Toyota Vehicle Sequoia

The 12-volt battery is located in the lefthand side of the luggage compartment.

Removing the 12-volt battery cover

1 Slide the third seats to the frontmost position. 2 Remove the left-hand side of the luggage trim cover.

When recharging, the 12-volt battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. Therefore, observe the following precautions before recharging:

● If recharging with the 12-volt battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect the ground cable.

● Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and disconnecting the charger cables to the 12-volt battery.

WARNING: If the hybrid system is operating, turn it off and ensure that there is adequate ventilation before performing maintenance checks.

Is the brake fluid at the correct level?

Is the engine/intercooler/power control unit coolant at the correct level?

Is the engine oil at the correct level?

There should not be any fumes or strange sounds.

The radiator, condenser and intercooler should be free from foreign objects.

Is there sufficient washer fluid?

The accelerator pedal should move smoothly (without uneven pedal effort or catching).

Replace or rotate tires in accordance with maintenance schedules and treadwear.

Check if the treadwear indicators are showing on the tires. Also check the tires for uneven wear, such as excessive wear on one side of the tread.

Check the spare tire condition and pressure if not rotated.

■ When to replace your vehicle’s tires

● The treadwear indicators are showing on a tire.

Checking the oil type and preparing the items needed

Oil quantity (Low level mark → Refill upper limit mark)

Oil level is below or near the low level mark

Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise

Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick

Oil level does not exceed the refill upper limit mark and is between the low level mark and refill upper limit mark

Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior

Perform cleaning in a manner appropriate to each component and its material.

● Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to 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.

● Wax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates.

If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle body is cool.