2012 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID warning lights

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2-2. Instrument cluster
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When driving
■
Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the
vehicle’s systems. ( P. 528)
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON”
position (vehicles without smart key system) or the “POWER”
switch is turned to ON mode (vehicles with smart key system) 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
*6: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
(red
indicator)
(yellow
indicator)
*1, 5*1, 4*1*1, 5*1, 4*1*1, 5*1, 4
*1*1*2*3
*1*1*6

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CAUTION
■If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS airbag warning lights
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.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
4
Maintenance and care
11 P/SEAT (PS) 30 A Power seat
12 A/C NO.1 10 A Air conditioning system
13 FUEL OPN 7.5 A Fuel filler door opener
14 S/ROOF 20 A Electric moon roof
15 TAIL 15 A Side marker lights, tail lights,
license plate lights, fog lights, trailer
lights
16 PANEL 7.5 A Glove box light, instrument panel
lights, switch illumination
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, electric
power steering, auto anti-glare
inside rear view mirror, shift lock
system
18 ECU IG NO.2 7.5 A Brake system
19 A/C NO.2 10 A Air conditioning system, electric
cooling fan
20 WASH 20 A Windshield and rear window
washer
21 S-HTR 20 A Seat heaters
22 GAUGE NO.1 10 A Audio system, back-up lights,
emergency flashers, traction con-
trol system, windshield wiper
deicer, rear view monitor system,
power outlet, air conditioning sys-
tem
23 FR WIP 30 A Windshield wipers and washer
24 RR WIP 15 A Rear window wiper 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.

530 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.
Slip indicator light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC system;
• The TRAC system; or
• The hill-start assist control system
(Flashes) Cruise control indicator light
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control 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 ..................... 278, 284, 293, 296
ABS ........................................... 234
Air conditioning filter............... 491
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter .............. 491
Front automatic air conditioning system ............ 284
Front manual air conditioning system ............ 278
Rear automatic air
conditioning system ............ 296
Rear manual air conditioning system ............ 293
Airbags Airbag operating conditions............................ 136
Airbag precautions for your child ............................ 140
Airbag warning light............... 529
Curtain shield airbag
operating conditions............ 136
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ......................... 140
Front passenger occupant classification system ........... 145
General airbag precautions ......................... 140
Locations of airbags .............. 133
Modification and disposal
of airbags ............................ 144
Proper driving
posture ........................ 131, 140
Side airbag operating conditions............................ 136
Side airbag precautions ........ 140
SRS airbags .......................... 133
Alarm ......................................... 126
Antenna..................................... 312
Anti-lock brake system............ 234
Armrest ..................................... 426
Audio input ............................... 347 Audio system
Antenna................................. 312
Audio input ............................ 347
AUX port ............................... 347
CD player/changer ................ 315
iPod ....................................... 329
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 322
Optimal use ........................... 344
Portable music player ........... 347
Radio..................................... 308
Steering wheel audio switch.................................. 349
Type ...................................... 304
USB memory......................... 336
Automatic light control system .................................... 213
AUX port ................................... 347
Auxiliary box ........................... 413
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 510
Wattage................................. 583
Back door Back door ................................ 70
Smart key system .. ................. 46
Wireless remote control .......... 59
Battery
Checking ............................... 473
Hybrid battery (traction battery) ................... 35
If the vehicle has a discharged 12-volt
battery................................. 558
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 251
Bluetooth
® audio ..................... 352
Bluetooth® phone .................... 368
Bottle holder............................. 412
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Daytime running light system .................................... 217
Defogger Rear window ......................... 300
Side mirrors ........................... 300
Dimensions............................... 570
Dinghy towing .......................... 274
Display Energy flow .............................37
Multi-information display ....... 203
Trip information ..................... 203
Warning message ................. 538
Do-it-yourself main tenance..... 454
Door courtesy lights
Door courtesy lights .............. 401
Wattage ................................. 583
Doors
Door lock ..................... 46, 59, 65
Door windows........................ 110
Side mirrors ........................... 108
Driver's seat belt reminder light ......................................... 531
Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 169
Correct posture ..................... 131
Procedures ............................ 168
Winter driving tips.................. 251 “ECON” switch......................... 191
Eco Driving Mode .................... 191
Electric power steering ........... 234
Electronic key
If your electronic key battery
is discharged ...................... 556
Emergency flashers Switch ................................... 520
Emergency, in case of If a warning message is displayed ............................ 538
If the back door opener is inoperative ............................ 73
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 556
If the hybrid system will not start............................... 552
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 554
If the vehicle has a
discharged 12-volt
battery................................. 558
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 528
If the warning light turns on........................................ 528
If you have a flat tire ............. 539
If you lose your keys ............. 555
If you think something is wrong .................................. 527
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 566
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency .......................... 567
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 521
If your vehicle overheats ....... 562DE

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Stop lightsReplacing light bulbs ............. 510
Wattage ................................. 583
Storage feature......................... 404
Storage precautions ................248
Stuck If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 566
Sun visors................................. 417
Switch Door lock switch ......................65
“ECON” switch ...................... 191
Emergency flasher switch ..... 520
Engine switch ................ 179, 184
“EV” switch ............................ 188
Fog light switch ..................... 219
Garage door opener switch ... 430
Hazard light switch ................520
Ignition switch................ 179, 184
Light switches........................ 213
Moon roof switch ................... 113
Outside rear view mirror switches .............................. 108
“POWER” switch ................... 179
Power back door main switch ....................................72
Power back door switch ..........70
Power window switch ............ 110
Window lock switch ............... 110
Wiper and washer switch .......................... 221, 224 Tail lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 510
Switch ................................... 213
Wattage................................. 583
Talk switch ............................... 373
Telephone switch..................... 373
Theft deterrent system Alarm..................................... 126
Immobilizer system ............... 123
Theft prevention labels ........... 130
Tire inflation pressure ............. 485
Tire information Glossary ................................ 593
Size ....................................... 590
Tire identification number...... 589
Uniform tire quality grading................................ 591
Tires Chains ................................... 251
Checking ............................... 477
If you have a flat tire.............. 539
Inflation pressure .................. 485
Information ............................ 587
Replacing .............................. 539
Rotating tires ......................... 477
Size ....................................... 581
Snow tires ............................. 251
Tire pressure warning system ........................ 477, 531T