2009 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER washer fluid

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2-3. Operating the lights and wipers
2
When driving
■
The windshield wipers and washer can be operated when
Vehicles without smart key system
The engine switch is in
the“ON” position.
Vehicles with smart key system
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■ If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked and if there is washer fluid in
the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
NOTICE
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■ When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be caused if the lever is pulled
toward you and held continually.
■ When a nozzle is blocked
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.
Wash/wipe operation
Wipers operate automatically.

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2-5. Driving information
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving
the vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropri-
ate to the prevailing weather conditions.
■ Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tem-
peratures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
● Have a service technician inspect the level and specific grav-
ity of battery electrolyte.
● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set
of tire chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains
match the size of the tires.
■Before driving the vehicle
Observe the following according to the driving conditions.
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is
frozen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice.
Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
● To ensure proper operation of th e climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents
in front of the windshield.
● Remove any ice that has accumu lated on the vehicle chassis.
● Periodically check for and remove any excess ice or snow
that may have accumulated in the wheel well or on the
brakes.

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4-2. Maintenance
General maintenance
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Battery Maintenance-free. ( →P. 449)
Brake fluid At the correct level? (→P. 448)
Engine coolant At the correct level? (→P. 445)
Engine oil At the correct level? (→P. 440)
Exhaust system No fumes or strange sounds?
Radiator/condenser/hoses Not blocked with foreign matter?
(
→P. 447)
Washer fluid At the correct level? (→P. 452)
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in the “Scheduled Maintenance
Guide” or “Owner’s Manual Supp lement”. It is recommended that
any problem you notice should be brought to the attention of your
Toyota dealer or qualifie d service shop for advice.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
ItemsParts and tools
Fuses ( →P. 475)• Fuse with same amperage rating
as original
Radiator and condenser (→P. 447) ⎯
Tire inflation pressure (
→P. 463) • Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
(→P. 452) • Water washer fluid containing
antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Engine compartment
2.7 L 4-cylinder (1AR-FE) engine
Washer fluid tank (→P. 452)
Engine oil filler cap (→ P. 441)
Engine oil level dipstick (→ P. 440)
Engine coolant reservoir (→ P. 445)Battery ( →P. 449)
Brake fluid reservoir (→ P. 448)
Fuse boxes ( →P. 475)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( →P. 447)
Radiator ( →P. 447)

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3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine
Washer fluid tank (→P. 452)
Engine oil filler cap (→ P. 441)
Engine oil level dipstick (→ P. 440)
Engine coolant reservoir (→ P. 445)Battery ( →P. 449)
Brake fluid reservoir (→ P. 448)
Fuse boxes ( →P. 475)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( →P. 447)
Radiator ( →P. 447)

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Washer fluidAdd washer fluid in the following
situations.
●Any washer does not work.
● The low washer fluid warning
light comes on (vehicles with-
out multi-information display).
● The warning message
appears on the multi-informa-
tion display (vehicles with
multi-information display).
CAUTION
■When adding the washer fluid
Do not add the washer fluid when the engine is hot or running, as the washer
fluid contains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the engine etc.
NOTICE
■Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid.
Doing so may cause streaking on the vehicle’s painted surfaces.
■ Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary.
Refer to the freezing temperatures listed on the washer fluid tank.

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Low washer fluid warning
light (vehicles without
multi-information display)Low level of washer fluid Fill the tank.
(U.S.A.) Engine oil replacement
reminder light (vehicles
without multi-information
display)
Illuminates for about 3 sec-
onds and then flashes for
about 12 seconds: Indicates
that the engine oil is sched-
uled to be changed.
Check and change the
engine oil if necessary.
Comes on and remains:
Indicates that the engine oil
should be changed. Check and change the
engine oil.
Tire pressure warning
light
When the light comes on:
Low tire inflation pressure
Adjust the tire inflation
pressure.
When the light comes on
after blinking for 1 minute:
Malfunction in the tire
pressure warning system Have the system checked
by your Toyota dealer.
Master warning light
(vehicles with multi-infor-
mation display)
A buzzer sounds and the
warning light comes on
and flashes to indicate that
the master warning system
has detected a malfunc-
tion. →P. 5 2 1
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure