2026 Toyota Sequoia Owner's Manual
Year:
2026
Make:
Toyota
Model:
Sequoia
Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
5
Introduction
9
For your information
9
Main Owner’s Manual
9
Noise from under vehicle after turning off the hybrid system
9
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota
9
Cyber Attack Risk
10
Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
10
Vehicle data recording
10
Usage of data collected through Safety Connect (U.S.mainland only)
12
Statement on Warranty Coverage for Aftermarket and Recycled Parts (For U.S. Owners)
12
Event data recorder
12
Scrapping of your Toyota
14
Perchlorate Material
14
QR Code
14
Caution symbols attached to the high voltage components
14
Reading this manual
16
Symbols in this manual
16
Symbols in illustrations
16
Pictorial index
18
Exterior
18
Instrument panel
21
Switches
23
Interior
27
1 For safety and security
30
1-1. For safe use
31
Before driving
31
Installing floor mats
31
For safe driving
33
Correct driving posture
33
Correct use of the seat belts
34
Adjusting the mirrors
34
Seat belts
35
Correct use of the seat belts
36
Fastening and releasing the seat belt (except for the third row center seat)
38
Fastening the seat belt (for the third row center seat)
39
Releasing and stowing the seat belt (for the third row center seat)
40
Adjusting the seat belt shoulder anchor height (front seats)
42
Seat belt comfort guide (for the third row center seat)
42
Seat belt pretensioners (front and outboard second seats)
43
SRS airbags
45
SRS airbag system
45
Front passenger occupant classification system
56
System components
56
Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant classification system
58
Exhaust gas precautions
60
1-2. Child safety
61
Riding with children
61
Child restraint systems
62
Table of contents
62
Points to remember
62
Child restraint system
63
When using a child restraint system
65
Child restraint system fixed with a seat belt
67
Child restraint system fixed with a child restraint LATCH anchor
73
Using an anchor bracket (for top tether strap)
75
1-3. Emergency assistance
79
Safety Connect
79
System components
79
Services
79
Subscription
80
Safety Connect LED light Indicators
81
Safety Connect services
81
Safety information for Safety Connect
82
1-4. Hybrid system
84
Hybrid system features
84
System components
84
Acoustic vehicle alerting system
87
Hybrid system precautions
88
System components
88
Hybrid battery (traction battery) air intake vents
91
Emergency shut off system
92
Hybrid warning message
92
1-5. Theft deterrent system
93
Immobilizer system
93
Operating the system
93
Alarm
94
Setting/deactivating/stopping the alarm system
94
Pre-alarm
96
2 Vehicle status information and indicators
98
2-1. Instrument cluster
99
Warning lights and indicators
99
Instrument cluster
99
Warning lights
99
Indicators
102
Gauges and meters
107
Meter display
107
Odometer and trip meter display
110
Instrument panel light control
110
Right Side Gauges
111
Multi-information display
112
Display and menu icons
112
Changing the display
113
Content of driving information
114
Navigation system-linked display
115
Audio system-linked display
115
Vehicle information display
116
Settings display
117
Warning message display
119
Head-up display
120
System components
120
Using the head-up display
121
Driving support system status/navigation system-linked display area
123
Pop-up display
123
Hybrid System Indicator/Outside temperature display
125
Fuel consumption information
126
Consumption
126
3 Before driving
128
3-1. Key information
129
Keys
129
The keys
129
Wireless remote control
131
Using the mechanical key
132
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
133
Side doors
133
Unlocking and locking the doors from the outside
133
Unlocking and locking the doors from the inside
137
Rear door child-protector lock
137
Automatic door locking and unlocking systems
138
Power running boards
139
Side door linked operation
140
Deploying and stowing the power running boards from inside
141
Back door
143
Unlocking and locking the back door from the outside
144
Unlocking and locking the back door from the inside
145
Opening/closing the back door
145
Changing settings of the power back door system
157
Adjusting the open position of the back door
157
Glass hatch
159
Opening the glass hatch
159
