2019 TOYOTA SEQUOIA radiator cap

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Engine compartment
Washer fluid tank (P. 404)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 395)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 398)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 396)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 400) Fuse box (
P. 426)
Battery ( P. 402)
Radiator ( P. 399)
Cooling fans
Condenser ( P. 399)
Power steering fluid reservoir ( P. 401)

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The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the “FULL” a nd “LOW”
lines on the reservoir wh en the engine is cold.
Reservoir cap
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
If the level is on or below the
“LOW” line, add coolant up to the
“FULL” line.
■ Coolant selection
Only use “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high quality ethylene
glycol based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-bora te coolant with
long-life hybrid organic acid technology.
U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 50% coolant and 50% deion-
ized water. (Minimum temperature: -31 °F [-35 °C])
Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is a mixture of 55% coolant and 45% deion-
ized water. (Minimum temperature: -44 °F [-42 °C])
For more details about engine coolant, contact your Toyota deal er.
■ If the coolant level drops within a short time of replenishing
Visually check the radiator, hoses, engine coolant reservoir ca ps, drain cock
and water pump.
If you cannot find a leak, have your Toyota dealer test the cap and check for
leaks in the cooling system.
Engine coolant

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Maintenance and care
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Check the radiator and condenser and clear away any foreign objects.
If either of the above parts is extremely dirty or you are not sure of
their condition, have your vehicle inspected by your Toyota dea l e r.
WARNING
■When the engine is hot
Do not remove the engine coolant reservoir cap or the radiator cap.
(P. 485)
The cooling system may be under pressure and may spray hot coolant if the
cap is removed, causing serious injuries, such as burns.
NOTICE
■ When adding coolant
Coolant is neither plain water nor straight antifreeze. The cor rect mixture of
water and antifreeze must be used to provide proper lubrication, corrosion
protection and cooling. Be sure to read the antifreeze or coolant label.
■ If you spill coolant
Be sure to wash it off with water to prevent it from damaging p arts or paint.
Radiator and condenser
WARNING
■When the engine is hot
Do not touch the radiator or condenser as they may be hot and c ause seri-
ous injuries, such as burns.

4847-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If your vehicle overheats
●The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge ( P. 8 6 )
enters the red zone o r a loss of engine power is experienced.
(For example, the vehicle speed does not increase.)
● Steam comes out f rom under the hood.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air condition ing sys-
tem, and then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled
down sufficiently, inspect the
hoses and radiator core (radia-
tor) for any leaks. Radiator
Cooling fan
If a large amount of coolant
leaks, immediately contact your
Toyota dealer.
The coolant level is satisfactory
if it is between the “FULL” and
“LOW” lines on the reservoir.Reservoir
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
Radiator cap
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating:
Correction procedures
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When trouble arises
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Add engine coolant if neces-
sary.
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if engine coolant is unavail-
able.
Start the engine to check that the radiator cooling fan operate and
to check for coolant leaks from the radiator or hoses.
If the fan are not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and contact your Toyota dealer.
If the fan are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the neare st Toyota dealer.
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WARNING
■When inspecting under the hood of your vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury such as burns.
● If steam is seen coming from under the hood, do not open the ho od until
the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot.
● Keep hands and clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler) away from
the fans and belts.
● Do not loosen the radiator cap and the coolant reservoir cap while the
engine and radiator are hot.
High temperature steam or coolant could spray out.
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552Alphabetical index
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Parking brake ........................... 207Operation .............................. 207
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer/
message ............................. 460
Parking lights ........................... 208 Light switch ........................... 208
Replacing light bulbs............. 435
PCS (Pre-Collision system) .... 234 Enabling/disabling
the system ................... ....... 238
Pen holder ................................ 340
Personal lights ......................... 337
Power back window ................ 152 Jam protection function......... 153
Operation .............................. 152
Power outlets ........................... 357
Power steering Fluid .............................. 401, 498
Warning light ......................... 449
Power windows........................ 149 Door lock linked window
operation ............................ 150
Jam protection function......... 150
Operation .............................. 149
Window lock switch............... 149
Pre-Collision system (PCS) ...................................... 234 Enabling/disabling
the system ................... ....... 238Radiator .................................... 399
Radio
*
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic
Alert)....................................... 276
Rear air conditioning system.................................... 328
Rear console box .................... 342
Rear seats
Adjustment............................ 122
Folding down ................ 125, 128
Rear side sunshade ................ 362
Rear step bumper .................... 112
Rear turn signal lights ............ 206 Replacing light bulbs ............ 430
Turn signal lever ................... 206
Wattage ................................ 500
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror .......... 142
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 145
Rear view monitor system
*
Rear window ............................ 152
Rear window defoggers .......... 323
Rear window wiper .................. 222
Refueling .................................. 225 Capacity................................ 493
Fuel types ............................. 493
Opening the fuel tank cap..... 227
Replacing Fuses .................................... 426
Key battery ........................... 424
Light bulbs ............................ 429
Tires...................................... 465
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners...................... 528
Resetting the message
indicating maintenance
is required.............................. 385
Roof luggage carrier ............... 171
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