2012 Toyota Sequoia Owners Manual
2012 Toyota Sequoia Manual
2012 Toyota Sequoia manual content summary:
- 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 1
When trouble arises What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire, or is involved in an accident. 6 Vehicle specifications Detailed vehicle information. 7 For owners Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt and SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners. Index - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 2
Before driving Opening the fuel tank cap...102 1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system ...107 Alarm ...109 1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ...SRS airbags ...Front passenger occupant classification system...Child restraint systems ...Installing child restraints ...112 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 3
precautions ...Cargo and luggage ...Vehicle load limits ...Winter driving tips ...Trailer towing ...Dinghy towing ...261 266 270 272 276 296 203 207 220 227 236 241 246 247 252 254 312 314 3 315 4 5 6 359 363 365 7 3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system Bluetooth® audio system...368 Using the - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 4
MP3 discs) ...Using the video mode ...Changing the Setup Menu settings...384 392 401 404 406 409 411 3-6. Using the interior lights Interior lights list...449 • Personal/interior light main switch...450 • Personal/interior lights ...451 • Interior light...452 3-7. Using the storage features List of - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 5
and maintenance (I/M) programs...528 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Do-it-yourself service precautions ...Hood ...Engine compartment...Tires ...Tire inflation pressure ...Wheels ...Air conditioning filter...Wireless remote control battery...Checking and replacing fuses ...Light bulbs...529 533 534 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 6
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ...644 Fuel information ...656 Tire information ...661 6-2. Customization Customizable features ...672 Items to initialize...676 7 For owners Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ...678 Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners (in French)...679 SRS - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 7
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Pic t oria l inde x Exterior Windshield wipers P. 196 Moon roof∗ P. 99 Hood P. 533 Outside rear view mirrors P. 87 Front side marker lights P. 188 Headlights (low beam) P. 188 Fog lights∗ P. 194 Headlights (high beam) P. 188 Front turn signal/parking lights and daytime running lights∗ P. 166 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 9
102 Tail lights P. 188 Rear window defogger P. 312 Back window P. 96 Side doors P. 37 Rear window wiper P. 200 Tires ●Rotation ●Replacement ●Inflation pressure ●Information P. 549 P. 619 P. 556 P. 661 License plate lights P. 188 Back door P. 42 Rear turn signal lights P. 166 ∗: If equipped 9 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 10
l inde x Interior Seat belts Head restraints P. 72 P. 68 Front console box P. 456 Horn P. 168 SRS driver airbag P. 114 SRS front passenger airbag P. 114 Bottle holders P. 472 Cup holders P. 468 Auxiliary boxes P. 473 Glove boxes P. 454 Floor mats P. 498 Rear seats P. 54 Front seats P. 50 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 11
Moon roof switches∗ P. 99 Rear seat entertainment system∗ P. 384 SRS curtain shield airbags P. 114 Personal/interior lights P. 451 Overhead console P. 466 Conversation mirror P. 482 Vanity mirrors P. 476 Anti-glare inside rear view mirror P. 84 Compass∗ Interior light P. 452 Sun visors P. 475 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 12
Pic t oria l inde x Interior Type B Personal/interior lights P. 451 Personal/interior lights P. 451 Overhead console P. 466 Rear seat entertainment system∗ P. 384 SRS curtain shield airbags P. 114 Personal/interior lights P. 451 Conversation mirror P. 482 Vanity mirrors P. 476 Anti-glare - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 13
Inside door lock button P. 38 Door lock switch Driving position memory P. 37 switches∗ P. 65 Power window switches P. 93 Auxiliary box P. 473 Window lock switch P. 93 ∗: If equipped 13 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 14
Pic t oria l inde x Interior Cup holders P. 468 Ashtray P. 480 Shift lever P. 162 Map holder P. 459 Shift lock override button P. 632 14 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 15
Vehicles without rear seat entertainment system Rear air conditioning system P. 308 Power outlet P. 483 Cup holders P. 468 15 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 16
Pic t oria l inde x Interior Vehicles with rear seat entertainment system A/V input port P. 409 Rear air conditioning system P. 308 Power outlet P. 483 Cup holders P. 468 Headphone jacks P. 387 16 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 17
Vehicles with rear console box Rear console box P. 463 Cup holders P. 468 Cup holders P. 468 Auxiliary box P. 473 Seat heater switches P. 490 17 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 18
Turn signal lever P. 166 Fog light switch∗ P. 194 Gauges and meters P. 169 Windshield wipers and washer switch P. 196 Rear window wiper and washer switch P. 200 Tire pressure warning reset switch P. 550 Parking brake pedal Hood lock release lever P. 533 P. 167 SRS knee airbags P. 114 18 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 19
Security indicator P. 107, 109 AUX port P. 363 AUX port/USB port∗ P. 346, 352, 363 Air conditioning system P. 300 Power outlet P. 483 Seat heater switches∗ P. 489 Seat heater and ventilator switches∗ P. 492 Cigarette lighter P. 481 ∗: If equipped *: Refer to "Navigation System Owner's Manual" 19 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 20
Pic t oria l inde x Instrument panel Emergency flasher switch P. 594 Accessory meter control switches∗ P. 185 Intuitive parking assist switch∗ P. 220 Multi-information display control *1 P. 248 Coin holder*2 P. 455 Height control switches∗ P. 241 AVS switch∗ P. 246 TOW/HAUL switch∗ P. 164 20 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 21
Power back window switch P. 96 Engine (ignition) switch P. 159 VSC OFF switch P. 252, 255, 257, 258 ∗: If equipped *1 : 4WD models *2 : 2WD models *3: Vehicles with multi-information display 21 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 22
Pic t oria l inde x Instrument panel Audio remote control switches∗ P. 365 Talk switch∗ Climate remote control P. 424 switches∗ P. 315 Telephone switches∗ P. 424 Vehicle-to-vehicle distance button∗ P. 207 Cruise control switch P. 203, 207 22 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 23
Personal/interior light main switch P. 450 Tilt and telescopic steering control switch∗ P. 83 Outside rear view mirror Headlight cleaner switch∗ P. 202 REVERSE TILT switch∗ P. 88 RSCA OFF switch* P. 126 Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever∗ P. 82 ∗: If equipped *: 4WD models 23 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 24
∗ P. 43 Back door strap P. 44 Child restraint anchor bracket P. 136 Shopping bag hook P. 502 Auxiliary box P. 503 Tie-down hooks P. 500 Tie-down hooks P. 500 Cargo net hooks P. 501 Cargo net hooks P. 501 Auxiliary box∗ P. 503 ∗: If equipped *: Vehicles with third power - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 25
For your information Main Owners Manual Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle. All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 26
as: ● Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system ● Cruise control system ● Anti-lock brake system ● SRS airbag system ● Seat belt pretensioner system Be sure to check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation of - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 27
• Shift position The data recorded varies according to the grade level and options the vehicle is equipped with. The computers do not record conversations, sound or pictures. ● Data usage Toyota may use the data recorded in these computers to diagnose malfunctions, conduct research and development - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 28
name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, routinely acquired during a crash investigation. To read data recorded by an EDR, special owner (or the lessee for a leased vehicle) is obtained • Officially requested by the police or other authorities • For use by Toyota - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 29
CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 30
Symbols used throughout this manual Cautions & Notices CAUTION This is a warning against anything must or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Toyota and its equipment. Symbols used in illustrations Safety symbol The symbol of a circle with a slash through it means "Do - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 31
1 -1 . K e y inform a t ion Ke ys The following keys are provided with the vehicle. Master keys Valet key Key number plate - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 32
-2 . Ope ning, c losing a nd loc k ing t he doors Wire le ss re m ot e c ont rol The wireless remote control can be used to lock and unlock the vehicle from outside the vehicle. Vehicles with power back door Locks all doors Unlocks all doors Pressing the button unlocks - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 33
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 34
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 35
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 36
1 -2 . Ope ning, c losing a nd loc k ing t he doors Side doors The vehicle can be locked and unlocked using the wireless remote control, key or door lock switch. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 37
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 38
closing and locking the doors Automatic door locking and unlocking systems The following functions can be set or canceled: Function Shift 's door is opened within 10 seconds after turning the engine switch to the ACC or LOCK position. 1 Before driving Driver's door linked door unlocking function - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 39
and hold the driver's door lock switch ( or ) for approximately 5 seconds and then release. The shift lever and switch positions corresponding to the desired function to be set are shown as follows. Use the same procedure to cancel the function. Function Shift position linked door locking function - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 40
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 41
1 -2 . Ope ning, c losing a nd loc k ing t he doors Ba ck door The back door can be locked/unlocked and opened by the following procedures. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 42
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 43
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors Rear step bumper For rear end protection and easier step-up loading. To get on the rear step bumper, use the shaded area in the illustration. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 44
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 45
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 46
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 47
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 48
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 49
c om pone nt s (se a t s, m irrors, st e e ring w he e l) Front se at s Manual seat Passenger's seat Driver's seat Seat position adjustment lever Seatback angle adjustment lever Vertical height adjustment lever Seat cushion (front) angle adjustment knob Seat lumbar support adjustment switch 50 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 50
) Power seat Passenger's seat Driver's seat 1 Before driving Seat position adjustment switch Seatback angle adjustment switch Seat cushion (front) angle adjustment switch Vertical height adjustment switch Driver's seat leg support adjustment switch (if equipped) Seat lumbar support adjustment - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 51
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Seatback table (if equipped on front passenger seat) Pull the seatback angle adjusting lever and raise the seatback to its upright position. Pull the seatback folding lever and fold the seatback down. 52 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 52
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 53
1 -3 . Adjust a ble c om pone nt s (se a t s, m irrors, st e e ring w he e l) Re a r se at s - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 54
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Bench seat Seat position lever* adjustment 1 Seatback angle adjustment lever Before driving *:The second center seat can be moved forward further than side seats. 55 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 55
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 56
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Power seat Seatback angle adjustment switch Seatback switch folding/returning 1 Before driving Moving a second seat for third seat access - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 57
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 58
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 59
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Folding down the third seat - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 60
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Adjust the center head restraint to the downmost position. 1 Before driving Stow the third seat belt buckles. 61 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 61
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 62
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 63
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 64
drive r's se at ) ∗ 1 -3 . Adjust a ble c om pone nt s (se a t s, m irrors, st e e ring w he e l) Your preferred driving position (the position of the driver's seat, steering wheel and outside rear view mirrors) can be entered into the computer's memory and recalled with the touch of a button. Two - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 65
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Linking driving position memory with door unlock operation Memorized driving positions can be recalled when you unlock the driver's door using the wireless remote control and open the driver's door. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 66
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 67
Pull the head restraints up. Down Push the head restraint down while pushing the lock release button. Lock release button *: 8-passenger models only Third center seat Vertical adjustment Up Pull the head restraints up. Down Lock release button Push the head restraint down while pushing the lock - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 68
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Third outside seats To use Lift up the head restraint until it locks. 1 To fold Before driving Pull the head restraint lock release lever to fold the head restraint. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 69
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Third seats Pull the head restraint up while pushing the lock release button. The head restraint of outside seat cannot be removed. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 70
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 71
1 -3 . Adjust a ble c om pone nt s (se a t s, m irrors, st e e ring w he e l) Se at be lt s Make sure that all occupants are wearing their seat belts before driving the vehicle. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 72
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Releasing the belt Press the release button. 1 Before driving - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 73
belt is a 3-point type restraint with 2 buckles. Both seat belt buckles must be correctly located and securely latched for proper operation. Make sure that the buckle is securely latched for ready use of the center seat belt. Matches the tab with the hooked end (tab "A") Matches the tab with the - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 74
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) Stow the seat belt tabs in the cover set in the roof as shown. 1 Before driving - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 75
, steering wheel) Slide the belt past the slot of the guide. The elastic cord must be behind the seat belt. Seat belt pretensioners (front seats) The pretensioner helps the seat belt to quickly restrain the occupant by retracting the seat belt when the vehicle is subjected to certain types of - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 76
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 77
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 78
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 79
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 80
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 81
1 -3 . Adjust a ble c om pone nt s (se a t s, m irrors, st e e ring w he e l) St e e ring w he e l (m a nua lly a djust a ble t ype ) The steering wheel can be adjusted to a comfortable position. Hold the steering wheel and press the lever down. Adjust to the ideal position by moving the steering - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 82
Before driving 1 Auto tilt away When the key is removed from the engine switch, the steering wheel returns to its stowed position by moving up and away to enable easier driver entry and exit. Inserting the key into the engine switch returns the steering wheel to its original position. CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 83
1 -3 . Adjust a ble c om pone nt s (se a t s, m irrors, st e e ring w he e l) Ant i-gla re inside re a r vie w m irror Glare from the headlights of vehicles behind can be reduced by using the following functions. Manual anti-glare inside rear view mirror Normal position Anti-glare position 84 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 84
