2008 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER battery

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the batter y is discharged
The following procedures may be used to start the engine if the vehi-
cle's battery is discharged.
You can call your Toyota dealer or qualified repair shop.
If you have a set of jumper (or boo ster) cables and a second vehi-
cle with a 12-volt battery, you can jump start your Toyota following
the steps below.
Connecting the jumper cables
If required, remove all vent plugs from the booster battery. Lay a
cloth over the open vents on t he booster battery. (This helps
reduce the explosion hazard, personal injuries and burns.)
Positive (+) battery terminal on your vehicle
Positive (+) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Negative (-) battery terminal on the second vehicle
Connect the jumper cable to ground on your vehicle as shown in
the illustration.
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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■
Starting the engine when the battery is discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
■ Avoiding a discharged battery
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is turned
off.
● Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is run-
ning at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic, etc.
■ When the battery is removed or discharge
●The power back door must be initialized ( P. 71)
● The tire inflation pressure warning system must be initialized. ( P. 435)
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain at that level for approximately 5
minutes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Vehicles with smart key system: Open and close any of the
doors with the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and turn
the “ENGINE START STOP” switch or the engine switch to
ON, then start the vehicle's engine.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order in which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle checked at your Toyota
dealer as soon as possible.STEP2
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CAUTION
■Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the battery.
●Make sure the jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal and that it
is not unintentionally in contact with any part other than the intended termi-
nal.
● Do not allow the jumper cables to come into contact with the “+” and “-” ter-
minals.
● Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near
the battery.
■ Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while
related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following pre-
cautions when handling the battery.
●When working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care
not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing
or the vehicle body.
● Do not lean over the battery.
● In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention
can be received.
● Always wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and
other battery-related parts.
● Do not allow children near the battery.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Ignition system
Electrical system
Rear differential (4WD models)
Spark plug
Make
Gap
DENSO FK20HR11
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■
Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust gap when tuning engine.
Battery
Open voltage* at
68 F (20 C): 12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2  12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8
 12.0 V Discharged
(*: Voltage is checked 20 minutes
after the engine and all the lights are
turned off)
Charging rates 5 A max.
Oil capacity1.0 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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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Tire related termMeaning
Normal occupant
weight 150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
* that
follows
Occupant distribution Distribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci-
fied in the third column of Table 1
* below
Production options
weight The combined weight of installed regular pro-
duction options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in
excess of the standard items which they
replace, not previously considered in curb
weight or accessory weight, including heavy
duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty
12-volt battery, and special trim
Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube
assembly upon which the tire beads are seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter) Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designation Rim diameter and width
Rim type designation The industry manufacturer's designation for a
rim by style or code
Rim width Nominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity
weight (Total load
capacity) The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb.
(68 kg) times the vehicl
e's designated seating
capacity
Vehicle maximum load
on the tire The load on an individual tire that is determined
by distributing to each axle its share of the
maximum loaded vehicle weight, and dividing
by two
Vehicle normal load
on the tire The load on an individual tire that is determined
by distributing to each axle its share of curb
weight, accessory weight, and normal occu-
pant weight (distributed in accordance with
Ta b l e 1
* below), and dividing by two

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Vehicle specifications
6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Power back door • After reconnecting or changing the
battery
• After changing a fuse P. 6 8
Tire pressure warning
system • When tire pressure sensors are
replaced
• When driving with the tires inflated to a higher than standard tire pres-
sure P. 433
The following items must be initia
lized for normal system operation
in cases such as after the battery is reconnected, or maintenance is
performed on the vehicle.

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Alphabetical index
Battery
Checking .............................. 430
If the vehicle has discharged
battery ................................ 516
Preparing and checking before
winter ................................. 224
Bluetooth
............................... 328
Bottle holder ............................ 366
Brakes
Fluid...................................... 428
Parking brake ....................... 176
Brake assist ............................. 207
Break-in tips ............................ 157
Care Exterior ................................. 398
Interior .................................. 401
Seat belts ............................. 402
Cargo capacity ........................ 223
Cargo hooks ............................ 382
CD changer .............................. 274
CD player ................................. 274
Chains ...................................... 224
Child restraint system (CRS) Booster seats, definition ....... 140
Booster seats, installation .... 144
Convertible seats, definition............................. 140
Convertible seats, installation .......................... 144
Front passenger occupant
classification system .......... 134
Infant seats, definition .......... 140
Infant seats, installation ........ 144
Installing CRS with lower anchorages ........................ 150
Installing CRS with seat
belts ................................... 146
Installing CRS with top straps ................................. 151 Child safety
Airbag precautions ................129
Battery precautions .......431, 518
Child restraint system............140
Child-protectors .......................66
How your child should wear
the seat belt ..........................93
Installing child restraints ........144
Moon roof precautions ..........105
Power window lock switch.....101
Power window precautions ...102
Removed key battery
precautions .........................454
Seat belt extender
precautions ...........................95
Seat belt precautions ..............94
Seat heater precautions ........379
Child-protectors .........................66
Cleaning Exterior ..................................398
Interior ...................................401
Seat belts ..............................402
Clock .................................183, 373
Compass ...................................393
Condenser ................................428
Console box .............................359
Conversation mirror ................374
Cooling system Engine overheating ...............520
Cruise control...........................200
Cup holders ..............................362
Curtain shield airbags .............122
Customizable features.............554
Daytime running light system ....................................194
Defogger
Rear window .........................261
Side mirrors ...........................261
Dimension.................................526
Dinghy towing ..........................238
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DisplayTrip information ..................... 183
Warning message ................. 498
Do-it-yourself main tenance..... 410
Door courtesy lights
Door courtesy lights .............. 355
Wattage ................................. 538
Doors
Door glasses ......................... 101
Door lock ..................... 32, 53, 64
Side mirrors .............................99
Downhill assist control system .................................... 213
Driver's seat belt reminder
light ......................................... 492
Driving Break-in tips .......................... 157
Correct posture ..................... 120
Procedures ............................ 156
Winter driving tips.................. 224
DVD player ................................ 302
Electric power steering (EPS) ....................................... 209
Electronic key
If your electronic key battery is discharged .......................... 514
Emergency, in case of
If the back door opener is inoperative ............................70
If the electronic key does not
operate properly.................. 514
If the engine will not start ...... 510
If the shift lever cannot be shifted ................................. 512
If the vehicle has discharged battery ................................. 516
If the warning buzzer sounds... ............................ 489
If the warning light turns
on ........................................ 489 If the warning message is
displayed ............................ 498
If you have a flat tire ............. 499
If you lose your keys/ wireless remote control
transmitter........................... 513
If you think something is wrong .................................. 485
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 523
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .................................. 478
If your vehicle overheats ....... 520
Engine
Compartment ........................ 419
“ENGINE START STOP” switch (ignition switch) ........ 164
Engine switch (ignition switch) ................... 168
Hood ..................................... 414
How to start the
engine ......................... 165, 168
Identification number............. 527
If the engine will not start ...... 510
Ignition switch (“ENGINE START STOP” switch)........ 164
Ignition switch (engine switch) ................... 168
Overheating .......................... 520
Engine compartment cover .... 420
Engine coolant Capacity ................................ 530
Checking ............................... 426
Preparing and checking before winter .................................. 224
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ...................................... 177
Engine immobilizer system .... 110
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