2026 Toyota Sequoia Hybrid Owner's Manual
Year:
2026
Make:
Toyota
Model:
Sequoia Hybrid
Table of Contents
- Toyota 2026 Sequoia HV Owner's Manual USA and Canada Only (OM0C087U)
1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
4
Introduction
8
For your information
8
Main Owner’s Manual
8
Noise from under vehicle after turning off the hybrid system
8
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota
8
Cyber Attack Risk
9
Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
9
Vehicle data recording
9
Usage of data collected through Safety Connect (U.S.mainland only)
11
Statement on Warranty Coverage for Aftermarket and Recycled Parts (For U.S. Owners)
11
Event data recorder
11
Scrapping of your Toyota
13
Perchlorate Material
13
QR Code
13
Caution symbols attached to the high voltage components
13
Reading this manual
15
Symbols in this manual
15
Symbols in illustrations
15
Pictorial index
17
Exterior
17
Instrument panel
20
Switches
22
Interior
26
1. For safety and security
29
1-1. For safe use
30
Before driving
30
Installing floor mats
30
For safe driving
32
Correct driving posture
32
Correct use of the seat belts
33
Adjusting the mirrors
33
Seat belts
34
Correct use of the seat belts
35
Fastening and releasing the seat belt (except for the third row center seat)
37
Fastening the seat belt (for the third row center seat)
38
Releasing and stowing the seat belt (for the third row center seat)
39
Adjusting the seat belt shoulder anchor height (front seats)
41
Seat belt comfort guide (for the third row center seat)
41
Seat belt pretensioners (front and outboard second seats)
42
SRS airbags
44
SRS airbag system
44
Front passenger occupant classification system
55
System components
55
Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant classification system
57
Exhaust gas precautions
59
1-2. Child safety
60
Riding with children
60
Child restraint systems
61
Table of contents
61
Points to remember
61
Child restraint system
62
When using a child restraint system
64
Child restraint system fixed with a seat belt
66
Child restraint system fixed with a child restraint LATCH anchor
72
Using an anchor bracket (for top tether strap)
74
1-3. Emergency assistance
78
Safety Connect
78
System components
78
Services
78
Subscription
79
Safety Connect LED light Indicators
80
Safety Connect services
80
Safety information for Safety Connect
81
1-4. Hybrid system
83
Hybrid system features
83
System components
83
Acoustic vehicle alerting system
86
Hybrid system precautions
87
System components
87
Hybrid battery (traction battery) air intake vents
90
Emergency shut off system
91
Hybrid warning message
91
1-5. Theft deterrent system
92
Immobilizer system
92
Operating the system
92
Alarm
93
Setting/deactivating/stopping the alarm system
93
Pre-alarm
95
2. Vehicle status information and indicators
97
2-1. Instrument cluster
98
Warning lights and indicators
98
Instrument cluster
98
Warning lights
98
Indicators
101
Gauges and meters
106
Meter display
106
Odometer and trip meter display
109
Instrument panel light control
109
Right Side Gauges
110
Multi-information display
111
Display and menu icons
111
Changing the display
112
Content of driving information
113
Navigation system-linked display
114
Audio system-linked display
114
Vehicle information display
115
Settings display
116
Warning message display
118
Head-up display
119
System components
119
Using the head-up display
120
Driving support system status/navigation system-linked display area
122
Pop-up display
122
Hybrid System Indicator/Outside temperature display
124
Fuel consumption information
125
Consumption
125
3. Before driving
127
3-1. Key information
128
Keys
128
The keys
128
Wireless remote control
130
Using the mechanical key
131
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
132
Side doors
132
Unlocking and locking the doors from the outside
132
Unlocking and locking the doors from the inside
136
Rear door child-protector lock
136
Automatic door locking and unlocking systems
137
Power running boards
138
Side door linked operation
139
Deploying and stowing the power running boards from inside
140
Back door
142
Unlocking and locking the back door from the outside
143
Unlocking and locking the back door from the inside
144
Opening/closing the back door
144
Changing settings of the power back door system
156
Adjusting the open position of the back door
156
