2010 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID Owners Manual

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
CAUTION
■
Replacing light bulbs
●Turn off the headlights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately
after turning off the headlights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
● Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. Hold the
bulb by the plastic or metal portion.
If the bulb is scratched or dropped it may blow out or crack.
● Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failing to do so
may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This
may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
■ To prevent damage or fire
Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.

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When trouble arises5
491
5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers ......... 492
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................ 493
If you think something is wrong ......................... 499
Event data recorder ......... 500 5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ....................... 502
If a warning message is displayed........................ 511
If you have a flat tire......... 512
If the hybrid system will not start .......................... 524
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P................. 526
If you lose your keys ........ 527
If the electronic key does not operate properly
........ 528
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ..................... 530
If your vehicle overheats ....................... 534
If the vehicle becomes stuck .............................. 538

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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the emergency flashers on longer than necessary when the
hybrid system is not operating.
Use the emergency flashers if th e vehicle malfunctions or is
involved in an accident.
Vehicles without navigation system
Press the switch to flash all
the turn signal lights. To turn
them off, press the switch
once again.
Vehicles with navigation system Press the switch to flash all
the turn signal lights. To turn
them off, press the switch
once again.

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When trouble arises
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5-1. Essential information
If your vehicle needs to be towed
Before towingThe following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Toyota dealer before towing.
● The hybrid system is operating, but the vehicle will not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by
your Toyota dealer or a commerci al towing service, using a lift-type
truck or a flat bed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all to wing, and abide by all state/pro-
vincial and local laws.
If towing from the front, the vehic le's rear wheels and axles must be
in good condition. (P. 497)
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flat bed truck.

494 5-1. Essential information
Emergency towingIf a tow truck is not available, in an emergency your vehicle may be
temporarily towed using a cable or chain secured to the emergency
towing eyelet(s). This should only be attempted on hard surfaced
roads for short distances below 18 mph (30 km/h).
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The
vehicle’s wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in
good condition.
Towing eyelets
■Emergency towin g procedure
Release the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to N.
Turn the “POWER” switch to ACCESSORY (hybrid system off)
mode or ON (hybrid system operating) mode.
CAUTION
■ Caution while towing
●Use extreme caution when towing the vehicle.
Avoid sudden starts or erratic driving maneuvers which place excessive
stress on the emergency towing eyelet and the cables or chains.
● If the hybrid system is off, the power assist for the brakes and steering will
not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

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5-1. Essential information
Installing towing eyelet
Remove the eyelet cover while
pushing it.
Insert the towing eyelet into the
hole and tighten partially by
hand.
Tighten down the towing eyelet
securely using a wheel nut
wrench.
NOTICE
■To prevent causing serious dama ge to the transmission
Never tow this vehicle from the rear with the front wheels on the ground.
This may cause serious damage to the transmission.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

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■Location of the emer gency towing eyelet
P. 512
CAUTION
■ Installing towing eyelet to the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyelet is installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing eyelet may come loose during towing. This
may lead to accidents that cause serious injury or even death.