2013 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID engine

116 1-5. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
■The moon roof can be operated when
Vehicles without smart key system
The engine switch is in the “ON” position.
Vehicles with smart key system
The “POWER” switch is in ON mode.
■ Operating the moon roof after turning the hybrid system off
Vehicles without smart key system
The moon roof can be operated for approximately 45 seconds after the
engine switch is turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. It cannot, however,
be operated once either front door is opened.
Vehicles with smart key system
The moon roof can be operated for approximately 45 seconds even after the
“POWER” switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or OFF. It cannot, how-
ever, be operated once either front door is opened.

118 1-5. Opening and closing the windows and moon roof
■Jam protection function
If an object is detected between the moon roof and the frame while closing
or tilting down, travel is stopped and the moon roof opens slightly.
■ To reduce moon roof wind noise
When the moon roof is opened automatically, it will stop slightly before the
fully open position. Driving with the moon roof in this position can help
reduce wind noise.
■ Sunshade
The sunshade can be opened and closed manually. However, the sunshade
will open automatically when the moon roof is opened.
■ Moon roof open reminder function
Vehicles without smart key system
An alarm will sound when the driver’s door is opened with the moon roof not
fully closed and the engine switch OFF.
Vehicles with smart key system
An alarm will sound when the driver’s door is opened with the moon roof not
fully closed and the “POWER” switch OFF.

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1-6. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap
The fuel tank of your vehicle has a special structure, which requires
a reduction in fuel tank pressure before refueling. After the opener
switch has been pressed, it will take several seconds until the vehi-
cle is ready for refueling.
■ Before refueling the vehicle
Vehicles without smart key system
Turn the engine switch OFF and ensure that all the doors and
windows are closed.
Vehicles with smart key system
Turn the “POWER” switch OFF and ensure that all the doors and
windows are closed.
■ Opening the fuel tank cap
Press the fuel filler door
opener switch.
When the message “REFUEL
READY” appears, the fuel filler
door will open.
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Before driving
1-7. Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system
The vehicle's keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the
hybrid system from starting if the key has not been previously regis-
tered in the vehicle's on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
Vehicles without a Display Audio system or navigation system
Vehicles without smart key
system: The indicator light
flashes after the key has been
removed from the engine
switch to indicate that the sys-
tem is operating.
The indicator light stops flash-
ing after the registered key
has been inserted into the
engine switch to indicate that
the system has been can-
celed.
Vehicles with smart key sys-
tem: The indicator light flashes
after the “POWER” switch has
been turned OFF to indicate
that the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flash-
ing after the “POWER” switch
has been turned to ACCES-
SORY or ON mode to indicate
that the system has been can-
celed.

126 1-7. Theft deterrent system
Vehicles with a Display Audio system
Vehicles without smart key
system: The indicator light
flashes after the key has been
removed from the engine
switch to indicate that the sys-
tem is operating.
The indicator light stops flash-
ing after the registered key
has been inserted into the
engine switch to indicate that
the system has been can-
celed.
Vehicles with smart key sys-
tem: The indicator light flashes
after the “POWER” switch has
been turned OFF to indicate
that the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flash-
ing after the “POWER” switch
has been turned to ACCES-
SORY or ON mode to indicate
that the system has been can-
celed.

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1-7. Theft deterrent system
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Before driving
Vehicles with a navigation system
Vehicles without smart key
system: The indicator light
flashes after the key has been
removed from the engine
switch to indicate that the sys-
tem is operating.
The indicator light stops flash-
ing after the registered key
has been inserted into the
engine switch to indicate that
the system has been can-
celed.
Vehicles with smart key sys-
tem: The indicator light flashes
after the “POWER” switch has
been turned OFF to indicate
that the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flash-
ing after the “POWER” switch
has been turned to ACCES-
SORY or ON mode to indicate
that the system has been can-
celed.

130 1-7. Theft deterrent system
Vehicles with a Display Audio system
Close the doors, glass hatch
and hood, and lock all doors.
The system will be set auto-
matically after 30 seconds.
The indicator light changes
from being on to flashing when
the system is set.
Vehicles with a navigation system
Close the doors, glass hatch
and hood, and lock all doors.
The system will be set auto-
matically after 30 seconds.
The indicator light changes
from being on to flashing when
the system is set.
■Deactivating or stopping the alarm
●Unlock the doors.
● Vehicles without smart key system: Turn the engine switch to
the “ON” position, or start the hybrid system. (The alarm will
be deactivated or stopped after a few seconds.)
● Vehicles with smart key system: Turn the “POWER” switch to
ON mode, or start the hybrid system. (The alarm will be deac-
tivated or stopped after a few seconds.)
● Open the glass hatch using the entry function (vehicles with
smart key system) or wireless remote control (vehicles with-
out smart key system).

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2-1. Driving proceduresDriving the vehicle............ 172
Power (ignition) switch ..... 183
Engine (ignition) switch .... 188
EV-Drive Mode................. 192
Transmission.................... 194
Turn signal lever .............. 197
Parking brake ................... 198
Horn ................................. 199
2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ......... 200
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 202
Multi-information display............................ 207 2-3. Operating the lights and
wipers
Headlight switch ............... 218
Fog light switch ................ 224
Windshield wipers and washer ........................... 226
Rear window wiper and washer ........................... 229
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ................... 231
Rear view monitor system ........................... 235
Driving assist systems ..... 239
Hill-start assist control ...... 244
2-5. Driving information Utility vehicle precautions .................... 246
Cargo and luggage .......... 251
Vehicle load limits ............ 255
Winter driving tips ............ 256
Trailer towing ................... 260
Dinghy towing .................. 279