Glass hatch
158
Opening the glass hatch
158
Smart key system
161
3-3. Adjusting the seats
168
Front seats
168
Adjustment procedure
168
Front seat refresh system
169
IsoDynamic Performance seat
171
Rear seats
175
Adjustment procedure
175
Moving a second seat for the third seat access
176
Folding down the third seats
179
Driving position memory
182
Enabling easier driver entry and exit (power easy access system)
182
Recording/recalling a driving position
183
Head restraints
187
Adjusting a head restraint
187
Removing the head restraints
188
Installing the head restraints
189
3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
190
Steering wheel
190
Adjustment procedure
190
Sounding the horn
191
Inside rear view mirror
192
Adjusting the height of rear view mirror
192
Anti-glare function
192
Digital Rear-view Mirror
194
System components
194
Changing modes
195
Adjusting the mirror
196
Cleaning the Digital Rear-view Mirror
200
If you notice any symptoms
202
Outside rear view mirrors
205
Adjustment procedure
205
Folding and unfolding the mirrors
207
Extending the mirrors
208
Linked mirror function when reversing
209
Trailering light
209
3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
211
Power windows
211
Opening and closing the power windows
211
Preventing accidental operation (window lock switch)
214
Moon roof
215
Operating the moon roof
215
Panoramic moon roof
219
Operating the electronic sunshade and panoramic moon roof
219
4. Driving
225
4-1. Before driving
227
Driving the vehicle
227
Driving procedure
227
Sudden start restraint control (Drive-Start Control [DSC])
235
Cargo and luggage
237
Capacity and distribution
237
Calculation formula for your vehicle
238
Roof luggage carrier
240
Vehicle load limits
242
Trailer towing
243
Towing related terms
246
Weight limits
248
GCWR, TWR and Unbraked TWR
248
Trailer Tongue Weight
249
Hitch
250
Selecting trailer ball
250
Positions for towing hitch receiver and hitch ball
251
Connecting trailer lights
252
Removing hitch cover
254
Connecting and disconnecting a trailer (vehicles with electronically modulated air suspension)
254
Trailer towing tips
255
Dinghy towing
259
4-2. Driving procedures
260
Power (ignition) switch
260
Starting the hybrid system
260
Stopping the hybrid system
262
Changing power switch modes
264
When stopping the hybrid system with the shift lever in a position other than P
265
Automatic transmission
267
Shift position purpose and functions
267
Shifting the shift lever
268
Selecting the driving mode
270
Changing shift ranges in S mode
270
TOW HAUL switch
271
Turn signal lever
273
Operating instructions
273
Parking brake
274
Operating instructions
274
Brake Hold
278
Enabling the system
278
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
281
Headlight switch
281
Operating instructions
281
Turning on the high beam headlights
283
Manual headlight leveling dial
284
Fog light switch
285
Operating instructions
285
AHB (Automatic High Beam)
286
Activating the Automatic High Beam
286
Turning the high beams on/off manually
289
Light bar
291
Turning the light bar on/off
291
Windshield wipers and washer
292
Operating the wiper lever
292
Rear window wiper and washer
298
Operating the wiper lever
298
4-4. Refueling
301
Opening the fuel tank cap
301
Before refueling the vehicle
301
Opening the fuel tank cap
302
Closing the fuel tank cap
303
4-5. Using the driving support systems
304
Toyota Safety Sense 2.5
304
Driving assist system
304
Sensors
304
PCS (Pre-Collision System)
310
Detectable objects
310
System functions
310
Changing settings of the pre-collision system
314
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
326
Summary of functions
326
Functions included in LTA system
331
Turning LTA system on
332
Indications on multi-information display
333
RSA (Road Sign Assist)
339
Summary of function
339
Indication on the multi-information display
339
Supported types of road signs
340
Notification function
340
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range
343
Summary of functions
343
System Components
343
Driving in vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
346
Setting the vehicle speed (vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode)
347
Adjusting the set speed
348
Changing the vehicle-to-vehicle distance (vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode)
349