In automatic mode, sensors are used to detect the headlights of vehicles behind and automatically reduces the reflected light. Turns automatic mode ON/ OFF The indicator comes on when automatic mode is turned on. The mirror will revert to the automatic mode each time the engine switch is turned on - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 85
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 86
1 -3 . Adjust a ble c om pone nt s (se a t s, m irrors, st e e ring w he e l) Out side re a r vie w m irrors Mirror angle can be adjusted using the switch when the engine switch is in the ACC or ON position. Select a mirror to adjust. (L: left or R: right) Adjust the mirror up, down, in or out - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 87
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) From inside (if equipped) Press the switch. Pressing again will unfold the mirrors. Linked mirror function when reversing (if equipped) Press the - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 88
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 89
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 90
Roof lugga ge c a rrie r ∗ 1 -3 . Adjust a ble c om pone nt s (se a t s, m irrors, st e e ring w he e l) Roof rails Cross rails 1 Before driving Adjustment the position of cross rails Turn the knobs counterclockwise to loosen the cross rails. Slide the cross rails to the appropriate position - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 91
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors, steering wheel) CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 92
1 -4 . Ope ning a nd c losing t he w indow s a nd m oon roof Pow e r w indow s The power windows can be opened and closed using the following switches. Closing One-touch closing (Front windows only)* Opening One-touch opening (Front windows only)* 1 Before driving *: Pressing the switch in the - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 93
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 94
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 95
. Ope ning a nd c losing t he w indow s a nd m oon roof Pow e r ba ck w indow The power back window can be opened and closed using the switch and key. From inside One-touch closing*1,*2 Closing One-touch opening*1 Opening *1:Pressing the switch in the opposite direction will stop window travel - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 96
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 97
window switch in the one-touch closing position once again. Continue holding the switch for a further 2 seconds after the window has closed. If you release the switch while the window is moving, start again from the beginning. If the window continues to close but then re-open slightly even after - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 98
M oon roof ∗ 1 -4 . Ope ning a nd c losing t he w indow s a nd m oon roof Use the overhead switches to open, close, and tilt the moon roof up and down. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 99
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 100
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 101
1 -5 . Re fue ling Ope ning t he fue l t a nk c a p Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 102
1-5. Refueling Hang the fuel tank cap on the back of the fuel filler door. 1 Before driving Closing the fuel tank cap When installing the fuel tank cap, turn it until you hear a click. The cap will turn slightly to the opposite direction when released. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 103
1-5. Refueling - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 104
1-5. Refueling CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 105
1-5. Refueling NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 106
The vehicle's keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the engine from starting if the key has not been previously registered in light flashes after the key has been removed from the engine switch to indicate that the system is operating. The indicator light stops flashing after the registered - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 107
1-6. Theft deterrent system FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. For vehicles sold in Canada - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 108
1 -6 . T he ft de t e rre nt syst e m Ala r m The system sounds the alarm and flashes lights when forcible entry is detected. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 109
1-6. Theft deterrent system - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 110
1-6. Theft deterrent system - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 111
Sa fe t y inform a t ion Corre c t driving post ure Drive in a good posture as follows: Sit upright and well back in the seat. (→P. 50) Adjust the position of the seat forward or backward to ensure the pedals can be reached and easily depressed to the extent required. (→P. 50) Adjust the seatback - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 112
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 113
that may cause significant injury to the occupants. They work together with the seat belts to help reduce the risk of death or serious injury. SRS head and chest of the driver and front passenger from impact with interior components. SRS knee airbags Can help provide driver and front passenger - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 114
sensor assembly Front passenger's seat belt buckle switch Occupant detection system (ECU and sensors) Curtain shield airbag sensors SRS warning light and RSCA OFF indicator light RSCA OFF switch (4WD models only) Driver's seat position sensor Driver airbag Driver's seat belt buckle switch Your - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 115
assembly. The airbag sensor assembly consists of a safing sensor and an airbag sensor. In certain types of severe frontal or side impacts, the SRS airbag system triggers the airbag inflators. A chemical reaction in the inflators quickly fills the airbags with non-toxic - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 116
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 117
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 118
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 119
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 120
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 121
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 122
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 123
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 124
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 125
1-7. Safety information Deactivating the curtain shield airbags in a vehicle rollover (4WD models only) On/off (hold for a few seconds) The RSCA OFF indicator turns on. (only when the engine switch is in the ON position.) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 126
c upa nt cla ssific at ion syst e m Your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger occupant classification system. This system detects the conditions of the front passenger seat and activates or deactivates the devices for the front passenger. 1 Before driving SRS warning light Front passenger - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 127
1-7. Safety information Conditions and operation of the front passenger occupant classification system - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 128
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 129
a rear-facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat. A forward-facing child restraint system should only be installed on the front passenger seat when it is unavoidable. (→P. 132) *5: In case the indicator is not illuminated, consult this manual for installing the child restraint - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 130
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 131
require the use of child restraint systems. Points to remember Studies have shown that installing a child restraint on a rear seat is much safer than installing one to the front passenger seat. ● Choose a child restraint system that suits your vehicle and is appropriate to the age and size of the - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 132
1-7. Safety information Forward facing - Convertible seat 1 Before driving Booster seat - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 133
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 134
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 135
fe t y inform a t ion I nst a lling child re st ra int s Follow the child restraint system manufacturer's instructions. Firmly secure child restraints to the rear seats using the LATCH anchors or a seat belt. Attach the top tether strap when installing a child restraint. The lap/shoulder belt can - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 136
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 137
) Anchor brackets are provided for all of the second seats. Third seats Anchor bracket is provided for the third center seat. Installation with LATCH system (second seat only) Second seat (except center seat) Fold the seatback while pulling the lever. Return the seatback and secure it at the 1st - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 138
1-7. Safety information Second center seat (bench seat) Fold the seatback while pulling the lever. Return the seatback and be latched onto the top tether strap anchor. (→P. 144) Canada only For owners in Canada: The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connector - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 139
. Canada only If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto the top tether strap anchor. (→P. 144) For owners in Canada: The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connector - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 140
1-7. Safety information Installing child restraints using a seat belt (child restraint lock function belt) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 141
1-7. Safety information While pushing the child seat down into the rear seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until the child seat is securely in place. After the shoulder belt has retracted to a point where there is no slack in the belt, pull the belt to check that it cannot be extended. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 142
1-7. Safety information While pushing the child seat into the rear seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until the child seat is securely in place. 1 After the shoulder belt has retracted to a point where there is no slack in the belt, pull the belt to check - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 143
Safety information Removing a child restraint installed with a seat belt Push the buckle release button and fully retract the seat belt. Child restraint systems with a top tether strap Second seat Secure the child restraint using the LATCH anchors or seat belt, and adjust the head restraint to the - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 144
top tether strap. Make sure the top tether strap is securely latched. Before driving 1 Hook Top tether strap Anchor bracket Third center seat Open the anchor bracket cover. Latch the hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the top tether strap. Make sure the top tether strap is securely latched - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 145
1-7. Safety information - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 146
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 147
1-7. Safety information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 148
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s Driving t he ve hicle The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driving. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 149
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 150
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 151
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 152
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 153
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 154
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 155
2-1. Driving procedures CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 156
2-1. Driving procedures NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 157
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s Engine (ignit ion) sw it ch - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 158
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 159
2-1. Driving procedures NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 160
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s Aut om at ic t ra nsm ission Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 161
2-1. Driving procedures Changing shift ranges in S mode Shift the shift lever to the S position and operate the shift lever. Upshifting Downshifting 2 When driving The initial shift range in S - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 162
2-1. Driving procedures TOW/HAUL switch (with towing package) Use TOW/HAUL mode when pulling a trailer or hauling a heavy load. Press the TOW/HAUL switch. The indicator will come on. Press the switch once more to cancel the mode. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 163
2-1. Driving procedures - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 164
proc e dure s Tur n signa l leve r Right turn Left turn Move and hold the lever partway to signal a lane change. The right hand signal will flash until you release the lever. Move and hold the lever partway to signal a lane change. The left hand signal will flash until you release the lever. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 165
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s Pa rk ing bra ke U.S.A. Canada Set the parking brake*. (Depressing the pedal again releases the parking brake.) At this time, the indicator will come on. *: Fully depress the parking brake pedal with your left foot while depressing the brake - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 166
2 -1 . Driving proc e dure s H or n To sound the horn, press on or close to the mark. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 167
. Fuel gauge Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank. Voltmeter Displays the charge state. Engine oil pressure gauge Displays the engine oil pressure. Engine coolant temperature gauge Displays the engine coolant temperature. Odometer/trip meter switching and trip meter resetting - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 168
2-2. Instrument cluster Multi-information display →P. 179 Automatic transmission fluid temperature gauge Displays the automatic transmission fluid temperature. 170 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 169
. Fuel gauge Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank. Voltmeter Displays the charge state. Engine oil pressure gauge Displays the engine oil pressure. Engine coolant temperature gauge Displays the engine coolant temperature. Odometer/trip meter switching and trip meter resetting - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 170
. Trip meter: Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the meter was last reset. Trip meters A and B can be used to record and display different distances independently. Automatic transmission fluid temperature gauge (if equipped) Displays the automatic transmission fluid temperature - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 171
2-2. Instrument cluster Instrument panel light control The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted. Brighter Darker Vehicles with multi-information display With the dial turned fully up, the intensity of the instrument panel lights will not be reduced even when the tail lights/ - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 172
a nd w a r ning light s The indicator and warning lights on the instrument cluster and center panel inform the driver of the status of the vehicle's various systems. Instrument cluster (vehicles with multi-information display) Instrument cluster (vehicles without multi-information display) 174 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 173
2-2. Instrument cluster Center panel 2 When driving 175 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 174
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 175
2-2. Instrument cluster *1 *1 Height control N indicator (→P. 242) Height control MAN. indicator (→P. 242) *1 Height control LO indicator (→P. 242) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 176
2-2. Instrument cluster CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 177
fuel consumption and other cruising-related information. 2 ● Warning messages (→P. 613) Automatically displayed when a malfunction occurs in one of the vehicle's systems. When driving ● Odometer and trip meter display (→P. 172) Trip information Display items can be switched by pushing the INFO - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 178
the Average Fuel Economy is displayed. ● Use the displayed average fuel consumption as a reference. Current Fuel Economy Displays the current rate of fuel consumption. Distance To Empty (driving . ● When only a small amount of fuel is added to the tank, the display may not be updated. 180 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 179
it again. To reset the calculation, press the SELECT RESET button for more than 2 seconds. Average Speed Displays the average vehicle speed since the engine was started or the function was reset. The function can be reset by pushing the SELECT RESET button for more than 2 seconds when the Average - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 180
2-2. Instrument cluster Feature customization The vehicle can be customized while the vehicle is stopped. Press the SETUP button to select the item you want to customize unit. UNITS KEYLESS ENTRY FEEDBACK KEYLESS ENTRY RELOCK TIMER KEYLESS ENTRY ALL DOORS UNLOCK DOOR AUTO LOCKING DOOR AUTO - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 181
