Toyota 2016 SEQUOIA User manual

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
00505QRG16SEQ
Printed in U. S. A . 7 / 15
15-TCS-08583
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CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE CENTER
1-800 -331- 4331
SEQUOIA
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NOTES
This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of basic vehicle
operations. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental operations
so you can locate and use the vehicle’s main equipment quickly
and easily.
The Quick Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for the
Owner’s Manual located in your vehicle’s glove box. We strongly
encourage you to review the Owner’s Manual and supplementary
manuals so you will have a better understanding of your vehicle’s
capabilities and limitations.
Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A.,
Inc. wish you many years of satisfied driving in your new Sequoia.
Aword about safe vehicle operations
This Quick Reference Guide is not a full description of Sequoia
operations. Every Sequoia owner should review the Owner’s
Manual that accompanies this vehicle.
Pay special attention to the boxed information highlighted in
color throughout the Owner’s Manual.Each box contains safe
operating instructions to help you avoid injury or equipment
malfunction.
All information in this Quick Reference Guide is current at the
time of printing. Toyota reserves the right to make changes at
any time without notice.
2016
Sequoia
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2016
Sequoia
INDEX
OVERVIEW
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND
EMERGENCY FEATURES
Engine maintenance 10
Fuel tank door release and cap 9
Hood release 10
Indicator symbols 6-7
Instrument cluster 5
Instrument panel 2-4
Keyless entry18
Light control-Instrument panel 9
Accessory meter 29
Air Conditioning/Heating 22-23
Audio 24-25
Auto lock/unlock111
Automatic Transmission 11
Bluetooth®Device Pairing Section 37-46
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) 13
Cruise control 26
Cup holders 31
Door locks 28
Door-Power back 19
Driving position memory 20
Dynamic Laser Cruise Control 27
Four-wheel drive 12
Garage door opener (HomeLink®)3 26
Lights1& turn signals 17
Moonroof 20
Multi-Information Display228
Parking brake 12
Power outlets-12V DC 30
Power outlets-120V AC 30
Rear seat entertainment system 31
Rear view monitor system 25
Seat adjustments-Front 15
Seat adjustments-Rear 14
Seat ventilators/heaters 23
Seats-Folding second row seats 15
Seats-Folding third row seats 16
Seats-Head restraints 13
Telephone controls (Bluetooth®)29
Tilt and telescopic steering wheel 21
TOW/HAUL switch 11
VSC OFF switch 21
Window-Back 19
Windows 18
Windshield wipers & washers 18
Doors-Child safety locks 33
Floor mat installation 35
Seat belts 32
Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor 33
Spare tire & tools 33
Star Safety SystemTM 34-35
Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System 32
1Visit your Toyota dealer for information on customizing this feature.
2 Programmable by customer. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for instructions and more information.
3HomeLink®is a registered trademark of Gentex Corporation.
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Instrument panel
Steering wheel audio controls1,2
Voice command button1,2
Telephone controls1,2
Cruise control
Dynamic Laser Cruise Control distance switch1
Headlight, turn signal and front fog light1 controls
Gauges and meters
Wiper and washer controls
Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System reset
Power back window switch
VSC OFF switch
Ignition switch
Personal/Interior light main switch
Instrument panel light control
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch1
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever1
Roll Sensing of Curtain shield Airbag OFF switch1
REVERSE TILT (side mirrors) switch1
Headlight cleaner1
Power back door button1
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) main switch1
Power rearview mirror controls
1If equipped
2For details, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual.”
Steering wheel controls (if equipped)
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Steering wheel audio controls1,2
Voice command button1,2
Telephone controls1,2
Cruise control
Dynamic Laser Cruise Control distance switch1
Headlight, turn signal and front fog light1 controls
Gauges and meters
Wiper and washer controls
Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System reset
Power back window switch
VSC OFF switch
Ignition switch
Personal/Interior light main switch
Instrument panel light control
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch1
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever1
Roll Sensing of Curtain Shield Airbag OFF switch1
REVERSE TILT (side mirrors) switch1
Headlight cleaner1
Power back door button1
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) switch1
Power rearview mirror controls
1If equipped
2For details, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual” and “2016
Entune™ Audio Quick Reference Guide.”