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance settings (vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode)
349
Resuming follow-up cruising when the vehicle has been stopped by system control (vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode)
350
Canceling and resuming the speed control
350
Approach warning (vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode)
351
Selecting constant speed control mode
351
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
357
System components
357
Changing settings of the Blind Spot Monitor
359
Blind Spot Monitor operation
360
Intuitive parking assist
365
System components
365
Turning intuitive parking assist on/off
366
Sensor detection display, object distance
371
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert)
374
System components
374
Turning the RCTA function on/off
375
RCTA function
376
PKSB (Parking Support Brake)
382
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system
382
Enabling/Disabling the Parking Support Brake
384
Display and buzzer for hybrid system output restriction control and brake control
384
System overview
385
Parking Support Brake function (static objects)
388
Examples of function operation
388
Types of sensors
389
Parking Support Brake function (rear-crossing vehicles)
392
Examples of function operation
392
Types of sensors
392
Panoramic view monitor
395
Driving precautions
395
Camera switch
397
Menu button
397
Display
398
Checking around the vehicle
401
Checking the front and around the vehicle
402
Checking the rear and around the vehicle
407
Magnifying function
416
Customizing the panoramic view monitor
417
Panoramic view monitor precautions
417
Things you should know
430
Multi-terrain Monitor
433
Camera switch
434
Menu button
434
When the front-wheel drive control switch is in 4L, or 4H and Multi-terrain select is ON
435
When the front-wheel drive control switch is in 2H, or 4H and Multi-terrain select is OFF
437
Automatic display mode
437
Screen display and functions
437
Multi-terrain Monitor precautions
444
Things you should know
444
Electronically modulated air suspension
445
Height control switch
445
Selecting vehicle height
445
Disabling the height control
446
Driving mode select switch
449
System components
449
Selecting the driving mode
449
Four-wheel drive system
452
Front-wheel drive control switch
452
Shifting between 2H and 4H
452
Shifting between 4H and 4L
453
AUTO LSD system
455
System operation
455
Rear differential lock system
457
Rear differential lock switch
457
Crawl Control
459
System components
459
Turning Crawl Control on
460
Selectable modes
460
Turning Crawl Control off
461
Multi-terrain Select
464
System components
465
Switching modes
465
Downhill assist control system
468
System components
468
System operation
468
Setting the speed of the downhill assist control system
468
Turning off the system
469
Driving assist systems
472
Summary of the driving assist systems
472
Trailer brake controller
479
System operation
479
Changing settings of the trailer brake type
480
Setting the Gain
480
Trailer Backup Guide
483
Procedure
483
Setup (Calibration)
484
Using Guidance mode
486
Using Straight Path Assist
486
Canceling the system
486
Trailer hitch light
487
4-6. Driving tips
489
Hybrid Electric Vehicle driving tips
489
Using Eco drive mode
489
Use of Hybrid System Indicator
489
Shift lever operation
489
Accelerator pedal/brake pedal operation
489
When braking
489
Delays
490
Highway driving
490
Air conditioning
490
Checking tire inflation pressure
490
Luggage
490
Warming up before driving
491
Off-road precautions
492
Off-road vehicle features
492
Off-road driving
493
Winter driving tips
496
Preparation for winter
496
Before driving the vehicle
497
When driving the vehicle
497
When parking the vehicle
497
Selecting tire chains
498
Regulations on the use of tire chains (vehicles without 285/65R18 tires)
499
5. Interior features
501
5-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
502
Automatic air conditioning system
502
Air conditioning controls
502
Using automatic mode
506
Front seat concentrated airflow mode (S-FLOW)
507
Adjusting the temperature for driver and front passenger seats simultaneously (SYNC mode)
508
Windshield wiper de-icer
508
Air outlet layout and operations
509
Changing the rear seat settings
510
Rear automatic air conditioning system
511
Air conditioning controls
511
Using the automatic mode
512
