2013 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID battery

600 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■When the 12-volt battery is removed or discharged
●The hybrid system may not start. ( P. 512)
● The power back door must be initialized. ( P. 75)
● Make sure that the key is not inside the vehicle when recharging or
replacing the battery. The key may be locked in the vehicle if the alarm is
activated. ( P. 131)
■ Charging the 12-volt battery
The electricity stored in the 12-volt battery will discharge gradually even
when the vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining
effects of certain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the
12-volt battery may discharge, and the hybrid system may be unable to start.
(The 12-volt battery recharges automatically while the hybrid system is oper-
ating.)
CAUTION
■ Avoiding 12-volt battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flam-
mable gas that may be emitted from the 12-volt battery.
●Make sure each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal.
● Do not allow the ends of the jumper cable used for the “+” terminals to
come into contact with any other parts or metal surface in the area, such
as brackets or unpainted metal.
● Do not allow the “+” and “-” terminals of the jumper cables to come into
contact with each other.
● Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near
the 12-volt battery.

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
■
12-volt battery precautions
The 12-volt battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte,
while related parts contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following
precautions when handling the 12-volt battery.
●When working with the 12-volt battery, always wear safety glasses and
take care not to allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with
skin, clothing or the vehicle body.
● Do not lean over the 12-volt battery.
● In the event that 12-volt battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or
eyes, immediately wash the affected area with water and seek medical
attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the affected area until medical attention
can be received.
● Always wash your hands after handling the 12-volt battery support, termi-
nals, and other battery-related parts.
● Do not allow children near the 12-volt battery.
■ After recharging the 12-volt battery
Have the 12-volt battery inspected at your Toyota dealer as soon as possi-
ble.
If the 12-volt battery is deteriorating, continued use may cause the 12-volt
battery to emit a malodorous gas, which may be detrimental to the health of
passengers.
■ When replacing the 12-volt battery
P. 514
NOTICE
■When handling jumper cables
Be careful that the jumper cables do not become tangled in the cooling fans
or belt when connecting or disconnecting the cables.

614 6-1. Specifications
Front electric motor (traction motor)
Rear electric motor (traction motor)
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
TypePermanent magnet synchronous motor
Maximum output 123 kW
Maximum torque 247 ft•lbf (335 N•m, 34.2 kgf•m)
TypePermanent magnet synchronous motor
Maximum output 50 kW
Maximum torque 103 ft•lbf (139 N•m, 14.2 kgf•m)
TypeNickel-Metal hydride battery
Voltage9.6 V/module
Capacity6.5 Ah (3HR)
Quantity 30 modules
Overall voltage 288 V

618 6-1. Specifications
Ignition system
Electrical system
Spark plug
Make
GapDENSO FK20HR11
0.043 in. (1.1 mm)
NOTICE
■
Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust spark plug gap.
12-volt battery
Open voltage* at
68 F (20 C): 12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2  12.4 V Half charged
11 . 8
 12.0 V Discharged
(*: Voltage is checked 20 minutes
after the hybrid system and all the
lights are turned off)
Charging rates 5 A max.

634 6-1. Specifications
Normal occupant
weight150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1* that
follows
Occupant distribution Distribution of occupants in a vehicle as speci-
fied in the third column of Table 1
* below
Production options
weight The combined weight of installed regular pro-
duction options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in
excess of the standard items which they
replace, not previously considered in curb
weight or accessory weight, including heavy
duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty
12-volt battery, and special trim
Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube
assembly upon which the tire beads are seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter) Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designation Rim diameter and width
Rim type designation The industry manufacturer's designation for a
rim by style or code
Rim width Nominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity
weight (Total load
capacity) The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb.
(68 kg) times the vehicl
e's designated seating
capacity
Vehicle maximum load
on the tire The load on an individual tire that is determined
by distributing to each axle its share of the
maximum loaded vehicle weight, and dividing
by two
Vehicle normal load
on the tire The load on an individual tire that is determined
by distributing to each axle its share of curb
weight, accessory weight, and normal occu-
pant weight (distributed in accordance with
Ta b l e 1
* below), and dividing by two
Tire related termMeaning

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Vehicle specifications
6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Power back door • After reconnecting or changing the
battery
• After changing a fuse P. 7 2
Maintenance data
(U.S.A. only) After the maintenance is performed P. 486
The following items must be initia
lized for normal system operation
in cases such as after the 12-volt battery is reconnected, or mainte-
nance is performed on the vehicle.

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ..................... 282, 288, 297, 300
A/V input port ........................... 431
ABS ........................................... 239
Air conditioning filter............... 529
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter .............. 529
Front automatic air conditioning system ............ 288
Front manual air conditioning system ............ 282
Rear automatic air conditioning system ............ 300
Rear manual air
conditioning system ............ 297
Airbags Airbag operating
conditions............................ 139
Airbag precautions for your child ............................ 143
Airbag warning light............... 568
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions............ 139
Curtain shield airbag precautions ......................... 143
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........... 148
General airbag precautions ......................... 143
Locations of airbags .............. 136
Modification and disposal of airbags ............................ 147
Proper driving posture ........................ 134, 143
Side airbag operating conditions............................ 139
Side airbag precautions ........ 143
SRS airbags .......................... 136
Alarm ......................................... 129
Assist grips .............................. 465
Antenna..................................... 320
Anti-lock brake system............ 239
Armrest ..................................... 464
Audio input ............................... 355 Audio system
A/V input port ........................ 431
Antenna................................. 320
Audio input ............................ 355
AUX port ............................... 355
CD player/changer ................ 323
iPod ....................................... 337
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 330
Optimal use ........................... 352
Portable music player ........... 355
Radio..................................... 316
Rear seat entertainment system ................................ 409
Steering wheel audio switch.................................. 357
Type ...................................... 308
USB memory......................... 344
Automatic light control system .................................... 218
AUX port ................................... 355
Auxiliary box ........................... 451
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 548
Wattage................................. 623
Back door Back door ................................ 72
Smart key system .. ................. 48
Wireless remote control .......... 61
Battery
Checking ............................... 511
Hybrid battery (traction battery) ................... 37
If the vehicle has a
discharged 12-volt
battery................................. 598
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................... 256
Bluetooth
® audio ..................... 360
Bluetooth® phone .................... 376
Bottle holder............................. 450
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Brakes
Fluid...................................... 509
Parking brake ....................... 198
Brake assist ............................. 239
Break-in tips ............................ 173
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ................................ 201
Care Exterior ................................. 480
Interior .................................. 483
Seat belts ............................. 484
Cargo capacity ........................ 255
Cargo hooks ............................ 467
CD changer .............................. 323
CD player ................................. 323
Chains ...................................... 256
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition ....... 156
Booster seats, installation .... 159
Convertible seats, definition............................. 156
Convertible seats, installation .......................... 159
Front passenger occupant classification system .......... 148
Infant seats, definition .......... 156
Infant seats, installation ........ 159
Installing CRS with a top tether straps ....................... 166
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors .............................. 161
Installing CRS with seat
belts ................................... 163 Child safety
Airbag precautions ................143
Child-protectors .......................68
Child restraint system............155
How your child should wear
the seat belt ........................102
Installing child restraints ........159
Moon roof precautions ..........119
Power window lock switch.....112
Power window precautions ...114
Removed key battery precautions .........................534
Seat belt extender precautions .........................105
Seat belt precautions ............104
Seat heater precautions ........463
12-volt battery precautions .................513, 601
Child-protectors .........................68
Cleaning Exterior ..................................480
Interior ...................................483
Seat belts ..............................484
Clock .........................................207
Compass ...................................475
Condenser ................................508
Console box .............................444
Conversation mirror ................457
Cooling system Hybrid system overheating....602
Cruise control...........................231
Cup holders ..............................446
Curtain shield airbags .............136
Customizable features.............639
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