Details on the center panel
area on next page
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Accessory meter
Theft deterrent/Engine immobilizer system indicator
Multimedia system2
Air Conditioning controls
Outside rearview mirror defogger1/Back window defogger/Windshield
wiper de-icer button1
12V DC power outlet
Seat heater1and ventilator1controls
Cigarette lighter
AUX audio jack/USB port
Height control switch1
AVS switch1
TOW/HAUL button1
Center differential lock/unlock switch1
Front-wheel drive control switch1
Intuitive parking assist button1
Multi-Information Display control buttons1 and/or accessory meter
control buttons1
Emergency flasher button
1If equipped
2For details, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual” and
“2016 Entune™ Audio Quick Reference Guide.”
OVERVIEW
Instrument cluster
Tachometer
Speedometer
Service indicator and reminder
Fuel gauge
Voltmeter
Engine oil pressure gauge
Engine coolant temperature
Odometer/Trip meter and trip meter reset button
Multi-Information Display
Odometer and two trip meters
Automatic Transmission shift position indicator
Automatic Transmission shift range display
Automatic Transmission fluid temperature gauge*
* If equipped
With Multi-Information Display
Without Multi-Information Display
Center panel area
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Instrument cluster
Tachometer
Speedometer
Service indicator and reminder
Fuel gauge
Voltmeter
Engine oil pressure gauge
Engine coolant temperature
Odometer/Trip meter and trip meter reset button
Multi-Information Display
Odometer and two trip meters
Automatic Transmission shift position indicator
Automatic Transmission shift range display
Automatic Transmission fluid temperature gauge*
* If equipped
With Multi-Information Display
Without Multi-Information Display
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Indicator symbols
Charging system warning*
Brake system warning*
AIR BAG ON indicator
Driver seat belt reminder
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph)
Front passenger seat belt reminder
(alarm will sound if speed is over 12 mph)
AIR BAG OFF indicator*
For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2-2, 2016 Owner’s
Manual.
Headlight low/high beam indicator
Turn signal indicator
Low Tire Pressure Warning*
Power steering warning*
Open door warning
Airbag SRS warning*
Master warning
Theft deterrent/Engine immobilizer system indicator
Malfunction/Check Engine indicator*
Maintenance/Service required indicator
Low fuel level warning
Roll Sensing of Curtain shield Airbag OFF indicator*
Shift position and shift range indicators
Vehicle Stability Control OFF indicator*
TOW/HAUL mode indicator
Low windshield washer fluid level warning
OVERVIEW
* If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting engine, there may be a
malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
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For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2-2, 2014 Owner’s
Manual.
Anti-lock Brake System warning*
Slip indicator*
High/Low speed four-wheel drive indicator
Center differential lock indicator
Cruise control indicator
AUTO Limited Slip Differential indicator*
Height control indicator*
Height control/MANUAL indicator*
* If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting engine, there may be a
malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
Automatic Transmission fluid temperature warning*
Traction Control OFF indicator*
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) outside rearview mirror indicators
Fuel tank door position
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OVERVIEW
Keyless entry
Push
Push ONCE: Driver door
TWICE: All doors
Locking operation
Unlocking operation
Power back door operation (if equipped)
Push and hold
NOTE: If a door is not opened within 60 seconds of unlocking, all doors will relock for
safety.
With power back door Without power back door
With power back door Without power back door
Panic button
Push and hold
Fuel tank door release and cap
Light control-Instrument panel
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NOTE: If a door is not opened within 60 seconds of unlocking, all doors will relock for
safety.
Fuel tank door release and cap
NOTE: Tighten until one click is
heard. If the cap is not tightened
enough, Check Engine “ ”
indicator may illuminate.
Turn to open
Store
Pull
Light control-Instrument panel
Brightness
control
-
+
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Windshield washer fluid tank
Engine oil level dipstick
Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil filler cap
NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help
extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer
to the “Warranty & Maintenance Guide.”
Engine maintenance
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Automatic Transmission
* The ignition switch must be “ON” and the brake pedal depressed to shift from Park.