KEYLESS ENTRY ALL DOORS UNLOCK Select in this order 2 PRESSES* 1 PRESS Double switch operation to unlock all the doors Automatic door locking function Automatic door unlocking function Time period before lights turn off (if a door is opened and closed, and engine change to normal display. 183 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 182
2-2. Instrument cluster - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 183
2 -2 . I nst rum e nt c lust e r Ac c e ssor y m e t e r 2 When driving Outside temperature display Displays the outside air temperature. (→P. 478) Outside temperature and trip information display (if equipped) Displays the outside temperature and trip information. (→P. 172, 478) Clock (→P. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 184
button for more than 2 seconds. • Use the displayed average fuel consumption as a reference. ● INST (current fuel consumption) Displays the current rate of fuel consumption. ● RANGE (driving range . • When only a small amount of fuel is added to the tank, the display may not be updated. 186 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 185
2-2. Instrument cluster ● Display off - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 186
H e a dlight sw it ch The headlights can be operated manually or automatically. Type A OFF Vehicles with daytime running light system: The daytime running lights turn on. U.S.A. Canada The side marker, parking, tail, license plate, daytime running lights (if equipped) and instrument panel lights - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 187
light system: The daytime running lights turn on. U.S.A. Canada 2 The side marker, parking, tail, license plate, listed above (except daytime running lights) turn on. The headlights, daytime running lights (if equipped) and all lights listed above turn on and off automatically. (When the engine - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 188
instruments panel lights turn on and off automatically. (When the engine switch is in the ON position) The side marker, parking, tail, license plate, daytime running lights and instrument panel lights turn on. The headlights and all lights listed above (except daytime running lights) turn on. 190 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 189
panel lights turn on and off automatically. (When the engine switch is in the ON position) The side marker, parking, tail, license plate, daytime running lights and instrument panel lights turn on. The headlights and all lights listed above (except daytime running lights) turn on. 2 When driving - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 190
. Pull the lever back to the center position to turn the high beams off. Pull the lever toward you to turn on the high beams. Release the lever to turn them off. You can flash the high beams with the headlights on or off. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 191
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 192
2 -3 . Ope ra t ing t he light s a nd w ipe rs Fog light sw it ch ∗ The fog lights improve visibility in difficult driving conditions, such as in rain or fog. They can be turned on only when the headlights are on low beam. Type A OFF Front fog lights ON ∗: If equipped 194 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 193
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers Type B OFF Front fog lights ON 2 When driving 195 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 194
2 -3 . Ope ra t ing t he light s a nd w ipe rs Windshie ld w ipe rs a nd w a she r Wiper intervals can be adjusted for intermittent operation (when or is selected.) Type A Intermittent windshield wiper operation Low speed windshield wiper operation High speed windshield wiper operation Temporary - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 195
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers Washer/wiper dual operation Wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. 2 Type B When driving Intermittent windshield wiper operation Low speed windshield wiper operation High speed windshield wiper operation Temporary - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 196
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers Increases the intermittent windshield wiper frequency Decreases the intermittent windshield wiper frequency Washer/wiper dual operation Wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 197
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 198
2 -3 . Ope ra t ing t he light s a nd w ipe rs Re a r w indow w ipe r a nd w a she r Type A Intermittent window wiper operation Normal window wiper operation Washer/wiper operation Washer/wiper operation dual dual The rear window wiper operates while the washer squirts. 200 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 199
2-3. Operating the lights and wipers Type B Intermittent window wiper operation Normal window wiper operation Washer/wiper operation Washer/wiper operation dual dual 2 When driving The rear window wiper operates while the washer squirts. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 200
2 -3 . Ope ra t ing t he light s a nd w ipe rs H e a dlight cle a ne r sw it ch ∗ Washer fluid can be sprayed on the headlights. Press the switch to clean the headlights. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 201
2 -4 . U sing ot he r driving syst e m s Cruise c ont rol Use the cruise control to maintain a set speed without depressing the accelerator pedal. Indicator Cruise control switch 2 When driving - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 202
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 203
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 204
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 205
2 -4 . U sing ot he r driving syst e m s Dyna m ic la se r c ruise c ont rol ∗ Dynamic laser cruise control supplements conventional cruise control with a vehicle-to-vehicle distance control. In vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the vehicle automatically accelerates or decelerates in order - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 206
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 207
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 208
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 209
2-4. Using other driving systems Driving in vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode This mode employs a laser radar sensor to detect the presence of vehicles up to approximately 400 ft. ( - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 210
2-4. Using other driving systems Example of follow-up cruising When following a vehicle driving slower than the set speed The system continues follow-up cruising while adjusting for changes in the speed of the vehicle ahead in order to maintain the vehicle-to-vehicle distance set by the driver. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 211
control can be used as conventional cruise control if you select constant speed control mode. Press the ON-OFF button to activate the cruise control. Press the button again to deactivate the cruise control. Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode is always reset when the engine switch is turned - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 212
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2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 215
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 216
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 217
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 218
of the approximate distance between your vehicle and an obstruction by indicator and buzzer when parking the vehicle. This system uses sensors to detect obstructions. This system works when the engine switch is in the ON position and the shift lever is not in P. Back and rear corner sensors work - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 219
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 220
2-4. Using other driving systems Rear corner sensors Zone Distance shown Indicator as B in in. (mm) and buzzer Approximately 33.5 - 20.5 (850 - 520) Approximately 20.5 - 15.7 (520 - 400) Approximately 15.7 ( - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 221
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 222
2-4. Using other driving systems Sensors that operate and detection range The following diagrams show the sensor detection range. Note that sensors may not be able to detect obstacles that are extremely close to the vehicle. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 223
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 224
2-4. Using other driving systems • Tall obstacles with upper sections projecting outwards in the direction of your vehicle • A person near the vehicle (depending on the type of clothes worn) • When the bumper is damaged. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 225
This reversed image is a similar image to the one on the inside rear view mirror. Vehicles with a navigation system Refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". Vehicles without a navigation system The rear view image is displayed on the inside rear view mirror. The screen is turned off if any - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 226
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 227
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 228
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 229
2-4. Using other driving systems The distance that appears on the screen between three-dimensional objects (such as vehicles) and flat surfaces (such as the road) and the actual distance - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 230
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 231
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 232
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 233
2-4. Using other driving systems NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 234
syst e m s BSM (Blind Spot M onit or) ∗ The Blind Spot Monitor is a system that assists the driver to confirm safety when changing lanes. The system uses radar sensors to detect vehicles that are traveling in an adjacent lane in the area that is not reflected in the outside rear view mirror (the - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 235
2-4. Using other driving systems The Blind Spot Monitor system detection areas The outside rear view mirror blind spot areas that vehicles can be detected in are outlined below. The range of the detection area extends to: Approximately 11.5 ft. (3.5 m) from the side of the vehicle The first 1.6 ft. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 236
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 237
2-4. Using other driving systems ● The Blind Spot Monitor system may detect a vehicle and/or object unnecessarily under the following conditions: • When vehicle lanes are narrow and a vehicle driving 2 lanes across from your vehicle enters the detection area • When on sharp bends and a following - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 238
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 239
control switch Height control mode select switch 2 When driving Selecting vehicle height Higher Lower Vehicle height can be adjusted only when the engine is running. The height control indicator stops blinking, and comes on continuously to indicate that the mode shift is completed. ∗: If equipped - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 240
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 241
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 242
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 243
2-4. Using other driving systems NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 244
the suspension according to the road and driving conditions. Selecting an optimum driving mode allows good vehicle posture and steering wheel operation. Sport mode For winding mountain road driving or high speed driving. Normal mode For ordinary driving. Comfort mode For driving on a bumpy road - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 245
2 -4 . U sing ot he r driving syst e m s Four-w he e l drive syst e m ∗ Use the front wheel drive control switch to select the following transfer modes. *1 *2 2 When driving *1: *2: Vehicles with multi-information display Vehicles without multi-information display 2WD ( - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 246
2-4. Using other driving systems Shifting between 4H and 4L - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 247
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 248
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 249
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 250
U sing ot he r driving syst e m s AU TO LSD syst e m The AUTO LSD system aids traction by using the traction control system to control engine performance and braking when one of the rear wheels begins to spin. The system should be used only when one of the rear wheels spinning occurs in a ditch or - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 251
2-4. Using other driving systems When the AUTO LSD system is operating If the rear wheels spin, the slip indicator flashes to indicate that the AUTO LSD system has controlled the spinning of the rear wheels. 2 When driving - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 252
syst e m s Driving a ssist syst e m s To help enhance driving safety and performance, the following systems operate automatically in response to various driving situations. Be aware, however, that these systems are supplementary and should not be relied upon too heavily when operating the vehicle - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 253
systems When VSC/Trailer Sway Control/TRAC/A-TRAC are operating If the vehicle is in danger of slipping, or if the rear wheels (2WD models) or all wheels (4WD models disable VSC, Trailer Sway Control and/or TRAC (2WD models and 2WD mode on 4WD models) If the vehicle gets stuck in fresh snow or mud - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 254
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 255
, Trailer Sway Control and/or A-TRAC (4H mode on 4WD models) If the vehicle gets stuck in fresh snow or mud, VSC, Trailer Sway Control and/or A-TRAC may reduce power from the engine to the wheels. You may need to turn the system off to enable you to rock the vehicle in order - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 256
disable A-TRAC (4L mode on 4WD models) If the vehicle gets stuck in fresh snow or mud, A-TRAC may reduce power from the engine to the wheels. You may need to turn the system off to enable you to rock the vehicle in order to free it. Stop the vehicle completely, and press the - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 257
2-4. Using other driving systems - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 258
2-4. Using other driving systems CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 259
feature ● Specific design characteristics rate than other types of vehicles. ● An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better view of the road allowing you to anticipate problems . ● It is not designed for cornering at the same speeds as ordinary passenger cars any more than low-slung sports - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 260
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 261
. ● Respect private property. Get owner's permission before entering private property. ● Do not enter areas that are closed. Honor gates, barriers and signs that restrict travel. ● Stay on established roads. When conditions are wet, driving techniques should be changed or travel delayed to prevent - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 262
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 263
2-5. Driving information NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 264
unnecessary weight. Capacity and distribution Cargo capacity depends on the total weight of the occupants. (Cargo capacity) = (Total load capacity) − (Total weight of occupants) Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit- (1) Locate the statement "The combined weight of occupants and cargo should - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 265
will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. Example on your vehicle Cargo capacity Total load capacity 2 When driving When 2 people with the combined weight of A lb. (kg) are riding in your - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 266
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 267
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 268
2 -5 . Driving inform a t ion Ve hicle loa d lim it s Vehicle load limits include total load capacity, seating capacity, TWR (Trailer Weight Rating) and cargo capacity. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 269
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 270
2 -5 . Driving inform a t ion Wint e r driving t ips Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the prevailing weather conditions. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 271
2-5. Driving information - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 272
2-5. Driving information Regulations on the use of snow chains ● Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary according to location and type of road. Always check local regulations before installing chains. ● Install the chains on the rear tires. ● Retighten the chains after driving 1/4 - 1/2 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 273
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 274
, brake performance and setting, trailer brakes, the hitch and hitch systems (if equipped). To tow a trailer safely, use extreme care and drive the vehicle in accordance with your trailer's characteristics and operating conditions. Toyota warranties do not apply to damage or malfunction caused by - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 275
2-5. Driving information Towing related terms - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 276
2-5. Driving information - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 277
2-5. Driving information - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 278
