2006 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID fuel consumption

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The following modes are displayed
when you push the mode button with
the ignition switch on. Each time you
push the button, the display toggles
through these modes.
In case your vehicle has a system mal-
function or if there is some information
to relate to inform, a warning message
appears on the display. See “—Warning
messages” on page 155 for details.
(a) Odometer and trip meter (enlarged
character)
(b) Energy monitor
(c) Outside temperature
(d) Current fuel consumption
The displayed values of the fuel consump-
tion indicate general driving conditions.
Accuracy varies with driving habits and
road conditions.
When the ignition switch is on, the last
previously used mode is just before the
ignition switch is off will appear.
If the electrical power source has been
disconnected from the multi −information
display, the display will automatically be
set to the initial mode.
Multiinformation display—

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When the instrument panel lights are
turned on, the brightness of the display
will be reduced.
You can adjust the brightness of the dis-
play. To adjust the brightness, see “Instru-
ment panel light control” on page 134.
CAUTION
Be sure to adjust the display only
when the vehicle is stopped.
(a) Odometer and two trip meters
The odometer and two trip meters ap-
pear on the display.
See “—Odometer and two trip meters” on
page 154 for details.
(b) Energy monitor
The operating condition of the hybrid
system appears on the display.
See “Energy monitor” on page 2 for de-
tails. (c) Outside temperature
(“OUTSIDE TEMP”)
Outside temperature appears on the
display.
The displayed temperature ranges from
− 30 C ( −22 F) up to 50 C (122 F). If the
temperature does not appear on the dis-
play or it shows “ −−”, take your vehicle to
your Toyota dealer.
(d) Current fuel consumption (“CURRENT”)
The current fuel consumption is calcu-
lated and displayed based on distance
and fuel consumption for 2 seconds.
Note that an accurate figure may not be
shown in some cases.

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The trip information indicates the fol-
lowing information.
1. Outside temperature
2. Average fuel consumption
3. Current fuel consumption
4. Driving time
5. Air conditioning system on—The air conditioned temperature is displayed.
Air conditioning system off—The air
conditioned temperature is not dis-
played.
Every time you push the “INFO” button,
the display toggles through this informa-
tion.
The displayed values in the trip informa-
tion indicate general driving conditions.
Accuracy varies with driving habits and
road conditions.
You can adjust the air conditioned temper-
ature while the trip information is operat-
ing. When 5 seconds has been passed
after adjusting the temperature or when
pushing the “INFO” button, the display will
be back to the trip information.
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1. Outside temperature
(“OUTSIDE TEMP”)
The outside temperature display indi-
cates the outside air temperature.
The displayed temperature ranges from
− 30 C ( −22 F) up to 50 C (122 F). If the
temperature does not appear or it shows
“ −−”, take your vehicle to your Toyota
dealer.
2. Average fuel consumption (“AVG”)
Average fuel consumption is calculated
and displayed based on total driving
distance and total fuel consumption
with the hybrid system turned on.
The calculation is reset by pushing and
holding the “INFO” button for about 1 sec-
ond when the average fuel consumption is
displayed. 3. Current fuel consumption
The current fuel consumption is calcu-
lated and displayed based on distance
and fuel consumption for 2 seconds
with the hybrid system turned on. 4. Driving time (“E/T”)
The elapsed time is displayed.
When the hybrid system is turned on,
driving time is counted from 0:00. Up to
11:59 (11 hours, 59 minutes) can be dis-
played. When the driving time exceeds
11:59, the counter returns to 0:00.
The calculation is reset when the ignition
switch is turned off.
1. Push the “INFO” button to display the “Information Menu” screen.
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2. Touch the “Trip Info” switch on the
screen.
Trip information appears on the screen.
When the instrument panel lights are
turned on, the brightness of the screen
will be reduced.
You can adjust the brightness of the
screen. To adjust the brightness, see the
“Navigation System Owner ’s Manual” for
the procedure.
CAUTION
Do not operate the screen while the
vehicle is moving. Be sure to operate
the screen only when the vehicle is
stopped.
Consumption screen
1. Regenerated energy in the past 30 minutes
2. Fuel consumption in the past 30 min- utes
3. Average fuel consumption
4. Outside temperature
5. Current fuel consumption
6. Trip distance
The information listed above is dis-
played when you touch the “Consump-
tion” switch on the “Energy monitor”
screen.