Shift the shift lever to “S” position from “D” position.
+: Upshift (push and release)
-: Downshift (pull and release)
Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking downhill.
For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with the
shift lever in the “D” position.
“S” (Sequential) mode
TOW/HAUL switch (if equipped)
“TOW/HAUL” mode can be used when carrying heavy loads. As fuel economy is
reduced while in “TOW/HAUL” mode, deactivating when driving without a load is
recommended.
Refer to the Owner‘s Manual for more details on this system before attempting
to use it.
Hood release
Pull up latch and raise hood
Pull
Auto lock/unlock
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in four different modes, or
turned OFF.
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.
-Doors lock when the vehicle speed is approximately 12 mph or higher.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.
-Doors unlock when the driver’s door is opened within 10 seconds after turning the
ignition switch to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
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Windshield washer fluid tank
Engine oil level dipstick
Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil filler cap
NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help
extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer
to the “Warranty & Maintenance Guide.”
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Automatic Transmission
* The ignition switch must be “ON” and the brake pedal depressed to shift from Park.
Shift the shift lever to “S” position from “D” position.
+: Upshift (push and release)
-: Downshift (pull and release)
Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking downhill.
For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with the
shift lever in the “D” position.
“S” (Sequential) mode
Park*
Reverse
Neutral
Drive
“S” mode
“S” “D”
TOW/HAUL switch (if equipped)
“TOW/HAUL” mode can be used when carrying heavy loads. As fuel economy is
reduced while in “TOW/HAUL” mode, deactivating when driving without a load is
recommended.
Refer to the Owner‘s Manual for more details on this system before attempting
to use it.
System ON/OFF
Auto lock/unlock
Automatic door locks can be programmed to operate in four different modes, or
turned OFF.
-Doors lock when shifting from Park.
-Doors lock when the vehicle speed is approximately 12 mph or higher.
-Doors unlock when shifting into Park.
-Doors unlock when the driver’s door is opened within 10 seconds after turning the
ignition switch to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Lock the center differential if the vehicle’s wheels get stuck in a ditch or when
driving on a slippery or bumpy surface.
Refer to the Owner‘s Manual for more details on this system before attempting
to use it.
Center differential lock/unlock switch
Four-wheel drive (if equipped)
High speed (2WD)
Turn to “2WD” from “4H” with speed below 62 mph.
High speed (4WD)
Turn to “4H” from “2WD” with speed below 62 mph.
Shift to “N” position when stopped, then turn to “4H” from “4L.”
Low speed (4WD)
Shift to “N” position when stopped, then push and turn to “4L” from “4H.”
WD
For best fuel economy and performance under normal driving conditions, keep in
“2WD” position.
Push
and turn
Turn
Turn
Push
Four-wheel drive control switch
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)(if equipped)
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 rearview mirror
(the blind spot), and advises the driver of the vehicles’ existence via the outside
rearview mirror indicator.
Refer to the Owner‘s Manual for more details on this system before attempting
to use it.
Parking brake
Set: Depress
Release: Depress again
Seats-Head restraints
Lock release button
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Lock the center differential if the vehicle’s wheels get stuck in a ditch or when
driving on a slippery or bumpy surface.
Refer to the Owner‘s Manual for more details on this system before attempting
to use it.
High speed (2WD)
Turn to “2WD” from “4H” with speed below 62 mph.
High speed (4WD)
Turn to “4H” from “2WD” with speed below 62 mph.
Shift to “N” position when stopped, then turn to “4H” from “4L.”
Low speed (4WD)
Shift to “N” position when stopped, then push and turn to “4L” from “4H.”
For best fuel economy and performance under normal driving conditions, keep in
“2WD” position.
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)(if equipped)
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 rearview mirror
(the blind spot), and advises the driver of the vehicles’ existence via the outside
rearview mirror indicator.
Refer to the Owner‘s Manual for more details on this system before attempting
to use it.
System ON/OFF
Set: Depress
Release: Depress again
Seats-Head restraints
Front
Third row (center)
Lock release button
Lock release button
Second row
Lock release button
Middle head restraint in
8-passenger models only.