on the Certification Label. ● If the gross trailer weight is over the unbraked TWR, trailer service brakes are required. ● If the gross trailer weight is over 2000 lb. (907 kg), a sway control device with sufficient capacity is required. ● If the gross trailer weight is over 5000 lb. (2268 kg - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 279
2-5. Driving information GCWR, TWR and Unbraked TWR Confirm that the gross trailer weight, gross combination weight, gross vehicle weight, gross axle weight and tongue weight are all within the limits. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 280
to the following instructions. • Tongue Weight The gross trailer weight should be distributed so that the tongue weight is 9% to 11%. (Tongue weight /Gross trailer weight x 100 = 9% to 11%) Gross trailer weight Tongue weight If using a weight distributing hitch when towing, return the front - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 281
assemblies have different weight capacities. Toyota recommends the use of Toyota hitch/bracket for your vehicle. For details, contact your Toyota dealer. ● If you wish to install a trailer hitch, contact your Toyota dealer. ● Use only a hitch that conforms to the gross trailer weight requirement of - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 282
2-5. Driving information Selecting trailer ball Use the correct trailer ball for your application. Trailer ball load rating Matches or exceeds the gross trailer weight rating of the trailer. Ball diameter Matches the size of the trailer coupler. Most couplers are stamped with the required trailer - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 283
2-5. Driving information Positions for towing hitch receiver Hitch receiver pin hole position: 46.2 in. (1172.3 mm) 2 When driving Connecting trailer lights Use the wire harness stored in the rear end under the vehicle body. 4 pin connector 4 pin, 7 pin connectors 285 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 284
2-5. Driving information - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 285
2-5. Driving information ● Disconnecting Set the height control of electronically modulated air suspension system to N mode. Set the electronically modulated air suspension system to MAN. (manual). Turn off the engine. Set the supporting leg of the trailer on the ground and raise the hitch by 4 in. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 286
not exceed the posted towing speed limit. ● Toyota recommends that the vehicle-trailer speed limit is 65 mph (104 km/h) on a flat, straight, dry road. Do not exceed this limit, the posted towing speed limit or the speed limit for your trailer as set forth in your trailer owner's manual, whichever is - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 287
. After passing a vehicle, do not forget the length of your trailer, and be sure you have plenty of room before changing lanes. ● To maintain engine braking efficiency and charging system performance when using engine braking, do not use the transmission in D. Transmission shift range position must - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 288
When restarting after parking on a slope: With the transmission in P, start the engine. On vehicles with an automatic transmission, be sure to keep the brake pedal pressed. Shift into a forward gear. If reversing, shift into R. Release the parking brake and brake pedal, and slowly pull or back away - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 289
2-5. Driving information - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 290
2-5. Driving information - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 291
2-5. Driving information If you cannot find any problems, the speed at which trailer swaying occurred is beyond the limit of your particular vehicle-trailer combination. Drive at a lower speed to prevent instability. Remember that swaying of the towing vehicle-trailer increases as speed increases. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 292
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 293
2-5. Driving information CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 294
2 -5 . Driving inform a t ion Dinghy t ow ing Your vehicle is not designed to be dinghy towed (with 4 wheels on the ground) behind a motor home. NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 295
2-5. Driving information 2 When driving 297 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 296
3 -1 . U sing t he a ir c ondit ioning syst e m a nd de fogge r Front a ir c ondit ioning syst e m Airflow and outlets are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting. Control panel Windshield defogger Driver's side temperature control dial Air conditioning ON/OFF switch Automatic - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 297
temperature setting display 3 Temperature setting display for rear passengers Driver's side temperature setting display Interior features Using the automatic mode Press . The air conditioning system will begin to operate. Air outlets and fan speed are automatically adjusted according to the - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 298
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Adjusting the settings - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 299
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 300
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger When the dial is set to flows to the feet. , air When the dial is set to , air flows to the feet and the windshield defogger operates. Recirculated air mode will automatically switch to outside air mode. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 301
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Defogging the windshield Press . The indicator comes on. The air conditioning system control operates automatically. Recirculated air mode will automatically switch to outside air mode. 3 Interior features Adjusting the position and opening - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 302
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Passenger side outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. Turn the knob to open or close the vent. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 303
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 304
3 -1 . U sing t he a ir c ondit ioning syst e m a nd de fogge r Re a r a ir c ondit ioning syst e m Airflow and outlets are automatically adjusted according to the temperature setting. Temperature setting display Automatic mode Airflow control Off Temperature control for rear passengers Fan - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 305
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Using the automatic mode Press . The indicator comes on. The air conditioning system will operate, and air outlets and fan speed will be set automatically. Press decrease it. Adjusting the settings - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 306
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger When is pressed, air flows to the upper body and feet. The indicator comes on. When is pressed, air flows to the feet. The indicator comes on. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 307
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Adjusting the position and opening and closing the air outlets Roof side outlets Direct air flow to the left or right, up or down. 3 Interior features NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 308
sing t he a ir c ondit ioning syst e m a nd de fogge r Rear w indow and outside rear view mirror defoggers ∗ These features are used to defog the rear window, and to remove raindrops, dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors. On/off Press the button to turn - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 309
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 310
. U sing t he a ir c ondit ioning syst e m a nd de fogge r Windshie ld w ipe r de -ic e r ∗ This feature is used to prevent ice from building up on the windshield and wiper blades. On/off Press the button to turn on the windshield wiper de-icer. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 311
climate remote control sw itches ∗ Some air conditioning features can be controlled using the switches on the steering wheel. Temperature control OFF Automatic mode 3 Interior features Using the automatic mode Press . The air conditioning system will operate, and air outlets and fan speed will - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 312
3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger Turning off the fan Press . 316 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 313
a udio syst e m Audio syst e m With navigation system Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". Without navigation system Type A: CD player with changer controller and AM/FM radio 3 Interior features Type B: CD player with changer - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 314
Type C: CD player with changer controller and AM/FM radio Title Using the radio Using the CD player Playing MP3 and WMA discs Operating an iPod Operating a USB memory Optimal use of the audio system Using the AUX port Using the steering wheel audio switches Page P. 321 P. 329 P. 338 P. 346 P. 352 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 315
3-2. Using the audio system Language settings (type B and C) The language used for all voice guidance, voice recognition and messages may be changed. Press Press Press Press . that corresponds to "MORE". that corresponds to "LANG". that corresponds to the desired language. 3 For vehicles sold in - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 316
3-2. Using the audio system CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 317
) or channel (SAT mode) Displaying radio text messages AM⋅SAT/FM mode buttons Scanning for receivable stations Interior features Type B and C Power Volume Station selector Changing the channel Seeking the frequency Silencing a sound Adjusting the frequency (AM, FM mode) or channel (SAT mode - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 318
Using the audio system Setting station presets (excluding XM® Satellite Radio) Search for desired stations by turning pressing "∧" or "∨" on . to or one of ) or or Press and hold a button (from until you hear a beep. Type B and C: Each time total of 6 pages. is pressed, station pages are changed - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 319
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3-2. Using the audio system --- The channel you selected is no longer available. Wait for about 2 seconds until the radio returns to the previous channel or "CH001". If it does not change automatically, select another channel. Contact the XM® Listener Care Center at 1-800-967-2346 (U.S.A.) or 1- - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 325
he a udio syst e m U sing t he CD pla ye r Type A Power Volume Random playback Repeat play Reverse Fast-forward CD eject 3 Interior features Selecting a track Playback Searching playback Displaying text messages Type B and C Power Volume CD eject Selector buttons CD load (type B only) Fast - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 326
3-2. Using the audio system Loading CDs - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 327
3-2. Using the audio system Ejecting CDs - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 328
3-2. Using the audio system Scanning tracks Press . The first ten seconds of each track will be played. To cancel, press again. Press again when the desired track is reached. Selecting a CD (type B only) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 329
3-2. Using the audio system Random playback - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 330
3-2. Using the audio system Switching the display Press Each time Type A Track no./Elapsed time → CD title → Track name. Type B and C Track title → Track name/Artist name → Track name/Elapsed time. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 331
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3-2. Using the audio system NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 333
3-2. Using the audio system NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 334
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m Pla ying M P3 a nd WM A disc s Type A Power Volume Reversing Fast-forwarding CD eject Selecting a file Selecting a folder Random playback Repeat play Displaying text messages Searching playback Playback Type B and C Power Volume Selector buttons CD eject - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 335
3-2. Using the audio system Loading and ejecting MP3 and WMA discs →P. 330 Selecting MP3 and WMA discs (type B only) →P. 331 Selecting and scanning a folder - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 336
3-2. Using the audio system Fast-forwarding and reversing files Type A Press or . Type B and C Press and hold "∧" or "∨" on . Playing and pausing files (type B and C) Press . Random playback - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 337
3-2. Using the audio system Repeat play - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 338
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3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 340
files written in any format other than those listed above may not play correctly, and their file names and folder names may not be displayed correctly. Items related to standards and limitations are as follows. • Maximum directory hierarchy: 8 levels • Maximum length of folder names/file names: 32 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 341
.wma are used for files other than MP3 and WMA files, they will be mistakenly recognized and played as MP3 and WMA files. This may result in large amounts of interference and damage to the speakers. ● Playback • To play MP3 files with steady sound quality, we recommend a fixed bit rate of 128 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 342
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m Ope rat ing a n iPod ∗ Connecting an iPod enables you to enjoy music from the vehicle speakers. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 343
3-2. Using the audio system Selecting a play mode Press menu mode. Press - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 344
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3-2. Using the audio system Fast-forwarding and reversing songs Press and hold "∧" or "∨" on Shuffle playback - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 346
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3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 348
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m Ope rat ing a U SB m e m or y ∗ Connecting a USB memory enables you to enjoy music from the vehicle speakers. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 349
3-2. Using the audio system Selecting and scanning a folder - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 350
3-2. Using the audio system Playing and pausing files Press . Fast-forwarding and reversing files Press and hold "∧" or "∨" on Random playback - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 351
3-2. Using the audio system Switching the display Press Each time . is pressed, the display changes in the following order: Track title → Track title/Artist name → Track title/Album name → Track title/Elapsed time - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 352
3-2. Using the audio system Items related to standards and limitations are as follows: • Maximum directory hierarchy: 8 levels format compresses audio data to a size smaller than that of the MP3 format. There is a limit to the MP3 and WMA file standards that can be used and to the media/formats on - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 353
Using the audio system ● File names The only files that can be recognized as MP3/WMA and played are those with the extension .mp3 or .wma. ● ID3 and WMA tags ID3 tags can be added to MP3 files, making it possible to record the track title, artist name, etc. The system rate of Interior features 357 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 354
3-2. Using the audio system CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 355
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m Opt im a l use of t he a udio syst e m Type A Adjusting the sound quality and ASL 3 Type B and C Interior features Selector buttons Selector knob Menu button 359 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 356
3-2. Using the audio system Using the audio control function - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 357
3-2. Using the audio system Type B and C Turning Mode displayed BASS MID TREB FADE adjusts the to 5 -5 to 5 F7 to R7 Low High Shifts to rear Shifts to front 3 Interior features BAL L7 to R7 Shifts to left Shifts to right *:The sound quality level is adjusted individually in each audio - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 358
3-2. Using the audio system Type B and C Press Press Press Press . that corresponds to "MORE". that corresponds to "ASL". that corresponds to the desired mode. Type B: "ON" or "OFF" Type C: " - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 359
3 -2 . U sing t he a udio syst e m U sing t he AU X por t This adapter can be used to connect a portable audio device and listen to it through the vehicle's speakers. Open the cover and connect the portable audio device. Type A 3 Type B and C Interior features Press or . 363 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 360
3-2. Using the audio system - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 361
t he st e e ring w he e l a udio sw it che s ∗ Some audio features can be controlled using the switches on the steering wheel. Increases/decreases ume vol- Radio mode: Selects radio station CD mode: chapter Turns the power on, selects an audio source 3 Interior features ∗: If equipped 365 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 362
3-2. Using the audio system Turning the power on Press when the audio system is turned off. The audio system can be turned off by holding the switch down until you hear a beep. Changing the audio source Press when the audio system is turned on. The audio source changes as follows each time the - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 363
