2008 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER air conditioning

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering 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 .............................. 192
Headlight switch .................. 192
Fog light switch ................... 196
Windshield wipers and washer .............................. 197
Rear window wiper and washer .............................. 199
2-4. Using other driving systems ........................... 200
Cruise control ...................... 200
Rear view monitor system (vehicles with
multi-information
display) ............................. 203
Downhill Assist Control system
(4WD models only) ........... 207
Driving assist systems ........ 209
2-5. Driving information ........... 214 Off-road precautions ........... 214
Cargo and luggage ............. 219
Vehicle load limits ............... 223
Winter driving tips ............... 224
Trailer towing ...................... 228
Dinghy towing ..................... 238 3-1. Using the air
conditioning system
and defogger .................. 242
Front manual air conditioning system.......... 242
Front automatic air conditioning system.......... 247
Rear manual air conditioning system.......... 255
Rear automatic air conditioning system.......... 258
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ......................... 261
Windshield wiper de-icer .............................. 263
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ........................... 264
3-2. Using the audio system ............................. 265
Audio system (without navigation system) ........... 265
Using the radio ................... 268
Using the CD player ........... 274
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ....................... 281
Optimal use of the audio system .............................. 288
Using the AUX adapter....... 291
Using the steering wheel audio switches.................. 293
3Interior features

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4-2. Maintenance ...................... 404Maintenance requirements ..................... 404
General maintenance.......... 406
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs........................... 409
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance .................... 410
Do-it-yourself service precautions ....................... 410
Hood ................................... 414
Positioning a floor jack ........ 416
Engine compartment ........... 419
Tires .................................... 433
Tire inflation pressure ......... 443
Wheels ................................ 447
Air conditioning filter............ 449
Key battery .......................... 452
Checking and replacing fuses ................................. 455
Light bulbs........................... 466
5-1. Essential information ....... 478 If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................... 478
If you think something is wrong ............................ 485
Fuel pump shut off system .............................. 486
Event data recorder ............ 487 5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency ...................... 489
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .......................... 489
If a warning message is displayed (vehicles with
multi-information
display) ............................. 498
If you have a flat tire ........... 499
If the engine will not start .................................. 510
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................... 512
If you lose your keys/ wireless remote control
transmitter ........................ 513
If the electronic key does not operate properly
(vehicles with smart
key system) ...................... 514
If the battery is discharged........................ 516
If your vehicle overheats ......................... 520
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................................. 523
6-1. Specifications ................... 526 Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) ........... 526
Fuel information.................. 539
Tire information .................. 542
6-2. Customization................... 554 Customizable features........ 554
5When trouble arises
6Vehicle specifications

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Pictorial indexInterior
Cup holders P. 362
Console box P. 359
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Vehicles with a rear automatic air conditioning system
Vehicles with a rear manual air conditioning system
Console box P. 359
Cup holders P. 362
Air conditioning
system
P. 258
Air conditioning
system
P. 255

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Pictorial indexInstrument panel
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger
switch
/rear window defogger switch P. 261
D
Vehicles with a front automatic air conditioning system
Vehicles with a front manual air conditioning system
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defogger
switch
/rear window defogger switch P. 261
Air conditioning
system
P. 247
Air conditioning
system
P. 242

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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
Multi-information display (if equipped)
The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of
driving-related data, including th e current outside temperature and
clock.
● Outside temperature
Indicates the outside tempera-
ture.
The temperature range that
can be displayed is from -40°F
(-40°C) to 122°F (50°C).
●Clock (  P. 186)
Indicates and sets the time.
● Trip information ( P. 184)
Displays cruising range, fuel
consumption and other cruis-
ing-related information.
● Automatic air conditioning
system display (if equipped)
( P. 247)
Automatically displayed when
the automatic air conditioning
is turned on.
● Rear view monitor
( P. 203)
Automatically displayed when
the shift lever is moved into the
R position.
● Warning messages
( P. 498)
Automatically displayed when
a malfunction occurs in one of
the vehicle’s systems.

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system
and defogger ................ 242
Front manual air conditioning system ....... 242
Front automatic air conditioning system ....... 247
Rear manual air conditioning system ....... 255
Rear automatic air conditioning system ....... 258
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers ....................... 261
Windshield wiper de-icer ............................ 263
Using the steering wheel climate remote control
switches ......................... 264
3-2. Using the audio system .......................... 265
Audio system (without navigation system) ......... 265
Using the radio ................. 268
Using the CD player ......... 274
Playing back MP3 and WMA discs ..................... 281 Optimal use of the audio
system ........................... 288
Using the AUX adapter .... 291
Using the steering wheel audio switches ............... 293
3-3. Using the rear audio system .......................... 295
Rear seat entertainment system features ............. 295
Using the DVD player (DVD video) ................... 302
Using the DVD player (video CD)...................... 310
Using the DVD player (audio CD/CD text) ........ 312
Using the DVD player (MP3 discs) .................... 313
Using the video mode ...... 315
Changing the initial setting ............................ 317

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Front manual air conditioning system (if equipped)
Adjusting the settings
■ Adjusting the temperature setting
Turn the temperature control dial clockwise (warm) or counter-
clockwise (cool).
If is not pressed, the system will blow ambient temperature air or
heated air.
For quick cooling, turn the temperature selector knob to the “MAX A/C”
position. The air conditioning will automatically turn on in (recir-
culated air) mode.
■ Adjusting the fan speed
Turn the fan speed control dial clockwise (increase) or counter-
clockwise (decrease).
Turn the dial to “OFF” to turn the fan off.
Fan speed control dial
Air outlet selection dial
Air conditioning ON/OFF switch
Temperature control dial
Outside air or recirculated air mode
Rear air conditioning
ON/OFF switch*
*: If equipped