2008 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER automatic transmission

492 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Follow the correction procedures.After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning light turns off.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
Open door warning light
(warning buzzer)
*1
Indicates that a door is not
fully closed. Check that all doors are
closed.
Low fuel level warning
light Indicates that remaining
fuel is about 2.2 gal. (8.3
L, 1.8 lmp. gal.) or less Refuel the vehicle.
Driver’s seat belt
reminder light
(warning buzzer)
*2
Warns the driver to fasten
his/her seat belt. Fasten the seat belt.
*3
*4
(On the center
panel) Front passenger’s seat
belt reminder light
(warning buzzer)
*2
Warns the front passen-
ger to fasten his or her
seat belt.
Fasten the seat belt.
Automatic transmission
fluid temperature warning
light (vehicles without
multi-information display) Indicates that the auto-
matic transmission fluid
temperature is too high. Stop the vehicle in a safe
place and shift the shift
lever to “P”.
If the light does not go off,
contact your Toyota dealer.

532 6-1. Specifications
Automatic transaxle
Transfer (4WD models)
Fluid capacity (drain and refill) 3.7 qt. (3.5 L, 3.1 Imp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS”
may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission
accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic transmis-
sion of your vehicle.
Oil capacity 1.0 qt. (0.9 L, 0.8 Imp.qt.)
Oil typeHypoid gear oil API GL-5
Recommended oil viscosityAbove 0
F (-18 C): SAE 90
Below 0 F (-18 C): SAE 80W or 80W-90

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C (Air conditioning system) ........... 247, 242, 258, 255
ABS (Anti-lock brake system) ................................... 207
Air conditioning filter............... 449
Air conditioning system (A/C) Air conditioning filter .............. 449
Front automatic air
conditioning system ............ 247
Front manual air conditioning
system ................................ 242
Rear automatic air conditioning system ............ 258
Rear manual air conditioning system ................................ 255
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions............................ 125
Airbag precautions for your
child .................................... 129
Airbag warning light............... 490
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions............................ 125
Curtain shield airbag precautions ......................... 129
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 134
General airbag
precautions ......................... 129
Locations of airbags .............. 122
Modification and disposal of airbags ................................ 133
Proper driving posture ........................ 120, 129
Side airbag operating
conditions............................ 125
Side airbag precautions ........ 129
SRS airbags .......................... 122 Alarm......................................... 116
Antenna .................................... 271
Anti-lock brake system
(ABS) ...................................... 207
Armrest ..................................... 380
Audio input ............................... 291
Audio system A/V input adapter .................. 315
Antenna................................. 271
Audio input ............................ 291
Audio visual input .................. 315
AUX adapter ......................... 291
CD player/changer ................ 274
DVD player............................ 302
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 281
Optimal use ........................... 288
Portable music player ........... 291
Radio..................................... 268
Rear seat entertainment system ................................ 295
Steering wheel audio switch.................................. 293
Type ...................................... 265
Audio visual input.................... 315
Automatic light control system .................................... 192
Automatic transmission .......... 171
AUX adapter ............................. 291
Auxiliary box ........................... 367
A/V input adapter ..................... 315
BA (Brake assist) ..................... 207
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 466
Wattage................................. 538
Back door Back door ................................ 68
Wireless remote control .......... 53
Smart key system .. ................. 32A
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Seat heaters.............................. 378
Seating capacity....................... 223
SeatsAdjustment ........................75, 78
Adjustment precaution ......77, 86
Child seats/child restraint system installation .............. 144
Cleaning ................................ 401
Head restraint..........................87
Properly sitting in the seat ..... 120
Seat heaters .......................... 378
Service reminder indicators .............................. 179
Shift lever
Automatic transmission ......... 171
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P................. 512
Shift lock system ..................... 512
Shopping bag hooks ............... 382
Side airbags.............................. 122
Side marker lights Replacing .............................. 466
Switch.................................... 192
Wattage ................................. 538
Side mirrors Adjusting and folding ...............99
Side table .................................. 369
Smart key system Entry function ..........................32
Starting the engine ................165
Spare tire Inflation pressure................... 534
Spare tire............................... 499
Spark plug ................................ 531
Specifications........................... 526
Speech command switch ........ 329
Speedometer ............................ 177
Steering Column lock release...... 166, 169 Steering wheel
Adjustment .............................. 96
Audio switches ...................... 293
Climate remote control switches .............................. 264
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 466
Wattage................................. 538
Storage feature ........................ 358
Storage precautions ................ 221
Stuck If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 523
Sun visors ................................ 371
Switch
Engine switch ................ 164, 168
Fog light switch ..................... 196
Ignition switch ............... 164, 168
Light switches ....................... 192
Power door lock switch ........... 65
Power window switch ............ 101
SNOW switch ........................ 172
Window lock switch ............... 101
Wiper and washer switch.......................... 197, 199
Tachometer .............................. 177
Tail lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 466
Switch ................................... 192
Wattage................................. 538
Talk switch ............................... 329
Telephone switch..................... 329
Theft deterrent system Alarm..................................... 116
Engine immobilizer system ... 110
Theft prevention labels ........... 119
Tire inflation pressure ............. 443
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What to do if...
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or
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ABS warning lightAutomatic transmission fluid temper-
ature warning light
Tire pressure warning
light
Electric power steering
warning light
The warning message is
displayedP. 498If a warning message is displayed