Air outlet layout and operations
513
Heated steering wheel/seat heaters/seat ventilators
514
Operating instructions
515
5-2. Using the interior lights
517
Interior lights list
517
Location of the interior lights
517
Personal/interior lights main switch
518
Operating the personal/interior lights
518
Ambient lights
519
Trailer hitch light switch
519
5-3. Using the storage features
521
List of storage features
521
Location of the storage features
521
Glove box
521
Cup holders
522
Bottle holders
524
Console box
525
Auxiliary boxes
526
Luggage compartment features
528
Grocery bag hooks
528
Deck board
528
5-4. Using the other interior features
531
Other interior features
531
USB charging ports
531
Wireless charger
532
Armrest
543
Assist grips
543
Coat hooks
544
Power outlet (12 VDC)
545
Power outlets (120 VAC)
546
Sun visors
552
Vanity mirrors
552
Rear door sunshades
553
Garage door opener
555
System components
555
Programming the HomeLink®
557
Operating HomeLink®
561
Erasing the entire HomeLink® memory (all three codes)
563
6. Maintenance and care
565
6-1. Maintenance and care
566
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
566
Cleaning instructions
566
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior
571
Protecting the vehicle interior
571
Cleaning the areas with satin-finish metal accents
573
Cleaning the leather areas
573
Cleaning the synthetic leather areas
573
6-2. Maintenance
574
Maintenance requirements
574
General maintenance
575
Scheduled maintenance
575
Do-it-yourself maintenance
575
General maintenance
576
Engine compartment
576
Vehicle interior
576
Vehicle exterior
577
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs
579
If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on
579
Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test in the following situations:
579
When the malfunction indicator lamp still remains on after several driving trips
579
If your vehicle does not pass the I/M test
579
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
580
Do-it-yourself service precautions
580
Maintenance
580
Hood
583
Opening the hood
583
Engine compartment
584
Components
584
Checking the engine oil
584
Adding engine oil
586
Checking the coolant
588
Checking the radiator, condenser and intercooler radiators
590
Checking and adding the brake fluid
590
Adding the washer fluid
591
12-volt battery
593
Location
593
Removing the 12-volt battery cover
593
Exterior
595
Tires
596
Checking tires
596
Tire rotation
598
Tire pressure warning system
599
Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters
601
Initializing the tire pressure warning system
602
Registering ID codes
605
Selecting wheel set
607
Tire inflation pressure
609
Checking the specified tire inflation pressure
609
Inspection and adjustment procedure
609
Wheels
612
Wheel selection
612
Aluminum wheel precautions
613
Air conditioning filter
614
Removing the air conditioning filter
614
Cleaning the hybrid battery (traction battery) air intake vents
616
Cleaning the air intake vents
616
Cleaning procedure
617
Electronic key battery
621
Items to prepare
621
Replacing the battery
621
Checking and replacing fuses
624
Checking and replacing fuses
624
Light bulbs
629
Preparing for light bulb replacement
629
Bulb location
629
Replacing light bulb
631
7. When trouble arises
633
7-1. Essential information
634
Emergency flashers
634
Operating instructions
634
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency
635
Stopping the vehicle
635
If the vehicle is submerged or water on the road is rising
636
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
638
If your vehicle needs to be towed
638
Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing
638
Towing with a wheel-lift type truck
638
Using a flatbed truck
640
Emergency towing
641
If you think something is wrong
642
Visible symptoms
642
Audible symptoms
642
Operational symptoms
642
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds
643
Actions to the warning lights or warning buzzers
643
If a warning message is displayed
657
If you have a flat tire
662
Before repairing the tire
662
If the hybrid system will not start
674
The hybrid system will not start even though the correct starting procedure is being followed. Power (ignition) switchPerforming the following operations when carrying the electronic key on your person starts the hybrid system or changes power switch modes.