3-2. Using the audio system Selecting a track/file or song Press to select the CD, iPod, USB /file or Press and hold "∨" or "∧" on 3 Selecting a disc in the CD player (type B only) Interior features Press to select the CD mode. until you hear a beep. Press and hold "∨" or "∧" on Selecting a - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 364
If your portable player does not support Bluetooth®, the Bluetooth® audio system will not function. Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual". Title Using the Bluetooth audio system Operating a Bluetooth enabled portable player Setting - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 365
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 366
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 367
3 -3 . U sing t he Blue t oot h® a udio syst e m U sing t he Blue t oot h ® a udio syst e m - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 368
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system Operating the system using voice commands By following the voice guidance instructions output from the speaker, voice commands enable the operation of the Bluetooth® audio system without the need to check the display or operate - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 369
heard. Select "Confirm" using a voice command or . , and say the name to Interior features A passkey is displayed and heard, and a voice guidance instruction for inputting the passkey into the portable player is heard. Input the passkey into the portable player. Refer to the manual that comes with - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 370
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system Menu list of the Bluetooth® audio system - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 371
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 372
3 -3 . U sing t he Blue t oot h® a udio syst e m Ope rat ing a Blue t oot h ® e na ble d port a ble pla ye r Power Volume Selecting an album Selector buttons Fast-forwarding and reversing/ Selecting a track Selecting a track Playback/pause Displaying text messages Playback Selecting an album - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 373
tracks Press and hold "∧" or "∨" on Switching the display Press Each time . . is pressed, the display changes in the following order: Track title → Track title/Artist name → Track title/Album name → Track title/Elapsed time 3 Using the steering wheel audio switches Interior features →P. 365 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 374
3 -3 . U sing t he Blue t oot h® a udio syst e m Se t t ing up a Blue t oot h ® e na ble d port a ble pla ye r Registering a portable player in the Bluetooth® audio system allows the system to function. The following functions can be used for registered portable players: - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 375
b. Press the talk switch and say "List Audio Players". When the name of the desired portable player is read aloud, press the talk switch. Press the talk switch and say "From Car" or "From Audio", and select "Confirm" by using a voice command or . 3 Interior features If "From Car" is selected, the - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 376
and say the new name. Select "Confirm" using a voice command or Listing the registered portable players Select "List Audio Players" using a voice command or list of registered portable players will be read aloud. When listing is complete, the system returns to "BT• A Setup". Pressing the talk switch - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 377
the number to be registered has 8 digits, pressing of the knob is not necessary. 3 Deleting a registered portable player Interior features Select "Delete Audio Player (Delete Audio)" using a voice command or . Select the portable player to be deleted by either of the following methods and select - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 378
3-3. Using the Bluetooth® audio system - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 379
3 -3 . U sing t he Blue t oot h® a udio syst e m Blue t oot h ® a udio syst e m se t up - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 380
is designed for the rear passengers to enjoy audio and DVD video separately from the front audio system. Front audio system DVD player Display Rear seat entertainment system remote controller A/V input port (→P. 409) Power outlet (→P. 483) Headphone volume control dials and headphone jacks ∗: If - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 381
3-4. Using the rear audio/video system Opening and closing the display Press the lock release button to open the display. turned off when the display is closed. However, the rear seat entertainment system is not turned off. 3 Interior features Loading a disc Insert the disc into the slot with the - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 382
3-4. Using the rear audio/video system Ejecting a disc Press and remove the disc. Turning the rear seat entertainment system power on/off - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 383
the speakers Selecting "LOCK" or "UNLOCK" for the rear seat entertainment system The rear seat entertainment system lock remains on, even when the engine switch is turned off. 3 DVD player display Interior features Headphone jacks To use headphones, connect them to the jack. To adjust the volume - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 384
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3-4. Using the rear audio/video system NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 388
3 -4 . U sing t he re a r a udio/vide o syst e m U sing t he DV D pla ye r (DV D vide o) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 389
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3-4. Using the rear audio/video system - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 391
3-4. Using the rear audio/video system - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 392
3-4. Using the rear audio/video system Turning on/off the control icon screen Press or to screen Select to return to the previous screen. For the operation of the menu screen, see the separate manual for the DVD disc. Searching for a title Press or select to display the screen to search for a - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 393
Using the rear audio/video system Changing the subtitle language Press or select to display the subtitle language screen. Each time is pressed or is selected, another language stored on the disc is selected. Select to return to the previous screen. 3 Changing the audio language Interior features - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 394
3-4. Using the rear audio/video system Changing the angle Press or select to display the screen to change the angle. Each time is pressed or is selected, the angle changes. Select to return to the previous screen. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 395
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3-4. Using the rear audio/video system ● Multi-angle feature: Allows you to enjoy the same scene at different angles. ● Multi-language feature: Allows you to select the language of the subtitles and audio. ● Region codes: Region codes are provided on DVD players and DVD discs. If the - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 397
3 -4 . U sing t he re a r a udio/vide o syst e m U sing t he DV D pla ye r (vide o CD) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 398
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3-4. Using the rear audio/video system - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 400
3 -4 . U sing t he re a r a udio/vide o syst e m U sing t he DV D pla ye r (a udio CD/CD t ex t ) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 401
3-4. Using the rear audio/video system Search playback - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 402
3 -4 . U sing t he re a r a udio/vide o syst e m U sing t he DV D pla ye r (M P3 disc s) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 403
3-4. Using the rear audio/video system Random playback - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 404
3-4. Using the rear audio/video system - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 405
Press or the video mode. to select Before switching to the video mode, connect the audio source to the A/V input port. Using the A/V input port 3 Open the cover. The A/V input port is composed of 3 input adapters. Yellow: Image input adapter White: Left channel audio input adapter Red: Right - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 406
3-4. Using the rear audio/video system NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 407
display screen. or select the initial to setting The following settings can be customized here. ● Audio language ● Subtitle language ● DVD language ● Angle mark ● Parental lock 3 Changing the audio language Select . Select the language you want to hear, and press input it. or to - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 408
Using the rear audio/video system Select if you cannot find the language you would like to hear. Enter the appropriate 4-digit language code. (→P. 416) Select a number, and press or to input it. If a code that is not in the list is entered, "Incorrect Code" will appear on the screen. Changing - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 409
system Changing the DVD language Select . Select the language you would like to hear and press to input it. or Select if you cannot find the language you would like to hear. Enter the appropriate 4-digit language code. (→P. 416) Select a number, and press or to input it. 3 Interior features - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 410
the rear audio/video system Setting viewer restriction levels Setting a personal code allows the viewer restriction to be used. Select . Enter a personal code and press or . The setting cannot be changed unless a personal code is entered. When you forget a personal code, initialize a personal - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 411
3-4. Using the rear audio/video system Setting the display mode Pressing changes the display mode sequentially as follows: Normal → Wide 1 → Wide 2 Returning to the previous screen 3 Select to return to the previous screen. Interior features 415 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 412
3-4. Using the rear audio/video system - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 413
3-4. Using the rear audio/video system Code 0721 0801 0809 0818 0821 0825 0901 0905 0911 0914 0919 0923 1001 1009 1023 1101 Polish Pashto, Pushto Quechua Rhaeto-Romance Kirundi Romanian Kinyarwanda Sanskrit Sindhi Sangho Serbo-Croatian Sinhalese Slovak Slovenian Samoan 3 Interior features 417 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 414
3-4. Using the rear audio/video system Code 1914 1915 1917 1918 1919 1920 1921 1923 2001 2005 2007 2008 2009 2011 2012 Language Shona Somali Albanian Serbian Siswati Sesotho Sundanese Swahili Tamil Telugu Tajik Thai Tigrinya Turkmen Tagalog Code 2014 2015 2018 2019 2020 2023 2111 2118 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 415
) features ∗ This system supports Bluetooth®, which allows you to make or receive calls without using cables to connect a cellular phone and the system, and without operating the cellular phone. Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to the "Navigation System Owner's Manual - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 416
3-5. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) Title Using the hands-free phone system - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 417
3-5. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 418
3-5. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 419
3 -5 . U sing t he ha nds-fre e phone syst e m (for c e llula r phone ) U sing t he ha nds-fre e phone syst e m - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 420
3-5. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 421
guidance volume cannot be adjusted using this button. On-hook switch Turns the hands-free system off/ends a call/refuses a call Off-hook switch Turns the hands-free system on/starts a call Talk switch Turns the voice command system on (press)/turns the voice command system off (press and hold) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 422
3-5. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) Operating the system by using a voice command By following the voice guidance instructions output from the speaker, voice commands enable the operation of the hands-free phone system without the need to check the display or operate - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 423
to the hands-free phone system and Bluetooth® audio system at the same time Select "Internal Audio (Int. Audio)" using a voice command or . Select "Confirm" by using a voice command or . Interior features A passkey is displayed and heard, and a voice guidance instruction for inputting the passkey - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 424
3-5. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) Menu list of the hands-free phone system - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 425
phone to be used Changing the passkey Setting the hands-free power on/off Setting voice guidance volume Displaying device information Initialization 3 "Security" "Phonebook Lock" "Phonebook Unlock" "Pair Phone" "Change Name" "Delete Phone" "Setup" "Phone Setup" Interior features "List phones - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 426
3-5. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 427
3-5. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 428
3 -5 . U sing t he ha nds-fre e phone syst e m (for c e llula r phone ) M a k ing a phone c a ll - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 429
and say "List names". Press the talk switch while the desired name is being read aloud. Dial by one of the following methods: a. Press the off-hook switch. b. Press the talk switch and say "Dial". 3 c. Select "Dial" by using Speed dialing Press the off-hook switch. . Interior features Press the - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 430
phone) Transferring a call A call can be transferred between the cellular phone and system while dialing, receiving a call, or during a call. Use one of the following methods: a. Operate the cellular phone. Refer to the manual that comes with the cellular phone for the operation of the phone - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 431
hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) The following operations can be performed: Dialing: Press the off-hook switch or select "Dial" by using a voice command or . Storing the number in the phone book: Select "Store" by using a voice command or . . Deleting: Select "Delete" by using a voice - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 432
3 -5 . U sing t he ha nds-fre e phone syst e m (for c e llula r phone ) Se t t ing a c e llula r phone Registering a cellular phone in the hands-free phone system allows the system to function. The following functions can be used for registered cellular phones: - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 433
switch and say "List phones". While the name of the desired cellular phone is being read aloud, press the talk switch. Pattern B Select the cellular phone to be used by using Changing a registered name Select "Change Name" by using a voice command or . . 3 . Interior features Select the name of - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 434
cellular phone) Select "Confirm" by using a voice command or Listing the registered cellular phones Selecting "List Phones" by using a voice command or . causes the list of registered cellular phones to be read aloud. When listing is complete, the system returns to "Phone Setup". Pressing the - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 435
the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) Changing the passkey Select "Set Passkey" by using a voice command or . Press the talk switch, say a 4 to 8-digit number, and select "Confirm" by using a voice command or The number should be input 1 digit at a time. . When the entire number to - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 436
3 -5 . U sing t he ha nds-fre e phone syst e m (for c e llula r phone ) Se c urit y a nd syst e m se t up To enter the menu of each setting, follow the steps below: - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 437
3-5. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 438
cellular phone) Displaying the Bluetooth® device address and name Select "Device Name" using Turn name. Select "Go Back" using Initialization Select "Initialize" and then "Confirm" by using Select "Confirm" by using . . to return to "System Setup". . to display the Bluetooth® device address and - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 439
" → 2. "Change Name" ● Deleting registered data 1. "Phonebook" → 2. "Delete Entry" ● Deleting speed dial 1. "Phonebook" → 2. "Delete Speed Dial" ● Listing the registered data 1. "Phonebook" → 2. "List Names" 3 Interior features Adding a new phone number The following methods can be used to add - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 440
3-5. Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular phone) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 441
system (for cellular phone) Selecting a phone number from outgoing or incoming call history STEP2-1 Select "Call History" by using a voice command or . STEP2-2 Select "Outgoing" or "Incoming" by using " by using a voice command. b. Select the desired data by using . Interior features 3 Select - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 442
a voice command or . b. Press the talk switch, and say "List names". While the desired name is being read aloud, press the talk switch, and select "Confirm" by using a voice command or c. Select the desired data by using . . Select the desired preset button, and register the data into speed dial - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 443
