2012 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER transmission

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Stop the vehicle immediately.
The following warnings indicate the possibility of damage to the vehi-
cle that may lead to an accident. Immediately stop the vehicle in a
safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system.
Low engine oil pressure warn ing light (vehicles without
multi-information display) Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system.
SRS warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Follow the correction procedures.
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem,
check that the warning light turns off.
Warning lightWarning light/DetailsCorrection procedure
Open door warning light
(warning buzzer)
*1
Indicates that a door is not
fully closed. Check that all doors are
closed.
Low fuel level warning
light Indicates that remaining
fuel is about 2.2 gal. (8.3
L, 1.8 Imp. gal.) or less Refuel the vehicle.
Driver’s seat belt
reminder light
(warning buzzer)
*2
Warns the driver to fasten
his/her seat belt. Fasten the seat belt.
*3
*4
(On the center
panel) Front passenger’s seat
belt reminder light
(warning buzzer)
*2
Warns the front passen-
ger to fasten his or her
seat belt.
Fasten the seat belt.
Automatic transmission
fluid temperature warning
light (vehicles without
multi-information display) Indicates that the auto-
matic transmission fluid
temperature is too high. Stop the vehicle in a safe
place and shift the shift
lever to P.
If the light does not go off,
contact your Toyota dealer.

568 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the wheels and do not rev the engine.
● If the vehicle remains stuck after trying these procedures, the vehicle may
require towing to be freed.

582 6-1. Specifications
Rear differential (4WD models)
Automatic transaxle
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, con-tact your Toyota dealer.
Oil capacity 1.0 qt. (0.9 L, 0.8 Imp. qt.)
Oil typeHypoid gear oil API GL-5
Recommended oil viscosityAbove 0
F (-18 C): SAE 90
Below 0 F (-18 C): SAE 80W or 80W-90
Fluid capacity* 2.7 L 4-cylinder (1AR-FE) engine
6.9 qt. (6.5 L, 5.7 Imp. qt.)
3.5 L V6 (2GR-FE) engine
2WD models:
9.3 qt. (8.8 L, 7.7 Imp. qt.)
4WD models:
9.5 qt. (9.0 L, 7.9 Imp. qt.)
Fluid type
Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS”
may cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission
accompanied by vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic transmis-
sion of your vehicle.

596 6-1. Specifications
Warning: The temperature grades for this tire are established for a
tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either sepa-
rately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire fail-
ure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sure Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressure The maximum cold inflated
pressure to which a
tire may be inflated, s hown on the sidewall of
the tire
Recommended infla-
tion pressure Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of auto-
matic transmission, power steering, power
brakes, power windows, power seats, radio
and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded vehi-
cle weight The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ..................... 268, 275, 283, 286
ABS ........................................... 223
Active head restraints ...............75
Air conditioning filter............... 493
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter .............. 493
Front automatic air conditioning system ............ 275
Front manual air conditioning system ............ 268
Rear automatic air conditioning system ............ 286
Rear manual air
conditioning system ............ 283
Airbags Airbag operating
conditions............................ 126
Airbag precautions for your child .................................... 130
Airbag warning light............... 529
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions............ 126
Curtain shield airbag precautions ......................... 130
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........... 135
General airbag precautions ......................... 130
Locations of airbags .............. 123
Modification and disposal of airbags ............................ 134
Proper driving posture ........................ 121, 130
Side airbag operating conditions............................ 126
Side airbag precautions ........ 130
SRS airbags .......................... 123 Alarm......................................... 116
Antenna ............................ 301, 344
Anti-lock brake system ........... 223
Armrest ..................................... 422
Audio input ............................... 339
Audio system
Antenna......................... 301, 344
Audio input ............................ 339
AUX port ............................... 339
CD player/changer ................ 304
iPod ....................................... 320
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 312
Optimal use ........................... 335
Portable music player ........... 339
Radio..................................... 297
Steering wheel audio
switch.................................. 341
Type ...................................... 293
USB memory......................... 327
Automatic light control system .................................... 200
Automatic transmission .......... 177
AUX port ................................... 339
Auxiliary box ........................... 408A

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Service reminder
indicators .............................. 187
Shift lever Automatic transmission ........ 177
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................ 556
Shift lock system..................... 556
Shopping bag hooks............... 424
Side airbags ............................. 123
Side marker lights Replacing ............................. 510
Switch ................................... 200
Wattage ................................ 586
Side mirrors
Adjusting and folding .............. 98
Side table ................................. 410
Smart key system Entry function ......................... 35
Starting the engine ............... 170
Spare tire
Inflation pressure .................. 584
Storage location ................... 540
Spark plug................................ 581
Specifications .......................... 572
Speech command switch ....... 368
Speedometer ........................... 185
Steering
Column lock release ..... 172, 175
Steering wheel
Adjustment ............................. 94
Audio switches ..................... 341
Climate remote control switches ............................. 292
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 510
Wattage ................................ 586
Storage feature ........................ 399
Storage precautions ............... 240
Stuck If your vehicle becomes stuck................................... 567 Sun visors.................................412
Switch
Emergency flasher switch .....518
Engine switch ................170, 174
Fog light switch .....................206
Hazard light switch ................518
Ignition switch................170, 174
Light switches........................200
Power door lock switch ...........55
Power window switch ............ 101
SNOW switch ........................178
Window lock switch ...............101
Wiper and washer switch .......................... 208, 212
Tachometer...............................185
Tail lights Replacing light bulbs .............510
Switch....................................200
Wattage .................................586
Talk switch................................368
Telephone switch .....................368
Theft deterrent system Alarm .....................................116
Engine immobilizer system ... 113
Theft prevention labels............120
Tire inflation pressure .............487
Tire information Glossary ................................596
Size .......................................593
Tire identification number ......592
Uniform tire quality grading ................................594
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*: Refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”

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What to do if...
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or
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P. 5 2 9P. 529
P. 5 2 9
*: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
ABS warning lightAutomatic transmission fluid temper-
ature warning light
Tire pressure warning
light
Electric power steering
warning lightCruise control indicator
light
*
Slip indicator
light
A warning message is
displayedP. 539If a warning message is displayed