2008 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER immobilizer

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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1-1. Key information .................. 30Keys ..................................... 30
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors ............. 32
Smart key system................. 32
Wireless remote control ....... 53
Side doors ............................ 64
Back door ............................. 68
Glass hatch .......................... 73
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors,
steering wheel) ................. 75
Front seats ........................... 75
Rear seats ............................ 78
Head restraints ..................... 87
Seat belts ............................. 90
Steering wheel ..................... 96
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror .................................. 97
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 99
1-4. Opening and closing the windows and
moon roof ....................... 101
Power windows .................. 101
Moon roof ........................... 103
1-5. Refueling ........................... 106 Opening the fuel tank cap ................................... 106 1-6. Theft deterrent
system ............................. 110
Engine immobilizer system .............................. 110
Alarm .................................. 116
Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.)............................. 119
1-7. Safety information ............ 120 Correct driving posture ....... 120
SRS airbags ....................... 122
Front passenger occupant classification system ......... 134
Child restraint systems ....... 140
Installing child restraints ..... 144
2-1. Driving procedures........... 156 Driving the vehicle .............. 156
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles with smart key
system) ............................. 164
Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without smart
key system) ...................... 168
Automatic Transmission ..... 171
Turn signal lever ................. 175
Parking brake ..................... 176
2-2. Instrument cluster ............ 177 Gauges and meters ............ 177
Indicators and warning lights ................................. 179
Multi-information display ..... 183
1Before driving
2When driving

Before driving1
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1-1. Key information................ 30Keys ................................... 30
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors ........... 32
Smart key system .............. 32
Wireless remote control ..... 53
Side doors .......................... 64
Back door ........................... 68
Glass hatch ........................ 73
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)............... 75
Front seats ......................... 75
Rear seats.......................... 78
Head restraints................... 87
Seat belts ........................... 90
Steering wheel ................... 96
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ............................... 97
Outside rear view mirrors ... 99 1-4. Opening and closing the
windows and
moon roof ..................... 101
Power windows ................ 101
Moon roof ......................... 103
1-5. Refueling......................... 106 Opening the fuel tank cap ................................. 106
1-6. Theft deterrent system .......................... 110
Engine immobilizer system ........................... 110
Alarm................................ 116
Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.) .......................... 119
1-7. Safety information ......... 120 Correct driving posture..... 120
SRS airbags ..................... 122
Front passenger occupant classification system ...... 134
Child restraint systems..... 140
Installing child restraints ........................ 144

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1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system (if equipped)
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type of engine immobilizer system.
■ Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the key is in contact with a metallic object
● If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system
(key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
The vehicle's keys have built-in tran sponder chips that prevent the
engine from starting if the key has not been previously registered in
the vehicle's on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
Vehicles without smart key
system: The indicator light
flashes after the key has been
removed from the engine
switch to indicate that the sys-
tem is operating.
Vehicles with smart key sys-
tem: The indicator light flashes
after the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch has been turned
OFF to indicate that the sys-
tem is operating.Vehicles without navigation
system
Vehicles with navigation system

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1-6. Theft deterrent system
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Before driving
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Certifications for the engine immobilizer system
●For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
Vehicles without smart key system
FCC ID: MOZRI-20BTY
Vehicles with smart key system
FCC ID: NI4TMIMB-1
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC WARNING:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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1-6. Theft deterrent system
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Before driving
NOTICE
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To prevent damage to the key
Do not modify, remove or disable the engine immobilizer system. If any
unauthorized changes or modifications are made, the proper operation of
the system cannot be guaranteed.

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■Steering lock release
■ If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P. 110)
■ When the “ENGINE START STOP” s witch indicator flashes in amber
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your
Toyota dealer immediately.
■ Auto power OFF function
If the vehicle is left in ACC mode for more than an hour with the shift lever in
P, the “ENGINE START STOP” switch will automatically turn OFF.
■ Key battery depletion
P. 3 9
■ When the electronic key battery is discharged
P. 453
■ Conditions affecting operation
P. 3 7
■ Note for the entry function
P. 3 9
Make sure that the steering wheel lock is
released.
To release the steering wheel lock, gently
turn the wheel left or right while pressing
the “ENGINE START STOP” switch.
When the steering wheel lock does not
release, the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch indicator will flash green.

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2-1. Driving procedures
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When driving
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Turning the key from “ACC” to “LOCK”
■ Steering lock release
■ If the engine does not start (vehic les with engine immobilizer system)
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P. 110)
■ Key reminder function
A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened, while the engine switch is in
“LOCK” or “ACC” position to remind you to remove the key.
CAUTION
■When starting the engine
Always start the engine while sitting in the driver's seat. Do not press the
accelerator while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■ Caution when driving
Do not turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position while driving. If, in an
emergency, you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the
key only to the “ACC” position.
Shift the shift lever to P.
(P. 171)
Push in the key and turn to the
“LOCK” position.STEP1
STEP2
When starting the engine, the engine
switch may seem stuck in the “LOCK”
position. To free it, turn the key while turn-
ing the steering wheel slightly in either
direction.

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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
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Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the
vehicle’s systems. ( P. 489)
*1:These lights turn on when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch or the
engine switch is turned to ON to indicate that a system check is
being performed. They will turn off after the engine is started, or after
a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light
does not come on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Toyota dealer for details.
*2: Vehicles without multi-information display
*3: Vehicles with multi-information display
*4: Vehicles without navigation system
*5: Vehicles with navigation system
“VSC OFF” indicator
( P. 211)Cruise control indicator
( P. 200)
(if equipped)
Engine immobilizer/theft
deterrent system indica-
tor ( P. 110, 116)
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