2012 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER parking brake

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Emergency start function (vehicles with smart key system)
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as
an interim measure to start the engine if the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch is functioning normally. Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Set the “ENGINE START ST OP” switch to ACCESSORY
mode.
Push and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch about 15
seconds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be start ed using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by your Toyota
dealer.
■ The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and
headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged. ( P. 560)
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system (vehi-
cles with smart key system).
Contact your Toyota dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P
If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake, there
may be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent
accidental operation of the shift lever). Have the vehicle inspected by
your Toyota dealer immediately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to
ensure that the shift lever can be shifted.
Set the parking brake.
Vehicles without smart key system: Turn the engine switch
to the “ACC” position.
Vehicles with smart key system: Turn the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flat-
head screwdriver or equiva-
lent.
Press the shift lock override
button.
The shift lever can be shifted
while the button is pressed.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
CAUTION
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to rock the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the sur-
rounding area is clear, to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or persons.
The vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes
free. Use extreme caution.
■ When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may
cause an accident and result in death or serious injury.
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and put the shift
lever to P.
Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some other material to help provide
traction under the tires.
Restart the engine.
Shift the shift lever to the D or R position and carefully apply
the accelerator to free the vehicle.
Turn off TRAC and/or Enhanced VSC if these functions are ham-
pering your attempts to free the vehicle. ( P. 224)
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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Transfer (4WD models)
Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N,
50 kgf) while the engine is running
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2: Parking brake pedal travel when depress ed with a force of 67 lbf (300 N, 31
kgf)
Steering
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
Pedal clearance*13.3 in. (84.4 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.08  0.12 in. (2  3 mm)
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake lining wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Parking brake pedal travel*28 10 clicks
Fluid type SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT 3
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)

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Alphabetical index
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ............ 510
Wattage ................................ 586
Back door Back door ............................... 60
Smart key system ... ................ 35
Wireless remote control.......... 48
Battery
Checking .............................. 473
If the vehicle has a discharged battery ............. 560
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 243
Bluetooth
® audio..................... 367
Bluetooth® phone ................... 363
Bottle holder ............................ 407
Brake assist ............................. 223
Brakes Fluid...................................... 472
Parking brake ....................... 183
Break-in tips ............................ 161
Brightness control Instrument panel light
control ................................ 186 Care
Exterior ..................................440
Interior ...................................443
Seat belts ..............................444
Cargo capacity .........................242
Cargo hooks .............................424
CD changer ...............................304
CD player ..................................304
Chains .......................................243
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition ........142
Booster seats, installation .....147
Convertible seats, definition .............................142
Convertible seats, installation ...........................147
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........... 135
Infant seats, definition ...........142
Infant seats, installation.........147
Installing CRS with a top tether straps ........................154
Installing CRS with LATCH
anchors ...............................149
Installing CRS with seat belts ....................................151
Child safety Airbag precautions ................130
Battery precautions .......475, 563
Child restraint system............142
Child-protectors .......................56
How your child should wear the seat belt ..........................91
Installing child restraints ........147
Moon roof precautions ..........107
Power window lock switch.....101
Power window precautions ...103
Removed key battery precautions .........................498
Seat belt extender precautions ...........................93
Seat belt precautions ..............91
Seat heater precautions ........421
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Parking brake ........................... 183
Parking lightsReplacing light bulbs ............. 510
Switch.................................... 200
Wattage ................................. 586
Personal/interior lights Switch.................................... 397
Wattage ................................. 586
Power outlet ............................. 416
Power windows ........................ 101
Radiator .................................... 471
Radio ......................................... 297
Rear automatic air conditioning system.............. 286
Rear manual air conditioning
system .................................... 283
Rear seat Adjustment ..............................77
Folding down second
seatback ...............................78
Folding down third
seatback ...............................80
Removing the second center seat ............................81
Stowing the second center seat ............................81
Rear seat entertainment
system*
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 510
Wattage ................................. 586
Rear view mirror Compass ............................... 435
Rear view monitor system ...... 219
Rear window defogger ............ 289
Rear window wiper .................. 212 Replacing
Fuses .................................... 499
Key battery ............................ 496
Light bulbs............................. 510
Tires ...................................... 540
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ............................ 608
Roof luggage carrier................ 241
Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt............. 88
Automatic Locking Retractor ............................... 89
Child restraint system installation........................... 147
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belts ...................... 444
Emergency Locking Retractor ............................... 89
How to wear your seat belt ..... 88
How your child should wear the seat belt .......................... 91
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use .............. 90
Reminder light ....................... 531
Seat belt extenders ................. 91
Seat belt pretensioners ........... 89
Seat heaters ............................. 420
Seating capacity ...................... 242
Seats Adjustment ........................ 74, 77
Adjustment precaution ...... 76, 84
Child seats/child restraint system installation .............. 147
Cleaning ................................ 443
Head restraint ......................... 85
Properly sitting in the seat..... 121
Seat heaters.......................... 420P
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