Third row (outside)
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Seat adjustments-Rear
Seat position (forward/backward)
Seatback angle
Seatback angle/lock release and slide
Seatback folding/returning
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Second row
Third row
(1) Lower the head restraints.
(2) Stow the seat belt buckles.
(3) Fold down the seatback.
(4) Fold out the board (if equipped) from the seatback.
(1)
(3)
Seats-Folding second row seats
(4)
Separate seat Bench seat
Manual seat Power seat
Seat adjustments-Front
Seat position (forward/backward)
Seatback angle
Seat height
Seat cushion angle
Lumbar support
Position, cushion angle and height
Leg support (if equipped)
Manual seat
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Seat position (forward/backward)
Seatback angle
Seatback angle/lock release and slide
Seatback folding/returning
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
(1) Lower the head restraints.
(2) Stow the seat belt buckles.
(3) Fold down the seatback.
(4) Fold out the board (if equipped) from the seatback.
(1)
(3)
(2)
Seats-Folding second row seats
(4)
Pull Pull
Separated seat Bench seat
Seat adjustments-Front
Seat position (forward/backward)
Seatback angle
Seat height
Seat cushion angle
Lumbar support
Position, cushion angle and height
Leg support (if equipped)
Manual seat Power seat
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FEATURES/OPERATIONS
(1) Release the center seat belt tab.
(2) Stow the center seat belt tab.
(3) Lower the head restraint.
(4) Stow the seat belt buckles.
(5) Fold the head restraint.
(6) Fold the seats.
(1)
(6)
(3)
(2)
Seats-Folding third row seats
(4)
Power seat
Lights & turn signals
Headlights
Front fog lights (if equipped)
-Daytime Running Light system (DRL) Automatically turns on the front turn
signal lights upon starting engine and releasing parking brake.
-Automatic light cut off system Automatically turns lights off after a delay of
30 seconds, or the lock switch on remote may be pushed after locking.
Front fog lights come on only when the
headlights are on low beam.
Parking lights
Pull
Insert
From back door side
From rear door side
Power seat
Manual seat Manual seat
Type A
Type C
Insert
(5) Manual seat only
Type A
Type B
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(1) Release the center seat belt tab.
(2) Stow the center seat belt tab.
(3) Lower the head restraint.
(4) Stow the seat belt buckles.
(5) Fold the head restraint.
(6) Fold the seats.
Lights & turn signals
Turn signals
Headlights
High beam
Low beam
Front fog lights (if equipped)
-Daytime Running Light system (DRL) Automatically turns on the front turn
signal lights upon starting engine and releasing parking brake.
-Automatic light cut off system Automatically turns lights off after a delay of
30 seconds, or the lock switch on remote may be pushed after locking.
Front fog lights come on only when the
headlights are on low beam.
Right turn
Lane change
Lane change
Left turn
High beam flasher
Auto
Headlights
Parking lights
Turn
Type A
Type C
Auto
Headlights
Parking lights
DRL OFF
Auto
Headlights
Parking lights
Type B
Type D
Type A
Type B
Turn
Auto
Headlights
Parking lights
DRL OFF
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Windshield wipers & washers
Interval wipe
Single wipe
Slow
Fast
Pull to wash and wipe
Front
Rear
Wash and wipe
Wipe
Interval wipe
Wash and wipe
FEATURES/OPERATIONS
Windows
Window lock
switch
Automatic operation Push the switch completely down or pull it completely
up and release to fully open or close. To stop window partway, lightly push the
switch in the opposite direction.
Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows and back window. Driver’s
window remains operable.
Up Down
Driver side
Window-Back
Operating from inside
Operating from outside
Automatic operation Push the switch completely in or pull it completely out and
release to fully open or close. To stop window midway, lightly push the switch in
the opposite direction.
Door-Power back (if equipped)
Open: Push and hold
Close: Push and hold again
NOTE: If battery is disconnected, the power back door needs to be reinitialized.
Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.
Instrument panel
Adjust frequency*
* Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment
Rotate to increase/decrease wipe frequency.
Type A Type B
Interval wipe
Single wipe
Slow
Fast
Adjust frequency*
Type A
Wash and wipe
Wipe
Interval wipe
Wash and wipe
Type B
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