspension.......................... 233
Hood .......................................... 399
Hooks Cargo net .............................. 366
Shopping bag ........................ 367
Horn........................................... 167 I/M test ...................................... 394
Identification
Engine ................................... 514
Vehicle .................................. 514
Ignition switch.......................... 158
Illuminated entry system......... 313
Indicator lights ......................... 173
Initialization
Items to initialize ................... 543
Inside rear view mirror .............. 81
Interior lights Interior lights ......................... 313
Switch ................................... 314
Wattage................................. 522
Instrument panel light control .................................... 172
Intuitive parking assist ............ 220
Jack
Positioning the jack ............... 489
Vehicle-equipped jack ........... 486
Jack handle .............................. 486
Keyless entry ............................. 31
Keys
Engine switch ........................ 158
If you lose your keys ............. 500
Ignition switch ....................... 158
Key number............................. 30
Keyless entry .......................... 31
Keys ........................................ 30
Wireless remote control key ........................................ 31
G
H
I
J
K