2010 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER steering wheel

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
Using the steering wheel climate remote control switches
Using the automatic modePress .The air conditioning system will operate, and air outlets
and fan speed will be set automatically.
“AUTO” will be displayed on the multi-information display.
Press “” on to increase the temperature and “ ” to
decrease the temperature.
Adjusting the temperature setting
Press “ ” on to increase the temperature and “ ” to decrease
the temperature.
Turning off the fan
Press .
Some air conditioning features can be controlled using the switches
on the steering wheel.
Temperature control
Off
Automatic mode
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: If equipped

282 3-2. Using the audio system
■Using cellular phones
Interference may be heard through the audio system's speakers if a cellular
phone is being used inside or close to the vehicle while the audio syste\
m is
operating.
Type C: CD player with changer and AM/FM radio
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Using the radioP. 284
Using the CD playerP. 290
Playing back MP3 and WMA discsP. 297
Optimal use of the audio systemP. 304
Using the AUX adapterP. 307
Using the steering wheel audio switchesP. 309

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3-2. Using the audio system
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Interior features
Using the steering wheel audio switches
Turning on the powerPress when the audio system is turned off.
The audio system can be turned off by holding down until you hear
a beep.
Changing the audio sourcePress when the audio system is turned on. The audio source
changes as follows each time is pressed.
CD player without changer:
FM1 FM2 CD AUXAM
CD player with changer:
FM1FM2 CD changer AUXAMSAT1 SAT2SAT3
Some audio features can be cont rolled using the switches on the
steering wheel.
Vo l u m e
Radio: Selects radio sta-
tions
CD: Selects tracks, files
(MP3 and WMA) and discs
Turns the power on, selects
audio source
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310 3-2. Using the audio system
Adjusting the volumePress “+” on to increase the volume and “-” to decrease the
volume.
Press and hold to continue increasing or decreasing the volume.
Selecting a radio station
Press to select radio mode.
Press “” or “ ” on to select a preset station.
To scan for receivable stations, press and hold until you hear
a beep.
Selecting a track/file
Press to select CD mode.
Press “” or “ ” on to select t he desired track/file.
Selecting a folder (CD player without changer only)
Press to select CD mode.
Press and hold “ ” or “ ” on until you hear a beep.
Selecting a disc in the CD player (CD player with changer only)
Press to select CD mode.
Press and hold “ ” or “ ” on until you hear a beep.
CAUTION
■ To reduce the risk of an accident
Exercise care when operating the audio switches on the steering wheel.
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3-4. Using the hand
s-free phone system (for cellular phone)
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Interior features
■Steering wheel telephone switches
Vo l u m e
The voice guidance volume
cannot be adjusted by using
this switch.
Hands-free phone system
off/ends a call/refuses a call
Hands-free phone system
on/starts a call
Press: Voice command sys-
tem on
Press and hold: Voice com-
mand system off
■ Microphone

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4-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Vehicle interior
ItemsCheck points
Accelerator pedal • Moves smoothly (without uneven
pedal effort or catching)?
Automatic transmission “Park”
mechanism • Can the vehicle be held securely
on an incline with the shift lever in
P?
Brake pedal • Moves smoothly?
• Does it have appropriate clear-
ance and correct amount of free
play?
Brakes • Not pull to one side when
applied?
• Loss of brake effectiveness?
• Spongy feeling brake pedal?
• Pedal almost touches floor?
Head restraints • Move smoothly and lock
securely?
Indicators/buzzers • Function properly?
Lights • Do all the lights come on?
• Headlights aimed correctly?
Parking brake • Moves smoothly?
• Can hold the vehicle securely on
an incline?
Seat belts • Does the seat belt system oper-
ate smoothly?
• Are the belts undamaged?
Seats • Do the seat controls operate
properly?
Steering wheel • Moves smoothly?
• Has correct free play?
• No strange noises?

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.
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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.
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