2010 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER brake

436 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
CAUTION
■When raising your vehicle
Make sure to observe the following to reduce the possibility of death or\
seri-
ous injury.
●Do not use the jack that was supplied with your vehicle.
● Do not put any part of your body or get underneath the vehicle supported
only by the floor jack.
Always use automotive jack stands on a solid, level surface.
● Do not start the engine while the vehicle is supported by the floor jack.
● Stop the vehicle on level firm ground, firmly set the parking brake and shift
the shift lever in P.
● Make sure to set the floor jack properly at the jack point.
Raising the vehicle with an improperly positioned floor jack will damage
the vehicle and may cause the vehicle to fall off the floor jack.
● Do not raise the vehicle while someone is in the vehicle.
● When raising the vehicle, do not place any objects on top of or underneath
the floor jack.
NOTICE
■Front jack point cover
●After installing the front jack point cover, make sure it is securely in its orig-
inal position.
● Before jacking up your vehicles, remove the front jack point cover. Other-
wise, the cover may be damaged.
●Lift up the vehicle using a floor jack
such as the one shown in the illustra-
tion.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Engine compar tment
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)

438 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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)

448 4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Brake fluid■ Checking fluid level
The brake fluid level should be
between the “MAX” and “MIN”
lines on the tank.
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
■ Adding fluid
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
Items Clean funnel
■ Brake fluid can absorb moisture from the air
Excess moisture in the fluid can cause a dangerous loss of braking effi-
ciency. Use only newly opened brake fluid.
CAUTION
■When filling the reservoir
Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage
painted surfaces.
If fluid gets in your eyes, flush your eyes with clean water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.

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Maintenance and care
Battery
■ Battery exterior
Make sure that the battery terminals are not corroded and that
there are no loose connections, cracks, or loose clamps.
Te r m i n a l s
Hold-down clamp
■ Checking battery condition
Check the battery condition using the indicator color.
Red: Not working properly,
have the battery checked by
your Toyota dealer.
Blue: Good condition
White: Charging is necessary.
Have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer.
NOTICE
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads
wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious pro\
blem.

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22 GAUGE NO.1 10 AAudio 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
24 RR WIP 15 A Rear window wiper and washer
25 IGN 10 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection
system, steering lock system, anti-
lock brake system, smart key sys-
tem, SRS airbag system
26 GAUGE NO.2 7.5 A Gauges and meters, rear view
monitor
27 ECU-ACC 7.5 A Auto anti-glare rear view mirrors,
shift lock system, smart key system
28 ACC SOCK
NO.1 10 A Power outlet
29 ACC SOCK
NO.2 20 A Power outlet
30 RADIO NO.2 7.5 A Audio system, clock, rear seat
entertainment system, charging
system, interior lights, personal
lights
31 MIR HTR 15 A Outside rear view mirror defoggers
FuseAmpereCircuit

500 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 at low speeds.
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.
Vehicles without smart key system:
Turn the engine switch to “ACC” (engine off) or “ON” (engine run-
ning) position.
Vehicles with smart key system:
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY (engine
off) or IGNITION ON (engine running) mode.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3

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When trouble arises
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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.
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 eyelets and the cables or chains.
● If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering
will not function, making steering and braking more difficult.
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