Smart key system
162
3-3. Adjusting the seats
169
Front seats
169
Adjustment procedure
169
Front seat refresh system
170
IsoDynamic Performance seat
172
Rear seats
176
Adjustment procedure
176
Moving a second seat for the third seat access
177
Folding down the third seats
180
Driving position memory
183
Enabling easier driver entry and exit (power easy access system)
183
Recording/recalling a driving position
184
Head restraints
188
Adjusting a head restraint
188
Removing the head restraints
189
Installing the head restraints
190
3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
191
Steering wheel
191
Adjustment procedure
191
Sounding the horn
192
Inside rear view mirror
193
Adjusting the height of rear view mirror
193
Anti-glare function
193
Digital Rear-view Mirror
195
System components
195
Changing modes
196
Adjusting the mirror
197
Cleaning the Digital Rear-view Mirror
201
If you notice any symptoms
203
Outside rear view mirrors
206
Adjustment procedure
206
Folding and unfolding the mirrors
208
Extending the mirrors
209
Linked mirror function when reversing
210
Trailering light
210
3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
212
Power windows
212
Opening and closing the power windows
212
Preventing accidental operation (window lock switch)
215
Moon roof
216
Operating the moon roof
216
Panoramic moon roof
220
Operating the electronic sunshade and panoramic moon roof
220
4 Driving
226
4-1. Before driving
228
Driving the vehicle
228
Driving procedure
228
Sudden start restraint control (Drive-Start Control [DSC])
236
Cargo and luggage
238
Capacity and distribution
238
Calculation formula for your vehicle
239
Roof luggage carrier
241
Vehicle load limits
243
Trailer towing
244
Towing related terms
247
Weight limits
249
GCWR, TWR and Unbraked TWR
249
Trailer Tongue Weight
250
Hitch
251
Selecting trailer ball
251
Positions for towing hitch receiver and hitch ball
252
Connecting trailer lights
253
Removing hitch cover
255
Connecting and disconnecting a trailer (vehicles with electronically modulated air suspension)
255
Trailer towing tips
256
Dinghy towing
260
4-2. Driving procedures
261
Power (ignition) switch
261
Starting the hybrid system
261
Stopping the hybrid system
263
Changing power switch modes
265
When stopping the hybrid system with the shift lever in a position other than P
266
Automatic transmission
268
Shift position purpose and functions
268
Shifting the shift lever
269
Selecting the driving mode
271
Changing shift ranges in S mode
271
TOW HAUL switch
272
Turn signal lever
274
Operating instructions
274
Parking brake
275
Operating instructions
275
Brake Hold
279
Enabling the system
279
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
282
Headlight switch
282
Operating instructions
282
Turning on the high beam headlights
284
Manual headlight leveling dial
285
Fog light switch
286
Operating instructions
286
AHB (Automatic High Beam)
287
Activating the Automatic High Beam
287
Turning the high beams on/off manually
290
Light bar
292
Turning the light bar on/off
292
Windshield wipers and washer
293
Operating the wiper lever
293
Rear window wiper and washer
299
Operating the wiper lever
299
4-4. Refueling
302
Opening the fuel tank cap
302
Before refueling the vehicle
302
Opening the fuel tank cap
303
Closing the fuel tank cap
304
4-5. Using the driving support systems
305
Toyota Safety Sense 2.5
305
Driving assist system
305
Sensors
305
PCS (Pre-Collision System)
311
Detectable objects
311
System functions
311
Changing settings of the pre-collision system
315
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
327
Summary of functions
327
Functions included in LTA system
332
Turning LTA system on
333
Indications on multi-information display
334
RSA (Road Sign Assist)
340
Summary of function
340
Indication on the multi-information display
340
Supported types of road signs
341
Notification function
341
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range
344
Summary of functions
344
System Components
344
Driving in vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
347
Setting the vehicle speed (vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode)
348
Adjusting the set speed
349
Changing the vehicle-to-vehicle distance (vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode)
350
