2009 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID change key battery

50 1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors
The setting changes each time an operation is performed, as shown below.
(When changing the setting continuously, release the buttons, wait for at
least 5 seconds, and repeat step 2.)Unlock the doors using the wireless remote control and open one of
the doors.
If a door is not opened within 60 seconds after is pressed,
the doors will be locked again and the alarm will automatically be
set.
In case that the alarm is triggered, immediately stop the alarm.
(→P. 127)
■ Battery-saving function
In the following circumstances, the entry function is disabled in order to pre-
vent the 12-volt battery from discharging and the electronic key battery from
depleting.
●When the entry function has not been used for 2 weeks or more
● When the electronic key has been left within approximately 3 ft. (1 m) of
the vehicle for 10 minutes or more
The system will resume operation when...
● The vehicle is locked using the door handle lock button.
● The vehicle is locked/unlocked using the wireless remote control func-
tion. ( →P. 6 5 )
● The vehicle is locked/unlocked using the mechanical key. ( →P. 526)
Multi-information
displayUnlocking doorsBeep
Hold the driver's door han-
dle to unlock only the
driver's door.
Exterior: Beeps three
times
Interior: Pings once
Hold the front passenger’s
door handle to unlock all
doors.
Hold either front door han-
dle to unlock all doors.Exterior: Beeps twice
Interior: Pings once
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1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Before driving
■
Electronic key battery depletion
●The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years. (The battery becomes depleted
even if the electronic key is not used.) If the smart key system or the
wireless remote control function does not operate, or the detection area
becomes smaller, the battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when
necessary. ( →P. 464)
● To avoid serious deterioration, do not leave the electronic key within 3 ft.
(1 m) of the following electrical appliances that produce a magnetic field.
•TVs
• Personal computers
• Recharging cellular phones or cordless phones
• Table lamps
■ To operate the system properly
Make sure to carry the electronic key when operating the system. Do not get
the electronic key too close to the vehicle when operating the system from
the outside of the vehicle.
Depending on the position and holding condition of the electronic key, the
key may not be detected correctly and the system may not operate properly.
(The alarm may go off accidentally, or the door lock prevention may not func-
tion.)
■ Note for the entry function
●Even when the electronic key is within the effective range (detection
areas), the system may not operate properly in the following cases.
• The electronic key is too close to the window or outside door handle,
near the ground, or in a high place when the doors are locked or
unlocked.
• The electronic key is on the instrument panel, luggage cover, floor or in the glove box when the hybrid system is started or “POWER” switch
modes are changed.
● As long as the electronic key is within the effective range, the doors may
be locked or unlocked by anyone.
● Even if the electronic key is not inside the vehicle, it may be possible to
start the hybrid system if the electronic key is near the window.

66 1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors
■Door lock buzzer
If a door is not fully closed, a buzzer sounds continuously if an attempt to
lock the door is made. Fully close the door to stop the buzzer, and lock the
vehicle once more.
■ Electronic key battery depletion
→P. 5 1
■ If the wireless remote contro l does not operate properly
● Locking and unlocking the doors: Use the mechanical key. ( →P. 526)
● Starting the hybrid system. ( →P. 178)
■ Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
■ When the electronic key battery is fully depleted
→P. 464
■ Alarm
Using the wireless remote control to lock the doors will set the alarm system.
(→P. 127)
■ Conditions affecting operation
→P. 4 9
■ Customization that can be co nfigured at Toyota dealer
Settings (e.g. wireless remote control) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 567)
■ Reversing the operation of the power back door
Pressing the wireless remote control switch again while the power back door
is operating will cause the operation to reverse. However, the reverse opera-
tion cannot be performed for the first second after automatic operation \
starts,
even if the wireless remote control switch is pressed again.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
To change “POWER” switch modes: Within 5 seconds of the
buzzer sounding, release the
brake pedal and press the
“POWER” switch. Modes can be changed each time the
switch is pressed. ( →P. 179)
To start the hybrid system: Press the “POWER” switch within
5 seconds after the buzzer so unds, keeping the brake pedal
depressed.
In the event that the hybrid syst em still cannot be operated, contact
your Toyota dealer.
■ Stopping the hybrid system
Shift the shift lever to P and press the “POWER” switch as you normally do
when stopping the hybrid system.
■ Replacing the electronic key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the
electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery depletes.
(→P. 464)
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578 Alphabetical index
Back-up lightsReplacing light bulbs ............. 478
Wattage ................................. 551
Back door Back door ................................78
Wireless remote control ..........65
Smart key system... .................44
Battery
Checking ............................... 443
Hybrid battery (traction battery)....................33
If the vehicle has a discharged 12-volt
battery ................................. 528
Preparing and checking before winter .................................. 236
Bluetooth
\b................................ 342
Bottle holder ............................. 380
Brakes Fluid ...................................... 442
Parking brake ........................ 187
Brake assist .............................. 220
Break-in tips ............................. 169 Care
Exterior.................................. 412
Interior ................................... 415
Seat belts .............................. 416
Cargo capacity ......................... 235
Cargo hooks ............................. 396
CD changer............................... 288
CD player .................................. 288
Chains ....................................... 236
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition........ 152
Booster seats, installation ..... 155
Convertible seats, definition ............................. 152
Convertible seats, installation........................... 155
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........... 145
Infant seats, definition ........... 152
Infant seats, installation ........ 155
Installing CRS with lower anchorages ......................... 157
Installing CRS with seat
belts .................................... 159
Installing CRS with top straps .................................. 162
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