2010 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID warning lights

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2-2. Instrument cluster
2
When driving
*1: For vehicles sold in U.S.A.
*2: For vehicles sold in Canada
*3: These lights turn on when the “POWER” switch is turned to ON
mode to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will
turn off after the hybrid system 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.
■ Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the
vehicle’s systems. ( P. 502)
“ECON” indicator
(P. 187)“READY” indicator
( P. 180)
Variable economy zone
indicator ( P. 172)“EV” indicator ( P. 184)
(red
indicator)
(yellow
indicator)
*1, 5*1, 4*1*1, 5*1, 4*1*1, 5*1, 4
*1*1*2*3
*1

196 2-2. Instrument cluster
CAUTION
■If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS airbag warning light
not come on when you start the hybrid system, this could mean that these
systems are not available to help protect you in an accident, which could
result in death or serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota
dealer immediately if this occurs.
*1: These lights turn on when the “POWER” switch is turned to ON mode to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will
turn off after the hybrid system 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 navigation system
*3: Vehicles with navigation system
*4: For vehicles sold in U.S.A.
*5: For vehicles sold in Canada

476 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
12 A/C NO.110 A Air conditioning system
13 FUEL OPN 7.5 A Fuel filler door opener
14 S/ROOF 30 A Electric moon roof
15 TAIL 15 AParking lights, tail lights, license
plate lights, front fog lights, trailer
lights
16 PANEL 7.5 AGlove box light, emergency flash-
ers, audio system, outside rear
view mirror defoggers, power door
lock system, seat heaters, rear
seat entertainment system, instru-
ment panel light control dial, elec-
tronic controlled transmission
switch, transmission, steering
switches
17 ECU IG NO.1 10 A Multiplex communication system,
electric moon roof, electronically
controlled transmission system,
power back door, seat heaters, tire
pressure warning system, elec-
tronic power steering, transmission
18 ECU IG NO.2 7.5 A VDIM
19 A/C NO.2 10 AAir conditioning system, FAN NO.1,
FAN NO.2
20 WASH 20 A Windshield wipers and washer
21 S-HTR 20 A Seat heaters
22 GAUGE NO.1 10 A Audio system, outside rear view
mirror defoggers, back-up lights,
charging system, emergency flash-
ers, traction control system, instru-
ment panel light control dial,
windshield wiper deicer
23 FR WIP 30 A Windshield wipers and washer
FuseAmpereCircuit

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light tur ns on or a war ning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Toyota dealer.
*: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer:
A buzzer sounds to indicate that the parking brake is still engaged (with
the vehicle having reached a speed of 3 mph [5 km/h]).
Electronically controlled brake system warning buzzer:
A buzzer sounds to indicate that a malfunction has occurred that could
lead to a loss of brake effectiveness.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Brake system warning light
in red (warning buzzer)*
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is
fully released, the system is operating normally.
• Malfunction in the electronically controlled brake system
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.

504 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Brake system warning light in yellowIndicates a malfunction in:
• The regenerative brake system; or
• The electronically controlled brake system
Electric power steering warning light Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steer-
ing) system.
■ If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following:
● Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.
● Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The light will go off after taking several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer
as soon as possible.
■ Brake system warning light operation
The following does not indicate a malfunction:
●After the hybrid system is turned on, the red and yellow brake system
warning lights may stay on for about 60 seconds.
● Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may turn on the red brake system
warning light and buzzer.
Warning lightWarning light/Details