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance settings (vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode)
350
Resuming follow-up cruising when the vehicle has been stopped by system control (vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode)
351
Canceling and resuming the speed control
351
Approach warning (vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode)
352
Selecting constant speed control mode
352
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
358
System components
358
Changing settings of the Blind Spot Monitor
360
Blind Spot Monitor operation
361
Intuitive parking assist
366
System components
366
Turning intuitive parking assist on/off
367
Sensor detection display, object distance
372
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert)
375
System components
375
Turning the RCTA function on/off
376
RCTA function
377
PKSB (Parking Support Brake)
383
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) system
383
Enabling/Disabling the Parking Support Brake
385
Display and buzzer for hybrid system output restriction control and brake control
385
System overview
386
Parking Support Brake function (static objects)
389
Examples of function operation
389
Types of sensors
390
Parking Support Brake function (rear-crossing vehicles)
393
Examples of function operation
393
Types of sensors
393
Panoramic view monitor
396
Driving precautions
396
Camera switch
398
Menu button
398
Display
399
Checking around the vehicle
402
Checking the front and around the vehicle
403
Checking the rear and around the vehicle
408
Magnifying function
417
Customizing the panoramic view monitor
418
Panoramic view monitor precautions
418
Things you should know
431
Multi-terrain Monitor
434
Camera switch
435
Menu button
435
When the front-wheel drive control switch is in 4L, or 4H and Multi-terrain select is ON
436
When the front-wheel drive control switch is in 2H, or 4H and Multi-terrain select is OFF
438
Automatic display mode
438
Screen display and functions
438
Multi-terrain Monitor precautions
445
Things you should know
445
Electronically modulated air suspension
446
Height control switch
446
Selecting vehicle height
446
Disabling the height control
447
Driving mode select switch
450
System components
450
Selecting the driving mode
450
Four-wheel drive system
453
Front-wheel drive control switch
453
Shifting between 2H and 4H
453
Shifting between 4H and 4L
454
AUTO LSD system
456
System operation
456
Rear differential lock system
458
Rear differential lock switch
458
Crawl Control
460
System components
460
Turning Crawl Control on
461
Selectable modes
461
Turning Crawl Control off
462
Multi-terrain Select
465
System components
466
Switching modes
466
Downhill assist control system
469
System components
469
System operation
469
Setting the speed of the downhill assist control system
469
Turning off the system
470
Driving assist systems
473
Summary of the driving assist systems
473
Trailer brake controller
480
System operation
480
Changing settings of the trailer brake type
481
Setting the Gain
481
Trailer Backup Guide
484
Procedure
484
Setup (Calibration)
485
Using Guidance mode
487
Using Straight Path Assist
487
Canceling the system
487
Trailer hitch light
488
4-6. Driving tips
490
Hybrid Electric Vehicle driving tips
490
Using Eco drive mode
490
Use of Hybrid System Indicator
490
Shift lever operation
490
Accelerator pedal/brake pedal operation
490
When braking
490
Delays
491
Highway driving
491
Air conditioning
491
Checking tire inflation pressure
491
Luggage
491
Warming up before driving
492
Off-road precautions
493
Off-road vehicle features
493
Off-road driving
494
Winter driving tips
497
Preparation for winter
497
Before driving the vehicle
498
When driving the vehicle
498
When parking the vehicle
498
Selecting tire chains
499
Regulations on the use of tire chains (vehicles without 285/65R18 tires)
500
5 Interior features
502
5-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
503
Automatic air conditioning system
503
Air conditioning controls
503
Using automatic mode
507
Front seat concentrated airflow mode (S-FLOW)
508
Adjusting the temperature for driver and front passenger seats simultaneously (SYNC mode)
509
Windshield wiper de-icer
509
Air outlet layout and operations
510
Changing the rear seat settings
511
Rear automatic air conditioning system
512