or . b. Press the talk switch, and say "List names". While the desired name is being read aloud, press the talk switch and select "Confirm" by using a voice command or c. Select the desired name by using Select "Record Name" with . . 3 Interior features or the talk switch. Say a new name, and - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 444
be read aloud. When listing is complete, the system returns to "Phonebook". Pressing the talk switch while the desired data is being read aloud selects the data, and the following functions will be available Dialing: "Dial" Changing a registered name: "Change Name" Deleting an entry: "Delete Entry - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 445
entry system to assist in entering the vehicle. Due to the function of the system, the lights shown in the following illustration automatically turn on/off according to whether the doors are locked/unlocked, whether the doors are opened/closed, and the engine switch position. 3 Interior features - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 446
3-6. Using the interior lights Personal/interior light main switch - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 447
3-6. Using the interior lights Personal/interior lights Personal/interior lights - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 448
3-6. Using the interior lights Personal/interior lights and interior light Type B On/off - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 449
3 -7 . U sing t he st ora ge fe a t ure s List of st ora ge fe at ure s 3 Interior features Overhead console Glove boxes Auxiliary boxes Bottle holders Cup holders Rear console box (if equipped) Cup holder (if equipped) Front console box Card holder Map - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 450
3-7. Using the storage features Glove boxes CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 451
3-7. Using the storage features Glove boxes and coin holder Pull the lever up. CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 452
3-7. Using the storage features Front console box Front console box Pull the knob up and lift the lid. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 453
3-7. Using the storage features Front console box - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 454
3-7. Using the storage features Card holder Card holder Pull the knob up and lift the lid. CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 455
3-7. Using the storage features Map holder Map holder Center console Push the tab down to release the lock. Remove the lid. Stow the lid. 3 Interior features CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 456
3-7. Using the storage features Map holder Front console box Pull the knob up and lift the lid. CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 457
3-7. Using the storage features Pen holder Pen holder Pull the knob up and lift the lid. 3 Interior features CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 458
3-7. Using the storage features Tissue pocket Tissue pocket Pull the knob up and lift the lid. CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 459
3-7. Using the storage features Rear console box Rear console box (if equipped) Upper box Push the knob and lift the lid. Lower box Pull the knob up and lift the upper box. 3 Interior features 463 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 460
3-7. Using the storage features Rear console box - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 461
3-7. Using the storage features Rear console box - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 462
3-7. Using the storage features Rear console box and overhead console CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 463
3-7. Using the storage features Overhead console Type B Push the knob forward to open the console. CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 464
3-7. Using the storage features Cup holders Cup holders Front Front console box Pull the lid down. Rear 468 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 465
3-7. Using the storage features Cup holders Rear console box (if equipped) Attach the separator when using either console box as a cup holder. Both cup holders cannot be used at the same time. 3 Interior features - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 466
3-7. Using the storage features Cup holders Pull the cup holder up. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 467
3-7. Using the storage features Cup holders - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 468
3-7. Using the storage features Cup holders and bottle holders CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 469
3-7. Using the storage features Bottle holders and auxiliary boxes Rear NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 470
3-7. Using the storage features Auxiliary boxes Rear Pull the lid up. Rear console box (if equipped) Pull the lever up to release the lock. Pull the handle. CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 471
3 -8 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Sun visors - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 472
3 -8 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Va nit y m irrors Vehicles without vanity light Open the cover. Vehicles with vanity light Open the cover. The light turns on when the cover is opened. Adjust the brightness of the light. 476 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 473
3 -8 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Clock Adjusts the hours. Adjusts the minutes. 3 Interior features - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 474
unit of measurement is displayed. Vehicles with multi-information display: With the customized unitchange operation for the multiinformation display, the unit of measurement can be changed. (→P. 185) 478 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 475
3-8. Other interior features - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 476
3 -8 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Por t a ble a sht ra y The ashtray can be installed in a cup holder. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 477
3 -8 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Ciga re t t e light e r Push the cigarette lighter. The cigarette lighter will pop up when it is ready for use. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 478
3 -8 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Conve rsat ion m ir ror Push the lid. The mirror can be adjusted by pushing the mirror edge. CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 479
3 -8 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Pow e r out le t s The power outlet can be used for a following component. 12 V: Accessories that run on less than 10 A. 120 V AC: Accessories that use less than 100 W. Instrument panel (12 V) 3 Interior features 483 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 480
3-8. Other interior features Inside the front console box (12 V) Pull the knob up to release the lock. Lift the lid. Back of the front console box (12 V)*1 *1 : Vehicles without rear seat entertainment system 484 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 481
3-8. Other interior features Back of the front console box (120 V AC)*2 Power outlet socket Luggage compartment (12 V) 3 Interior features *2: Vehicles with rear seat entertainment system - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 482
3-8. Other interior features CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 483
3-8. Other interior features NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 484
3-8. Other interior features NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 485
3 -8 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Se at he at e rs ∗ - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 486
3-8. Other interior features - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 487
3-8. Other interior features CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 488
3 -8 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Se at he at e rs a nd ve nt ilat ors ∗ Blows air from the seats The indicator comes on. The higher the number, the stronger the airflow becomes. Heats the seats The indicator comes on. The higher the number, the warmer the seats become. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 489
3-8. Other interior features CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 490
s Ar m re st s ∗ Separated seat Adjusting to the desired angle: Lower the armrest from the highest position to the lowest position. Raise the armrest to the desired angle. Unlock the armrest: Lift the armrest to raise it to the highest position. Bench seat Pull the armrest down for use. NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 491
3 -8 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Re a r side sunsha de s ∗ Rear door window Pull the tab up. Hook the sunshade onto the anchors. To lower the sunshade, pull the tab slightly to unhook the shade, and lower it slowly. 3 Interior features ∗: If equipped 495 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 492
3-8. Other interior features Rear quarter window Pull the tab up. Hook the sunshade onto the anchors. To lower the sunshade, pull the tab slightly to unhook the shade, and lower it slowly. NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 493
3 -8 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Se at ba ck t a ble ∗ Front passenger's seatback can be used as a temporary table only when the vehicle is stopped. Fold down the front passenger's seat to use the seatback table. (→P. 52) 3 CAUTION Interior features - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 494
. Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Floor m at Use only floor mats designed specifically for vehicles of the same model and model year as your vehicle. Fix them securely in place onto the carpet. Insert the retaining hooks (clips) into the floor mat eyelets. * Turn the upper knob of each retaining - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 495
3-8. Other interior features CAUTION Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may cause the driver's floor mat to slip, possibly interfering with the pedals while driving. An unexpectedly high speed may result or it may become difficult to stop the vehicle, leading - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 496
3 -8 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Lugga ge c om pa r t m e nt fe at ure s - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 497
3-8. Other interior features - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 498
3-8. Other interior features - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 499
3-8. Other interior features - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 500
3-8. Other interior features CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 501
operate garage doors, gates, entry doors, door locks, home lighting systems, security systems, and other devices. The garage door opener (HomeLink® Universal Transceiver) is manufactured under license from HomeLink®. Programming the HomeLink® (for U.S.A. owners) The HomeLink® compatible transceiver - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 502
3-8. Other interior features Press and hold down one of the buttons on the HomeLink® and the button on the transmitter. When the indicator on the HomeLink® changes from a slow to a rapid flash, you can release both buttons. If the HomeLink® indicator comes on but does not flash, or flashes rapidly - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 503
3-8. Other interior features - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 504
3-8. Other interior features Test the operation of the HomeLink® by pressing the newly programmed button. Check to see if the gate/device operates correctly. Repeat the steps above to program another device for each of the remaining HomeLink® buttons. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 505
3-8. Other interior features Erasing the entire HomeLink® memory (all three programs) Press and hold down the 2 outside buttons for 10 seconds until the indicator flashes. If you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase the programs stored in the HomeLink® memory. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 506
3-8. Other interior features - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 507
3 -8 . Ot he r int e rior fe a t ure s Com pa ss ∗ The compass on the inside rear view mirror indicates the direction in which the vehicle is heading. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 508
3-8. Other interior features - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 509
3-8. Other interior features - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 510
3-8. Other interior features - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 511
3-8. Other interior features NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 512
3-8. Other interior features 516 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 513
the vehicle body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt and dust. Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a chamois. ● For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thoroughly with water. ● Wipe away any water. ● Wax the vehicle when the waterproof - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 514
4-1. Maintenance and care - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 515
4 -1 . M a int e na nc e a nd c a re Cle a ning a nd prot e c t ing t he ve hicle int e rior The following procedures will help protect your vehicle's interior and keep it in top condition: - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 516
4-1. Maintenance and care - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 517
4-1. Maintenance and care NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 518
4 -2 . M a int e na nc e M a int e na nc e re quire m e nt s To ensure safe and economical driving, day-to-day care and regular maintenance are essential. It is the owner's responsibility to perform regular checks. Toyota recommends the following maintenance. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 519
4-2. Maintenance - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 520
Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement". It is recommended that any problem you notice should be brought to the attention of your Toyota dealer or qualified service shop for advice. Engine compartment Items Battery Brake fluid Engine coolant Engine oil Exhaust system Power steering - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 521
interior Loss of brake effectiveness? • Spongy feeling brake pedal? • Pedal almost touches floor? • Move smoothly and lock securely? • Function properly? • Do all an incline? • Does the seat belt system operate smoothly? • Are the belts undamaged? • Do the seat controls operate properly? • Moves - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 522
4-2. Maintenance Vehicle exterior Items Doors Engine hood Fluid leaks Check points • Operate smoothly? • The lock system works properly? • Is there any leakage after parking? Tire • Inflation pressure is correct? • Tire surfaces not worn or damaged? • Tires rotated according to the maintenance - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 523
4 -2 . M a int e na nc e Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs Some states have vehicle emission inspection programs which include OBD (On Board Diagnostics) checks. The OBD system monitors the operation of the emission control system. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 524
mixed with 55% coolant and 45% deionized water. • Toyota Genuine Motor Oil or equivalent • Rag or paper towel • Funnel (used only for adding oil) • Fuse with same amperage rating as original 4 Engine coolant level (→P. 539) Maintenance and care Engine oil level (→P. 535) Fuses (→P. 568) 529 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 525
(→P. 580) Power steering fluid level (→P. 543) Radiator and condenser (→P. 541) Tire inflation pressure (→P. 556) • Tire pressure gauge • Compressed air source • Water • Washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use) • Funnel (used only for adding washer fluid) Washer fluid (→P. 547) 530 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 526
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury observe the following precautions. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 527
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 528
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e H ood Release the lock from the inside of the vehicle to open the hood. Pull the hood lock release lever. The hood will pop up slightly. Pull up the hood catch lever and lift the hood. 4 Maintenance and care CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 529
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e Engine c om pa r t m e nt Washer fluid tank (→P. 547) Engine oil level dipstick (→P. 535) Engine coolant reservoir (→P. 539) Engine oil filler cap (→P. 536) Brake fluid reservoir (→P. 541) Fuse box Battery Radiator Condenser (→P. 568) (→P. 544) (→P. 541) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 530
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Engine oil With the engine at operating temperature and turned off, check the oil level on the dipstick. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 531
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 532
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 533
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 534
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Engine coolant The coolant level is satisfactory if it is between the FULL and LOW lines on the reservoir when the engine is cold. Reservoir cap FULL LOW If the level is on or below the LOW line, add coolant up to the FULL line. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 535
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 536
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Radiator and condenser Check the radiator and condenser and clear any foreign objects. If either of the above parts are extremely dirty or you are not sure of their condition, have your vehicle checked by your Toyota dealer. CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 537
