2008 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID audio

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before driving
Information on the hybrid system and adjusting and op-
erating features such as door locks, mirrors, and steer-
ing column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior
featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other
interior features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
7For US ownersReporting safety defects for US owners
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers .............................. 200
Headlight switch .................. 200
Fog light switch ................... 204
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 205
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 207
2-4. Using other driving systems ........................... 208
Cruise control ...................... 208
Rear view monitor system .............................. 211
Driving assist systems ........ 215
2-5. Driving information ........... 220 Utility vehicle precautions ....................... 220
Cargo and luggage ............. 225
Vehicle load limits................. 229
Winter driving tips ............... 230
Trailer towing ...................... 234
Dinghy towing ..................... 244 3-1. Using the air
conditioning system
and defogger .................. 248
Front manual air conditioning system.......... 248
Front automatic air conditioning system.......... 253
Rear manual air conditioning system.......... 261
Rear automatic air conditioning system.......... 264
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ......................... 267
Windshield wiper de-icer .............................. 269
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ........................... 270
3-2. Using the audio system ............................. 271
Audio system (without navigation system) ........... 271
Using the radio ................... 274
Using the CD player ........... 280
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ....................... 287
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 294
Using the AUX adapter....... 297
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 299
3Interior features

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3-3. Using the rear audio system ............................. 301
Rear seat entertainment system features ................ 301
Using the DVD player (DVD video)...................... 308
Using the DVD player (video CD) ........................ 316
Using the DVD player (audio CD/CD text) ........... 318
Using the DVD player (MP3 discs) ...................... 319
Using the video mode ........ 321
Changing the initial setting .............................. 323
3-4. Using the hands-free phone system (for
cellular phone)................ 330
Hands-free phone system (for cellular phone)
features ............................ 330
Using the hands-free phone system (for cellular
phone) .............................. 334
Making a phone call ........... 342
Setting a cellular phone...... 346
Security and system setup ................................ 351
Using the phone book ........ 354
3-5. Using the interior lights ............................... 361
Interior lights list ................. 361
• Personal/interior light main switch ...................... 362
• Personal/interior lights...... 362
• Interior light ...................... 363 3-6. Using the storage
features ........................... 364
List of storage features ....... 364
• Glove box ......................... 365
• Console box ..................... 365
• Overhead console ............ 366
• Cup holders ...................... 368
• Bottle holders ................... 372
• Auxiliary boxes ................. 373
• Side table ......................... 376
3-7. Other interior features...... 378 Sun visors ........................... 378
Vanity mirror ....................... 379
Conversation mirror ............ 380
Power outlet........................ 381
Seat heaters ....................... 384
Armrests ............................. 386
Floor mat ............................ 387
Luggage compartment features ............................ 388
Garage door opener ........... 394
Compass ............................ 399
4-1. Maintenance and care ...... 404 Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ................. 404
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior .................. 407
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B
Talk switch , * P. 335
Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Audio remote control switches P. 299
Climate remote control switches  P. 270
Cruise control switch
P. 208Telephone switch , * P. 335
“DISP” switch P. 190

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Vehicles without navigation system
Vehicles with navigation system
C
Audio system
P. 271
Security indicator P. 120, 124
Emergency flasher switch
Emergency flasher switchRear view
monitor/navigation
system
*
: If equipped
*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner's Manual”.
Security indicator P. 120, 124

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
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Changing “POWER” switch mode
Modes can be switched by pressing the “POWER” switch when
carrying the electronic key on your person. (The hybrid system
can be started in any mode by operating the switch at the same
time as depressing the brake pedal.)
OFF*
Emergency flashers can be
used.
ACCESSORY mode
Some electrical components
such as the audio system can
be used.
The “POWER” switch indicator
turns amber.
ON mode
All electrical components can
be used.
The “POWER” switch indicator
turns amber.
*: If the shift lever is in a posi-tion other than P when turn-
ing off the hybrid system, the
“POWER” switch will be
turned to ACCESSORY
mode, not to OFF.

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system
and defogger ................ 248
Front manual air conditioning system ....... 248
Front automatic air conditioning system ....... 253
Rear manual air conditioning system ....... 261
Rear automatic air conditioning system ....... 264
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ....................... 267
Windshield wiper de-icer ............................ 269
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ......................... 270
3-2. Using the audio system .......................... 271
Audio system (without navigation system) ......... 271
Using the radio ................. 274
Using the CD player ......... 280
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ..................... 287 Optimal use of the audio
system ........................... 294
Using the AUX adapter .... 297
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............... 299
3-3. Using the rear audio system .......................... 301
Rear seat entertainment system features ............. 301
Using the DVD player (DVD video) ................... 308
Using the DVD player (video CD)...................... 316
Using the DVD player (audio CD/CD text) ........ 318
Using the DVD player (MP3 discs) .................... 319
Using the video mode ...... 321
Changing the initial setting ............................ 323

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Interior features
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system (without navigation system)
Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to
the “Navigation System Owner's Manual”.
Type A: CD player and AM/FM radio (with CD changer controller)
Type B and C: CD player with changer and AM/FM radio
Ty p e A
Ty p e B