2023 TOYOTA SEQUOIA HYBRID heating

3684-5. Using the driving support systems
Owners Manual_USA_M0C043_enfuel economy through moderate
throttle characteri
stics and by con-
trolling the operation of the air con-
ditioning system (heating/cooling).
The “ECO” indicator comes on.
• “SPORT S” mode
Assists accelerati on response by
controlling the transmission, engine
and steering. Suitable for when pre-
cise handling is desirable, for
example when driving on mountain
roads. The “SPORT S” indicator
comes on.
• “SPORT S+” mode
Helps to ensure th e controllability
and stability of the vehicle by inte-
grally controlling the steering wheel
and suspensions as well as the
transmission and engine, making it
suitable for sporty driving. The
“SPORT S+” indicator comes on.
• “CUSTOM” mode
Allows you to drive with the power
train, chassis and air conditioning
system functions set to your pre-
ferred settings. Custom mode set-
tings can only be changed on the
drive mode customization display of
multimedia system. The “CUSTOM”
indicator comes on.
■The driving mode select switch
can be operated when
The front-wheel dri ve control switch
is in “2H” and “4H”.
■Operation of the air condition-
ing system in Eco mode
Eco mode controls the heating/cool-
ing operations and fan speed of the
air conditioning system to enhance
fuel efficiency. To improve air condi-
tioning performance, perform the
following operations:
●Adjust the fan speed ( P.407)
●Turn off Eco drive mode ( P.366)
■Automatic deactivation of driv-
ing modes:
Driving mode is deactivated or the
driving mode will be changed to nor-
mal mode in the following condi-
tions:
●After turning the power switch off
and then turning it to on
●When the front-wheel drive control
switch is in “4L” (4WD models
only)
●When the Multi-terrain Select is
turned on (if equipped)
●When the Downhill assist control
system is turned on (if equipped)
●When the “TOW HAUL” mode or
“TOW+” mode is turned on
■Customization
The Custom mode can be changed.
(Customizable features: P.580)

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Driving
●The accelerator pedal is
depressed
●The parking brake is engaged
●A maximum of 2 seconds have
elapsed after the brake pedal is
released
●The power switch is turned to OFF
■Sounds and vibrations caused
by the ABS, brake assist, VSC,
Trailer Sway Control, TRAC and
hill-start assist control systems
●A sound may be heard from the
hybrid system compartment when
the brake pedal is depressed
repeatedly, when the hybrid sys-
tem is started or just after the vehi-
cle begins to move. This sound
does not indicate that a malfunc-
tion has occurred in any of these
systems.
●Any of the following conditions
may occur when t he above sys-
tems 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 also after the vehicle comes to a stop.
■ECB operating sound
ECB operating sound may be heard
in the following cases, but it does
not indicate that a malfunction has
occurred.
●Operating sound heard from the
engine compartment when the
brake pedal is operated.
●Motor sound of the brake system
heard from the front part of the
vehicle when the driver’ door is
opened.
●Operating sound heard from the
engine compartment when one or
two minutes passed after the stop
of the hybrid system.
■EPS operation sound
When the steering wheel is oper-
ated, a motor sou nd (whirring sound) may be heard. This does not
indicate a malfunction.
■Automatic reactivation of
TRAC, Trailer Sway Control and
VSC systems
After turning the TRAC, Trailer
Sway Control and VSC systems off,
the systems will be a utomatically re-
enabled in the following situations:
●When the power switch is turned
off
●If only the TRAC sy stem is turned
off, the TRAC will turn on when
vehicle speed increases
If both the TRAC and VSC sys-
tems are turned of f, automatic re-
enabling will not occur when vehi-
cle speed increases.
■Reduced effectiveness of the
EPS system
The effectiveness of the EPS sys-
tem is reduced to prevent the sys-
tem from overheating when there is
frequent steering input over an
extended period o f time. The steer-
ing wheel may f eel heavy as a
result. Should this occur, refrain
from excessive steering input or
stop the vehicle a nd turn the hybrid
system off. The EPS system should
return to normal within 10 minutes.
■Secondary Collision Brake
operating conditions
The system operates when the SRS
airbag sensor de tects a collision
while the vehicle is in motion. How-
ever, the system does not operate
when the components are dam-
aged.
■Secondary Collision Brake
automatic cancelation
The system is automatically can-
celed in any of th e following situa-
tions.
●The vehicle speed drops to
approximately 0 mph (0 km/h).
●A certain amount of time elapses
during operation