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 538
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Power steering fluid - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 539
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 540
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 541
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 542
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Washer fluid Add washer fluid in the following situations. ● Any washer does not work. ● The low washer fluid warning light comes on. ● The warning message appears on the multi-information display. (if equipped) Open the lid. 4 Add washer fluid. Maintenance and - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 543
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 544
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e T ire s Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance schedules and treadwear. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 545
are installed, new tire pressure warning valve and transmitter ID codes must be registered in the tire pressure warning computer and tire pressure warning system must be initialized. Have tire pressure warning valve and transmitter ID codes registered by your Toyota dealer. (→P. 551) Initializing - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 546
3 times. Wait for several minutes with the engine switch on, and then turn the engine switch to the ACC or LOCK position. Registering ID codes The tire pressure warning valve and transmitter is equipped with a unique ID code. When replacing a tire pressure warning valve and transmitter, it is - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 547
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 548
-yourself maintenance 3 Snow tires For driving on snow-covered roads or icy roads, we recommend using snow tires. If you need snow tires, select tires of the same size, construction and load capacity as the originally installed tires. Since your vehicle has radial tires as original equipment, make - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 549
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 550
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 551
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e T ire inflat ion pre ssure - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 552
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 553
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 554
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 555
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e Whe e ls If a wheel is bent, cracked or heavily corroded, it should be replaced. Otherwise, the tire may separate from the wheel or cause loss of handling control. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 556
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 557
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 558
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e Air c ondit ioning filt e r The air conditioning filter must be cleaned or changed regularly to maintain air conditioning efficiency. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 559
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Remove the filter cover. Pull the filter out of the filter outlet. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 560
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 561
4 -3 . Do-it -yourse lf m a int e na nc e Wire le ss re m ot e c ont rol bat t e r y Replace the battery with a new one if it is discharged. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 562
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 563
off. The fuses are located in the following places. To check the fuses, follow the instructions below. Engine compartment Push the tab in and lift the lid off. Under the instrument panel Remove the lid. After a system failure, see "Fuse layout and amperage ratings" (→P. 571) for details about - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 564
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Remove the fuse with the pullout tool. 4 Maintenance and care 569 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 565
A Normal fuse Blown fuse Replace it with one of an appropriate amperage rating. The amperage rating can be found on the fuse box lid. Type B Normal fuse Blown fuse Replace it with one of an appropriate amperage rating. The amperage rating can be found on the fuse box lid. Type C Normal fuse Blown - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 566
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Fuse layout and amperage ratings - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 567
electric throttle control system Gauges and meters Audio system, rear view monitor, navigation system, rear seat entertainment system Audio system, rear view monitor, navigation system, rear seat entertainment system 15 STOP 15 A 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 TOW BRK IMB AM2 TOWING AI-HTR ALT-S TURN - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 568
back door, gateway ECU Interior lights, personal lights, vanity lights, engine switch light, foot light, door courtesy lights, accessory meter, power back door, power third seat Left-hand headlight (high beam) Left-hand headlight (low beam) Multiport fuel injection system/ sequential multiport fuel - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 569
system Starting system Air conditioning system AM1, TAIL, PANEL, ACC, CIG, LHIG, 4WD, ECU-IG NO.1, BK/UP LP, SEAT-HTR, A/C IG, ECU-IG NO.2, WSH, WIPER, OBD, A/C, TI&TE, FR P/SEAT RH, MIR, DR/LCK, FR P/SEAT LH, CARGO LP, PWR OUTLET, POWER NO.1 fuses LH-J/B, HTR, SUB BATT, TOW BRK, STOP, FOG, TOW - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 570
-yourself maintenance Fuse 56 A/PUMP NO.2 Ampere 50 A Circuit Multiport fuel injection system/ sequential multiport fuel injection system HEAD LL, HEAD RL, HEAD LH, HEAD RH fuses 57 * MAIN 40 A : Replace the fuse with one of the same ampere rating as the original. 4 Maintenance and care 575 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 571
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 572
Circuit Anti-lock brake system, vehicle stability control system, multiplex communication system, intuitive parking assist system, power front driver's seat, power tilt and power telescopic, shift lock, tire pressure warning system, accessory meter, trailer towing, power outlet, electric moon - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 573
, audio system, rear view monitor, navigation system, rear seat entertainment system, gauges and meters, air conditioning system, seat heater or heated and ventilated switches, BSM main switch Accessory meter, audio system, rear seat entertainment system, rear view monitor, navigation system, back - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 574
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 575
replace the following bulbs yourself. The difficulty level of replacement varies depending on the bulb. If necessary bulb replacement seems difficult to perform, contact your Toyota dealer. For more information about replacing other light bulbs, contact your - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 576
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 577
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Turn the bulb base counterclockwise. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 578
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 579
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 580
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Remove the light bulb. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 581
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 582
maintenance Left side (vehicles with speaker in the luggage) Open the back door and remove the cover. To protect the cover, place a rag between the flathead screwdriver or equivalent and cover as shown in the illustrations. Turn the bulb bases counterclockwise. Stop/tail and rear side marker - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 583
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Tail lights, back-up lights Remove the covers. (vehicles with power back door only) To protect the cover, place a rag between the flathead screwdriver or equivalent and cover as shown in the illustrations. Remove the nuts. Remove the rear combination light assembly - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 584
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Turn the bulb base counterclockwise. Tail light Back-up light Remove the light bulb. Tail light Back-up light 4 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 585
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance Remove the light bulb. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 586
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 587
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance 592 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 588
5 -1 . Esse nt ia l inform a t ion Em e rge ncy fla she rs Use the emergency flashers if the vehicle malfunctions or is involved in an accident. Press the switch to flash all the turn signal lights. To turn them off, press the switch once again. NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 589
on the ground must be in good condition. If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flat bed truck. Before towing The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact your Toyota dealer before towing. ● The engine is running, but the vehicle will not move. ● The vehicle makes an - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 590
5-1. Essential information Type B Towing eyelet - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 591
5-1. Essential information NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 592
5-1. Essential information Towing with a wheel lift-type truck from the front Use a towing dolly under the rear wheels. NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 593
5-1. Essential information 4WD models When not using a towing dolly, turn the engine switch to the ACC position, shift the shift lever to N and put the front wheel drive control switch in 2WD. NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 594
by a flat bed truck, it should be tied down at the locations shown in the illustration. Front Vehicles without 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 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 595
5 -1 . Esse nt ia l inform a t ion I f you t hink som e t hing is w rong If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 596
the risk of fuel leakage when the engine stalls or an airbag inflates upon collision, the fuel pump shut off system stops supplying fuel to the engine. Follow the procedure below to restart the engine after the system is activated. Turn the engine switch to the ACC or LOCK position. Restart - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 597
the vehicle may be dangerous. The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake system. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. Warning light Warning light/Details Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)* • Low brake fluid • Malfunction in the - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 598
engine control system; • The electronic throttle control system; • The electronic automatic transmission control system; 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 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 599
power steering system. *4 Follow the correction procedures. After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem, check that . 5 Check that all doors are closed. When trouble arises (On the instrument cluster) Driver's seat belt reminder light (warning buzzer)*2 Warns the driver - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 600
the system checked by your Toyota dealer. When the light comes on after blinking for 1 minute: Malfunction in the tire pressure warning system (→P. 609) Low fuel level warning light Low level of fuel. *4 Refuel the vehicle. Low washer fluid warning light Low level of washer fluid. Fill the tank - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 601
light comes on and flashes to indicate that the master warning system has detected a malfunction. Correction procedure *4 If necessary, perform the maintenance data after the maintenance is performed. (→P. 524) 5 When trouble arises *5 →P. 613 *1 : Open door warning buzzer: The buzzer sounds - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 602
Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 20 more seconds. *4 *5 *6 : Vehicles without multi-information display : Vehicles with multi-information display : Refer to the separate "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement" for the - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 603
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 604
in an emergency ● If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, in particular around the wheels or wheel housings. ● If non-genuine Toyota wheels are used. (Even if you use Toyota wheels, the tire pressure warning system may not work properly with some types of tires.) ● If tire chains are - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 605
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 606
the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS (tire pressure warning system) malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 607
lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. Warning message Details 5 When trouble arises (Flashing) Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high A buzzer also sounds. Indicates that the automatic transmission fluid temperature - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 608
the correction procedures. After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem, check that the warning light turns off. Warning message Details Indicates that one or more of the doors is not fully closed. The system also indicates which doors are not fully closed. flashes and a buzzer - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 609
A buzzer also sounds intermittently. Correction procedure Closed the back door. Release the parking brake. (Flashing) Indicates that the washer fluid level is low. A buzzer also sounds. Add washer fluid. 5 When trouble arises Indicates that all maintenance according to the driven distance on - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 610
(→P. 524) Fill up the tank as soon as possible. (if equipped) Indicates that the laser radar sensor is dirty or covered with ice. A buzzer also sounds. Clean the sensor. (if equipped) Indicates that the dynamic laser cruise control system is unable to - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 611
press the button again to reactivate the system. (if equipped) Indicates that the Blind Spot Monitor system is malfunction. A buzzer also sounds. 5 When trouble arises * : Refer to the separate "Scheduled Maintenance Guide" or "Owner's Manual Supplement" for the maintenance interval applicable - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 612
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 613
5 -2 . St e ps t o t a k e in a n e m e rge nc y I f you have a flat t ire Remove the flat tire and replace it with the spare provided. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 614
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Taking out the jack and tool bag Pull the deck board up. Remove the cover and loosen the strap. Remove the tools. Tighten Loosen 620 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 615
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Taking out the spare tire Remove the cover. Assemble the jack handle extension as shown. Insert the end of the jack handle extension into the lowering screw and turn it counterclockwise. 5 When trouble arises 621 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 616
the holding bracket. Replacing a flat tire Chock the tires. Wheel chock positions Behind the rear righthand side tire Behind the rear lefthand side tire In front of the front right-hand side tire In front of the front left-hand side tire Flat tire Lefthand side Front Righthand side Lefthand side - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 617
is positioned on a level and solid place. Raise the vehicle until the tire is slightly raised off the ground. 5 When trouble arises Remove all the wheel nuts and the tire. When resting the tire on the ground, place the tire so that the wheel design faces up to avoid scratching the wheel surface - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 618
foreign matter is on the wheel contact surface, the wheel nuts may loosen while the vehicle is in motion, and the tire may come off the vehicle. Install the tire and loosely tighten each wheel nut by hand by approximately the same amount. Tapered portion Tighten the nuts until the tapered portion - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 619
N·m, 21.3 kgf·m)* * : When used on aluminum wheel, apply 97 ft·lbf (131 N·m, 13.4 kgf·m) Stowing the flat tire, jack and all tools Remove the center the illustration. Holding bracket Claw When trouble arises Then secure the tire, taking care that the tire goes straight up without catching on any - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 620
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 621
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 622
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 623
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 624
5 -2 . St e ps t o t a k e in a n e m e rge nc y I f t he e ngine w ill not st a r t If the engine still does not start after following the correct starting procedure (→P. 159) or releasing the steering lock (→P. 160), confirm the following points. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 625
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 626
