2023 TOYOTA SEQUOIA HYBRID warning

4115-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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To turn on the “SYNC” mode,
operate the “SYNC” toggle
upwards or downwards.
The driver’s side temperature con-
trol toggle can be used to adjust the
temperature for the driver’s and
front passenger’s side. To enter
individual mode, operate the front
passenger’s side temperature con-
trol toggle or press the “SYNC” tog-
gle again.
When the “SYNC” mode is on, the
“SYNC” indicator is illuminate.
This feature is used to prevent
ice from building up on the wind-
shield and wiper blades.
Press the rear window and out-
side rear view mirror defoggers
switch.
The windshield wiper de-icer will
automatically turn off after 15 min-
utes.
Turning the rear window and out-
side rear view mirror defoggers on
will turn the windshield wiper de-
icer on.
When the rear window and outside
rear view mirror defoggers switch is
on, the indicator illuminates on the
rear window and ou tside rear view
mirror defoggers switch.
■Location of air outlets
The air outlets and air volume
change according to the
selected air flow mode.
■Adjusting the air flow direc-
tion and opening/closing
the air outlets
Front
Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down
Adjusting the temperature
for driver and front pas-
senger seats simultane-
ously (“SYNC” mode)
Windshield wiper de-icer
(if equipped)
WARNING
■To prevent burns
Do not touch the glass at lower
part of the windshield or to the
side of the front p illars when the
windshield wiper deicer is on.
Air outlet layout and oper-
ations

4125-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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1Open the vent
2 Close the vent
Rear
Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down
1 Open the vent
2 Close the vent
■Adjusting the temperature
setting
1 Operate “REAR” toggle
2 Operate to temperature con-
trol toggle increase the tem-
perature and to decrease it.
The air conditioning system
switches between individual and
simultaneous modes each time
“SYNC” toggle is operated.
WARNING
■To not interrupt the wind-
shield defogger from operat-
ing
Do not place anything on the
instrument panel which may cover
the air outlets. Otherwise, air flow
may be obstructed, preventing the
windshield defoggers from defog-
ging.
Changing the rear seat
settings

4155-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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■Adjusting the air flow direc-
tion and opening/closing
the air outlets (side ceiling)
1 Direct air flow to the left or
right, up or down.
2 Turn the knob fully to the
back of the vehicle to close
the vent.
To close the vent, move the knob
rearward.
*: If equipped
Heated steering
wheel*/seat heat-
ers*/seat ventilators*
 Heated steering wheel
Warms up the grip of the
steering wheel
 Front seat heaters/Rear
seat heaters
Warm up the seat upholstery
 Front seat ventilators/Rear
seat ventilators
Maintain good ventilation by
pulling air through the seat
upholstery
WARNING
■To prevent minor burn inju-
ries
Care should be taken if anyone in
the following categories comes in
contact with the steering wheel or
seats when the heater is on:
●Babies, small children, the
elderly, the sick and the physi-
cally challenged
●Persons with sensitive skin
●Persons who are fatigued
●Persons who have taken alco-
hol or drugs that induce sleep
(sleeping drugs, cold remedies,
etc.)

4175-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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■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.

4215-3. Using the storage features
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5-3.Using the storage features
Auxiliary boxes
Glove box
Cup holders
Console box
Bottle holders
List of storage features
Location of the storage features
WARNING
■Items that should not be left
in the storage spaces
Do not leave glasses, lighters or
spray cans in the storage spaces,
as this may cau se the following
when cabin temperature becomes
high:
●Glasses may be deformed by
heat or cracked if they come
into contact with other stored
items.
●Lighters or spray cans may
explode. If they come into con-
tact with other stored items, the
lighter may catch fire or the
spray can may release gas,
causing a fire hazard.

4225-3. Using the storage features
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Pull up the lever to open.
1Unlock with the mechanical
key
2 Lock with the mechanical key
■Tray within glove box
The tray can be removed by lifting
the tray and then sliding it out.
1 Lift the tray to disengage clip
2 Slide to remove tab from hole
Front (Type A)
Front (Type B)
Press in and release the button.
Rear (Type A)
Rear (Type B)
Pull the armrest down for use.
Glove box
WARNING
■Caution while driving
Keep the glove box closed. In the
event of sudden braking or sud-
den swerving, an accident may
occur due to an occupant being
struck by the open glove box or
the items stored inside.
Cup holders

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Rear (Type C)
Rear (Type D)
Front
Rear
■Bottle holders
●When storing a bottle, close the
cap.
●The bottle may not be stored
depending on its size or shape.
WARNING
■Items unsuitable for the cup
holder
Do not place anything other than
cups or beverage cans in the cup
holders.
Inappropriate items must not be
stored in the cup holders even if
the lid is closed.
Other items may be thrown out of
the holders in the event of an
accident or sudden braking and
cause injury. If possible, cover hot
drinks to prevent burns.
■When not in use
Keep the cup holders closed.
Injuries may resul t in the event of
an accident or sudden braking.
Bottle holders
WARNING
■Items unsuitable for the bottle
holders
Do not place anyth ing other than
a bottle in the bottle holders.
Other items may be thrown out of
the holders in the event of an
accident or sudden braking and
cause injury.

4245-3. Using the storage features
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Press either button to open the
console box.
■Console box
When the auxiliary b ox is slid, the
console box can be accessed.
■Console box partition
The partition of the console box can
be removed.
The removed partition can be
stowed in the posit ion as shown in
the illustration.
Type A
Push in and release the auxiliary
box.
This box is useful for temporarily
storing the small items.
Type B
Pull the auxiliary box out.
NOTICE
■Items that should not be
stowed in the bottle holders
Put the cap on before stowing a
bottle. Do not place open bottles
in the bottle holders, or glasses
and paper cups containing liquid.
The contents may spill and
glasses may break.
Console box
WARNING
■Caution while driving
Keep the console box closed.
Injuries may resul t in the event of
an accident or sudden braking.
Auxiliary boxes