Air conditioning controls
512
Using the automatic mode
513
Air outlet layout and operations
514
Heated steering wheel/seat heaters/seat ventilators
515
Operating instructions
516
5-2. Using the interior lights
518
Interior lights list
518
Location of the interior lights
518
Personal/interior lights main switch
519
Operating the personal/interior lights
519
Ambient lights
520
Trailer hitch light switch
520
5-3. Using the storage features
522
List of storage features
522
Location of the storage features
522
Glove box
522
Cup holders
523
Bottle holders
525
Console box
526
Auxiliary boxes
527
Luggage compartment features
529
Grocery bag hooks
529
Deck board
529
5-4. Using the other interior features
532
Other interior features
532
USB charging ports
532
Wireless charger
533
Armrest
544
Assist grips
544
Coat hooks
545
Power outlet (12 VDC)
546
Power outlets (120 VAC)
547
Sun visors
553
Vanity mirrors
553
Rear door sunshades
554
Garage door opener
556
System components
556
Programming the HomeLink®
558
Operating HomeLink®
562
Erasing the entire HomeLink® memory (all three codes)
564
6 Maintenance and care
566
6-1. Maintenance and care
567
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
567
Cleaning instructions
567
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior
572
Protecting the vehicle interior
572
Cleaning the areas with satin-finish metal accents
574
Cleaning the leather areas
574
Cleaning the synthetic leather areas
574
6-2. Maintenance
575
Maintenance requirements
575
General maintenance
576
Scheduled maintenance
576
Do-it-yourself maintenance
576
General maintenance
577
Engine compartment
577
Vehicle interior
577
Vehicle exterior
578
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M) programs
580
If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on
580
Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test in the following situations:
580
When the malfunction indicator lamp still remains on after several driving trips
580
If your vehicle does not pass the I/M test
580
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
581
Do-it-yourself service precautions
581
Maintenance
581
Hood
584
Opening the hood
584
Engine compartment
585
Components
585
Checking the engine oil
585
Adding engine oil
587
Checking the coolant
589
Checking the radiator, condenser and intercooler radiators
591
Checking and adding the brake fluid
591
Adding the washer fluid
592
12-volt battery
594
Location
594
Removing the 12-volt battery cover
594
Exterior
596
Tires
597
Checking tires
597
Tire rotation
599
Tire pressure warning system
600
Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters
602
Initializing the tire pressure warning system
603
Registering ID codes
606
Selecting wheel set
608
Tire inflation pressure
610
Checking the specified tire inflation pressure
610
Inspection and adjustment procedure
610
Wheels
613
Wheel selection
613
Aluminum wheel precautions
614
Air conditioning filter
615
Removing the air conditioning filter
615
Cleaning the hybrid battery (traction battery) air intake vents
617
Cleaning the air intake vents
617
Cleaning procedure
618
Electronic key battery
622
Items to prepare
622
Replacing the battery
622
Checking and replacing fuses
625
Checking and replacing fuses
625
Light bulbs
630
Preparing for light bulb replacement
630
Bulb location
630
Replacing light bulb
632
7 When trouble arises
634
7-1. Essential information
635
Emergency flashers
635
Operating instructions
635
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency
636
Stopping the vehicle
636
If the vehicle is submerged or water on the road is rising
637
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
639
If your vehicle needs to be towed
639
Situations when it is necessary to contact dealers before towing
639
Towing with a wheel-lift type truck
639
Using a flatbed truck
641
Emergency towing
642
If you think something is wrong
643
Visible symptoms
643
Audible symptoms
643
Operational symptoms
643
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds
644
Actions to the warning lights or warning buzzers
644
If a warning message is displayed
658
If you have a flat tire
663
Before repairing the tire
663
If the hybrid system will not start
675
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.
675
The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low volume.