shifted with your foot on the brake, there may be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent accidental operation of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately. The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that the shift lever - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 627
5 -2 . St e ps t o t a k e in a n e m e rge nc y I f you lose your ke ys New genuine Toyota keys can be made by your Toyota dealer using one of the master keys and the key number stamped on your key number plate. (→P. 32) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 628
ps t o t a k e in a n e m e rge nc y I f t he ve hicle bat t e r y is discha rge d The following procedures may be used to start the engine if the vehicle's battery is discharged. You can call your Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop. If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 629
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency Once the vehicle's engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the exact reverse order in which they were connected. Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 630
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 631
to see if the cooling fan is operating. If the fan is operating: Wait until the temperature of the engine (shown on the instrument cluster) begins to fall and then stop the engine. If the fan is not operating: Stop the engine immediately and call your local Toyota dealer. 5 When trouble arises 637 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 632
and under the vehicle. Note that water draining from the air conditioning is normal if it has been used. Add engine coolant if required. Water can be used in an emergency if engine coolant is unavailable. (→P. 650) Have the vehicle checked at your nearest Toyota dealer as soon as possible. 638 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 633
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 634
brake and put the shift lever in P. Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire. Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide traction under the tires. Restart the engine. Turn off the VSC. (→P. 255, 257) Shift the shift lever to D or R and carefully apply the accelerator - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 635
impossible to stop the vehicle in the normal way, stop the vehicle using the following procedure: Steadily step on the brake pedal with both feet slowing down, stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road. Stop the engine. If the shift lever cannot be shifted to N Keep depressing the brake pedal - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 636
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency CAUTION - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 637
6 -1 . Spe c ific a t ions M a int e na nc e dat a (fue l, oil leve l, e t c .) Dimensions Overall length Overall width 205.1 in. (5210 mm) 79.9 in. (2030 mm) Without roof rails 74.6 in. (1895 mm) With roof rails 77.0 in. (1955 mm) 122.0 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 638
Specifications Weight Model code*1 UPK60L-GKTSKA UPK60L-GKTLKA UPK65L-GKTSKA UPK65L-GKTLKA USK60L-GKTSKA USK60L-GKTLKA USK60L-GKTZKA USK65L-GKTSKA USK65L-GKTLKA USK65L-GKTZKA Driving system Engine Vehicle capacity weight (Occupants+luggage) TWR* (Trailer weight + cargo) 4.6L V8 (1UR-FE) engine - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 639
6-1. Specifications Vehicle identification - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 640
6-1. Specifications - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 641
) Automatic adjustment Bore and stroke Displacement Drive belt tension Fuel Engine Fuel type Octane rating (Unleaded gasoline) Ethanol percentage (E85) Fuel tank capacity (Reference) Gasoline engine Unleaded gasoline only Flex-fuel engine Unleaded gasoline, E85, or a blend of the two fuels 87 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 642
6-1. Specifications Lubrication system Oil capacity (Drain and refill-reference) With filter Without filter 7.9 qt. (7.5 L, 6.6 Imp.qt.) 7.4 qt. (7.1 L, 6.2 Imp.qt.) - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 643
and Approval Committee) Certification Mark is added to some oil containers to help you select the oil you should use. Cooling system 4.6 L V8 (1UR-FE) engine Capacity 5.7 L V8 (3UR-FE, 3UR-FBE) engine 15.6 qt. (14.8 L, 13.0 Imp. qt.) Vehicles without towing package 14.5 qt. (13.7 L, 12.0 Imp.qt - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 644
6-1. Specifications Ignition system Spark plug Make Gap DENSO SK20HR11 0.043 in. (1.1 mm) NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 645
Gear Oil" or an equivalent of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your Toyota dealer for further details. Automatic transmission 2WD models 11.6 qt. (11.0 L, 9.7 Imp.qt.) 4WD models 11.3 qt. (10.7 L, 9.4 Imp.qt.) Fluid capacity* 4.6 L V8 (1UR-FE) engine 5.7 L V8 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 646
Transfer (4WD models) Oil capacity Oil type Recommended oil viscosity 1.43 qt. (1.35 L, 1.19 Imp.qt.) Gear oil API GL-5 SAE 75W-90 Brakes Pedal clearance *1 Pedal free play Brake pad wear limit Parking brake lining wear limit Parking brake pedal travel *2 Fluid type kgf) with the engine running - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 647
wheels: 97 ft·lbf (131 N·m, 13.4 kgf·m) Tire inflation pressure (Recommended cold tire inflation pressure) Wheel size Wheel nut torque Type B Tire size P275/55R20 111H, P255/70R18 112T (spare tire) Front tires: 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm2 or bar) Rear tires: 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2 or bar - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 648
turn signal lights Stop/tail and rear side marker lights Tail lights Back-up lights License plate lights Outer foot light Vanity lights Personal/interior lights Front Interior Center Rear Interior light Foot well lighting Door courtesy lights A: HB3 halogen bulbs B: H11 halogen bulbs C: H10 halogen - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 649
gasoline with an octane rating lower than 87 may result in engine knocking. Persistent knocking can lead to engine damage. The use of fuel with an ethanol concentration in excess of 85% will have a negative impact on driving performance and can cause damage to the fuel system components. At minimum - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 650
6-1. Specifications - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 651
6-1. Specifications - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 652
6-1. Specifications - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 653
6-1. Specifications NOTICE - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 654
ion Typical tire symbols Tire size DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN) Location of treadwear indicators Tire ply composition tire. Uniform tire quality grading For details, see "Uniform Tire Quality Grading" that follows. Load limit at maximum cold tire inflation pressure Maximum cold tire - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 655
tire or all season tire (→P. 552) An all season tire has M+S on the sidewall. A tire not marked M+S is a summer tire. Typical DOT and tire identification number (TIN) DOT symbol* Tire Identification (TIN) Number Tire manufacturer's identification mark Tire size code Manufacturer's optional tire - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 656
6-1. Specifications Tire size - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 657
Tread Belt Inner liner Reinforcing rubber Carcass Rim lines Bead wires Chafer Uniform Tire Quality Grading This information has been prepared purchasers and/or prospective purchasers of Toyota vehicles with information on uniform tire quality grading. Your Toyota dealer will help answer any questions - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 658
6-1. Specifications - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 659
, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning and additional weight optional engine The sum of: (a) Curb weight (b) Accessory weight (c) Vehicle capacity weight (d) Production options weight Maximum inflation pressure Recommended inflation pressure Accessory weight Curb weight Maximum - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 660
or code Nominal distance between rim flanges The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb. (68 kg) times the vehicle's designated seating capacity The load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle its share of the maximum loaded vehicle weight, and dividing by two The - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 661
Weather side Meaning The surface area of the rim not covered by the inflated tire The part of the tire that is made of steel wires, wrapped or reinforced by ply cords and that is shaped to fit the rim A breakdown of the bond between components in the bead A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 662
between the exteriors of the sidewalls of an inflated tire, including elevations due to labeling, decorations, or protective bands or ribs A tire intended for use on passenger cars, multipurpose passenger vehicles, and trucks, that have a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 10,000 lb. or less 669 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 663
on Snow-and Ice-Covered Surfaces, and which is marked with an Alpine Symbol ( ) on at least one sidewall The rim on which a tire is fitted for testing, and may be any rim listed as appropriate for use with that tire Pneumatic tire Radial ply tire Reinforced tire Section width Sidewall Sidewall - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 664
degrees of wear of the tread The fixture used to hold the wheel and tire assembly securely during testing *:Table 1 ⎯ Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for various designated seating capacities Designated seating capacity, Number of occupants 2 through 4 5 through 10 Vehicle - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 665
s Your vehicle includes a variety of electronic features that can be personalized to your preferences. Programming these preferences requires specialized equipment and may be performed by an authorized Toyota dealership. Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other functions being - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 666
6-2. Customization Item Wireless remote control (→P. 33) Function Default setting Customized setting Push twice* Power back door operation Switch operation Wireless remote control linked operation Operation signal volume Operation when door locks Time elapsed before back door closing function - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 667
unlocked in two steps Customized setting Door lock (→P. 37) Unlocking using a key All doors unlocked in one step Power windows (→P. 93 Slide only Level 3 Tilt only Level 1 to 5 0 seconds Automatic light off system (→P. 188) 30 seconds 60 seconds 90 seconds Back window (→P. 96) Rear window - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 668
setting 15 seconds ON ON Customized setting 7.5 seconds 30 seconds OFF OFF Illumination (→P. 449) Operation after the engine is off Operation when the doors are unlocked Seat Belt Reminder Buzzer (→P. 605) Vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer ON OFF 6 Vehicle specifications 675 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 669
rotating the tires on vehicles differing with front and rear tire inflation pressures. • When changing the tire inflation pressure by changing traveling speed or load weight, etc. • When changing the tire size. Reference P. 42 Maintenance data P. 524 Tire pressure warning system P. 550 676 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 670
exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 671
Seat belt instructions for Canadian ow ners (in French) The following is a French explanation of seat belt instructions extracted from the seat belt section in this manual. See the seat belt section for more detailed seat belt instructions in English. 7 For owners 679 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 672
680 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 673
For owners 681 7 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 674
SRS airba g instructions for Canadian ow ners (in French) The following is a French explanation of SRS airbag instructions extracted from the SRS airbag section in this manual. See the SRS airbag section for more detailed SRS airbag instructions in English. 682 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 675
For owners 683 7 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 676
684 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 677
For owners 685 7 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 678
686 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 679
For owners 687 7 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 680
688 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 681
For owners 689 7 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 682
690 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 683
For owners 691 7 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 684
692 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 685
Adaptive Variable Suspension System Blind Spot Monitor Child Restraint System Electronic Control Unit Event Data Recorder Emergency Locking Retractor Flexible Fuel Vehicle Gross Axle Weight Rating Gross Combination Weight Rating Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Emission inspection and maintenance - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 686
TIN TPMS TRAC TWI TWR VIN VSC MEANING Power Resume Roll Sensing of Curtain shield Airbags Supplemental Restraint System Tire Identification Number Tire Pressure Warning System Traction Control Treadwear indicators Trailer Weight Rating Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle Stability Control 695 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 687
system ...246 Air conditioning filter...563 Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter...563 Front air conditioning system ...300 Rear air conditioning system /WMA disc ...338 Optimal use...359 Portable music player ...363 Radio...321 Rear seat entertainment system ...384 Steering wheel audio - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 688
Exterior ...518 Interior ...520 Seat belts ...521 Cargo capacity ...266 Cargo hooks ...501 CD changer CD ...329 MP3 ...338 WMA disc ...338 CD player ...329 Chains ...272 Child restraint system Booster seats, definition ...132 Booster seats, installation ...143 Convertible seats, definition...132 - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 689
not start ...630 Ignition switch ...159 Overheating ...637 Engine coolant Capacity ...650 Checking ...539 Preparing and checking before winter...272 Engine coolant temperature gauge...169 Engine immobilizer system ...107 Engine oil Capacity ...649 Checking ...535 Preparing and checking before winter - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 690
533 Hooks Cargo net ...501 Shopping bag ...502 Horn...168 I I/M test...528 Identification Engine ...647 Vehicle ...646 Ignition switch...159 Illuminated entry system...449 Indicator lights ...174 Initialization Items to initialize...676 Inside rear view mirror ...84 Interior lights Interior lights - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 691
...338 Multi-information display ...179 K Keyless entry...33 Keys Engine switch ...159 If you lose your keys ...633 Ignition switch...159 Keyless entry...33 Key number...32 Keys ...32 Wireless remote control key ...33 L LATCH system ...138 License plate lights Replacing light bulbs ...580 Wattage - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 692
...77 Child restraint system installation...136 Cleaning and maintaining the seat belts ...521 Comfort guide...75 ELR ...77 Emergency Locking Retractor ...77 How to wear your seat belt...72 How your child should wear the seat belt ...78 Pregnant women, proper seat belt use ...77 Reminder light - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 693
Seating capacity...270 Seats Adjustment ...50, 54 Adjustment precaution ...53, 64 Child seats/child restraint system installation ...136 Cleaning ...520 Climate control seat ...492 Driver's seat position memory...65 Head restraint...68 Properly sitting in the seat...112 Seat heaters...489, 492 Seat - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 694
...661 Replacing ...619 Rotating tires ...549 Size ...654 Snow tires...272 Tire pressure warning system...549, 606 Tissue pocket ...462 Tools...619 Total load capacity...270 Towing Dinghy towing...296 Emergency towing...595 Trailer towing...276 Trailer weight rating...278, 645 Traction control - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 695
and checking before winter ...272 Switch...196, 200 Washing and waxing ...518 Weight Cargo capacity ...266 Load limits ...270 Towing capacity ...645 Trailer Weight Rating ...281, 645 TWR ...281, 645 Vehicle capacity weight...645 Weight ...645 Wheels ...560 Window glasses ...93, 96 Window lock switch - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 696
Wha t t o do if... What t o do if...A tire punctures P. 619 If you have a flat tire P. 630 If the engine will not start The engine does not start P. 107 Engine immobilizer system P. 634 If the vehicle battery is discharged The shift lever cannot be moved out P. 632 If the shift lever cannot - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 697
What to do if... The warning light or indicator light comes on P. 603 If a warning light turns on - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 698
What to do if... - 2012 Toyota Sequoia | Owners Manual - Page 699
P. 102 Hood lock release lever P. 533 Tire inflation pressure P. 654 Fuel tank capacity (Reference) Fuel type 26.4 gal. (100.0 L, 22.0 lmp.gal.) P. 648 Cold tire inflation pressure Engine oil capacity (Drain and refill-reference) Engine oil type With filter Without filter P. 654 qt. (L, Imp