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Touch the switch at the bottom
right on multimedia to activate
Straight Path Assist. Straight
Pass Assist controls steering to
back up the trailer in a straight-
line. The system can be overrid-
den by using steering wheel to
adjust trailer direction.
The driver is always responsible
for paying attention to the vehi-
cle’s surroundings and driving
safely. This system does not
control braking. Driver needs to
control vehicle speed, control
braking, and stop the vehicle to
avoid any collision.
For best results, reverse slowly
when using Straight Path Assist.
Trailer Backup Guide system
is canceled when the trailer
cannot be detected (e.g. dirty
camera lens, insufficient light-
ing condition, obstruction of
the trailer in the rear camera
view, incorrectly selected
trailer, etc.)
 Guidance mode is canceled
when any of the following
occurs:
• Press the Trailer Backup Guide
switch
*
• Press the Camera switch*
• Vehicle speed is greater than approximately 4.7 mph (7.6 km/h)
• VSC or ABS is operated
*
• Back door is opened*
• Trailer tracking is lost
• Shift the shift lever out of R
• There is a system malfunction
*
*
: Includes Trailer Backup Guide system cancel
 Straight Path Assist is can-
celed when any of the follow-
ing occurs:
• Any of the events, above, that
cancel Guidance mode occur
• Press the Straight Path Assist switch on the multimedia screen
• The system temperature preser- vation function operates (to pre-
vent power steering equipment
from overheating)
This light’s usage for Trailer
Backup Guide is controlled by
the Trailer Backup Guide sys-
tem and the driver does not
need to activate the light sepa-
rately.
For other usage: P. 4 1 9
Using Straight Path
Assist
Canceling the systemTrailer hitch light

3964-6. Driving tips
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4-6.Driving tips
When using Eco drive mode, the
torque corresponding to the
accelerator pedal depression
amount can be generated more
smoothly than it is in normal
conditions. In addition, the oper-
ation of the air conditioning sys-
tem (heating/cooling) will be
minimized, improving the fuel
economy. (P.366)
The Eco-friendly driving is pos-
sible by keeping the indicate of
Hybrid System Indicator within
Eco area. ( P.99)
Shift the shift lever to D when
stopped at a traffic light, or driv-
ing in heavy traffic etc. Shift the
shift lever to P when parking.
When using the N, there is no
positive effect on fuel consump-
tion. When using the air condi-
tioning system, etc., the hybrid
battery (traction battery) power
is consumed. 
Drive your vehicle smoothly.
Avoid abrupt acceleration and
deceleration. Gradual accel-
eration and deceleration will
make more effective use of
the electric motor (traction
motor) without having to use
gasoline engine power.
 Avoid repeated acceleration.
Repeated acceleration con-
sumes hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) power, resulting
in poor fuel consumption. Bat-
tery power can be restored by
driving with the accelerator
pedal slightly released.
Make sure to operate the brakes
gently and in a timely manner. A
greater amount of electrical
energy can be regenerated
when slowing down.
Repeated acceleration and
deceleration, as well as long
waits at traffic lights, will lead to
bad fuel economy. Check traffic
reports before leaving and avoid
delays as much as possible.
When driving in a traffic jam,
gently release the brake pedal
to allow the vehicle to move for-
ward slightly while avoiding
Hybrid Electric Vehi-
cle driving tips
For economical and ecolog-
ical driving, pay attention to
the following points:
Using Eco drive mode
Use of Hybrid System
Indicator
Shift lever operation
Accelerator pedal/brake
pedal operation
When braking
Delays

4175-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
■Rear seat heaters/seat ven-
tilators (if equipped) Adjust the rear seat heater
temperature level
Each time the switch is pressed,
the operation condition changes as
follows.
Hi (3 segments lit)  Mid (2 seg-
ments lit)  Lo (1 segment lit) 
Off
The level indicato r (red) light up
during operation.
Adjust the rear seat ventilator
fan speed level
Each time the switch is pressed,
the operation condition changes as
follows.
Hi (3 segments lit)  Mid (2 seg-
ments lit)  Lo (1 segment lit) 
Off
The level indicator (blue) light up
during operation.
■The heated steering wheel, seat
heaters and seat ventilators can
be used when
The power swit ch is in ON.
WARNING
■To prevent overheating and
minor burn injuries
Observe the following precautions
when using the seat heaters.
●Do not cover the seat with a
blanket or cushion when using
the seat heater.
●Do not use seat heater more
than necessary.