675
The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
675
Emergency start function
676
If you lose your keys
677
If the fuel door cannot be opened
678
Opening the fuel door
678
If the electronic key does not operate properly
679
Locking and unlocking the doors
679
Starting the hybrid system
680
If the vehicle 12-volt battery is discharged
682
Restarting the hybrid system
682
If your vehicle overheats
689
Correction procedures
689
If the vehicle becomes stuck
693
Recovering procedure
693
8 Vehicle specifications
696
8-1. Specifications
697
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
697
Dimensions and weight
697
Vehicle capacity weight
698
Seating capacity
698
Vehicle identification
698
Engine
700
Fuel
700
Electric motor (traction motor)
700
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
700
Lubrication system
701
Cooling system
702
Ignition system (spark plug)
702
Electrical system
702
Automatic transmission
703
Transfer (4WD models)
703
Differential
703
Brakes
704
Steering
704
Tires and wheels
704
Light bulbs
707
Fuel information
708
Tire information
711
Typical tire symbols
711
Typical DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)
712
Tire size
713
Tire section names
714
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
714
Glossary of tire terminology
715
8-2. Customization
722
Customizable features
722
Customizing vehicle features
722
Customizable features
723
8-3. Initialization
735
Items to initialize
735
List of items to initialize
735
9 For owners
736
9-1. For owners
737
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners
737
Reporting safety defects for Canadian owners
738
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners (in French)
739
Utilisation correcte des ceintures de sécurité
739
Guide de confort des ceintures de sécurité (pour le siège central de la troisième rangée)
739
Entretien et soin
740
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners (in French)
741
Système de coussins gonflables SRS
741
Index
748
Certifications
766
Safety Connect
766
Smart key system and immobilizer system
767
Toyota Safety Sense 2.5
769
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
770
Intuitive parking assist
771
Wireless charger
772
Garage door opener
774
Tire pressure warning system
774
2026 Toyota Sequoia Overview
Owner's Manual
The owner manual is one of the resource guides that every owner of the Toyota Sequoia 2026 should have because it is a detailed manual to understanding of the features, controls and maintenance of the vehicle. On its pages, you will be in a better position to have clear information on how to operate your Sequoia safely and efficiently including suggested driving habits and precautions. The manual also gives information of the routine maintenance schedules and the owners will be able to maintain their car in optimal shape. It also contains the tricks to troubleshooting so that you will be equipped with the information that you can use to solve the small problems before it grows out of proportions. You can also save your investment by following the instructions and recommendations of the manufacturer by getting acquainted with the owner manual and you not only improve your driving adventure, you are also saving.
Introduction
The 2026 Toyota Sequoia is one of such outstanding full-size SUVs that uses power, luxury, and versatility in the most appropriate way possible. Extremely family and adventure friendly, the vehicle has the capacity of carrying eight passengers, so all are guaranteed of a lot of space to accommodate themselves and their equipment. The Sequoia has been upgraded with advanced technology to give the driver an edge in driving both in the streets and off-road tours. This SUV is ready to get you anywhere the road can go because it is a powerful vehicle with a well planned design.
Powertrains
The Sequoia has a strong i-FORCE MAX hybrid engine with impressive horsepower and torque that will meet all your towing and hauling requirements. This engine is fitted with a very smooth 10-speed automatic gear box that gives a smooth acceleration with maximum fuel efficiency. The smart four-wheel drive system is aimed to provide better traction on different grounds and thus the Sequoia becomes the best option to those who like outdoor activities and those who need the reliable output in a wide range of driving conditions.
Trims
The 2026 Sequoia is available with various trim levels that suit various lifestyles and preferences. Starting with the well-equipped base SR5, with the most basic comforts fitted, all the versions are made to suit the different needs. The upper trims demonstrate the use of modern technologies, quality material and exclusive styling that enable customers to select the appropriate one that fits their lifestyle and financial means.
Features
The Sequoia is loaded with new technologies and is focused on comfort and connectivity. There is a roomy interior with three seating rows, rear seat entertainment systems and modern climate control. The infotainment system is intertwined with smart phones and it provides navigation, streaming music and hands free communication. The safety features are numerous such as Toyota Safety Sense technologies which will give one the confidence to go on any trip. The 2026 Toyota Sequoia provides a wide range of cargo space and powerful towing ability, to offer functionality and fun on the road.
User manual download
The Toyota Sequoia 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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