2013 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID brake fluid

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Engine compar tment
Washer fluid tank (P. 510)
Brake fluid reservoir ( P. 509)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 503)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 502)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 505)Power control unit coolant
reservoir ( P. 506)
Fuse boxes ( P. 535)
Power control unit coolant
radiator ( P. 508)
Electric cooling fans
Condenser ( P. 508)
Engine coolant radiator ( P. 508)

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Brake fluid
■ Checking fluid level
The brake fluid level should be
between the “MAX” and “MIN”
lines on the tank.
If the level is low, take your vehi-
cle to a Toyota dealer as soon as
possible. Do not drive your vehi-
cle if the red brake system warn-
ing light is on. Call a Toyota
dealer for assistance.
CAUTION
■When filling the reservoir
Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage
painted surfaces.
If fluid gets in your eyes, flush your eyes with clean water immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a doctor.
NOTICE
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads
wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.
If the reservoir needs frequent refilling, it may indicate a serious pro\
blem.

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5-1. Essential information
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably
needs adjustment or repair. Contact your Toyota dealer as soon as
possible.
■ Visible symptoms
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air cond itioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● Engine coolant temperature g auge needle continually points
higher than normal
■ Audible symptoms
●Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the hybrid system
■ Operational symptoms
●Engine missing, stumbling or running rough
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
● Loss of brake effectiveness, s pongy feeling, pedal almost
touches the floor

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a war ning light turns 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.

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Brakes
*1: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N,50 kgf) while the hybrid system is on.
*
2: Parking brake pedal travel when depressed with a force of 67 lbf (300 N, 31 kgf)
Steering
Pedal clearance*13.74 in. (95 mm) Min.
Pedal free play 0.04  0.08 in. (1  2 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
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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Alphabetical index
Engine
Compartment........................ 500
Engine switch ............... 183, 188
Hood ..................................... 496
How to start the
hybrid system ..................... 183
Identification number ............ 611
If the hybrid system will not start .............................. 592
Ignition switch ............... 183, 188
Overheating .......................... 602
Power switch ........................ 183
Engine compartment cover .... 501
Engine coolan t temperature
gauge ..................................... 200
Engine oil Capacity ............................... 615
Checking .............................. 502
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 256
Engine switch .................. 183, 188
Engine/power control unit coolant
Capacity ............................... 617
Checking .............................. 505
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 256
EPS ........................................... 239
EV-Drive Mode ......................... 192
Event data recorder .................. 28 Floor mat...................................466
Fluid
Brake .....................................509
Washer ..................................510
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs .............548
Switch....................................224
Wattage .................................623
Front automatic air conditioning system..............288
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs .............548
Switch....................................224
Wattage .................................623
Front manual air conditioning system..............282
Front passenger occupant
classification system ............148
Front passenger's seat belt reminder light.........................570
Front seats Adjustment ..............................85
Front side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs .............548
Switch....................................218
Wattage .................................623
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs .............548
Wattage .................................623
Fuel Capacity ................................613
Fuel gauge ............................200
Gas station information .........676
Information ............................624
Refueling ...............................120
Type ......................................613
Fuel door...................................120
Fuel filler door ..........................120
Fuses.........................................535F