2013 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID power steering

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Brake system warning light in yellow
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The regenerative brake system; or
• The electronically controlled brake system
Electric power steering system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steer-
ing) system
Slip indicator light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The VSC system;
• The TRAC system; or
• The hill-start assist control system
(Flashes) Cruise control indicator light
Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system.
■ If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following:
● Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.
● Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The light will go off after taking several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Toyota dealer
as soon as possible.
■ Brake system warning light operation
The following does not indicate a malfunction:
●After the hybrid system is turned on, the red and yellow brake system
warning lights may stay on for about 60 seconds.
● Depressing the brake pedal repeatedly may turn on the red brake system
warning light and buzzer.
Warning lightWarning light/Details

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CAUTION
■If the hybrid system has to be turned off while driving
● Power assist for the brakes and steering wheel will be lost, making the
brake pedal harder to depress and the steering wheel heavier to turn.
Decelerate as much as possible before turning off the hybrid system.
● Vehicles without a smart key system: Never attempt to remove the key, as
doing so will lock the steering wheel.
Vehicles with a smart key sys-
tem: Stop the hybrid system
by pressing and holding the
“POWER” switch for 2 consec-
utive seconds or more.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
Press and hold for 2 seconds or more
STEP4
STEP5

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle 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 caus e 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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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
A/C Air Conditioning
ABS Anti-lock Brake System ALR Automatic Locking Retractor
CRS Child Restraint System
DISP Display
ECON Economy
ECU Electronic Control Unit
EDR Event Data RecorderELR Emergency Locking Retractor
EPS Electric Power Steering
GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating
GCWR Gross Combination Weight Rating GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
I/M Emission Inspection and Maintenance
INFO Information
LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
LED Light Emitting Diode
MMT Methylcy clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
M+S Mud and Snow
MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether
OBD On Board Diagnostics
SRS Supplemental Restraint System
TIN Tire Identification Number
TPMS Tire Pressure Warning System TRAC Traction Control
TWR Trailer Weight Rating
VDIM Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management

664 Alphabetical index
Daytime running light system .................................... 222
Defogger Rear window ......................... 304
Side mirrors ........................... 304
Dimensions............................... 610
Dinghy towing .......................... 279
Display Energy flow .............................39
Multi-information display ....... 207
Trip information ..................... 207
Warning message ................. 577
Do-it-yourself main tenance..... 492
Door courtesy lights
Door courtesy lights .............. 439
Wattage ................................. 623
Doors
Door lock ..................... 48, 61, 67
Door windows........................ 112
Side mirrors ........................... 110
Driver's seat belt reminder light ......................................... 570
Driving
Break-in tips .......................... 173
Correct posture ..................... 134
Procedures ............................ 172
Winter driving tips.................. 256 “ECON” switch......................... 195
Eco Driving Mode .................... 195
Electric power steering ........... 239
Electronic key
If your electronic key battery
is discharged ...................... 596
Emergency flashers Switch ................................... 558
Emergency, in case of If a warning message is displayed ............................ 577
If the back door opener is inoperative ............................ 75
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ........... 596
If the hybrid system will not start............................... 592
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ..................... 594
If the vehicle has a
discharged 12-volt
battery................................. 598
If the warning buzzer
sounds ................................ 567
If the warning light turns on........................................ 567
If you have a flat tire ............. 579
If you lose your keys ............. 595
If you think something is wrong .................................. 566
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 606
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency .......................... 607
If your vehicle needs to be towed .................................. 560
If your vehicle overheats ....... 602DE

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Alphabetical index
Jack
Positioning a floor jack ......... 498
Vehicle-equipped jack .......... 579
Jack handle.............................. 579
Keyless entry ............................. 61
Keys Electronic key ......................... 46
Engine switch ............... 183, 188
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 596
If you lose your keys............. 595
Ignition switch ............... 183, 188
Keyless entry .......................... 61
Key number ............................ 46
Keys ....................................... 46
Mechanical key....................... 46
Power switch ........................ 183
Wireless remote control key ....................................... 61
License plate lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 548
Wattage ................................ 623
Light bulbs Replacing ............................. 548
Wattage ................................ 623
Lights Door courtesy lights.............. 439
Emergency flasher switch .... 558
Fog light switch..................... 224
Hazard light switch ............... 558
Headlight switch ................... 218
Interior light switch........ 440, 441
Outer foot lights .................... 439
Personal light switch............. 440
Replacing light bulbs ............ 548
Turn signal lever ................... 197
Vanity lights .......................... 456
Wattage ................................ 623
Load capacity .......................... 255
Lock steering column ............. 185 Maintenance
Do-it-yourself
maintenance .......................492
General maintenance ............488
Maintenance data..................610
Maintenance requirements....486
Meter Instrument panel light
control .................................201
Meters ...................................200
Mirrors
Conversation mirror...............457
Inside rear view mirror...........107
Side mirror heaters................304
Side mirrors ...........................110
Vanity mirrors ........................456
Moon roof .................................115
MP3 disc ...................................330
Multi-information display ....................................207
Noise from under vehicle ..........25J
K
L
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Warning buzzersBrake system ........................ 567
Moon roof .............................. 572
Open door ............................. 570
Seat belt reminder ................. 570
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system .......... 568
Brake assist system .............. 568
Brake system ........................ 567
Charging system .... ............... 568
Electric power steering
system ................................ 568
Electronic engine control system ................................ 568
Engine oil pressure ............... 568
Malfunction indicator lamp .... 568
Master warning light .............. 570
Open door ............................. 570
Pretensioners ........................ 568
Seat belt reminder light ......... 570
SRS airbags .......................... 568
Tire pressure warning light .... 570
Warning messages .................. 577
Washer
Checking ............................... 510
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 256
Switch............................ 226, 229
Washing and waxing ............... 480 Weight
Cargo capacity ...................... 251
Load limits ............................. 255
Weight ................................... 610
Wheels ...................................... 526
Window glasses ...................... 112
Window lock switch................. 112
Windows
Power windows ..................... 112
Rear window defogger .......... 304
Washer.......................... 226, 229
Windshield wiper de-icer ........ 306
Windshield wipers ................... 226
Wireless remote control key Replacing the battery ............ 532
Wireless remote control .......... 61
WMA disc.................................. 330W

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What to do if...
P. 570
or
P. 5 6 8P. 568
P. 5 6 8P. 568
*: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
ABS warning lightTire pressure warning
light
Cruise control indicator
light
*
Electric power steering
warning lightSlip indicator
light
A warning message is
displayedP. 577If a warning message is displayed