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When trouble arises
■Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
■Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
■High coolant temperature warning light*
*: This light illuminates on the mu lti-information display with a message.
If a war ning light tur ns on or a war ning buzzer
sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning
lights comes on or flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but
then goes off, this does not necessarily indicate a malfunc-
tion in the system. However, if this continues to occur, have
the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Actions to the warning lights or warning buzzers
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(U.S.A.)
or
(Red)
(Canada)
Indicates that:
 The brake fluid level is low; or
 The brake system is malfunctioning
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and con-
tact your Toyota dealer. C ontinuing to drive the vehi-
cle may be dangerous.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
(Yellow)
Indicates a malfunction in:
 The parking brake system;
 The regenerative braking system; or
 The electronically controlled brake system
 Have the vehicle inspecte d by your Toyota dealer
immediately.
Warning lightDetails/Actions
Indicates that the engine is overheating
 Immediately stop the v ehicle in a safe place.
Handling method ( P.543)

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When trouble arises
■If the engine coolant tem-
perature gauge enters the
red zone or “Engine Cool-
ant Temp High Stop in a
Safe Place See Owner’s
Manual” is shown on the
multi-information display
1 Stop the vehicle in a safe
place and turn off the air con-
ditioning system, and then
stop the hybrid system.
2 If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after
the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
3 After the hybrid system has
cooled down sufficiently,
inspect the hoses, engine
radiator core (radiator) and
intercooler radiator core
(radiator) for any leaks.
If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately cont act your Toyota dealer.
Cooling fan
Radiator
Intercooler radiators
4 The coolant level is satisfac-
tory if it is between the “F” or
“FULL” and “L” or “LOW”
lines on the reservoir.
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge ( P.93)
enters the red zone or a loss of engine (hybrid system) power i s
experienced. (For example, the vehicle speed does not
increase.)
 “Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s
Manual” is shown on the multi-information display.
Steam comes out from under the hood.
Correction procedures

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Alphabetical Index601
Panoramic moon roof ........... 182
Power window lock switch.... 176
Power window precautions .. 175
Rear door child-protectors.... 118
Removed electronic key battery precautions......................... 494
Seat belt extender precautions ............................................. 30
Seat belt precautions ............. 53
Child-protectors .. ................... 118
Cleaning .......................... 450, 453 Aluminum wheel ornaments . 450
Aluminum wheels ................. 450
Digital Rear-view Mirror........ 165
Exterior ................................. 450
Interior .................................. 453
Radar sensor........................ 245
Seat belts ............................. 453
Clock ......................................... 93
Coat hooks .............................. 434
Condenser .............................. 469
Console box ............................ 424
Console box light ................... 418
Consumption screen.............. 108
Coolant .................................... 468 Checking .............................. 468
Cooling system ...................... 468 Engine overheating .............. 543
Coussins gonflables Modification et é limination en fin
de vie des coussins gonflables ........................................... 593
Crawl Control .......................... 373
Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .......... 275
Cup holders ............................ 422
Current fuel consumption ....... 99
Curtain shield airbags ............. 37
Customizable features ........... 570D
DAC ..........................................380
Daytime running light system228
Daytime running lights Replacing light bulbs ............498
Deck divider ............................426
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors .....408
Rear window.........................408
Windshield ............................407
Differential ...............................554
Digital Rear-view Mirror .........160
Dimension ...............................548
Dinghy towing ......................... 211
Display Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ..........275
Head-up display ...................104
Intuitive parking assist ..........294
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) .....267
Multi-information display.........97
Warning messages ...............519
Display change button .............95
Distance until next engine oil change .....................................95
Do-it-yourself maintenance ...457
Door courtesy lights...............418
Door lock Back door .............................122
Side doors ............................ 115
Smart key system .................139
Wireless remote control........ 113