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C .................... 256, 262, 271, 274
ABS........................................... 222
Air conditioning filter .............. 462
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ............. 462
Front automatic air conditioning system ........... 262
Front manual air conditioning system ........... 256
Rear automatic air
conditioning system ........... 274
Rear manual air conditioning system ........... 271
Airbags Airbag operating conditions ........................... 139
Airbag precautions for your child.................................... 143
Airbag warning light .............. 503
Curtain shield airbag
operating conditions ........... 139
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ........................ 143
Front passenger occupant classification system .......... 148
General airbag precautions ........................ 143
Locations of airbags ............. 136
Modification and disposal
of airbags ........................... 147
Proper driving
posture ....................... 134, 143
Side airbag operating conditions ........................... 139
Side airbag precautions........ 143
SRS airbags ......................... 136
Alarm ........................................ 130
Antenna .................................... 287
Anti-lock brake system ........... 222
Armrest .................................... 395
Audio input .............................. 307 Audio system
Antenna .................................287
Audio input ............................307
Audio visual input ..................331
AUX adapter..........................307
A/V input adapter ..................331
CD player/changer ................290
DVD player ............................318
MP3/WMA disc......................297
Optimal use ...........................304
Portable music player............307
Radio .....................................284
Rear seat entertainment system ................................311
Steering wheel audio switch ..................................309
Type ......................................281
Audio visual input ....................331
Automatic light control system ....................................207
AUX adapter .............................307
Auxiliary box ........................... 383
A/V input adapter .....................331
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs .............479
Wattage .................................553
Back door Back door ................................78
Wireless remote control ..........65
Smart key system... .................44
Battery Checking ...............................444
Hybrid battery (traction battery)....................33
If the vehicle has a discharged 12-volt
battery .................................530
Preparing and checking before winter .......................238
Bluetooth
®................................344
Bottle holder .............................382
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BrakesFluid ...................................... 443
Parking brake ........................ 189
Brake assist .............................. 222
Break-in tips ............................. 171
Care Exterior .................................. 414
Interior ................................... 417
Seat belts .............................. 418
Cargo capacity ......................... 237
Cargo hooks ............................. 397
CD changer ............................... 290
CD player .................................. 290
Chains ....................................... 238
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition ........ 155
Booster seats, installation ..... 158
Convertible seats, definition ............................. 155
Convertible seats, installation ........................... 158
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 148
Infant seats, definition ........... 155
Infant seats, installation......... 158
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ............................... 160
Installing CRS with seat belts .................................... 162
Installing CRS with a top
tether straps ........................ 165
Child safety Airbag precautions ................143
Child restraint system............ 154
Child-protectors .......................75
How your child should wear
the seat belt ........................ 107
Installing child restraints ........ 158
Moon roof precautions .......... 118
Power window lock switch..... 116
Power window precautions ... 117 Removed key battery
precautions ......................... 466
Seat belt extender precautions ......................... 110
Seat belt precautions ............ 109
Seat heater precautions ........ 394
12-volt battery precautions ................. 446, 532
Child-protectors ......................... 75
Cleaning Exterior.................................. 414
Interior ................................... 417
Seat belts .............................. 418
Clock ......................................... 197
Compass................................... 409
Condenser ................................ 443
Console box ............................. 376
Conversation mirror ................ 389
Cooling system Hybrid system overheating ... 534
Cruise control .......................... 215
Cup holders .............................. 378
Curtain shield airbags ............. 136
Customizable features ............ 569
Daytime running light system .................................... 209
Defogger
Rear window ......................... 277
Side mirrors........................... 277
Dimension ................................ 540
Dinghy towing .......................... 252
Display Energy flow ............................. 35
Multi-information display ....... 197
Trip information ..................... 197
Warning message ................. 511
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 426
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights .............. 371
Wattage................................. 553
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Stop lightsReplacing light bulbs ............. 479
Wattage ................................. 553
Storage feature......................... 374
Storage precautions ................235
Stuck If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 538
Sun visors................................. 387
Switch Door lock switch ......................74
“ECON” switch ...................... 187
Emergency flasher switch ..... 492
Engine switch ........................ 180
“EV” switch ............................ 184
Fog light switch ..................... 211
Garage door opener switch ... 403
Hazard light switch ................492
Ignition switch........................ 180
Light switches........................ 207
Moon roof switch ................... 118
Outside rear view mirror switches .............................. 114
“POWER” switch ................... 180
Power back door main switch ....................................80
Power back door switch ..........78
Power window switch ............ 116
Window lock switch ............... 116
Wiper and washer switch .......................... 212, 214 Tail lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 479
Switch ................................... 207
Wattage................................. 553
Talk switch ............................... 345
Telephone switch..................... 345
Theft deterrent system Alarm..................................... 130
Immobilizer system ............... 126
Theft prevention labels ........... 133
Tire inflation pressure ............. 457
Tire information Glossary ................................ 563
Size ....................................... 560
Tire identification number...... 559
Uniform tire quality grading................................ 561
Tires Chains ................................... 238
Checking ............................... 449
If you have a flat tire.............. 512
Inflation pressure .................. 457
Information ............................ 557
Replacing .............................. 512
Rotating tires ......................... 449
Size ....................................... 549
Snow tires ............................. 238
Tire pressure warning system ........................ 449, 505T