Where is the Sienna Tripod?
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The Sienna tripod is located under the chassis on the passenger side. Purpose of the tripod: The tripod in a car is used to alert following vehicles that there is a vehicle with a malfunction ahead when encountering sudden breakdowns requiring parking for repairs or accidental incidents on the road, prompting them to take caution and avoid. Usage requirements for the tripod: According to Article 60 of the "Regulations for the Implementation of the Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China," when a motor vehicle breaks down or is involved in a traffic accident on the road, obstructing traffic and making it difficult to move, the hazard warning flashers should be activated as required, and a warning sign should be placed 50 to 100 meters behind the vehicle. At night, the clearance lamps and rear position lamps should also be turned on simultaneously.
My Sienna's warning triangle is stored in a small compartment on the left side of the trunk wall, easily removable with a pull and placed in a highly visible location. When my car broke down before, I opened the tailgate and found it immediately, quickly placing it 50 meters behind to avoid rear-end collision risks. Toyota's thoughtful design secures it in an anti-slip groove, keeping it unobtrusive during normal use. If you can't find it, check under the seats or the storage compartments in the trunk floor, and don't overlook the diagrams in the user manual. Safety first—when stopping on the highway, turn on the hazard lights before placing the warning triangle to ensure good reflectivity, a habit that has saved me a few times. Regularly clear out trunk clutter to prevent the warning triangle from being covered or loosened, ensuring it doesn't fail you in critical moments.