674
The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low volume.
674
The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
674
Emergency start function
675
If you lose your keys
676
If the fuel door cannot be opened
677
Opening the fuel door
677
If the electronic key does not operate properly
678
Locking and unlocking the doors
678
Starting the hybrid system
679
If the vehicle 12-volt battery is discharged
681
Restarting the hybrid system
681
If your vehicle overheats
688
Correction procedures
688
If the vehicle becomes stuck
692
Recovering procedure
692
8. Vehicle specifications
695
8-1. Specifications
696
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
696
Dimensions and weight
696
Vehicle capacity weight
697
Seating capacity
697
Vehicle identification
697
Engine
699
Fuel
699
Electric motor (traction motor)
699
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
699
Lubrication system
700
Cooling system
701
Ignition system (spark plug)
701
Electrical system
701
Automatic transmission
702
Transfer (4WD models)
702
Differential
702
Brakes
703
Steering
703
Tires and wheels
703
Light bulbs
706
Fuel information
707
Tire information
710
Typical tire symbols
710
Typical DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)
711
Tire size
712
Tire section names
713
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
713
Glossary of tire terminology
714
8-2. Customization
721
Customizable features
721
Customizing vehicle features
721
Customizable features
722
8-3. Initialization
734
Items to initialize
734
List of items to initialize
734
9. For owners
735
9-1. For owners
736
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners
736
Reporting safety defects for Canadian owners
737
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners (in French)
738
Utilisation correcte des ceintures de sécurité
738
Guide de confort des ceintures de sécurité (pour le siège central de la troisième rangée)
738
Entretien et soin
739
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners (in French)
740
Système de coussins gonflables SRS
740
Index
747
Certifications
765
Safety Connect
765
Smart key system and immobilizer system
766
Toyota Safety Sense 2.5
768
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
769
Intuitive parking assist
770
Wireless charger
771
Garage door opener
773
Tire pressure warning system
773
2026 Toyota Sequoia Hybrid Overview
Owner's Manual
The Owner's Manual is an essential guide for any 2026 Toyota Sequoia Hybrid owner, detailing the operational aspects and maintenance procedures specific to this sophisticated vehicle. It serves as a comprehensive resource that outlines how to navigate the advanced features of the hybrid system, optimize fuel efficiency, and ensure safety while driving. The manual includes important maintenance schedules, troubleshooting tips, and insights into the vehicle's technology. By following the guidance provided, owners can prolong the life of their vehicle, maintain its performance, and mitigate potential issues, making it an indispensable tool for both new and experienced car owners.
Introduction
Introducing the 2026 Toyota Sequoia Hybrid, a perfect blend of rugged capability and eco-conscious innovation. With its bold exterior, spacious interior, and cutting-edge technology, the Sequoia Hybrid sets a new standard for full-size SUVs. Designed for families and adventurers alike, this SUV combines Toyota's commitment to quality and sustainability, delivering an exhilarating driving experience balanced with environmental responsibility.
Powertrains
The 2026 Sequoia Hybrid boasts an impressive powertrain that features a robust twin-turbo V6 engine paired with an electric motor for enhanced efficiency and performance. Together, they produce exceptional horsepower and torque, ensuring that you have the power to tackle any terrain while offering above-average fuel economy. This hybrid system is engineered to optimize fuel consumption, making long road trips or daily commuting both economical and enjoyable.
Features
The 2026 Sequoia Hybrid is equipped with state-of-the-art features designed to enhance your driving experience. Highlights include a large touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, adaptive cruise control, and an impressive suite of safety technologies, including lane departure warning and blind-spot monitoring. With spacious seating and versatile cargo options, the Sequoia Hybrid is built for comfort and convenience on every journey.
User manual download
The Toyota Sequoia Hybrid owner manual for the 2026 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2026 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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