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The displayed values on the screen indi-
cate general driving conditions. Accuracy
varies with driving habits and road condi-
tions.
When the ignition switch is on, the last
previously used mode displayed just be-
fore the ignition switch is off will appear.
If the electrical power source is discon-
nected from the navigation system screen,
the screen will automatically be set to the
initial mode.
1. Regenerated energy in the past 30 minutes
The regenerated energy in the past 30
minutes is indicated with symbols.
One symbol indicates 50 Wh. Up to 4
symbols will be shown. The energy of 50
Wh illuminates a 50 W bulb for an hour. 2. Fuel consumption in the past 30 minutes
Fuel consumption in the past 30 min-
utes is displayed. 3. Average fuel consumption
(“AVERAGE”)
Average fuel consumption is calculated
and displayed based on total driving
distance and total fuel consumption.
The calculation is reset by touching the
“Reset” switch. The trip distance is also
reset. 4. Outside temperature (“OUTSIDE TEMP”)
Outside temperature is displayed.
The displayed temperature ranges from
− 30 C ( −22 F) up to 50 C (122 F). If the
temperature does not appear or it shows
“ −−”, take your vehicle to your Toyota
dealer.
The outside temperature is also displayed
on the “Energy Monitor” screen.
5. Current fuel consumption (“Current”)
The current fuel consumption is calcu-
lated and displayed based on distance
and fuel consumption. 6. Trip distance
The trip distance is displayed.
The calculation is reset by touching the
“Reset” switch. The average fuel con-
sumption is also reset.
Up to 6499 km or 6499 miles can be
displayed. When the trip distance exceeds
6499 km or 6499 miles, the distance re-
turns to 0 km or 0 mile.

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INFORMATION BEFORE DRIVING YOUR
TOYOTA
Information before driving your Toyota
Utility vehicle precautions 300
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Break −in period 301
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Fuel 301
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Operation in foreign countries 303
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Three −way catalytic converters 304
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Engine exhaust cautions 305
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Facts about engine oil consumption 305
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Iridium −tipped spark plugs 306
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Brake system 307
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Brake pad wear limit indicators 308
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Electric power steering system 308
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Your Toyota’s identification 309
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Theft prevention labels 310
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Suspension and chassis 310
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Tire information 311
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Vehicle load limits 319
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Cargo and luggage 320
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Types of tires 322
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SECTION 2

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CAUTION
Avoid inhaling the engine exhaust.
It contains carbon monoxide, which
is a colorless and odorless gas. It
can cause unconsciousness or even
death.
Make sure the exhaust system has
no holes or loose connections. The
system should be checked from
time to time. If you hit something,
or notice a change in the sound of
the exhaust, have the system
checked immediately.
Do not run the hybrid system in a
garage or other enclosed areas ex-
cept to drive the vehicle in or out.
In enclosed areas, exhaust gases
cannot escape, making this a partic-
ularly dangerous situation.
Do not remain for a long time in a
parked vehicle with the hybrid sys-
tem on. If it is unavoidable, howev-
er, make sure to park the vehicle in
an unclosed area and adjust the
heating or cooling system to force
outside air into the vehicle.
Keep the back door closed while
driving. An open or unsealed back
door may cause exhaust gases to
be drawn into the vehicle.
To allow proper operation of your
vehicle’s ventilation system, keep
the inlet grilles in front of the wind-
shield clear of snow, leaves, or oth-
er obstructions.
If you smell exhaust fumes in the
vehicle, drive with the windows
open and the back door closed.
Have the cause immediately located
and corrected.
FUNCTIONS OF ENGINE OIL
Engine oil has the primary functions of
lubricating and cooling the inside of the
engine, and plays a major role in main-
taining the engine in proper working order.
ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION
It is normal that an engine should con-
sume some engine oil during normal
engine operation. The causes of oil
consumption in a normal engine are as
follows.
Oil is used to lubricate pistons, piston
rings and cylinders. A thin film of oil
is left on the cylinder wall when a pis-
ton moves downwards in the cylinder.
High negative pressure generated when
the vehicle is decelerating sucks some
of this oil into the combustion chamber.
This oil as well as some part of the oil
film left on the cylinder wall is burned
by the high temperature combustion
gases during the combustion process.
Oil is also used to lubricate the stems
of the intake valves. Some of this oil
is sucked into the combustion chamber
together with the intake air and is
burned along with the fuel. High tem-
perature exhaust gases also burn the
oil used to lubricate the exhaust valve
stems.
Engine exhaust cautions Facts about engine oil
consumption